Set dramatically into the cliffside overlooking the azure waters of the Bay of Positano, the legendary Il San Pietro embodies discreet luxury. Frequented by celebrities and royalty, this family-run retreat offers genuine warmth, extraordinary views and an exclusive, peaceful setting. Carved into the sheer rock face, the hotel remains hidden from view, providing a serene escape while a complimentary shuttle bus or short boat trip brings you to the bars and restaurants of Positano.
The hotel boasts a wealth of facilities, including a bar with a spectacular terrace, a Michelin-starred restaurant, spa, gym, yoga sessions, tennis court and is the only hotel in Positano with direct access to a private beach. Each of the 56 beautifully appointed rooms and suites offers extraordinary sea views and private outdoor spaces, perfect for a morning coffee or evening aperitivo before heading to the Michelin-starred restaurant Zass, where dishes showcase fresh produce from the hotel’s own organic garden. For a more casual dining experience, Carlino’s offers freshly-prepared local dishes served by the water’s edge.
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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