From coast-clinging villas to romantic retreats and glam city getaways, Italy has any number of unique and boutique places to stay . Here's our top 10 boutique stays across the country, from culture-crammed Florence to fashion-forward Milan. All inspired by the new guidebook Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Collection: Italy.
To book any of Mr & Mrs Smiths boutique hotels visit www.mrandmrssmith.com You can also pick up the new Italy guidebook online.
With nearly 4,500 acres to explore, Castiglion del Bosco, set on a verdant estate in beautiful Val d'Orcia in Tuscany, feels more like a stylish Italian village than a standard hotel.
Nautically natty boutique hotel JK Place Capri is a stylish, snow-white suntrap with serene sea views set on the exclusive island of Capri, just off the Amalfi Coast.
Enjoying a panoramic perch in the mediaeval hilltop town of Montefalco, Palazzo Bontadosi brings style-savvy modern touches to a heritage setting in rural Umbria.
This tiny, enigmatic region, tugged into Italy's southern instep, may not be as well known as on-the-up neighbour Puglia, but super-romantic hotels such as Sextantio le Grotte della Civita should ensure Basilicata's star is on the rise.
