The Best Hotels in Elba

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Elba. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Hotel Villa Ottone

Rated 9.0 in 338 reviews

Hotel Villa Ottone offers luxurious accommodation in front of the sea on Elba Island. A panoramic restaurant, an outdoor… See more

Hotel Villa Ottone offers luxurious accommodation in front of the sea on Elba Island. A panoramic restaurant, an outdoor pool, a private beach and parking are are available here.

All Villa Ottone's rooms have free internet, LCD satellite TV and a private bathroom. Some also have a panoramic balcony.

This historic Villa is surrounded by ancient parkland where the main air-conditioned restaurant, the pool, the miniclub and the tennis courts are found. The park even extends down to the hotel's private beach.

Villa Ottone's dining options include the poolside restaurant and grill Ottonella, and a restaurant in the park serving Italian and international cuisine. In July and August, the hotel has a piano bar on the beach.

The Ottone's wellness centre offers a wide variety of beauty treatments. There is also a gym, hammam and relaxation area.

Rooms from $119

Marina Garden Hotel

Rated 9.1 in 522 reviews

Marina Garden Hotel is within a 200 metre radius from a pebbled beach, shops and the harbour in Marciana Marina, on Elba… See more

Marina Garden Hotel is within a 200 metre radius from a pebbled beach, shops and the harbour in Marciana Marina, on Elba Island. Its large garden features a swimming pool and palm trees.

The hotel is surrounded by restaurants and bars. It is 15 km from Portoferraio, where ferries depart for Piombino. Guests enjoy special rates at a partner beach, 600 metres away.

Rooms at Marina Garden Hotel offer satellite TV, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Some also have a balcony. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer.

A breakfast buffet is served in the bright dining room.

Rooms from $142

Resort Capo Bianco

Aparthotel

Rated 9.2 in 83 reviews

Offering a pool overlooking the sea, Resort Capo Bianco is situated on the edge of a cliff in Porto Azzurro. The… See more

Offering a pool overlooking the sea, Resort Capo Bianco is situated on the edge of a cliff in Porto Azzurro. The property has a bar and direct access to Reale Beach 80 metres away.

All of the apartments have a terrace with panoramic sea views. They come with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a TV. The kitchenette is fully equipped and guests can enjoy an outdoor dining area.

The Capo Bianco is immersed in gardens and has many outdoor areas with furniture for relaxing and admiring the scenery.

Capoliveri is 5.5 km from the Resort, while Marina di Campo is 30 minutes’ drive away.

- New à la carte poolside restaurant open for lunch in June, July and September.

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Hotel Plaza

Rated 9.2 in 782 reviews

Set on a cliff on the seafront of Porto Azzurro on Elba Island, Hotel Plaza offers a furnished sun terrace with… See more

Set on a cliff on the seafront of Porto Azzurro on Elba Island, Hotel Plaza offers a furnished sun terrace with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, and free Wi-Fi throughout.

A continental breakfast is served daily and includes pastries and hot and cold beverages. The restaurant specialises in both local and international cuisine, and dishes can be enjoyed in a sea-view room.

The rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a minibar. The private bathroom has free toiletries.

Hotel Plaza's 100m² spa offers various beauty and wellness treatments. It includes a Turkish bath, sauna, and a small heated pool with hydromassage areas. A relaxation area with herbal teas is also available at the spa.

The city centre is 400 metres away, while a bus to/from Porto Ferraio stops next to the property. On-site parking is free and Marina di Campo Airport is a 25-minute drive from the hotel.

Rooms from $127

Hotel Del Golfo

Rated 9.2 in 172 reviews

Hotel del Golfo lies on the white sands of Procchio Bay, and features a private beach with bar, small pier, and… See more

Hotel del Golfo lies on the white sands of Procchio Bay, and features a private beach with bar, small pier, and sea-water swimming pool. Most rooms offer beautiful sea views.

Accommodation is scattered in villas set in the gardens, or in the main building. Rooms are spacious and airy, each provided with free wired internet, air conditioning, and Acqua dell'Elba toiletries. All rooms have a private balcony or patio.

The hotel is surrounded by the beautiful pine woods typical of Elba Island. The restaurant serves top-quality Italian cuisine, along with local specialities and excellent Tuscan wines.

Sports facilities at Del Golfo Hotel include tennis and football courts. Bicycles are available at reception, and during summer there is a mini club for children.

The hotel can organise boat trips, trekking in the surrounding area, visits of the local vineyard, and shopping tours. Parking is free.

Rooms from $209

Hotel Montecristo

Rated 9.1 in 103 reviews

Set on the beachfront at Campo nell'Elba on Elba Island, Hotel Montecristo offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony… See more

Set on the beachfront at Campo nell'Elba on Elba Island, Hotel Montecristo offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony. It features an outdoor pool, fitness centre and small wellness area.

Rooms at the Montecristo come with satellite TV, a safe and marble floors. The private bathroom comes equipped with a hairdryer. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.

A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is provided each morning, and there is also a bar serving beverages. The property's restaurant is also available.

Guests can explore the local area on the property’s free bikes, sunbathe on the terrace or relax in the wellness area with a sauna or a massage.

The property is 400 metres from the centre of the village, and is well placed for diving activities. Elba Airport is a 5-minute drive away.

Rooms from $196

Hotel Hermitage

Rated 8.5 in 75 reviews

Surrounded by the rich vegetation of a Tuscan National Park and set directly on Biodola's stunning sandy bay, Hotel… See more

Surrounded by the rich vegetation of a Tuscan National Park and set directly on Biodola's stunning sandy bay, Hotel Hermitage offers a luxurious range of sports and wellness facilities.

Hotel Hermitage is made up of little villas which overlook the beach and come with patios or balconies. The complex has everything you need for a wonderful stay.

Soak up the sun in one of the hotel's 3 seawater swimming pools, play tennis, volleyball or football, or even practise your swing on the 9-hole golf course.

The Hermitage has its own private jetty, where you can hire boats, go snorkelling or have lessons in the diving school. Mountain bike trails start from close by and if you really want to keep fit the hotel even has a 3km jogging track. For the more relaxed, why not try a pilates class? Children have their own playground, beach area and a mini club.

After all that activity you'll need a rest. Enjoy the hot tub or Turkish bath at the Hermitage's wellness centre, or go all out and book massage and beauty treatments.

Rooms from $352

Hotel Fabricia

Rated 8.8 in 587 reviews

Offering a large garden with a semi-Olympic pool and 2 tennis courts, Hotel Fabricia is directly on the sea on Elba… See more

Offering a large garden with a semi-Olympic pool and 2 tennis courts, Hotel Fabricia is directly on the sea on Elba Island, a 10-minute drive from Portoferraio. It features its own private beach.

The bright rooms at Fabricia Hotel are air conditioned and come with modern furniture. Facilities include a minibar and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Some rooms also feature a balcony.

Served in the garden, breakfast is buffet style and includes fresh cakes and croissants, along with cold cuts and cheese. The hotel’s restaurant specialises in Tuscan cuisine and Italian classics.

Guests have free Wi-Fi access in the public areas and can relax at the poolside bar with gazebo. The property’s extensive grounds also include a bowling green, volleyball court and a children's playground.

Offering free parking, the hotel is a 15-minute drive from Porto Azzurro. Ferries run from Portoferraio Harbour to the italian mainland.

Rooms from $130

Hotel Airone isola d'Elba

Rated 8.7 in 531 reviews

The hotel is set in a tranquil area in front of the Rocca Medicea di Portoferraio. Surrounded by a 30,000 m² garden, it… See more

The hotel is set in a tranquil area in front of the Rocca Medicea di Portoferraio. Surrounded by a 30,000 m² garden, it features a saltwater swimming pool.

The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Airone come with TV, hairdryer and a balcony or patio. The minibar is filled on request.

The Airone Hotel features a bowling green, table tennis and a beach volley court.

The restaurant, immersed in the lush garden, offers table service at lunch and dinner. It specialises in grilled meat, fish and typical dishes.

Portoferraio harbour, with ferry links to the mainland, is 3 km from Airone Hotel.

Rooms from $164

Hotel La Perla Del Golfo

Rated 8.9 in 358 reviews

A 5-minute walk from the beach, Hotel La Perla Del Golfo offers free Wi-Fi and panoramic views of Procchio Bay on Elba… See more

A 5-minute walk from the beach, Hotel La Perla Del Golfo offers free Wi-Fi and panoramic views of Procchio Bay on Elba Island. It features 1 restaurant and a 1 outdoor pool.

Rooms at the Perla Del Golfo Hotel are all air conditioned. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, wooden or tiled floors and elegant furnishings. Some have a sea-view balcony.

The outdoor pool is surrounded by sun terraces with loungers and parasols.

Traditional Tuscan cuisine is served at the main restaurant, where a lunchtime buffet is served al fresco.

Boats to mainland Italy leave from Portoferraio, a 15-minute drive away.

Rooms from $147

Hotel Baia Imperiale

Rated 8.3 in 350 reviews

Set on the south coast of Elba Island, Hotel Baia Imperiale offers a restaurant and a garden. Cavoli's white sandy… See more

Set on the south coast of Elba Island, Hotel Baia Imperiale offers a restaurant and a garden. Cavoli's white sandy beaches are 200 metres away. To access the sea, guests must make a descent of about 200 metres, which becomes a 200 metres uphill walk on the way back to the hotel.

A shuttle service is available for transportation between the hotel and the beach.

All air-conditioned rooms at Baia Imperiale come with a TV and minibar. Each has a private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletry set. Some feature a sea-view balcony.

Continental breakfast is served buffet style with cakes, croissants and cereals. The restaurant serves traditional Tuscan cuisine and features a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean.

At the nearby Bahia private beach, you can hire parasols and sunbeds at a discount. The hotel also offers a free tennis court.

Boats to mainland Italy leave from Portoferraio and Porto Azzurro, both a 30-minute drive away.

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Rooms from $194

Hotel Cernia Isola Botanica

Rated 9.2 in 395 reviews

Just 200 metres from the coast and Capo Sant'Andrea Beach, Hotel Cernia Isola Botanica offers a swimming pool and tennis… See more

Just 200 metres from the coast and Capo Sant'Andrea Beach, Hotel Cernia Isola Botanica offers a swimming pool and tennis court. Immersed in the botanic gardens, it also features a wine bar and snack bar.

All uniquely decorated, rooms at Cernia Isola Botanica comes with garden or sea view, plus free WiFi, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and minibar. Some are located on the first floor with views of the garden or sea.

At the wine bar Guest can taste a large choice of local and natural wines. In the evening it offers a chees platters, cold cuts platters, smoked fish carpaccio, shellfish tartare or different kind of salads. A sweet and savoury breakfast is offered daily and includes hot drinks, homemade jam and cakes.

The Cernia Hotel has 2 gardens, one of which has a view of the Capo Sant'Andrea Bay. Portoferraio for connections to Piombino is 30 km away. Marina di Campo Airport is 20 km from the property.

Rooms from $130

Hotel Acquamarina

Rated 9.2 in 699 reviews

On top of Portoferraio's coast, Hotel Acquamarina offers views over the Gulf of Padulella and direct access to the beach… See more

On top of Portoferraio's coast, Hotel Acquamarina offers views over the Gulf of Padulella and direct access to the beach below. Free private parking is available here.

The Acquamarina hotel features air-conditioned rooms with minibar and satellite TV. Some have a balcony or terrace overlooking the sea.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning in the hotel's dining room with sea view.

The Acquamarina is set in one of Portoferraio's quiet residential areas. The historic city centre is just a few minutes' walk away.

Rooms from $141

B&B Il Casale di Monserrato

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.5 in 127 reviews

Located in Porto Azzurro in the Elba region with Spiaggia di Barbarossa nearby, B&B Il Casale di Monserrato provides… See more

Located in Porto Azzurro in the Elba region with Spiaggia di Barbarossa nearby, B&B Il Casale di Monserrato provides accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The property features garden views and is 17 km from Villa San Martino and 34 km from Cabinovia Monte Capanne. The bed and breakfast offers an open-air bath and luggage storage space.

The units at the bed and breakfast feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony. The units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV.

If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and the bed and breakfast can arrange a car rental service.

Rooms from $242

Baia Bianca Suites

Resort

Rated 9.5 in 77 reviews

Baia Bianca Suites is set right on Biodola Beach which, at 600 metres long, is one of the largest on Elba Island. It is… See more

Baia Bianca Suites is set right on Biodola Beach which, at 600 metres long, is one of the largest on Elba Island. It is set at the foot of Monte Capanne and overlooks the cliffs of Portoferraio. Wi-Fi is free throughout.

Suites and rooms are set in a green park, just a few steps from the sandy beach and crystal clear waters of Biodola.

The accommodation has a furnished balcony or patio with sea view, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Free parking is provided on site and the property is just 10 minutes' drive from the harbour of Portoferraio.

Rooms from $208