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Hotel Il Pellicano

Monte Argentario • Porto Ercole • OVER THE TOP

avg. $1,625 / night

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Free breakfast

Breakfast-included rate options available

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Complimentary room upgrades (subject to property availability)

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Part of Leading Hotels of the World

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At a glance

A clifftop retreat above Porto Ercole with terracotta villas, curated interiors, and views across the Tyrrhenian.

Best for: Collectors and aesthetes seeking Tuscan coastal privacy

Highlights:

  • Clifftop villas absorbed into macchia landscape since 1960s
  • Rooms with terracotta floors, timber beams, ornithological-print wardrobes
  • Restaurant terrace with candy-striped awnings overlooking Tyrrhenian Sea
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PB hotel design editorial

A love story built a hotel. When American socialite Patsy Daszel and her partner Michael Graham found a clifftop plot above Porto Ercole on Monte Argentario in the late 1960s, they intended it as a private retreat; Il Pellicano became a hotel almost by accident, as friends insisted on paying to stay. That origin story — private fantasy made semi-public — has never quite left the property, and explains why its terracotta-roofed villas, scattered across the macchia-covered hillside above the Tyrrhenian, carry the atmosphere of a wealthy acquaintance's summer house rather than a managed resort. The aerial view confirms what the interiors suggest: buildings absorbed into landscape, the pool terrace stepping down toward the sea in rough-cut local stone, Argentario's headlands dissolving into the distance beyond a line of white umbrellas. Inside, the rooms hold to a palette that feels assembled rather than designed — herringbone and brick-pattern terracotta floors worn to a warm finish, exposed dark timber ceiling beams, four-poster beds dressed in chartreuse or sage, wardrobe panels printed with ornithological illustrations borrowed from natural history archives. A brass-framed glass console, a black ceramic lamp, a potted topiary on the sill: the effect is closer to a curated private collection than to hotel furnishing. On the restaurant terrace, candy-striped awnings billow above iron bistro chairs painted racing green, bougainvillea crowding the rail — a scene unchanged, in spirit at least, since the Agnelli set first made this stretch of Maremma coast their own.

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About

The elegant five-star hotel, located in Tuscany's Maremma region, was built in the mid-1960s as a love nest for Michael and Patricia Graham and it is today part of The Leading Hotels of the World. The home, called Il Pellicano as a tribute to the first time the couple met at Pelican Point in California, was initially a club for the Grahams' friends, but was subsequently expanded and opened to friends of friends. However, a few things remained the same: the pleasure of feeling at home and the glamorous and slightly retro atmosphere. The hotel's discrete luxury and the still-rugged Tuscan countryside attract the international jet set. Today, the cottages and the central building are suspended between the sky and the sea, with large rooms, windows and terraces where it's unclear where the indoors end and the outdoors begin. There are pathways and stairways, fragrant gardens and discrete corners, a restaurant with one Michelin stars and three Gambero Rosso forks, a heated sea-water swimming pool, a spa with a sea view to soothe both the body and the soul, and for those wanting to take a dip in the Tyrrhenian Sea, a white platform with chaise longue and immaculate parasols.

Amenities

Internet

Free Internet

Free Parking

Free Wifi

Beachfront

Dry cleaning

Non-smoking rooms

Tennis court

Pool

Suites

Hotel Il Pellicano Reviews

566 reviews

"Suite A1 was comfortable, beautiful and designed with smarts and savvy. Mary Louise has talent that sets her apart from all other professional designers. The staff were warm, welcoming, professional, gracious and always available amd eager to assist in every way. We were given house made iced tea and an employee-guided tour of the property before we were introduced to our wonderful rooms. I was never lost and looking for anything, as there was a knowledgeable and gracious employee wherever we were for the entirety of our stay. The bathrooms were incredible, outfitted with double sinks, dual shower heads, perfect water pressure, a luxurious bath tub, plenty of towels and toiletries. There is not much to do or see in Porto Ercole other than a pharmacy, so rent a car in advance of your stay unless you are limited to 3-4 days at Il Pellicano. You won’t want to leave the spectacular landscaping, beautiful pool and beach club and staff that feels like family from the start anyway, and you won’t find a cleaner and better maintained property on earth. The housekeeping is thorough and consistent, and the hotel closes for routine property maintenance and upgrades during off season months. We never saw a dust bunny or leaf floating in the pool, no fresh flowers wilting and never a scrap of litter anywhere at any time. The al fresco dining at Pelligrill is refined and beautiful. The crystal is spotless and the house made sorbet is the best I have ever had. The lobby’s floors are clean and uncrowded with comfortable furnishing and a flood of fresh and fabulous daylight. Awnings protect from overheating and the decor is rustic and lush. Tile floors keep it cool and the welcome you will receive upon your arrival will warm your heart. The prices are high but the experience was well worth it. You will not worry about finding a chair by the pool for sunning and you will never hear other guests or staff members being loud. Areas are never crowded even at the most popular times of day and night, you can enjoy delicious snacks by the pool with a server at your beck and call and if you want to dress up, the staff will happily make a reservation for you at the Michelin starred restaurant. You will not hear, “sorry but it is fully booked,” or “that isn’t possible,” even once for any request you may have. But be reasonable. The beauty of the area is its quiet, natural and under developed Do not expect the on demand provisions you will receive in Manhattan. There is no door dash, and there are no apple stores or dance clubs in Porto Ercole. If you don’t arrive with clothes, there is an amazing boutique, but there is no on or off property Target to buy underwear and you cannot request and receive a rental car on the same day. But you cannot question why you pay high prices and book early when you are at Il Pellicano. There are many reasons why it consistently ranks high on the World’s Top 50 Hotels."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 15, 2026

"One of the best hotels in the world."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 15, 2026

"This hotel is the best in the world, you should try to see how nice are the people that work in that!! Highly suggest!!!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 14, 2026

"A beautiful resort and a true special treat. The grounds are lovely, rooms well appointed and staff delightful. The food is very good although on meatless Monday limited choices for people who dont eat fish. Lots of billing mistakes so double check. Either way, we loved the experience and highly recommend."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 20, 2026

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