Travel + Leisure
One of the Best New Hotels of the Year Is a Stunning Seaside Escape Along Italy’s Tuscan Coast.
LA ROQQA, a newcomer on Italy’s coast, has become a destination with a chic, cinematic feel for those in-the-know travelers.
Perched above a string of pastel buildings, terracotta rooftops, and bobbing boats in Porto Ercole’s harbor, LA ROQQA is one of those rare hotels that manages to feel both freshly imagined and entirely rooted in its surroundings. It’s a place where the pace slows, the air smells faintly of salt and citrus, and the days unfold somewhere between indulgence and ease.
“Rooms feel thoughtfully composed rather than overly styled — a welcome departure from overly thematic resorts. There’s a sense of restraint here, one that allows the setting to take center stage.”
Travel + Leisure 2025
The rooms, food & drinks
Rooms and suites are bright and uncluttered, many with private terraces overlooking either the harbor or the surrounding greenery. Materials are simple but elevated — linen, stone, wood — creating a calm and tactile atmosphere.
LA ROQQA’s rooftop restaurant, Scirocco, is the setting for some of the most memorable moments of a stay. The menu leans into Mediterranean flavors with a contemporary twist, while the panoramic views stretch across the harbor and out to sea.
Down below, a more relaxed beachside offering provides casual lunches and drinks, with a focus on fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients. It’s easy to move between long lunches and sunset cocktails, the day naturally unfolding around food and conversation.
Activities & experiences
Guests can spend their days between the hotel and its nearby beach club, Isolotto — a curated seaside experience with loungers, umbrellas, and crystal-clear water. A shuttle service connects the two, making transitions seamless.
Beyond the property, Porto Ercole and the surrounding Argentario coastline offer opportunities for exploration: boat trips, hidden coves, hiking trails, and historic sites.
Whether active or entirely relaxed, the experience feels fluid — guided more by mood than itinerary.
