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Why? Because, Italy is filled to the brim with absolutely fabulous places to visit: Far too many to put in a small box. So how about a list of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Must See Destinations in Italy (Hotel Stays), award-winning places you can visit?
Here is a list of 10 places, hotels, and municipalities in Italy that are truly worth seeing. Some offer serious luxury, others come with unforgettable views, and excellent service is standard across the board. Each one makes a solid choice for a stay, taking the stress out of planning. Add these to your travel bucket list and start thinking about when — not if — you’ll go.
When we talk about a list of the Top 10 most iconic and beautiful places to visit in Italy, it will contain names of destinations like Tuscany, Florence and Rome…
When it comes to luxury accommodation, you’ll see names like Milan, Lake Como and Venice…
However when it comes to “award winning places in Italy” – you might see names you haven’t explored before. Let’s dive in:
Seaside escape with soft sand, 5x 4-Star hotels, and relaxing spa
Award Winning History
Italy’s Leading Beach Resort
5 Years in a row:Â Â
Since 2020 up until and including 2025.Â
The perfect family getaway. You have the option of five different hotels in a resort offering a 180° views of the Sardinian sea in Marina di Badesi. The resort overlooks Li Junchi beach (a Blue Flag beach since 2016).
The Resort Le Dune is set in a park of 280,000 m2 which offers the perfect venue for the new Le Sabine SPA Wellness Centre & SPA.
Elegant lakeside stay with stunning views and stylish interiors
Award Winning History
Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2025
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2025
Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2024
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2024
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2023
Chic city retreat with sleek design and quiet luxury.
Winning Award History
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2022
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2020
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2017
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2016
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2015
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2014
Italy’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2013
Elegant lakeside retreat with beautiful gardens, spa, and panoramic views.
Latest Nominations
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2025
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2024
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2023
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2022
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2021
Europe’s Leading New Hotel 2020
“Boasting a wellness center and views over Lake Como, Mandarin Oriental Lago di Como offers elegant guestrooms and suites, with 2 stand-alone villas, in Blevio. It features a fine restaurant, free indoor and outdoor pools, free parking and vast gardens.
The wellness center at Mandarin Oriental Lago di Como includes 2 massage rooms, 2 private Spa Suites, a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, a beauty studio, a 16-yard heated pool with hot tub, and a sun deck.” – booking.com
This one is definitely a Travel and Home Team favorite, when it comes to the Top 10 Most Beautiful Must See Destinations in Italy (hotel stays).
Grand Venetian hotel on Giudecca with rooftop pool and stunning views
Award Winning History
Italy’s Leading Conference HotelÂ
for the past 13 years
since 2013 up until and including 2025
Don’t let the words “Conference Hotel” mislead you. This hotel is magnificent and well worth a stay.
If you’re not terrified of heights, this rooftop pool would be one of the main reasons this hotel features on the Top 10 Most Beautiful Must See Destinations in Italy list.
Charming city hotel with modern comfort in the heart of Verona
Latest Nominations
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2025
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2024
Italy’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2023
Verona: The city of love and a fabulous wedding destination. Read more…
Relaxed beachfront escape with pools, gardens, and crystal waters.
Award Winning History
Italy’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025
Every year sinde 2021,
up until and including 2025
Perfect for a family vacation. Vivosa Apulia Resort is a modern beach resort in Marina di Ugento offering great sport and relaxation facilities including pools and a spa, all just a short walk from the sea.
Quiet lakeside escape with spa, nature, and endless views
Award Winning History:
Europe’s Leading Green Resort 2017 and 2018
Nomination History since 2020:
Europe’s Leading Green Resort 2025
Italy’s Leading Green Resort 2025
Europe’s Leading Green Resort 2024
Italy’s Leading Green Resort 2024
Europe’s Leading Green Resort 2023
Italy’s Leading Green Resort 2023
Europe’s Leading Hotel & Spa 2022
Europe’s Leading Wellness Hotel 2022
Italy’s Leading Green Resort 2022
World’s Leading Wellness Hotel 2021
Europe’s Leading Hotel & Spa 2021
Europe’s Leading Wellness Hotel 2021
Italy’s Leading Green Resort 2021
World’s Leading Wellness Hotel 2020
Europe’s Leading Green Resort 2020
Europe’s Leading Wellness Hotel 2020
Italy’s Leading Green Resort 2020
Lefay Resort is on the coast of Lake Garda in Gargnano, surrounded by hills and olive groves. It offers a wellness centre, and panoramic views of the lake.
A splendid seaside retreat with sparkling waters, terraces, and easy beach access.
Award Winning History
Italy’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel 2018
Award Nomination History since 2020
Europe’s Leading Beach Hotel 2021 every year up until and including 2025
Mazzarò Sea Palace is set above Taormina’s beautiful Mazzaarò Beach. It has a wellness centre, its own sea-view pools and a free private beach. It is simply one of the most beautiful places you’ll ever visit…
“The Top 10 Must See Destinations in Italy (hotel stays) list would not be complete without this hotel.” – trvelandhome.com
A landmark Milanese hotel exuding grandeur, with opulent interiors, soaring ceilings, and impressive architecture. Elegant rooms, fine dining, and lavish public spaces create a timeless atmosphere.
Award Winning History since 2020:
World’s Leading Hotel Suite 2025
Italy’s Leading Design Hotel 2025
Italy’s Leading Hotel Suite 2025
World’s Leading Hotel Suite 2024
Italy’s Leading Hotel Suite 2024
Italy’s Leading Hotel Suite 2023
Italy’s Leading Hotel Suite 2022
Europe’s Leading Hotel Suite 2021
Italy’s Leading Hotel Suite 2021
Europe’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020
Italy’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020
and there’s more…
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