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From the sun-drenched stretches of Puglia to the staggering peaks of the snow-capped Dolomites, Italy is as diverse as it is breathtaking. The country’s landscapes offer visitors the opportunity to experience rugged coastlines, lush mountaintops, rolling hills, and so much more. It’s unsurprising, then, that an estimated 60 million tourists visit Italy each year (and with this year s Jubilee celebration, that number is only climbing).
Vogue’s Guide to the Best Airbnbs in Italy
- For Aromatic Gardens: Trullo in Fasano, from $1,115 per night
- For Easy Beach Access: Private View on Amalfi Coast, from $1,690 per night
- For Art History Buffs: Torre Quattro Venti in Capri, from $1,624 per night
- For Prime Sightseeing: Luxury Terrace in Rome, from $1,549 per night
- For an Island Escape: Stairway to Heaven in Alicudi, from $171 per night
- For a Tranquil Retreat: Villa Ranuncolo in Tuscany, from $2,934 per night
- For 1400s-era Frescoes: Charming Large Apartment in Genoa, from $261 per night
If you’re itching to plan a jaunt to the land of pasta and wine but aren’t sure which of its many picturesque destinations to choose from, why not let the 18 incredible properties below sway you? Most are designed for group stays, though we also tracked down a couple cozier options. For the history buff, consider a 1600s-era apartment nestled on the Venice canal. Or perhaps you’re a patron of the arts? There’s a villa in Capri that once belonged to a famed painter that might be of interest. Or if all you need right now is an ocean-view property where you can enjoy a spritz and snacks, check in to a Positano home we found that has the most scenic pool you’ve ever seen. All of that, and more, in our guide to the best Airbnbs in Italy.
The Volcano Lover
Visiting Pompeii? Book a stay in this 18th-century apartment with a prime location. It has a stunning outdoor terrace, where mountain views and ocean views vy for your attention, while the inside is equally impressive. Two-tone tiled floors, extra-tall ceilings, and crystal chandeliers make for quite the elegant design.
- Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Amenities: Bathtub, washer, sound system, workout equipment, crib, pack n play crib, indoor fireplace, terrace, outdoor dining, bicycles, loungers, EV charger, breakfast included, pets allowed
- Highlight: After a day of exploring, pick up some snacks and a bottle of wine for aperitivo at home on the patio with a perfect view of the sunset.
- Location: Torre del Greco
Charming Large Apartment
The port city of Genoa has a lot to offer, from bustling shopping streets to art-filled museums. This spacious apartment in the city’s historic center almost looks like a museum itself: Soaring ceilings give way to intricately painted frescoes, while the elegant furnishings do justice to the building’s 1400s-era origins. If you’re traveling with children, the property offers several suitable amenities for convenience, too, like a travel crib that s available upon request.
- Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms
- Amenities: Bathtub, washer, dryer, crib, changing table, indoor fireplace, pets allowed, cleaning service available
- Highlight: As incredible as the interiors are, the location is another massive bonus: You’re a mere two minutes away from the ferries to Portofino, for a beachy day trip.
- Location: Genoa
Stairway to Heaven
Perfectly tranquil and perched above the sea, this island stay captures the best of indoor-outdoor living. The outdoor dining space and living area is where you’ll want to spend most of your time; both offer unobstructed views of the Tyrrhenian. Inside, a cozy space is ideal for a small family.
- Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms
- Amenities: Outdoor shower, washer, hammock, grill, terrace, outdoor dining
- Highlight: In the warmer months, take advantage of the outdoor shower post-swim.
- Location: Alicudi
Charming Apartment
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In the heart of Milan’s Chinatown neighborhood, this 20th-century building hides a small but well-appointed apartment ideal for a quick stay to the fashion capital. An eclectic mix of antique furnishings makes the space feel homey, and while the location is central, the house itself is relatively quiet.
- Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Amenities: Bathtub, washer, piano, high chair, balcony, pets allowed
- Highlight: For the musically inclined traveler, the electric piano is sure to delight.
- Location: Milan
Casa Pinti
Terracotta floors and wood beams run throughout this cozy space. The building itself dates back to the 16th century, and while there are a few modern conveniences (like a Nespresso machine and a sound system for your playlists), the apartment is old-school. You’ll get a healthy dose of antique charm and may come away from your stay with a hankering to explore your own local vintage markets for similarly rustic furniture.
- Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Amenities: Washer, television, sound system
- Highlight: The Airbnb is conveniently located near a number of the city s best restaurants—ask the host for a personalized list of recommendations.
- Location: Florence
Trullo
Adventure to the heel of Italy’s boot to stay in this sun-dappled property that overlooks rolling hilltops and the sparkling sea in the distance. Design details feel distinctly Italian—arched doorways, tiled floors, shuttered windows—and picturesque nooks scattered throughout the property make it easy to while away the afternoon.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
- Amenities: Housekeeping, private pool, kitchen, washer, AC, outdoor shower, BBQ grill.
- Highlight: The exterior landscaping is impeccable. We could see ourselves never wanting to leave that pool, except, perhaps, for a leisurely aperitivo at the al fresco table beneath a vine-covered trellis.
- Location: Fasano
Beachfront Villa
Live out your Sicilian villa fantasy in this three-level 1920s estate. The waterfront home is just a few miles from Palermo, but feels like a world of its own with details like Art Nouveau facades and an elegant turret. Don’t forget to pack a swimsuit: You can stroll directly to the sea from the property’s garden via a small gate.
- Rooms: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
- Amenities: Bathtub, outdoor shower, washer, AC, beach access, BBQ, outdoor dining.
- Highlight: The home has direct access to the sea from the garden, which is shaded by hundreds-of-years-old maritime pines.
- Location: Palermo
Villa Vecere
Bright, breezy, and full of character, this property perched high on the Positano cliffside is a picturesque getaway. Modern baroque interiors set the tone for a glamorous stay, with Renaissance paintings and colorful frescoes in abundance. Wander outside and you’ll discover a picture-perfect swimming pool that overlooks the famed coastal city and its vibrant buildings.
- Rooms: 12 bedrooms, 12 baths
- Amenities: Chef service, housekeeping, private pool, kitchen, washer/dryer, AC, balcony, BBQ grill, pizza oven.
- Highlight: Take the scenic drive two miles downhill to Fornillo Beach for a day by the water.
- Location: Positano
Torre Quattro Venti
This picturesque villa overlooking the Bay of Naples was built by American Painter Elihu Vedder in the typical Moorish style. The large terrace is equipped with lovely sun beds and a rustic wooden dining table for al fresco meals. Inside, an open kitchen takes center stage, with pops of color via tiles and decor accents.
- Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
- Amenities: Ocean view, outdoor shower, washer, central AC, indoor fireplace, kitchen, balcony.
- Highlight: An original early 1900s wooden staircase is still intact, which winds upward to the master bedroom.
- Location: Capri
18th-Century Castle
This 18th-century castle near Modena in the Emilia-Romagna region is as romantic as they come. Among the historic property’s most exquisite design moments are the frescoed parlors, which hover above elegant furnishings and glittering chandeliers. This is the ideal rental for a group of friends who want their Italian getaway to feel inflected with nostalgic pizzazz.
- Rooms: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
- Amenities: Bathtub, washer/dryer, outdoor dining area.
- Highlight: A massive garden surrounds the castle on all sides.
- Location: Modena
House and Garden
This beautiful stone house overlooking the sea is located in Montemarcello Natural Park, not far from Cinque Terre. Every bedroom has views of the water, and there’s a large garden that comes with an outdoor kitchen and traditional pizza oven. While you’re outside, you might as well pop into the al fresco shower for an afternoon cool off, followed by a sunset spritz on the tiled terrace.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Amenities: Washer/dryer, indoor fireplace, backyard, outdoor dining area, BBQ.
- Highlight: There s an outdoor kitchen with a traditional pizza oven—need we say more?
- Location: Cinque Terre
Gioli Etna Home
If you ve ever wanted to escape to a medieval village on the slopes of Mount Etna, here s your chance. Design details like local artwork and colorful tiles offer a grounding atmosphere for this countryside home, as do the wood beam ceilings and fireplace. And if it s astonishing ocean views you seek, head straight for the outdoor dining table for a long, leisurely breakfast or an afternoon glass of Carricante.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Amenities: Washer, mosquito net, indoor wood-burning fireplace, heating, outdoor dining area, BBQ.
- Highlight: The home is painted in a dusty shade of pink, for a photogenic pop of color that contrasts with the surrounding hillside.
- Location: Milo
Private View
Close to grottos and dramatic cliffside, this striking property lets nature do the talking. Interiors are calm and clean, while the coastline exteriors serve up top-notch vibes. If your idea of the perfect rental is one that affords you boundless opportunities to savor the great outdoors (perhaps with a spritz and plate of olives in hand), this is the booking to make.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 3 baths
- Amenities: Sea view, kitchen, AC, kitchen, backyard.
- Highlight: The property is designed with steps that lead down to the ocean, with sun loungers and an umbrella down by the water’s edge.
- Location: Amalfi
Luxury Terrace
You’ll feel in the center of the universe staying in this large penthouse in Rome. The property is designed with a massive living room that lets in tons of natural light, plus three bedrooms—all with windows overlooking the city skyline. The star amenity is the terrace, which is adorned with plants and flowers and has unparalleled views of Rome’s major domes.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 3 baths
- Amenities: City skyline view, bathtub, washer, AC, kitchen, balcony.
- Highlight: The home is flooded with natural light thanks to 17 picturesque windows, which look out over the archeological Area di Largo Argentina and Rome s skyline.
- Location: Rome
Lena
This restored 1600s-era piano nobile apartment in Venice’s Cannaregio district is a stunner with its Terrazzo floors and ornate plasterwork. The imposing leaded windows evoke a sense of nostalgia, as do the mosaics from the 1700s. The furnished private terrace overlooks the canal and is furnished with a babbling stone fountain.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 3 baths
- Amenities: Kitchen, washer/dryer, AC, kitchen, balcony.
- Highlight: The apartment comes with a furnished terrace that overlooks the canal—perfect for morning coffee and evening cocktails.
- Location: Venice
Villa Ranuncolo
Set on a pastoral hillside, this Tuscan villa is oozing with charm (think: rustic design details like brick archways, terracotta walls, and a stone facade). Spend the afternoon soaking in the garden-side tub followed by wine and cheese hour on the sprawling terrace. Or perhaps curled up with a book by the fireplace? Or sprawled out at the infinity pool? Take your pick.
- Rooms: 12 bedrooms, 9.5 baths
- Amenities: Housekeeping, infinity pool, hot tub, kitchen, washer/dryer, AC, BBQ grill, gym.
- Highlight: If you’re not renting a car, the property can arrange airport transfer as an add-on service.
- Location: Tuscany
Villa Peduzzi
An elegant property that epitomizes Lake Como sophistication, this Liberty-style house was built in 1909 and has been restored to emphasize its Art Nouveau character. Guests will enjoy lovely vistas of the lake and snow-capped mountains, enjoyed from the infinity pool or at an al fresco meal prepared by the villa’s private chef.
- Rooms: 10 bedrooms, 6 baths
- Amenities: Chef service, housekeeping, pool, kitchen, washer/dryer, portable AC, outdoor shower, indoor fireplace, firepit, BBQ grill, bikes, gym.
- Highlight: For those who appreciate life’s simple pleasures, a welcome drink and snack are served upon arrival.
- Location: Lake Como
Felder Alpin Lodge
High in the hills of the staggering Dolomites mountains lies this beautiful retreat, set beneath a thatched roof. It’s situated on nearly 10 acres, where sheep and goats roam, and there’s even an original farmhouse and hay barn on property (some parts of which date back 500 years). Despite its history, the home still feels modern thanks to sophisticated amenities like a sauna and a well-equipped kitchen.
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
- Amenities: Housekeeping, kitchen, mountain view, washer/dryer, central heating, indoor fireplace, patio, BBQ grill, sauna, breakfast.
- Highlight: Hikes and wineries are close by, offering the ideal daytime activity.
- Location: Trentino-Alto Adige
