With exquisite properties across Europe, Rocco Forte Hotels is ready to welcome summer travelers with refined luxury and fresh experiences. Below are highlights of what guests can expect from this celebrated hotel collection.
© The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel
The Balmoral
Located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, The Balmoral offers sweeping views of the city and easy access to Scotland’s dramatic landscapes. This summer the hotel unveiled a bespoke four-day program that showcases the country by land, loch and sky. The curated itinerary includes a visit to Glamis Castle, a luxury yacht excursion on Loch Lomond, a private royal tour of Edinburgh, and a helicopter transfer to the Isle of Skye—designed for travelers who want an immersive, once-in-a-lifetime Scottish experience.
© The Charles Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel
The Charles Hotel
In Munich, The Charles Hotel blends contemporary design with warm Bavarian hospitality. This season, guests can join a culinary walking tour led by head concierge Lena Speckmeyer, one of Germany’s few female concierges, to discover the city’s best food spots and insider tips to avoid tourist traps. Highlights include sampling leberkässemmel at the legendary Franziskaner restaurant, browsing the Viktualienmarkt, enjoying a pint at Giesinger Bräu and savoring pastries at Café Frischhut. Additionally, Zuma—the international luxury restaurant group—has announced an exclusive summer residency at The Charles, presenting an izakaya-inspired dining experience for a refined evening out.
© Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Villa Igiea
Set on a headland overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Villa Igiea in Palermo combines Art Nouveau elegance with coastal serenity. Guests can wander the villa’s manicured gardens and admire period interiors while taking in panoramic sea views. This summer the hotel offers direct sailing excursions from its private pier, giving visitors an effortless way to explore Palermo’s coastline and nearby islands by boat.
© Hotel de la Ville, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Hotel de la Ville
Overlooking Rome from spacious private terraces, Hotel de la Ville offers 89 guestrooms and 15 suites with classic Roman charm and modern comforts. New this season is the “Hurry Up, Marcello!” itinerary, a cinematic tour inspired by Marcello Mastroianni and the spirit of 1960s La Dolce Vita. Guests travel the Eternal City in a vintage Fiat 500, accompanied by a driver who points out iconic Fellini filming locations, creating a glamorous evening of nostalgia and culture.
© Masseria Torre Maizza, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Masseria Torre Maizza
In Puglia, Masseria Torre Maizza is surrounded by ancient olive groves, lush gardens and views of the Adriatic. This summer the property hosts a series of cultural and musical events that bring together Italy’s leading artistic figures. Proceeds support Save The Olives, a conservation initiative championed by actress and philanthropist Helen Mirren, focused on protecting Puglia’s historic olive trees. Programming ranges from piano recitals and evening concerts to informal jam sessions and collaborations tied to the Bari In Jazz festival.
Across its European properties, Rocco Forte Hotels continues to combine locally inspired programming with attentive service and elegant design, offering travelers memorable seasonal experiences that celebrate the best of each destination.