Hotel Leone

It’s hidden in plain sight: Le Marche, to the east of Tuscany and north of Rome, attracts just a fraction of its neighbors’ tourism traffic. And it’s not for lack of appeal. Among Italians it’s known for having a little bit of everything, from rolling hills to dramatic mountains to idyllic beaches, from vineyards to medieval villages. In the foothills of the Sibillini Mountains, with an elevated view of much of the above, you’ll find Hotel Leone, an eight-room luxury boutique hotel that gathers together an astonishing variety of the things that make Italy special, all under one roof.

This means rooms and suites that are decorated in a luxe yet unpretentious style that’s at once contemporary and historically informed. It means a decided emphasis on the good life, whether that means in-room spa treatments or days spent by the poolside. And naturally it means a dedication, bordering on the fanatical, to matters of food and drink — from drinks or afternoon tea on the terrace to dinner in the courtyard to cocktails in the Art Deco bar or a tasting of the finest local wines. All of this with a view of the Adriatic coast, plus access to all that the region has to offer — it’s no wonder Le Marche’s moment in the sun has arrived.