A steady stream of hotel development projects is currently underway across Italy, reflecting continued investor confidence in one of Europe’s leading tourism destinations. New-build hotels, refurbishment projects, property conversions, and resort redevelopments are progressing in various regions of the country, highlighting the diversity of opportunities within the Italian hospitality market.

For hotel suppliers, investors, and industry professionals, these developments provide valuable insight into where construction and investment activity is taking place. Among the projects currently listed in the THP (The Hotel Projects) database are the following:

Marina di Ventimiglia

Located in Ventimiglia, the Marina di Ventimiglia project is scheduled to open in 2029. The development will comprise a new five-star hotel with 70 guestrooms. Currently in the planning stage, the project is being developed by One Works and Marina Development Corporation.

Baccarat Villa Camerata Florence

Expected to open in the first quarter of 2027, Baccarat Villa Camerata Florence will transform a historic property into a luxury five-star hotel in Florence. The project will feature 75 guestrooms and is currently under construction. The development is being led by Omnam Group and will operate under the Baccarat Hotels & Resorts brand in partnership with Starwood Hotels.

The Rocco Forte Hotels Naples

In Naples, The Rocco Forte Hotels Naples is planned as a five-star conversion project with 46 guestrooms. Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2027, the development is currently in the planning phase and will become part of The Rocco Forte Collection portfolio.

Calampiso Resort

Situated in Sicily, Calampiso Resort is undergoing a major refurbishment and redevelopment program. The five-star resort will offer 257 guestrooms and is expected to reopen in 2029. The project is currently in the pre-planning stage and is being developed by CASTELLO SGR S.p.A.

Hotel Investment Pipeline Continues to Expand

Hotel development activity in Italy spans every stage of the project lifecycle, from early planning and feasibility studies to active construction and pre-opening preparations. The projects highlighted above represent only a small portion of the country’s broader hospitality development pipeline.

As additional hotels move toward completion, these investments are expected to strengthen Italy’s tourism infrastructure, expand accommodation capacity, and create new opportunities for both domestic and international visitors. For hospitality professionals, suppliers, and investors, ongoing monitoring of hotel development projects provides valuable insight into emerging market trends and future growth opportunities across the Italian tourism sector.