Where to stay in Le Marche

Wondering where to stay in Le Marche? Well here is our guide to help you decide

Hidden away in a rare and remote corner of Italy and sandwiched between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea below, lies a region that has yet to be discovered by mass tourism, with stunning coastline & beautiful countryside it is difficult to understand why.

Inland, Le Marche is dotted with medieval towns set in some of the most stunning scenery, all with the stunning backdrop of the Adriatic coast in the distance. where you will find numerous long and unpopulated sandy beaches. It is such varied part of the central belt of Italy from its northern base with the cultural centre of Urbino towered over by the Apennine mountains to its southern reach and the elegant Renaissance town of Ascoli Piceno.

1. Macerata - an elegant capital on an imposing hillside with a stunning backdrop of the Monte Sibillini, this cosmopolitan and lively town offers n plethora of beautiful squares, medieval town houses in its historic centre with a great range of shops and festivals to enjoy. A truly great place to relax, unwind, wine & dine in one of the many square's restaurants and cafes after a day of exploring the rest of region. For contemporary art lovers the Musei Civici di Palazzo Buonaccorsi should be a must-see part of your trip.

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2. Urbino - the real gem of Le Marche and one of the best preserved and most attractive hill top towns in Italy, awash with magnificent stone houses and villas peppered along the steep streets of the city. Its celebrated Palazzo Ducale is world famous and puts it culturally on the map as once one of the most prestigious courts in Europe. The town is almost like an exceptionally preserved museum piece but because of its university has a real energic and lively feel. Once you have enjoyed visiting all its arts and treasures, in this town you can relax and enjoy its almost bohemian nightlife with some lovely bars and restaurants found in its centre.

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3. Fano - a fairly well-known beach resort along the Adriatic coast and stands out within the region of Le Marche boasting splendid beaches and a far-reaching coastline. With a modern, sheltered and sandy Lido at its beginning stretching down a long and more pebbly section where bathing is free to further south towards Torette and Marotta the more private end of the resort. The place itself is quite charming with a little fishing port and quaint historical centre to meander through.

4. Ascoli Piceno - This originally tribal "Piceno" town owes its popularity mainly to its medieval heritage and definitely fights with Urbino for its popularity. The Piazza del Popolo and its grand Palazzo in its heart are enchanting with a truly gothic feel. However, probably its main centre of activity is the Via del Trivio, a pretty neighbourhood and also the spot where you will find most of the towns surviving towers on the side of the cliffs with imposing views down to the river Tronto. History and tradition abound in this city and in particular its festival Quintana which is a medieval pageant held on the first Sunday in August where you can enjoy watching the locals joust in traditional costume.

5. Senigallia - A real family orientated resort and is best known for its "velvet beach" Spiaggia di Veluto and thus giving this resort a reputation for the best of the Lidos on the Le Marche coastline. Also popular to visit on this area of the coast is the Rocco Roveresca, an imposing 13th Century Castle which sits behind the Foro Annonario semi-circular marketing place.

6. San Benedetto Del Tronto - referred to as the "Riviera delle Palme" with an estimated 5,000 palm trees bringing cooling shade to its attractive promenade and therefore perhaps one of Le Marches most elaborate seaside resorts. The main appeal of this town is the wonderful 6km of white sandy beach, a perfectly idyllic setting for a family day out and a welcome swim in the turquoise blue azure of Adriatic coast. There's more of a family friendly vibe than most of its neighbours along the coastline, whereas others resorts tend to be more suitable for those looking for art & culture, this town has an plenty of entertainment and highly delightful nightlife. One of the most appealing aspects of this town is its beautiful bike paths where you can gently cycle for endless miles along the palm lined streets and adjacent to the wonderful sea-front.

Why visit Le Marche?

As a holiday destination, Marche is a gem of a region with its own low-cost airport, offering most of the highlights of its nearest and most popular neighbours without the tourists. Beautiful countryside, impressive towns and a great coastline with 80km of spectacular coves and beaches, Marche harbours 26 resorts; from the picturesque views offered by Sirolo and Numana to the wonderful seafronts of Porto s. Georgio and Civitanova Marche, there are endless sandy or pebbly shores and natural bays along the rocky coast making this region worth exploring.

It's also immersed in Renaissance history, art and architecture and also an ideal location for lovers of this period, so you won't be short of things to see and visit! The regions elegant towns Macerata and Urbino are abound with Renaissance palaces, fortresses, beautiful squares and medieval houses. They offer lively historic centres, a broad range of shops and festivals. In the centre around Macerata, you will find the Sibillini mountains, an outstanding backdrop to the rolling countryside - it is hard to describe the beauty of the landscape with the green valley below and the towering peaks covered in snow.

For the more active, this area is great for walking and outdoor activities, especially in the central Sibillini mountain area, where you can even ski in the winter months. However, there's nothing wrong with making most of a pool and stunning backdrop and simply relaxing and immersing yourself in traditional rural Italian lifestyle! This is the area to find some absolutely wonderful renovated farmhouses with pools. Most are surrounded by beautiful countryside with views and are family-friendly. There are also some great villas easily within reach of the beautiful coastline - villas by the sea.

For couples, there are some lovely properties converted into smaller apartments with shared pools. We highly recommend villas in Le Marche with private pools to families looking to visit Italy without breaking the bank. Many of our luxury villas are situated in the beautiful hills of Le Marche, making them great locations if you love hiking or walking. After a great day exploring the mountains you can then relax next to your private pool.

Le Marche has been almost unknown to tourists until the last few years and makes the perfect getaway for a truly relaxing holiday. With a number of luxury villas to choose from in this region, you could be enjoying the sun and sitting by your private pool in no time. If you are looking for a peaceful holiday, welcoming atmosphere and your own slice of Italy, then Le Marche hits the spot.