Dua Lipa may be one of the few celebrities whose travel habits genuinely inspire envy. Not because she's famous, but because she appears to have mastered the art of traveling well.
Reading, relaxing, eating exceptionally good food, drinking even better wine, and hopping between some of the world's most beautiful destinations has long been her trademark. And now, she's doing it alongside her newlywed husband, Callum Turner.
Since the couple's headline-making wedding in Sicily earlier this month, the pair have been not-so-quietly making their way around Italy, checking into some of the country's most coveted hotels. For someone who routinely crosses multiple continents in a week, they've so far resisted the temptation to country-hop, instead turning their honeymoon into one impossibly chic Italian road trip.
We've mapped every stop along the way. So if you're looking to recreate an Italian honeymoon in full Lipa glamour, consider this your guide.
The luxury hotels Dua Lipa checked into on her Italian honeymoon road trip
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Palermo, Sicily
Villa IgieaBefore the honeymoon properly got underway, Villa Igiea played host to the wedding celebrations, with Lipa, Turner, and their family reportedly checking into Villa Igiea for the weekend nuptials. The Rocco Forte hotel overlooks the Gulf of Palermo, and was originally built as a private villa in the late 19th century, before being meticulously restored by Olga Polizzi. The hotel’s decor now combines that pairs its Belle Époque heritage with indulgences for the perfect Sicilian break, whether it's the palm-fringed pool, the Irene Forte Spa, or evening dinners on the terrace.
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Taormina, Sicily
San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons HotelWhether Lipa booked it because of The White Lotus or not, anyone who's watched the show's Sicilian season will instantly recognise San Domenico Palace. The Four Seasons hotel became one of television's most memorable settings, with its infinity pool, sweeping Ionian Sea views, and historic cloisters stealing almost as many scenes as the cast. Once a 14th-century Dominican convent, the Four Seasons property is now one of Sicily's most coveted addresses, complete with the Michelin-starred Principe Cerami restaurant, cocktails at Bar & Chiostro overlooking the ancient cloisters, and lush cliffside gardens.
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Tropea, Calabria
Villa PaolaIt's clear that the singer has a type when booking a hotel. Crossing from Sicily to the mainland, the singer headed for Italy's Tyrrhenian coast, where she was reportedly spotted checking into yet another former convent turned boutique hideaway. Dating back to the 16th century, Villa Paola has retained many of its original cloisters and vaulted interiors, while a minimalist contemporary design brings the historic spaces into the present day. Outside, terraced gardens, an infinity pool, and sweeping views across the Tyrrhenian Sea towards the Aeolian Islands are the main attraction, before sunset aperitivi and dinner at De' Minimi, where chef Giulio Ierace puts Calabria's seasonal produce centre stage.
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Bernalda, Basilicata
Palazzo MargheritaFrom one iconic TV moment to a cinematic other. In the quiet hill town of Bernalda, Lipa and Turner checked into Palazzo Margherita, the 19th-century palazzo restored by acclaimed filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, whose grandfather emigrated from the town to the United States. The intimate nine-suite retreat features hand-painted ceilings, antique furnishings, and a secluded garden complete with a pool and citrus trees. Evenings here revolve around long, leisurely dinners showcasing Basilicata's produce, while the hotel's vintage Cinquecento is available for guests wanting to explore the surrounding countryside.
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Amalfi Coast
Villa TrevilleFor a stretch of coastline that has no shortage of glamorous hotels, Villa Treville remains one of its best-kept secrets. Perched on the cliffs between Positano and Praiano, Villa Treville is one of the Amalfi Coast's most exclusive addresses. Just 16 suites are scattered among fragrant Mediterranean gardens overlooking the sea, while a lift carved into the rock leads guests to the hotel's private beach club. And making the most of the view, Maestro's Restaurant celebrates the flavors of Campania with a menu that changes alongside the day's catch and the season's produce.
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Matera, Basilicata
Palazzo GattiniWhile there have been no public reports confirming where Dua stayed in Matera, the panoramic views shared on Instagram appear to point towards Palazzo Gattini, one of the city's most in-demand hotels overlooking the ancient Sassi. Set within an 18th-century palazzo at the heart of the UNESCO-listed cave city, the rooftop terrace offers one of Matera's finest vantage points, while the subterranean spa is carved directly into the limestone beneath the hotel.
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Rome
Hotel LocarnoWhile the hotel itself was never publicly confirmed, Lipa’s Instagram posts didn't leave much room for mystery. The painterly floral walls and unmistakable Art Nouveau interiors pointed squarely towards Hotel Locarno, the century-old Roman institution tucked between Piazza del Popolo and the Tiber. Family-owned since the 1960s, the hotel has long been a favorite of artists, filmmakers, and fashion insiders, thanks to its eclectic, vintage-filled interiors and atmosphere. The rooftop terrace offers sweeping views across Rome's skyline, while Locarno Bar and the garden courtyard remain two of the city's most enduring aperitivo spots.
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Ladispoli, Lazio
La Posta Vecchia HotelJust outside Rome, La Posta Vecchia has been welcoming everyone from aristocrats to Hollywood royalty since opening as a hotel in the 1960s. Once the seaside home of J. Paul Getty, the Renaissance villa now houses museum-worthy Roman artefacts, frescoed ceilings, and just 21 individually designed rooms overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. The real showstopper, however, is the all-marble bathtub in the Getty Suite - so esteemed that hotel owner Marie-Louise Sciò once told Elite Traveler it was among her favorites anywhere in the world.
