Italy is a member country of the European Union (EU). It is blessed with dramatic mountains, picturesque coastlines, rich culture and is home to the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Italy is surrounded by four different seas — Adriatic Sea, Ionian Sea, Ligurian Sea, and the Tyrrhenian Sea, giving the country not only amazing seafood but also lovely warm waters to bathe in. As a place with seismic and volcanic activity, Italy boasts thermal spas with some of the most restorative waters in the world. There are many outstanding and award-winning spas located all around the country, where visitors can indulge in curative treatments to ease away bodily stresses. For an indulgent vacation, check this list of the best hotels with spa in Italy.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to spa and wellness services. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on June 01, 2024.
1. Hotel Metropole Venezia, Venice (from USD 671)
Luxurious but pricey, with additional charges for spa and transfers.
Opulent decor, private water taxi dock, historical collections, and rooftop terrace.
Perfect central location with easy access to attractions and water taxi.
Fantastic breakfast, great bar, but some complaints about food quality and pricing.
Feel like royalty when you stay at Hotel Metropole Venezia in Venice. This opulent property is housed in a 16th-century palazzo, offering spectacular views of the lagoon and San Giorgio Island. This hotel is steps away from Piazza San Marco (St. Mark’s Square) and Giardini della Biennale gardens.
Hotel Metropole features richly decorated interiors accentuated with antiques, posh guest rooms, and a Metropole Spa with a luxurious warm water pool that can be reserved for your own exclusive use. There are two ways of getting to this hotel. You can arrive here by water taxi as it has a private water entrance or there’s one bridge to cross if you’re using public transport.
Hotel Metropole Venezia
Address: Riva Degli Schiavoni 4149
391.69 km (243.4 mi) from Villa Borghese
2. Corte Bianca - Adults Only & SPA - Bovis Hotels, Cardedu (from USD 192)
Great value for money, especially with half board option
Spacious, serene environment with beach, pool, and spa facilities
Quiet, near the sea, ideal for relaxation and rest, but a car is needed to explore nearby towns
Outstanding food quality, especially with half board option, and a variety of dining experiences
This adult-only resort is located in Cardedu, on the eastern coast of Sardinia. It is designed like an ancient Sardinian village. The unique Sardinian architecture has also been reimagined in guest suites and rooms. The Le Janas Suite features a rooftop hot tub, perfect for enjoying the panoramic views of the area.
The hotel also has a private beach, where you can relax and sunbathe in peace. For further relaxation, head to the day spa, which offers a Turkish steam bath, Kneipp hydrotherapy and massage treatments. The spa uses local organic ingredients and centuries-old beauty secrets, such as Cardedu olive oil, donkey milk, Sardinian salt and aromatic indigenous plants.
Corte Bianca - Adults Only & SPA - Bovis Hotels
Address: Correct: Loc. Foddini - Marina di Cardedu
334.12 km (207.7 mi) from Villa Borghese
3. Hotel Spadai, Florence (from USD 544)
High price, but well worth the value for the central location and amenities.
Modern facilities, complimentary minibar, and generous happy hour.
Perfect central location, walking distance to major attractions and shopping.
Amazing breakfast with plentiful options, attentive staff, and evening snacks.
Opened in 2015, this hotel sits in a historical building in the heart of Florence. Billed as a luxurious boutique hotel, this property has been lovingly refurbished and beautifully blends the city’s Renaissance history with modern design. Each guest room is wonderfully appointed and sumptuously furnished.
The hotel offers a special private spa package for two, which includes a scented hydromassage bath and massage. The hotel’s spa also has a sauna, Turkish bath and a long list of treatments that guests can take advantage of at an additional charge. Hotel Spadai offers airport and tour transfers, concierge service and a daily international buffet breakfast. This property is less than a 30-minute drive away from Florence Airport.
Hotel Spadai
Address: Via dei Martelli 10
229.99 km (143.0 mi) from Villa Borghese
4. Barbarella SPA, Naples (from USD 90)
Located in the Capodimonte district of Naples, this spa hotel features contemporary guest rooms with high ceilings and luxurious interiors. Each room has modern amenities, a private balcony and an en-suite bathroom with a spa bathtub. The hotel spa offers a Turkish steam bath, hot tubs, massages, and a spa lounge.
This hotel is just a 10-minute walk to Sansevero Chapel Museum, while Via Chiaia shopping street is a 20-minute walk away. Chiesa Santi Filippo e Giacomo (Renaissance styled Roman Catholic church) and Castel Nuovo are also nearby. This property is also about 1 kilometre (0.6 miles) to Naples city centre and approximately 25 minutes drive from Naples International Airport. The hotel offers an airport shuttle service for a fee.
Barbarella HOTEL SPA
Address: Piazza Giovanni Bovio N.14 INTERNO 224
189.63 km (117.9 mi) from Villa Borghese
5. Grand Hotel Biffy, Ariano Irpino (from USD 59)
This unique property is located about 3.5 kilometres (2.1 miles) from the town centre of Ariano Irpino in the province of Avellino, in the Campania region of Italy. Guests can look forward to contemporary guest rooms with modern amenities and relax in the guest-only, private spa that is open 24/7. The spa offers packages for couples, families, bachelorette and hen parties, which include a courtesy kit of bathrobe, towel and slippers for each guest.
The spa also has a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, heated chaise lounges, and a hot tub. For further relaxation, aromatherapy and chromotherapy sessions are available. Additional therapies such as massages can be arranged with prior reservation.
Grand Hotel Biffy
Address: Via Cardito Torana
232.75 km (144.7 mi) from Villa Borghese
6. Verdura Resort, Ribera (from USD 1247)
Situated on the west coast of Sicily, this contemporary golf and spa resort is family-friendly. The leisure facilities here are second to none. There are 2 18-hole championship courses and a 9-hole short course designed by a renowned golf architect, a private beach, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, a water sports club, and tennis courts.
For some serious pampering, head to the on-site spa that includes a hammam, sauna, hot tubs, massages, and a long list of treatments, including thalassotherapy. Airport transfers are available on request. Palermo Airport is about two and a half hours drive away.
Verdura Resort
Address: Ss 115 Km 131
497.78 km (309.4 mi) from Villa Borghese
7. Domus De Janas Sul Mare, Bari Sardo (from USD 148)
Reasonable prices in the restaurant, good value for money, free parking
Clean pool, spa, panoramic terrace, beach across the street, electric car charging stations nearby
3 minutes to the beach, beautiful hillside overlooking the sea, secluded and peaceful area
Excellent breakfast with a variety of choices, delicious local specialties, well-priced and good quality food at the restaurant
Domus De Janas Sul Mare is a beachfront property on the lovely island of Sardinia. Located in the Ogliastra region, this resort is steps away from a gorgeous sandy beach. Accommodations range from rooms and studios to one- and two-bedroom apartments. Most of the units come with a kitchenette, ensuring you can whip up a quick breakfast.
The resort has a wellness spa that offers a sauna, steam bath, two hot tubs (one of which is on the rooftop), and an outdoor swimming pool. Massages, manicures and pedicure treatments are available for an additional charge. There are bicycles available for rent, as well as day tours to explore the rest of Sardinia. A daily breakfast buffet and complimentary WiFi are included in your stay. The resort is a 30-minute drive from Arbatax ferry port.
Domus De Janas Sul Mare
Address: Della Torre 24
330.35 km (205.3 mi) from Villa Borghese
8. Worldhotel Cristoforo Colombo, Milan (from USD 362)
This elegant boutique hotel is steps away from the underground station of Porta Venezia in Milan and within easy distance to shops, restaurants and cafes. Here, you’ll find contemporary decor, plush furnishings, and a luxurious Hado Spa that offers a two-hour complimentary session for guests (prior reservation needed).
Hado Spa offers a full range of aqua and body treatments, massages, light therapy and facial treatments. What makes the spa special is that it has a thermal water tub and uses Arabian black hammam soap and grape for body scrubs. This hotel is less than an hour’s drive away from Milan Malpensa Airport.
Worldhotel Cristoforo Colombo
Address: Corso Buenos Aires 3
475.78 km (295.7 mi) from Villa Borghese
9. Principi di Piemonte | UNA Esperienze, Turin (from USD 241)
Luxury hotel with central location. Spa and gym facilities available. Room service and parking available at additional cost.
Beautiful art-deco rooms with spacious, clean facilities. Attentive and helpful staff. Some rooms may feature limited views. Some guests may find room service subpar.
Perfect central location with easy access to attractions, shopping, and dining. Minutes away from major cultural sites and public transportation.
Delicious breakfast with a wide selection of high-quality food and drinks. Some guests may find breakfast service crowded or offerings to be extra cost. Restaurant offers superb food with a great wine list.
Located in the heart of Turin, Principi di Piemonte is housed in a rationalist-styled building that highlights Turin’s architectural history. The interiors are regal and visually captivating, and this is followed throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and suites. Inside this hotel lies the Alkemy Spa, a modern wellness sanctuary with a Turkish bath, classic Finnish sauna and a heated pool.
The spa offers a range of body and beauty treatments that will relieve any pains and repair the skin. The wellness spa also has a fitness room with exercise equipment. The in-house restaurant serves Italian and international fare, while the bar offers delicious cocktails with impressive views of the city.
Principi di Piemonte | UNA Esperienze
Address: Via Piero Gobetti 15
522.35 km (324.6 mi) from Villa Borghese
10. Anantara Palazzo Naiadi, Rome (from USD 859)
This marvellous hotel is centrally located in Rome. It sits in Piazza Della Repubblica, in front of the ancient Diocletian Thermal Baths and within easy walking distance to many of Rome’s famous attractions. Elegance exudes from every corner of this exquisite property, from the lobby to the guest rooms and suites. There is also a seasonal rooftop outdoor pool for soaking in Rome’s cityscape.
The hotel’s Anantara Spa is a peaceful retreat that incorporates Roman wellness secrets with ancient Asian techniques. Choose from a menu of body massages, beauty treatments and curative rituals using essential oils, herbs and minerals. There is also a steam room and a hot tub to round off your curative journey. This property is less than a 45-minute drive from Rome Airport.
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi - A Leading Hotel of the World
Address: 47 Piazza Della Repubblica, Termini Central Station, Rome, Italy, 00185
1.51 km (1.0 mi) from Villa Borghese
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