Family Hotels in Italy

If you’re travelling through Italy with your family, you’ll want three things from your hotel: affordability, comfortable (rather than intimidating) interiors where children can run without wear of breaking something, and plenty of space.

One such hotel is the La Residenza in Rome, an elegant but homely place with an ivy-covered courtyard where kids can play, and large rooms. Its convenient location, right next to Via Veneto, makes touring very convenient. There is also a La Residenza in Venice, with gorgeous 300-year-old paintings and an impressive display of antiques in its salon.

The Hotel Belletini, in Florence, is not only family friendly — it’s run by a family. Terra cotta floors and stained glass windows are picture-perfect, and comfortable no-nonsense rooms won’t discourage kids from rough-and-tumble play. Another family run outfit is Hotel Menardi in Cortina, an alpine inn with cozy fireplaces and a view of the Dolomite peaks. Despite being in a resort town, prices are very affordable — allowing you to spend your vacation budget on the surrounding tourist attractions.

Victoria Hotel’s ambience is reminiscent of a British manor, and each guest has a private garden. Perfect for a cozy, intimate family vacation — and when you’re ready to go on tour, transportation is easy to come by. The Hotel Villarosa in Ischia, on the other hand, is a Mediterranean style county villa with colourful tiles and semitropical gardens. It is perfect for a quiet weekend, savouring good weather and the excellent view, with outdoor activities to keep everyone entertained.