UNCOVERING ITALY’S SUPERLATIVES IN PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS
UNCOVERING ITALY’S SUPERLATIVES IN PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS
Welcome to the world of Il Pellicano hotels. Sun-kissed and chic, timeless and contemporary, and an easy-to-fall into il dolce far niente at its very best. The hotels are the inspiration behind ISSIMO – a sophisticated online universe which takes you out of those inimitable striped beach chairs and into an immersive journey of culture, philosophy and taste.
A triumvirate of spectacular properties, Il Pellicano, Mezzatorre and La Posta Vecchia are distinctly unique, celebrating intimate details, unique atmospheres and personal gestures to create indelible and ever Italian moments. Whether afternoons exploring at Il Pellicano’s private cove on the coveted Argentario coast, La Posta Vecchia’s centuries of imperial history, or Mezzatorre’s hidden overlook of the Tyrrhenian sea, these three fabled hotels transport you to a timeless luxury.
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La Posta Vecchia - a seaside oasis of decadence and history on the Roman coast. La Posta Vecchia’s illustrious past lives include ancient imperial resort, Renaissance getaway for Italy royalty and private villa for J. Paul Getty, all within a 30-minute drive from the Eternal City.
Il Pellicano - a historic hillside hideaway on Tuscany’s Argentario coast. Il Pellicano’s iconic style and timeless luxury entices all lovers of beauty, culture and wellness to its stunning, cliffside location. A 90-minute drive from Rome-Fiumicino airport
Mezzatorre - a secluded 16th century watchtower overlooking its own private bay. Mezzatorre watches over the enchanting Ischia, an island of wellness and la bella vita, reachable via an hour boat ride from Naples.
Born from a spirit of hospitality and togetherness, Hotel Il Pellicano turns weddings, birthdays, and private gatherings into celebrations that feel effortless and unforgettable
La Posta Vecchia isn’t just a seaside villa – it’s a treasure chest. Beneath the hotel, a Roman domus reveals mosaics and amphorae, while upstairs Renaissance beds, Flemish tapestries, and...
Hotel Il Pellicano, Mezzatorre, and La Posta Vecchia unite for a three-part dinner series that reimagines the Italian ritual of dinner. Expect creativity, conviviality, and culinary collaboration
La Posta Vecchia unveils refreshed rooms and a newly styled private beach – classic charm reimagined under the eye of Marie-Louise Sciò.
There’s a ‘new’ restaurant at La Posta Vecchia: Da Aurelio, where classic Italian traditions embrace modernity under the helm of Head Chef Andrea Barcia. Here’s all you need to know!
To celebrate 60 years of seaside glamour, ISSIMO has launched a playful, retro-inspired capsule collection that pays tribute to the iconic Hotel Il Pellicano and its beloved hand-drawn mascot
Hotel Il Pellicano, Mezzatorre and La Posta Vecchia are about to unveil new websites. Ready for your Grand Tour Pellicano?
Hotel Il Pellicano celebrated all-things design and la dolce vita at the fabled T Magazine party during Salone di Milano. Here’s what happened!
Wherever spring finds you—in the golden fields of Lazio, the rugged cliffs of Ischia, or the vineyards of Tuscany—La Posta Vecchia, Mezzatorre, and Hotel Il Pellicano offer warm weather activities...
For three extraordinary days at the end of March, our beloved Hotel Il Pellicano will transport its signature Tuscan elegance to Hôtel du Couvent in Nice with a formidable culinary...
Should you take the slippers from your hotel room? And what about asking for a late check-out? We share our insights on how to be the best guest possible
Minimoons are all the rage at the moment, and rightfully so. Need help planning yours? Then get inspired by the gorgeous suites of the Pellicano Hotels, for an all-Italian romance