Author: Charlotte Hill

Masseria Li Reni review 2026: Bruno Vespa’s restored masseria near Manduria, pool suites, Primitivo tastings, Ionian beaches nearby, and who it really suits.

Preidlhof review 2026: the adults-only spa resort near Merano with a six-floor Sauna Tower, rooftop pools, its own Pinot Noir vineyard and who it really suits.

L’Albereta review 2026: the Moretti family’s villa among Bellavista vineyards, rooms, L’Aurum and Leone Felice, the Chenot spa, pools, tennis and Lake Iseo.

Castello di Spessa review 2026: castle rooms, an 18-hole course among the vines, Collio wine cellars, the Vinum Spa and who this Friuli estate really suits.

Borgo Tre Vaselle review 2026: the Lungarotti wine hotel in Torgiano after its AG Group reopening, with rooms, Le Melograne, the new spa, MUVIT and Rubesco.

Villa Cordevigo review 2026: a Venetian villa on the Villabella wine estate near Lake Garda, with Michelin-starred Oseleta, a small spa and Bardolino tastings.

Locanda Sandi review 2026: six rooms and two cottages at Villa Sandi’s inn in Valdobbiadene, Venetian cooking, Cartizze wines and honest tips before you book.

Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées review 2026: rooms, Il Borromeo, the 3,000 m² spa, Hemingway’s bar, island boats, nearby golf and how it compares with Lake Como.

Excelsior Venice Lido review 2026: best rooms after the relaunch, Amù beach club cabanas, tennis, Lido golf, the shuttle to St Mark’s and festival tips.

Monaci delle Terre Nere review 2026: suites and pool villas, Kantico and Locanda Nerello, the estate’s Etna wines, Etna excursions and who should book it.