Holidays in Italy are popular with completely different tourists. Someone comes here to wander around the ancient Roman ruins, someone to feel the special spirit of Venice, someone to touch the beauty in the museums of Florence, someone to enjoy local cuisine and drink a glass of wine, and someone – in order to relax on the “all inclusive” system, forgetting about all the problems, at sea. Local resorts boast beautiful clean beaches, a mild sunny climate and an endless riot of greenery. In addition, the country is washed by several seas at once, and the beaches are located both on the mainland and peninsulas, and on the islands.
The best beach resorts in Italy
All beach resorts can be divided into several zones – located on the Adriatic coast, the Neapolitan Riviera, Ligurian resorts, resorts of the Tyrrhenian Sea, islands in the Mediterranean Sea. Each of these regions has its own characteristics and an impressive list of excellent resorts. It is very difficult to choose the top five of the most-most from all this variety, but still.
Rimini
One of the most popular resorts located on the Adriatic coast. It has many advantages over its neighbors. Firstly, it has a good location, not far from the international airport. Secondly, a wide beach strip and a well-developed infrastructure. Third, reasonable prices. The 15-kilometer beach strip is “attached” with many nightclubs that especially attract young people, and an interesting historical center with sights dating back to ancient Roman times. One of the indicators of popularity is that Rimini is loved not only by tourists, but also by the Italians themselves.
Ischia
One of the most picturesque resorts not only on the Neapolitan Riviera, but throughout Italy. A small island of volcanic origin, located not far from the mainland, boasts not only beautiful beaches and beautiful nature, but also unique mineral springs – water rich in radon, bromine, iodine and sulfur works real miracles. Its properties are actively used by spa hotels offering a fairly wide range of procedures.
Viareggio
Among the Tuscan beach resorts, which cannot be called cheap, the elite Viareggio stands out in particular. The first thing it is famous for is its opportunities for outdoor activities – yachting, diving, tennis and so on. The beach strip here is quite wide, restaurants and bars are far from cheap, and boutiques on the main streets offer exclusively designer items. Fans of cognitive rest can combine business with pleasure and look into the museum of satire, Villa Puccini, marble warehouse. In addition, the legendary Pisa is not so far away.
Lerichi
Soul of the Ligurian coast. A cozy quiet corner, famous not only for its beaches, but also for colorful villas, green streets and beautiful parks. This place is ideal for those who want to take a break from the urban bustle – despite all its attractiveness, it often remains in the shadow of the neighboring Cinque Terre. The island beach resorts of Italy are quite widely represented – most of them are located in the legendary Sicily and Sardinia. However, one should not forget about the small but very attractive Capri, which is associated primarily with Napoleon Bonaparte.
The benefits of an all-inclusive holiday
There are not so many hotels operating on the all-inclusive system in Italy. It is worth noting right away that they do not offer the usual Turkish “chips” such as round-the-clock animation, a mini-water park, and several bars. However, despite this, they are still popular. First of all, this is due to the fact that tourists who do not plan to travel a lot around the country have a chance to save a lot – food in Italy is not cheap and every visit to a cafe or restaurant will cost a “tidy” sum. And on the buffet you can always find dishes to your liking – for children and adults.
The best hotels in Italy
Hotel Onda Verde 3*
The colorful 3-star Hotel Onda Verde is located in the small town of Praiano, surrounded by cliffs. You can walk to the sea in just a few minutes. The territory is a Mediterranean garden, in the greenery of which lurked 5 villas. Each of them has several rooms with panoramic views, equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. The infrastructure of the hotel is quite modest. It features an outdoor pool, restaurant and bar. But at the same time, guests will not be bored for sure – the pier is very close, from where ferries leave for the islands of Capri and Ischia, where exciting excursion programs await tourists (of course, trips are paid extra).
Grand Hotel Ambasciatori 5 *
A luxurious luxury hotel located in the legendary city of Sorrento, boasts not only a well-developed infrastructure, a high level of service, but also a good location – on top of a cliff. From the rooftop terrace you have a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Naples. In addition, the central square and the pier are very close, from where ferries depart, including to the island of Capri. The hotel's rooms are decorated in a classic style, each with stucco ceilings. At the same time, this equipment is modern, there are air conditioners, plasma TVs and wi-fi. The property offers a swimming pool, 3 bars, a restaurant where you can always try traditional Neapolitan and Italian dishes, a garden, a private beach with free sunbeds and umbrellas. In general, the all-inclusive system in the hotel is quite extensive, this is the case,
Grand Hotel & Riviera 4*
The hotel is located in the heart of Sorrento, just 500 meters from the main square. From the top of the cliff offers a wonderful panoramic view of the bay. You can go down to a small private beach at its foot by a transparent elevator. In addition to traditional umbrellas, sun loungers, cabins, guests can enjoy a bar and rental equipment for snorkeling. The territory of the hotel is a luxurious Mediterranean garden, in the greenery of which there is a small swimming pool with panoramic views of Vesuvius. In addition to it, there is a restaurant and a bar on the main territory. At the front desk, they will always help you choose an excursion route and offer a company with which you can go on an exciting excursion (for an additional fee, of course).
Laguna Palace Hotel Grado 4*
The hotel is located in the town of Grado, on the first coastline. It offers a modern spa center, which offers a wide range of services, including a Turkish bath and beauty treatments, a swimming pool, a restaurant. On the terrace you can not only have breakfast, dinner or lunch, but also take a sunbath. Rooms with modern renovation and parquet floors are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Each of them has a bunch of nice little things – a bathrobe, tutus and much more. From Grado, located on the road from Venice to Trieste, it is convenient to get to each of these cities. Curious tourists and just lovers of combining a beach holiday with an educational one will surely pick up an excursion to their liking.
Hemingway Village – Aparthotel
This luxury aparthotel is located in Caorle, just 500 meters from the pier where ferries depart regularly for Venice. For an additional fee, the staff is always ready to help with organizing excursions to the fabulous city on the water. The territory of the hotel is quite extensive, its heart is a complex of two outdoor pools, heated and not. Nearby is another small hot tub. It also has a well-equipped private beach and a restaurant. The hotel rooms are spacious apartments. In addition to the standard set, they are equipped with a washing machine, dishwasher, and a small kitchen area. In addition, each has a furnished balcony with great views.
Hotel Continental 4*
Beautiful hotel in Santa Margherita Ligure, located on the first coastline. It offers a private beach, bar, restaurant, tropical garden. A small but cozy area is ideal for those who decide to take a break from the urban bustle in a quiet and peaceful place. The rooms are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay, not so long ago they “survived” cosmetic repairs. In addition, each of them has a balcony. In principle, Continental could hardly have stood out from a number of numerous “neighbors” if it were not for the all-inclusive system, which is considered a rarity for the Ligurian coast.
Colonna Resort 5 *
Hotel Colonna occupies a fairly extensive area of 50,000 square meters. The buildings are buried in the greenery of a real park, and a beautiful snow-white sandy beach is equipped on the coast. The infrastructure is represented by 7 swimming pools, 2 restaurants where you can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, 2 bars, a colorful area of waterfalls. Literally a kilometer away there is a tennis court and a golf course – a free shuttle is regularly organized to them. The rooms are decorated in a Mediterranean style, while they are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. This is one of the few Italian all-inclusive hotels where you can get lost and relax without going outside.
When to go on vacation to Italy
The beach season in Italy begins in April-May and ends in October. In Sardinia, it continues until the end of November. August is considered the most unfavorable month – at this time there are three peaks at once: the influx of tourists, rising prices and heat. Velvet season starts from mid-September. In April and October, of course, it is not contraindicated to go to Italy, but there is a risk of never swimming in the sea – you may not be lucky with the weather. Winter Italy, despite the fact that the beach season is closed at this time, finds no less admirers than summer. Naples becomes the most popular seaside resort at this time – after all, it attracts not only lovers of soaking up the sun, but also curious tourists. Deserted embankments, surrounded by orange trees with ripe fruits, and this time is especially picturesque.
Holidays in Italy with children
The mild climate, the abundance of greenery and the absence of sweltering heat (most of the holiday season, with the exception of August) make Italy an ideal place for families with children. The leader in terms of convenience for families is the Adriatic coast. The beach strip here is quite wide, and the entry into the sea is smooth, which makes swimming safe. In addition, the children's entertainment infrastructure is well developed – there are playgrounds in the city, avpaparks and amusement parks.
Neither adults nor children will be bored. In addition, it is on the Adriatic that the most budgetary Italian resorts are located – a vacation with the whole family will not become a financial disaster. Even more savings can be made by a trip to an all-inclusive hotel. If your children have long grown out of kindergarten age, then they will still be interested in the Adriatic. From here it is quite convenient to go on excursions and get acquainted with the legendary sights, as if revived and descended from the pages of history books.