Explore the Top 12 Golf Hotels in Italy
This guide to the best luxury, 5-star, and design-forward hotels in Italy is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
This resort is on 230 hectares of olive groves and Sicilian countryside, bordering 1.2 mi of coastline. It offers a private beach, 3 golf courses and uninterrupted sea views. Verdura Resort's spacious rooms feature a balcony, a king-size bed, satellite TV and a large private bathroom. Some rooms have their own private courtyard and terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Free room amenities at the Verdura Resort include a beach bag and towel, together with bathrobes. The Verdura's many sports facilities include 6 tennis courts, two 18-hole golf courses and one 9-hole course, a 60-yard infinity swimming pool, and a gym. The resort's running trails cross through lemon trees and olive groves. Verdura Resort features 4 thalassotherapy pools, an extensive beauty-treatment program and a variety of massages. The Verdura Resort's restaurants and bars all provide a large selection of fine wines and characteristic Sicilian cuisine.
Guest Reviews:
- "Perfect stay" - "Very well designed resort. Accommodation is all very discreet." - "Very good Golf Resort"
Superb
212 reviews
The historic Grand Hotel Fasano is set right on the lake shore. It offers a modern and free wellness center, a 12000-m² park with swimming pool, and a restaurant with terrace overlooking Lake Garda. The hotel is actually made up of 2 buildings, the main hotel and Villa Principe dating back to the early 19th century. Guests have private access to the lake and can enjoy a buffet breakfast out on the terrace. Rooms at the Grand Hotel Fasano are elegant and spacious. All air conditioned, they come with a mini-bar, laptop safe and LCD TV with satellite channels. The Grand Hotel Fasano's new wellness center is inspired by ancient Roman baths. It includes an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and Turkish bath, as well as a gym. Located in Gardone Riviera, this 5-star hotel is a 5-minute drive from the dock in Toscolano-Maderno for boat trips across the lake.
Guest Reviews:
- "We paid for our room to be upgraded and it was well worth it !" - "Fabulous relaxing hotel where you can do as much or as little as you like" - "Loved it." - "Amazing" - "Best hotel in town !" - "Beautiful location" - "A highlight on the Garda shores" - "Amazing lakeside stay" - "It is a fantastic hotel with fantastic staff and a great stay, real luxurious place" - "Pure perfection where every need is thought of"
Superb
656 reviews
Right on the waterfront in the heart of Venice and next to San Biagio Church, Hotel Bucintoro offers elegant rooms and suites with panoramic views over the Venice Lagoon. The Bucintoro Hotel is just across the bridge from the Vaporetto (water bus) stop, Arsenale. Accommodations here comes with air conditioning, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi. Each room features a great view that includes Saint Mark's Square, Palazzo Ducale, the Campanile, and the Island of San Giorgio. Hotel Bucintoro is set in the historic district of Castello, a 10-minute walk from Saint Mark's Square. The area is still full of small neighborhood shops, cafés and Venetian inns.
Guest Reviews:
- "Magical city and a home away from home hotel." - "Amazing"
Superb
1349 reviews
Located in San Vigilio Di Marebbe, 25 miles from Novacella Abbey, Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. The property has a ski pass sales point and ski-to-door access, as well as a terrace and a bar. The property features a hammam, evening entertainment and a kids' club. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property. At the hotel you'll find a restaurant serving Italian and International cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Guests can relax in the spa and wellness center, including an indoor pool, a sauna and a hot tub, or in the garden equipped with a playground and BBQ facilities. You can play pool and table tennis at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. Train Station Bressanone is 28 miles from Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort, while Cathedral of Bressanone is 29 miles from the property. Bolzano Airport is 54 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest Reviews:
- "Amazing"
Superb
46 reviews
Set right at the foot of Mont Blanc, Auberge de La Maison offers a wellness center and a romantic restaurant where you can enjoy a candlelit meal with a view. During summer you can relax in the heated outdoor pool with hydromassage area. The wellness center at De La Maison includes a sauna, Turkish bath, solarium, and massage area. Guests can also relax next to the log fire in the cozy lounge. Rooms at the Maison Auberge come with a mini-bar, satellite TV, and luxurious bathrobes and slippers. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Auberge de La Maison is located in the Entrèves neighborhood of Courmayeur. The Monte Bianco ski elevator is an 8-minute walk away. Sky Way Mont Blanc cable car is 984 feet from the property.
Guest Reviews:
- "A very happy family holiday. We all absolutely loved it." - "Amazing hotel and we can’t wait to return" - "Great place to stay - would love to go back" - "Ultimate mid-TMB rest day splurge" - "Exceptional staff, location, amenities, food... We will be back!" - "Perfect" - "a dream place" - "A storybook setting, perfect in every way." - "Amazing"
Exceptional
336 reviews
Hotel Miramonti is set at an altitude of 4035 feet with views over Merano, 6.2 mi away. It offers a free spa, 3 restaurants, and large, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and LCD TV. Outdoor sheltered parking is free. The large rooms at Miramonti Boutique Hotel are decorated with contemporary furniture and offer views of the mountains or Meran. Each comes with a mini-bar and satellite channels, and some have a spa bath. The wellness area is complete with saunas, infinity pool and steam baths in natural stone, but also an outdoor hot tub. A host of treatments can be booked. A generous buffet is served for breakfast and includes a choice of regional, organic, and homemade food. The property also features 3 restaurants which serve both traditional and modern dishes. The hotel is located in Avelengo, 2.5 mi from the Meran 2000 ski area. It offers a free ski deposit with boots warmer, and a free shuttle to the Merano 200 slopes on request. A garage is also available.
Guest Reviews:
- "Extraordinary place" - "One of the most beautiful and lovely stay we had for our babymoon" - "This was a five-star hotel in the absolute true sense. Absolutely everything was impeccable." - "It was a dream!" - "We had a great time at the hotel"
Superb
261 reviews
Located a 10-minute drive from Poetto Beach and 0.9 mi of Sardinia International Fair, Palazzo Doglio offers rooms in Cagliari. Featuring a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi, the hotel provides a shared lounge and a bar. At the hotel, the rooms are air conditioned and come with a desk, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Certain rooms include a terrace. Continental and Italian breakfast options are available every morning at Palazzo Doglio. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house restaurant. The property is a few steps from San Saturnino Basilica, while Via Roma is a 10-minute walk of the property. Cagliari Elmas Airport is 5.6 mi away.
Guest Reviews:
- "Great luxury hotel in Cagliari" - "Staff were exceptional!" - "Elegant , lively property to explore Cagliari on foot." - "Beautiful" - "Wonderful"
Superb
1702 reviews
The property, nestled in the rolling Tuscan hills, consists of a main building and a converted tobacco warehouse, hosting in total 146 rooms and suites. All rooms are renovated and enriched with top-quality furnishings. Some have a garden or balcony. They boast air conditioning, a mini-bar, satellite TV, and many other services; the bathroom has a shower and a hairdryer. Castelfalfi offers accommodations with free WiFi. Castelfalfi has 5 restaurants and bars, with different culinary offerings to suit all tastes. We have renovated our Spa, RAKxa Wellness Spa at Castelfalfi, accessible for ages 14 and up, to guarantee you relaxing moments, surrounded by even more refined and comfortable areas. Our experienced therapists will take care of your well-being. Our wide selection of treatments includes massages, rituals, and beauty services, suitable for all needs, with cutting-edge techniques and personalized programs to regenerate your body and mind, based on the most important natural brands' products. The medieval Borgo is the fulcrum of the 2.700 acres of countryside of the Estate, including shops, an agricultural estate that produces wine, oil, and more, an Adventure Park, and Kids Club. The hotel also has spaces for meetings, banquets, and any type of event. In Castelfalfi you can find more than 40 experiences to do, from cooking classes to wine tasting, from e-bike tours to truffle hunting, and much more. Castelfalfi is located in the heart of Tuscany, between Florence, Pisa and Siena. The property distance 60 kms from Florence airport and 50 kms from Pisa Airport. Siena is 70 Kms away. The village is the ideal starting point for exploring the art cities and the most iconic landscapes of the region, such as San Gimignano and Volterra.
Guest Reviews:
- "The experience, service , the stay and staff was perfect" - "Incredible Tuscan 40th stay" - "Fantastic stay - this hotel is absolutely gorgeous, the facilities are amazing! Worth the splurge!" - "Most remarkable property in Tuscany" - "Spotless 5 star in Tuscany" - "Love everything, it was impressive" - "Everything was absolutely perfect." - "Paradise in Tuscany! Can’t wait to return one day" - "Would definitely return there."
Exceptional
358 reviews
Located in Riscone, Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz - The Leading Hotels of the World features a restaurant with an open kitchen, a bar and a spacious wellness and fitness center. This 5-star, hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an all-year rooftop pool and a sun terrace area. A permanent herbal garden is also available. Rooms and suites in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The units include a desk and a dressing room. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. Concierge service is available at the property. At Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz - The Leading Hotels of the World guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna and a hammam and of an indoor climbing wall. Skiing is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodations. The property is less than 328 feet from the Plan de Corones Cable Car, while the center of Brunico is about 1.9 mi away. Cortina d’Ampezzo is a 1-hour drive from Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz - The Leading Hotels of the World.
Superb
896 reviews
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is a luxury hotel in the Tuscan countryside located 7.5 mi from Montalcino. It features comfortable rooms, an outdoor swimming pool with panoramic views, and free Wi-Fi. Parking is free. The spacious rooms come with air conditioning and parquet floors. They include a bathroom with bath and shower, a seating area, and satellite TV. All the rooms offer views of the Tuscan hills. This 5-star hotel provides a generous American breakfast in the morning. The restaurant offers traditional food and wines from Tuscany. Guests can pamper themselves in the hotel’s relaxing facilities including a fitness center, a sauna, and a Turkish bath. The property also offers wine tasting tours in its own cellar and winery. With the green surroundings of Val D’Orcia, this hotel is an ideal place for outdoor activities like cycling, hiking, and fishing. Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is 25 mi from Siena, and a 2-hour drive from Florence.
Guest Reviews:
- "Luxury and wine" - "The best" - "Great!" - "Restful, well appointed, high-end resort."
Superb
66 reviews
Only steps away from the shores of Lake Como, VISTA Lago di Como is set in Como, 328 feet from the Ferry Terminal. Featuring elegant décor, all units are air conditioned and come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, electric kettle and mini-bar. Extras include free toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a hairdryer. Cable Car Como-Brunate is 2789 feet from VISTA Palazzo Lago di Como, while both the bus and train stations are within walking distance of the property. Milan Malpensa Airport is a 40-minute drive from the hotel.
Guest Reviews:
- "A Gem in in Como, on the Lake." - "Overall very beautiful hotel." - "Perfectly situated in the very heart of Como, our stay at this hotel was a treat!" - "Thank you for your amazing hospitality!!" - "Perfect way to celebrate our silver anniversary" - "Exclusive property but not a good value to money" - "Excellent stay, wouldn’t mind going for a repeat !" - "Nice enough but kinda of disappointing"
Superb
256 reviews
With an exclusive location, on its own island, the San Clemente Palace Venice features three bars, three gourmet restaurants, a spa and elegantly decorated rooms. It has a swimming pool and a terrace overlooking the lagoon. Rooms are spacious and fitted with elegant furnishings. Each comes with an LCD flat-screen TV and an private bathroom made of Italian marble. Some rooms have overlook the lagoon, and some have a seating area. At the San Clemente Palace you can relax and unwind by the pool, set in the property's own park and equipped with gazebos and plenty of tables and chairs. Guests can enjoy the tennis court and fitness area. The on-site spa includes a sauna and a steam room. A complimentary shuttle boat to and from St. Mark's square to San Clemente Island runs with a regular service.
Guest Reviews:
- "A special memory at a location I will always hold very close to my heart." - "Romantic, great water taxi service, lovely staff, great food" - "Amazing" - "A lovely romantic weekend." - "Worth every cent, it’s an oasis away from busy Venice but only a 7 minute water taxi directly to St Marks Square!" - "Would recommend to anyone traveling to Venice." - "Stunning place in a stunning city. Staff are outstanding and will definitely return."
Fabulous
562 reviews
