11 November 2025
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On Oct. 8, 2025, Inspectors updated their annual Key hotel selections around the world. The Key celebrates the best of the best of The Guide's hotel selection — and this year, 62 new Key additions and upgrades came to Italy.
Discover the full selection of more than 150 Key hotels in Italy, here. Below, a breakdown of just the new additions: Inspectors' latest favorites across every region, style and vibe.
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THE NEWEST THREE KEYS
Five new hotels received the highest distinction in Italy in 2025, spots that Inspectors describe as truly exceptional stays.
Borgo Santo Pietro, Chiusdino: A place of singular charm where the most iconic side of Tuscany is reimagined through the eyes of a foreign traveler in love with Italy.
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze: A magnificent Renaissance and Baroque complex in the heart of Florence, surrounded by a centuries-old, five-hectare park.
Passalacqua, Moltrasio: On Lake Como, a late 18th-century villa that once hosted countless figures from the worlds of music, literature, art, and politics.
Bulgari Hotel Roma: Set in a monumental 1938 building facing the Mausoleum of Augustus, a refined property that showcases Bulgari’s signature impeccable hospitality.
San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel: A 14th-century Dominican convent perched above the sea — instantly recognizable as the setting of season two of the American series The White Lotus.
cities big and small
New Key hotels in international destinations and smaller towns with unique charm.
Florence
Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection: A former 19th-century boarding school reborn as a luxurious refuge in the Florentine hills.
Grand Hotel Minerva: Overlooking Piazza Santa Maria Novella, a historic hotel with an unmissable panoramic pool.
Stella d’Italia: A delightful boutique hotel in an elegant 16th-century Renaissance palace in the heart of the city.
The Place: Facing Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, an intimate and refined boutique hotel with tailor-made hospitality.
The St. Regis Florence: In an iconic Renaissance palace on the Arno River, a mix of art, luxury and St. Regis’s impeccable service.
Lecce
La Fiermontina Palazzo Bozzi Corso: Charm and contemporary art meet in an aristocratic home in the baroque old town.
La Fiermontina Luxury Home: On the edge of the historic center, a 17th-century masseria surrounded by centuries-old olive trees and steeped in an extraordinary family story.
Patria Palace: A baroque palace transformed into a refined and charming hotel.
Milan
Four Seasons Hotel Milano: In a former Renaissance convent in the heart of the Quadrilatero della Moda, a serene retreat that offers timeless elegance and secret gardens.
Mandarin Oriental Milan: Refined design and MICHELIN-Starred dining define this cosmopolitan oasis in Italy’s capital of fashion and design.
Casa Cipriani Milan: Understated elegance and exclusivity at this members-club-style hotel in the heart of the city.
Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa: A haven of peace and refined luxury, home to a spectacular Moroccan-inspired spa.
Orvieto
Palazzo Petrvs: Centuries of history live in the shadow of the cathedral at this charming boutique hotel.
Rome
Orient Express La Minerva: An iconic Roman hotel, reborn as an exclusive destination combining high-level hospitality with 1930s allure.
Palazzo Talìa: The venerable Collegio del Nazareno reimagined by filmmaker Luca Guadagnino.
Rocco Forte Hotel De La Ville: Overlooking Piazza di Spagna, this hotel perfectly captures the refined style of Rocco Forte Hotels.
Rocco Forte Hotel de Russie: A historic Roman hideaway with a secret garden that has long attracted artists and cosmopolitan travelers.
The St. Regis Rome: The capital’s grand hotel, inaugurated in 1894 by César Ritz with a dinner prepared by Auguste Escoffier.
Palazzo Ripetta: A former girls’ boarding school reborn through contemporary art and historical charm.
Palazzo Roma: Designer Giampiero Panepinto blends modern style with the elegance of a 17th-century palace.
The First Arte, Rome: Impeccable hospitality, fine dining and contemporary art steps from Piazza del Popolo.
Venice
Nolinski Venezia – Evok Collection: Venice meets Paris in this artful retreat where sophistication flows seamlessly in every space.
Hotel Metropole: A storied landmark whose collection of art and antiques create an exquisitely Venetian atmosphere.
Violino d’Oro: Intimate and refined, a celebration of the best of Italian craftsmanship and design.
Verona
Vista Verona: Sixteen design-led rooms and suites with impeccable service, in the heart of Verona.
THE SEASIDE AND SURROUNDINGS
From north to south, the new Key hotels along the coasts.
Liguria
Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino: This iconic luxury retreat overlooking the bay is a timeless symbol of the Dolce Vita.
Splendido Mare, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino: An intimate boutique hotel on the harbor square, the perfect spot to experience the village’s lively atmosphere.
Tuscany
Pensione America, Forte dei Marmi: An elegant and welcoming hotel just steps from the sea, surrounded by greenery.
Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte, Viareggio: A historic Viareggio landmark blending Liberty elegance, art collections and an iconic rooftop pool.
La Roqqa, Porto Ercole: Contemporary design and breathtaking views create an exclusive Argentario escape.
Campania
Hotel La Palma Capri, an Oetker Collection Hotel: Capri’s historic hotel reborn with new luxury and international glamour.
Hotel Miramalfi, Amalfi: A vibrant, elegant hotel perched above the sea, surrounded by terraces and unforgettable views.
Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa, Conca dei Marini: A former convent transformed into a sophisticated boutique hotel, presiding over the Amalfi Coast with aristocratic grace.
Palazzo Avino, Ravello: A medieval palace turned refined hotel, combining historic charm, modern luxury, and stunning vistas.
Capo La Gala Hotel & Wellness, Vico Equense: A seaside hideaway where Mediterranean design meets relaxation and wellness.
Puglia
Palazzo Daniele, Gagliano del Capo: A restored aristocratic residence blending art, design and contemporary Apulian hospitality.
Borgo Egnazia, Savelletri di Fasano: A grand homage to Apulian culture and tradition — 18 hectares of resort space and 2,400 square meters of spa.
Sicily
Hotel Signum, Salina, Aeolian Islands: A former farming village turned into a classic Aeolian hideaway, alive with the island’s colors and scents.
Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel, Palermo: Relive the grandeur of the Florio family and Belle Époque Palermo, amid history, sea breezes and refined elegance.
ADLER Spa Resort SICILIA, Siculiana Marina: Set on a protected stretch of coast within the Torre Salsa Nature Reserve, where Mediterranean panoramas meet sustainable design.
Lùme, Syracuse: In the heart of Ortigia, an intimate and refined retreat with just six rooms.
Villa Sant’Andrea, a Belmond Hotel, Taormina: At the foot of Taormina, a charming Mediterranean icon with its own private beach.
COUNTRYSIDE AND MOUNTAIN ESCAPES
Hillside and mountain destinations for pure relaxation.
Aosta Valley
Aethos Monterosa, Champoluc: An exclusive address at the foot of Monte Rosa, surrounded by unspoiled nature and Alpine design.
Trentino-Alto Adige
Aman Rosa Alpina, San Cassiano: A historic Dolomites property reborn under Aman’s signature style — blending local culture with refined serenity.
San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodges, Avelengo: Chalets and lodges set in a forest overlooking an Alpine lake, offering intimate and natural luxury.
Adler Lodge Ritten, Soprabolzano: An eco-lodge nestled among forests and plateaus, with a panoramic spa to boot.
Tuscany
Monteverdi Tuscany, Castiglioncello del Trinoro: A medieval village in the Val d’Orcia, transformed into a luxury retreat devoted to art, nature and well-being.
Il Borro, San Giustino Valdarno: The historic Ferragamo estate encompasses a medieval hamlet reimagined as a captivating boutique hotel.
La Monastica Resort & Spa, Buggiano Castello: Among Tuscany’s rolling hills, a former convent reborn as a charming resort.
Castel Monastero, Castelnuovo Berardenga: A medieval village and monastery turned timeless retreat for total relaxation.
Villa Petriolo, Cerreto Guidi: A sustainable estate surrounded by vineyards and olive groves in the heart of the Tuscan countryside.
Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa, Cortona: A former monastery transformed into a boutique hotel with a spa and sweeping views over the Val di Chiana.
Casa Newton, Pienza: An elegant, intimate residence in the enchanting village of Val d’Orcia.
Umbria
Borgo dei Conti Resort, Boschetto Vecchio: About twenty kilometers from Perugia, an estate immersed in nature that combines history with relaxation and well-being.
Villa Corallo, Sant’Omero: A 19th-century villa transformed into a refined hotel that blends historic elegance with modern comfort.
Sicily
Wine Relais Feudi Del Pisciotto, Niscemi: A wine estate set among Sicilian vineyards, featuring historic wine presses and serene countryside views.
Masseria della Volpe, Noto: A former farmhouse surrounded by olive and citrus trees, now a chic resort in the heart of the Val di Noto.
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- The Most Affordable Key Hotels in the World: Across every continent, Inspector-selected escapes of such value they tend to inspire trips themselves.
- 37 New Key Hotels in the US: A breakdown by style and vibe of the nearly three dozen new Key hotels just recognized by Inspectors in the United States.
- The Retreat at Blue Lagoon: Iceland’s One Key wonderland and foodie paradise.
