When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore. When the world seems to shine like you’ve had too much wine, that’s amore. Few countries in the world create a desire to travel like Italy! The country offers everything: ancient ruins, museums and art, mountains, beaches, and spectacular cities. Let us not forget the food and the wine! A perfect pairing with the food and wine is an amazing hotel experience! Hyatt offers some of the most unique properties across the country, which embody the spirit of both classic and modern Italy!

The Best Value Hyatt Redemptions In Italy

The Hyatt portfolio in Italy currently consists of 55 properties across the Hyatt and Small Luxury Hotels brands. However, the Small Luxury Hotels brand accounts for over 90% of the available Hyatt properties in Italy. Nearly, 50% of all Hyatt properties offer positive value point redemption opportunities. The five best redemption opportunities provide a mix of modern and classic and urban and rural locations. 

Galleria Vik Milano

The Galleria Vik Milano is a boutique, luxury hotel set in the heart of Milan. The hotel sits inside the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade. The property is part hotel and part modern art gallery. The hotel decor taps into the famous creative spirit of Milan. The bedroom walls become canvases and the corridors transform into art exhibitions. Each of the 89 rooms and suites is unique in design and character. The rooms feature one of a kind art installations from local and international artists. The hotel offers two restaurants, Vikissimo and I Dodici Gatti, while countless other restaurants, cafes, and art galleries line the Galeria Vittorio. At times, the property even hosts exclusive exhibits on Leonardo da Vinci. The prime location has most of Milan’s most famous sites within a 10-15 minute walk. 

Vista Palazzo Lago di Como

At the edge of Lake Como rests the Vista Palazzo Lago di Como. The property screams Italian luxury, from the parquet floor entrance to the marble bathrooms. What the hotel lacks in room quantity, only 18 rooms, it more than makes up for in room size. Each room oozes Italian glamour, a mix of aristocratic mansion and luxury modern yacht. The suite-style rooms provide a separate living and bedroom area, perfect for entertaining. In addition, the high-end suites offer panoramic vistas over Lake Como. The top floor of the hotel hosts the Infinity Bar and Sottovoce restaurant. Both venues provide breathtaking views across the water. The hotel emphasizes a customized experience with opportunities for a Riva boat tour, personal shopper shopping experience, in-room chef, and much more. The central location has Como’s most famous attractions only a few minutes away on foot. 

Park Hyatt Milan

The Park Hyatt Milan lays claim as the first Hyatt hotel in Italy. The luxury hotel sits in the heart of the world famous fashion district of Milan. The 106 elegant and spacious rooms and suites come with classic interiors and modern amenities. A select few suites even offer panoramic views of the Milan skyline. The hotel provides two dining options, including the Michelin Starred restaurant VUN, as well as a bar and lobby lounge. Despite the lack of pool, the Unique Spa has a full spa, steam room, and whirlpools. The central location puts the hotel minutes away from the Duomo cathedral, the Alla Scala Opera House, and countless luxury storefronts.

Hotel De’Ricci

The Hotel De’Ricci disguises itself as a traditional townhouse on a cobbled street just off the Piazza De’Ricci in Rome. Despite the exterior, inside, the vintage touches recall the glamour of the 1940s in Italy. The hotel offers 8 spacious and luxurious suites, each with a unique decor and layout. However, the hotel positions itself as the ideal getaway for wine lovers. The property has a selection of more than 1,500 labels and a team of sommeliers to customize each experience. Even the rooms come complete with a wine cooler. The central location puts the most famous sites in Rome (Vatican City, the Colosseum, and Castel Sant’Angelo) within walking distance. 

Grand Hotel Victoria Concept and Spa

The Grand Hotel Victoria in Menaggio is the newest 5-star luxury hotel on the shores of Lake Como. The property is a renovated 19th century, neoclassical, villa, complete with surrounding gardens and breathtaking lake views. Both the hotel interior and exterior seamlessly blend classic architecture with contemporary amenities. The 81 rooms and suites offer an innovative take on contemporary design. Due to the location and grounds, almost every room provides a breathtaking landscape or private garden view. The main restaurant wraps around the hotel exterior, creating numerous lakeside vantage points. Inside, the Erre Spa has two pools, a sauna, and the hotels signature massages. The picturesque town of Menaggio is ideal for people watching, evening lakeside strolls, or getting lost in the history of Italy. 

Final Thoughts

Unlike the Hyatt portfolio in North America (Canada, Mexico, and the United States), the Hyatt portfolio in Europe favors the Small Luxury Hotels brand. Italy is no exception, as the Small Luxury Hotels brand accounts for ~90% of Italian Hyatt hotels. This has both positive and negative aspects. On the positive side, the Small Luxury Hotels brand includes one-of-a-kind hotels. The exclusive hotel design, service levels, and attention to detail make every hotel a unique experience. However, due to size limitations, these hotels trend towards smaller offerings. Many Hyatt hotels in Italy have less than 100 rooms. Furthermore, these hotels often lack “traditional” hotel amenities, such as a pool, gym, and even on-site restaurants. With that said, the cities and villages of Italy bust with culture, food, and experiences. Of course the biggest challenge remains earning enough World of Hyatt points or free night certificates! Prego!