Italy has long been a traveler's paradise, with a long list of stunning hotels that lure even more tourists to the picturesque  country.

 Here's our pick of the big-hitters worth the splurge on your next Italian getaway:

1. Villa d'Este, Lake Como

This enormous mansion, which was constructed for a Catholic cardinal, has been lived in by a Queen of England, and is currently commemorating its 151st birthday as a hotel. 

Villa d'Este boasts sprawling Renaissance gardens and a wealth of artwork. Open the windows in your spacious bedroom and unwind while listening to the waves lapping at the shore. 

Impressively, the hotel was  ranked the greatest hotel in the world in June 2009 by  Forbes, while Travel + Leisure magazine ranked it the second-best resort in Europe in 2014.

The villa is now a high-end congress facility with accommodation prices that average £1000 ($1200) per night and top suites that average £3500 ($4200) per night. 

2. Hotel Hassler, Rome

The Hassler is  rightfully regarded as the representation of Rome itself, from where the  Eternal City lies on your feet!

Staying at The Hassler, you can easily explore Roman ruins, marvel at St. Peter's dome, visit the renowned Trinità dei Monti church inside, and savour the Dolce Vita on the hotel's stunning rooftop terrace. 

The hotel also prides itself on being the one of the only remaining family-run five-star hotels in Rome; Roberto E. Wirth, who is in charge of the hotel, is the fifth generation of a renowned Swiss family of hoteliers.

Numerous famous people and dignitaries, including Audrey Hepburn and President Eisenhower, have stayed at The Hassler since it opened in 1893. 

 Even if there are fewer lodgings available now, those that do are larger, still decorated in a restful, elegant palette of beige, gold, and silver, and furnished with incredibly big closets and marble-topped bathrooms. 

3. Sextantio Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Abruzzo

Sextantio Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a striking hotel situated in the Gran Sasso National Park's mediaeval village of the same name among the Abruzzo hills, is sure to take your breath away with its old-world charm. 

The hotel is part of a restoration project of the village's ancient architectural heritage, with 27 rooms  where you may stay and learn more about the local customs in a distinctive setting. 

All original structures have been preserved, and for the works, only architectural materials typical of the region have been used to  recover and re-propose the furnishings.

The village's streets, which must only be crossed by foot, take on a variety of shapes, from the winding pavement leading to the Tower from the fourteenth century to the steep stairway leading to the church of Santa Maria in Ruvo (XIII century). 

4. Forestis, Dolomites

The Forestis, situated in the town of Brixen, boats three contemporary tower blocks perched atop the majestic Dolomites, with glass fronts, wood siding, and balconies that face the  stunning Italian  mountain range.

At Forestis, supper takes place in a restaurant that resembles an amphitheater, the yoga is Celtic-inspired, and spa treatments are focused on trees. Rooms with half board start at £549. 

Forestis is a refuge from the mundane; it is cool, serene, and connected to its breathtaking surroundings. From this expertly placed spa hotel, which is designed to be in harmony with the environment, forests and snow-capped peaks stretch out in every direction.

 The Forestis interiors, with its stone basins and white-as-snow tones, crisp fabrics, and clean lines, recall the mountains. 

5. Galleria Vik, Milan

Galleria Vik embraces Milan's artistic soul by introducing distinctive decor and eye-catching artwork to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. 

The stone-walled arcade, which was built in 1877 and is one of Milan's most recognised buildings, is the oldest in Italy and is renowned for its opulent proportions, mosaic flooring, and soaring glass roof. 

Each of the 89 rooms, which are dispersed throughout the gallery's upper levels, has a distinct personality thanks to collaborations with artists from Europe, South America, and other regions. 

The first indication that this is a fairly unique hotel is the Rodin sculpture in the lobby. The second is the direct view into the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan's famous 19th-century shopping arcade next to the Duomo, from (most of) the rooms. 

If you choose one with a balcony, you will be hung over the tourists taking pictures and the Milanese strolling daily. A contemporary classic in a historical setting. 

6. Oasyhotel, Tuscany

Imagine yourself on vacation in Tuscany, touring a vineyard, dining beneath the Duomo, or reacquainting yourself with Renaissance masters. 

Although you probably aren't climbing trees, feeding Limousin cattle, or dozing off to wolf howls, Oasyhotel offers a completely new way to take in the rural area. 

This is a stay where luxury rests in an abundance of nature that is yours to roam because it is located on the protected Dynamo Oasis Nature Reserve. 

This hotel, located in a wildlife reserve north of Pistoia, allows you to fully appreciate Italy's environment. Its timber-framed chalets are situated on grounds where you may view wildlife, ride an e-bike through the woods, or go for a swim in the lake. 

Due to its on-site farm, it is largely self-sufficient, and its restaurant menus feature everything from apples to pork produced on the farm. If you get bored with the outdoors, visit the hotel's spa, movie theatre, and art museum.