Lulu has searched high and low for the best in boutique hotels in Italy and found some real gems. From family-friendly destinations tucked away in rolling Italian countryside to the pick of beachside boltholes on the Amalfi Coast, the Chic Retreats collection of boutique hotels in Italy has something for everyone.

So whether you're after a regal mansion in rural Tuscany or the low-down on boutique hotels in Rome, Lulu's pick of the best small boutique hotels in Italy is second to none. Browse our great selection of boutique hotels in Italy to find your perfect Chic Retreat.

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Hotel Villa Carlotta - Sicily, Italy

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traditional Italian style and hospitality at its best

If heading to Taormina, Sicily then Hotel Villa Carlotta is the place to stay; a luxury boutique hotel situated in the most panoramic and peaceful area of town, yet right at the heart of the pedestrian area of Taormina.

5% off room rate
per night  EUR 110
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Hotel Villa Ducale - Sicily, Italy

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Good for:

honeymooners wanting to immerse themselves in Italian style

If the stunning views at Villa Ducale don't seduce you then this typically Sicilian small luxury hotel will. Villa Ducale is just a few minutes from the historical town centre of Taormina but far enough away from the hustle and bustle.

5% off room rate
per room per night  EUR 120
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Relais Vedetta - Tuscany, Italy

Eco Chic Retreats

Good for:

playing golf in the fresh sea air & bird watching in Orbetello

Relais Vedetta is a small boutique hotel in Maremma, southern Tuscany. A deep terracotta red, this stylish chic retreat stands against acres of woodland & olive groves, and inside are just 7 suites, each with a charming & distinctive style.

Special offers:

A 250 ml bottle of olive oil produced by Relais Vedetta, "Olio di Vedetta".

per room per night  EUR 220
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Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello - Northern Italy, Italy

Country Chic Retreats

Good for:

authentic Italian food & relaxation

Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello is a small luxury hotel in the majestic 11th-century Tabiano Castle, Parma. This medieval fortress has been transformed into a boutique hotel with 40 elegant rooms, a wellness centre & an outdoor pool.

5% off room rate

A welcome drink & room upgrade (subject to availability)

per room per night  EUR 150
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Aranjaya - Sicily, Italy

Country Chic Retreats

Good for:

finishing your book in peace & quiet

Aranjaya is a new boutique hotel in Scordia, Sicily. Set in 300-acres of organic orange grove and with just 8 rooms and an infinity pool, this is an intimate hideaway, perfect for a romantic trip or relaxing getaway.

5% off room rate
per room per night  EUR 150
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Azienda Agricola Mandranova - Sicily, Italy

Country Chic Retreats

Good for:

hiding in the hills of southern Sicily on a working olive farm

Azienda Agricola Mandranova is a small boutique hotel in the hills of southern Sicily on a working olive farm. This homely bolthole, just 2 miles from the sea, is packed with Sicilian charm and serves up delicious home-cooked regional food.

A room upgrade (subject to availability)

per room per night  EUR 122
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Babuino 181 - Rome, Italy

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Good for:

exploring historic Rome in the lap of luxury

Babuino 181 is a new boutique hotel in the historic centre of Rome. This renovated palazzo has 14 luxury suites, all with a contemporary, elegant style, and a roof-top bar and is located minutes from the Spanish Steps & Piazza del Popolo.

A welcome drink & room upgrade (subject to availability)

per room per night  EUR 245
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Bauer Palladio Hotel and Spa - Venice, Italy

City Chic Retreats

Good for:

a spoiling & pampering weekend in Venice

Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa is a small boutique hotel on Giudecca Island, Venice. This gorgeous Palladio-designed 18th-century convent is now home to a bar & restaurant and a holistic wellness spa offering spectacular views over Venice.

A welcome drink & room upgrade (subject to availability)

per room per night  EUR 230
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Baur B&B - Piedmont, Italy

Mini Chic Retreats

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a relaxed and great value place to stay in Piedmont

Baur B&B is Piemonte's best kept secret. Diana and Michael gave up everything to follow their dream and in doing so have created a gorgeous hideaway for their guests. 

House wine from the owners private wine cellar and a plate of antipasto.

per room per night  EUR 180
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Borgo Alveria - Sicily, Italy

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Good for:

staying in a converted ancient monastery

Borgo Alveria is a small luxury hotel built from an ancient monastery in Noto Antica, near Siracusa, Sicily. Contemporary design and ancient stone work are wonderfully blended and guests can enjoy an inventive menu in the restaurant.

Special offers:

5% off room rate
per room per ngiht  EUR 120
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