One of Bologna’s most prestigious hotels, the Grand Hotel Majestic boasts a century-old reputation for excellence. Situated opposite the city’s historic cathedral on a bustling pedestrianised shopping street, this opulent hotel offers an unbeatable location, with the iconic Piazza Maggiore just a leisurely two-minute stroll away. Housed within an 18th-century palazzo, now transformed into a deluxe five-star escape, the hotel exudes timeless elegance and charm. Priceless antiques, exquisite artworks, and rich furnishings combine with 16th-century frescoes by the renowned Carracci school and modern amenities including a fitness centre, sauna, Turkish bath and steam room to create an indulgent escape.
The meticulously appointed 106 rooms are all singular in their design with a blend of classic Italian style and modern comforts. While a number boast private terraces, all guests can unwind on the first-floor terraces enveloped by lush jasmine pergolas. Dining beneath the restored frescoes and 16th century paintings of I Carracci restaurant is an experience to savour, both visually and gastronomically, while the wine cellar surrounds of Enoteca Morandi and elegance of Cafe Marinetti are equally impressive
This meticulously restored palazzo nestles on the picturesque coast of Palermo and has been transformed into a sanctuary of opulence and elegance by Rocco Forte and Olga Polizzi.
Villa Cora’s story is as opulent as its current incarnation; built in the 1860s by Baron Oppenheim, and visited by Princess Eugenia, wife of Napoleon III, and the Russian composer Tchaikovsky.
This beautiful villa-style hotel sits on a picturesquely rugged bay near Mount Etna and was originally built in 1919 as the seaside home of an English family.
With its enviable location in the Valley of the Temples, Hotel Villa Athena offers an unparalleled retreat steeped in history and luxury, where guests are treated to postcard-worthy views of the majestic Temple of Concordia.
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