Best Marriott International Hotels in Italy

Located along Venice's Grand Canal, The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel is nestled in the heart of the action. Here, guests gather for meals on the famous Gritti Terrace to watch gondolas and vaporetti (water taxis) transport tourists and locals around the City of Water. Inside, luxurious touches appear everywhere: Murano glass chandeliers hang from the ceiling, Lorenzo Rubelli fabrics bedeck the accommodations, art adorns the walls and the property's original terrazzo floors, from when the palace was commissioned to be built by Doge of Venice Andrea Gritti in 1475, can be found throughout. Today, the hotel houses The Gritti Epicurean School, the Gritti Spa, the elegant Club del Doge Restaurant and 82 restored rooms and suites – 10 of which were inspired by well-known guests like Ernest Hemingway and Peggy Guggenheim. Standard rooms feature glass chandeliers, antique furniture, marble bathrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and incredibly comfortable bed linens, according to recent guests. Visitors were also impressed with the impeccable service, gourmet cuisine and well-equipped fitness center. And while staying at this hotel will cost you a pretty penny, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points and save some money at this property.

The St. Regis Florence overlooks the Arno River near central Florence's shops, restaurants and attractions. Travelers describe the property's location as "perfect" thanks to its proximity to top attractions like the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo. And, like other St. Regis outposts, The St. Regis Florence specializes in a variety of top-notch services, including private attraction tours with Bentley chauffeurs and access to tours of private art collections. When you've worked up an appetite, head to the hotel's Winter Garden by Caino, an upscale dining venue that has earned a Michelin star for its innovative Italian dishes. Former diners said the restaurant's setting was just as impressive as its food and service. You'll also find a wine cellar with more than 300 local and international wines on-site. After satiating your hunger and thirst, retire to your Italian-inspired digs, which feature Florentine, Medici and Renaissance details like frescoes and coffered ceilings. Upgrade to a Deluxe Double Arno River Guest room or higher for access to additional amenities like 24-hour butler service, Bose sound systems and separate showers and bathtubs. Because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

Designed by famed Italian architect Matteo Thun, the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa offers visitors a private island setting about a mile south of downtown Venice. Although some former travelers were displeased with this JW Marriott outpost's removed location, getting to and from the city center is easy thanks to the property's water shuttle service. Though there's plenty offered on-site. Activities and amenities, such as bicycles, a kids club with cooking classes and mask art projects, yoga lessons and excursions to local glass-blowing and lace-making facilities, are offered by the hotel. When you're ready to relax, take a dip in one of three swimming pools, enjoy a spa treatment or sip on a coffee or glass of wine at Rose Bar Lounge. Several dining options – including a deli, a poolside restauran and the Michelin-starred Dopolavoro Dining Room – are available as well. Then, retire to your modern room, suite or villa, each of which features a neutral color palette and modern conveniences like a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker and Wi-Fi access. Members of the Marriott Bonvoy program can cash in or earn points for choosing to bed down here.

Located in central Rome by Piazza della Repubblica, this luxury hotel is housed in a late 18th-century building near the former Baths of Diocletian and the Michelangelo-designed Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels. Inside, the hotel has two restaurants, multiple bars, an outdoor terrace and a swimming pool that overlook the city, as well as a business center, a full-service spa and 238 guest rooms and suites. All accommodations feature neoclassical interiors with mahogany, marble and hints of beige throughout, as well as amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and floor-to-ceiling windows. Select accommodations offer additional perks, such as separate showers and soaking tubs and lofts. Recent guests raved about the hospitable and attentive staff, beautiful decor, prime location and pool, though several remarked they found the pool to be on the smaller side. And because the property is part of the Marriott Bonvoy program, members can cash in points when staying here to reduce hotel expenses.

Built as a grand palace in 1894, The St. Regis Rome is still filled with ornate treasures from its heyday. Some of the property's most exquisite original details include Murano glass light fixtures, a handcrafted stucco staircase and the famous Ritz Ballroom, which features Italian frescoes, chandeliers, gilded mirrors and candelabras. Superior Rooms offer wooden inlaid furniture, antiques acquired from state residences and velvet armchairs, while suites come with The St. Regis brand's legendary personal butler service – a hallmark of the brand since 1904. Outside of the property's accommodations, guests will find CÆLUM Lounge & Bar, an upscale restaurant and bar designed to match the hotel's Belle Époque period details that serves Mediterranean cuisine. The hotel also houses Di...Vino, a private wine cellar with over 500 labels in an alcove of the Baths of Diocletian. Recent guests appreciated the hotel's prime location near Rome's Piazza Della Repubblica and that Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points here. 

What was once the house of Carolina Bonaparte, the sister of Napoleon, is now The Westin Excelsior, Florence. This Westin outpost, lavishly decorated in the Florentine style of the Renaissance period, has 171 guest rooms and suites, a 24-hour fitness center, three restaurants, a bar and elegant meeting spaces. Services like laundry and valet parking can also be provided for an additional fee. All accommodations have the brand's signature Heavenly beds and bath products, plus flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. Upgraded rooms and suites boast hardwood floors, private balconies or terraces, outdoor Jacuzzis and views of the Arno River. Guests praise the property's exceptional staff and prime Florence location near numerous shops, restaurants and attractions. However, several recent travelers noted that the hotel's central location meant the area can be noisy. And while some suggested visiting the rooftop SE·STO on Arno for the restaurant's Mediterranean cuisine and wraparound views, others were frustrated with the eatery's limited table availability. To avoid this issue, consider reserving a table in advance. Because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

The Excelsior Hotel Gallia originally opened in 1932 and was renovated by an exclusive Milanese designer to bring it into the 21st century while maintaining its "belle epoque grandeur." Rooms feature simple, elegant decor in muted tones of tan, brown, black and white. Accommodations, which recent guests described as luxurious and spacious, come outfitted with LCD TVs, complimentary water bottles, safes and minibars. Travelers also appreciated the on-site facilities. The Excelsior Hotel Gallia is home to a fitness center, a business center, an indoor pool and a spa. And when it comes to dining, visitors can sit down for breakfast at the Sala Gallia, enjoy lunch, dinner or drinks at Gallia Lounge & Bar or the rooftop Terrazza Gallia, or savor creative cocktails at the Terrazza Gallia Rooftop Bar. There's also a wine cellar with more than 300 bottles of Italian wines and a chef's table with seating for 12. Because this property is a part of The Luxury Collection of hotels under the Marriott umbrella, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here. Though the hotel is slightly removed from the city center and its top attractions, it is located very close to the Milan train station.