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Hotel Il Pellicano — Exterior, Porto Ercole

The EMPTYJET Dossier · 5 Stars

Hotel Il Pellicano

Porto Ercole, Italy

Hotel Il Pellicano in Porto Ercole, Italy, is distinguished by its Michelin-starred Ristorante Il Pellicano and Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating. The hotel offers 47 rooms and suites, some with private pools, set on a cove with private beach access. It ranks 26th on the World's 50 Best Hotels list, combining Tuscan tradition with refined coastal luxury.

EMPTYJET 5-Star

EMPTYJET grade · conferred 2026

One of 777 starred hotels on Earth · one of 77 at five stars and above

8.93/ 10 · FirstSuites Score

80.6/100 · EMPTYJET Consensus

1 MICHELIN KeyHotel distinction
Forbes Five-StarForbes Travel Guide
World's 50 Best Hotels — No. 26Among the world's finest
MICHELIN 1-StarOn-property dining
La Liste — 99/100Global excellence index
Condé Nast — Gold ListReader distinction
VirtuosoAdvisor network
Amex Fine Hotels + ResortsCard travel programme

“Hotel Il Pellicano is a destination for those who value heritage, discretion, and a sense of place.”

The EMPTYJET dossier

Overview

Hotel Il Pellicano is a celebrated retreat on the Tuscan coast, set above a secluded cove in Porto Ercole, Monte Argentario. Since its founding in 1965, the property has become synonymous with discreet glamour, drawing guests with its blend of Italian charm, refined hospitality, and a setting of rare natural beauty. The hotel comprises 47 rooms and suites, many with sweeping sea views and private terraces, and offers direct access to a private beach. Culinary excellence is a hallmark, with a Michelin-starred restaurant and a wine cellar of notable depth. Leisure facilities include a spa, tennis court, and a range of sea and wellness activities, all overseen by a team renowned for attentive service. Hotel Il Pellicano is consistently recognised among the world’s finest hotels, earning accolades from Forbes Travel Guide, The World's 50 Best Hotels, and the MICHELIN Guide.

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Why this grade

Hotel Il Pellicano is one of 49 five-star houses on Earth, among just 777 starred hotels, and occupies seat 21 of 49. The grade is supported by public recognitions: Forbes Travel Guide — Five-Star, rank 26 on The World's 50 Best Hotels list, and a One MICHELIN Key in the MICHELIN Guide; its restaurant, Ristorante Il Pellicano, carries a MICHELIN star. These awards and consistent guest acclaim underpin the hotel's placement among the guide's five-star houses.

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Service & reputation

Hotel Il Pellicano is recognised for its attentive and polished service, as reflected in its Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award [F4]. These accolades underscore the hotel’s reputation for delivering a consistently high standard of hospitality.

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The EMPTYJET verdict

Hotel Il Pellicano is a destination for those who value heritage, discretion, and a sense of place. Its combination of storied history, acclaimed dining, and a privileged coastal setting appeals to travellers seeking refined leisure and understated glamour. The property’s international accolades, from Forbes Five-Star to a place among The World's 50 Best Hotels, confirm its standing among the world’s most desirable retreats. With only 47 rooms and suites, many with private terraces or pools, and a guest policy welcoming children aged 8 and above, Il Pellicano is suited to couples, families with older children, and connoisseurs of Italian hospitality. The breadth of facilities—from a Michelin-starred restaurant to a spa and private beach—ensures a stay that is both restorative and memorable.

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At a glance

Location
Porto Ercole, Italy
Hotel type
Beach
Opened / renovated
1965
Official rating
5-star (google_maps)Government / industry classification — distinct from the EMPTYJET grade.

EMPTYJET Consensus

80.6 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

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EMPTYJET grade — conferred 2026Assembled from 3 sources