Elite Traveler July-August 2018

Historic Step back in time with a night in one of these incredible suites, featuring impeccable decor, manicured gardens and perfectly maintained interiors by Kristen Shirley

OJETTI SUITE IL SALVIATINO, FIESOLE, ITALY

Just 15 minutes from Florence, you can have a relaxing Tuscan vacation at Il Salviatino, set among the lush hills of the estate’s 12.5-acre private garden. Built in the 15th century as a noble Florentine family’s villa, the hotel has landscaped grounds that feature formal gardens, pools and truffle hunting, allowing you to enjoy the best of the region while keeping the iconic Duomo’s silhouette in view. Many secrets lie throughout the resort, waiting to be discovered, from old pathways to fabulous frescoes and mosaics to an uncovered stained-glass masterpiece, visible through a glass floor in the Ojetti Suite —named for Ugo Ojetti, a poet and art critic who owned the villa in the early 1900s. From$2,000 per night. Contact SilviaManganaro, director of sales, reservations@salviatino.com, +39 055 904 1111, salviatino.com

NI J INSKY SUITE HOTEL DE RUSSIE, A ROCCO FORTE HOTEL, ROME In the heart of the Eternal City, near the iconic Spanish Steps, Hotel de Russie has graciously welcomed guests since 1901. It takes its name for the Russian nobility and ballet dancers who stayed at the hotel in its early days on pilgrimages to Rome. Designed by Giuseppe Valadier in the 19th century, its classical architecture and central location hide a 30,000-acre secret garden — a true urban oasis. The Nijinsky Suite, named after the Russian dancer, has a green-and-yellow decor that evokes sunny Roman days spent in its verdant gardens, or on your 2,572-sq-ft terrace. It calls for al fresco lunches at its teak tables, or an Aperol Spritz in a scene-stealing, curled green chair. From $37,00 per night. Contact Giuseppe Ostili, rooms and division manager, gostili@roccofortehotels.com, +39 062 388 81, roccofortehotels.com

PRINCESS GRACE SUITE HÔTEL DE PARIS MONTE CARLO, MONACO Fittingly set in the hotel that hosted the wedding reception of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, the newly opened Princess Grace Suite honors her lasting legacy. Hôtel de Paris worked closely with the royal family to procure photographs, poems, sketches and memorabilia that were dear to the princess, so her presence can be felt throughout the suite. At 9,797 sq ft, nearly half of which is outside so you can enjoy the balmy weather, it’s truly fit for royalty. The two-story suite has outdoor terraces with views of the palace and the Riviera, which were landscaped with roses cultivated for her. With outdoor dining, a Jacuzzi, infinity pool and lounges, it’s sublime. The interior decor is elegantly appointed, with agate panels, mother-of-pearl and ultrafeminine furniture. From $37,000 per night. Contact Floreana Rubega, customer relationship manager, f.rubega@sbm.mc, +377 980 641 51, hoteldeparismontecarlo.com

Photos www.antoniopistillo.com, Hotel Photography, Daniel Herendi, Jack Hardy, VRX Studios