La Posta Vecchia Hotel Italy
La Posta Vecchia Hotel
Palo Laziale, 00055 Palo Laziale (RM),
Italy
www.postavecchiahotel.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Pellicano Hotels
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
1991
Resort Manager
Giulia Bargagli
Hotel Positioning
5 – star Luxury (LHW)
La Posta Vecchia Hotel
History & Story
La Posta Vecchia is a unique witness to Italian history. A seaside loved by Roman imperators, a Renaissance palazzo for the noble Orsini family and home to the billionaire J. P. Getty, who filled it with Italian art treasures. glorious 17th Century tapestry, dignified marble busts of Roman emperors Flavio Vespasiano and Agrippa, and an antiquarian map by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, welcome the guest at La Posta Vecchia. This is a taste of the magnificent furnishings that adorn every wall and room of La Posta Vecchia, a collection made by Getty with his art historian Federico Zeri. Finally, Roberto Sciò found La Posta Vecchia irresistible and in 1980 made it his family home. Today, her daughter Marie-Louise, CEO and Creative Director of Pellicano Hotels Group with an architectural background, nurtures the hotel with a very special care and dynamism.
Date Renewal
2025-2026 à the Renaissance palazzo of La Posta Vecchia completes the final phase of its redesign with the debut of four newly reimagined suites. All the rooms and suites have been restored. Rich textiles and bespoke details subtly elevate its historic charm with a renewed sense of comfort. Beneath the palazzo, the remarkable Roman archaeological museum has also been enhanced with new illumination, allowing guests to fully appreciate the extraordinary ancient artefacts discovered by Jean Paul Getty on the property. La Posta Vecchia is also enriching its beach club offerings, with access to the recently expanded Marina di San Nicola beach.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
• Built upon the remains of a Roman villa from the II century b.c.
• Close to Rome city center and Fiumicino airport, overlooking the sea
• Owned by J. Paul Getty where he lived with his family
Location
ROMAN MUSEUM
Restoration reveals Roman ruins During Getty’s restoration of La Posta Vecchia, a Roman villa dating back to the 2nd century BC was revealed. First in the gardens, where the ruins remain open to nature and our guests, then beneath the Renaissance foundations. The Archaeological Authority carried out excavation work, discovering ancient walls, colourful mosaics, African and Greek marble as well as an array of plate, amphorae and ampules. Today the guests have a private view of these valuable discoveries in La Posta Vecchia’s museum on the lower ground floor.
Key sites/activities in the area
• Horseback Riding
• Golf
• Water Sports
• Excursions
• Helicopter tour
HOTEL FEATURES
Accomodation
• Getty Suite
The Getty Suite is a magnificent room with sea view and is one of our two master suites. It boasts antique furnishings, rich tapestries on the walls and plush carpets on the floors. The bathroom is designed with a Renaissance theme, featuring antique mirrors, lantern lights, and ornate copper taps, all refitted to preserve the charming atmosphere of the past.
• Medici Suite
The Medici Suite, located in the wing where Getty and his mistress once lived, combines history, art and luxury. The room features antiques alongside fresh design elements that harmoniously complement these rich furnishings. Two marble staircases encase the luxurious bathroom, which boasts a deep pink bathtub and a lavish ornate mirror that reflects the beauty of the space.
• Castello Suite
The Castello Suite is a tranquil and romantic getaway, featuring a blend of pastel colours and textured, charming, and character-filled interiors. Spacious living areas in soft pink tones offer a relaxing retreat, while a luxurious bathroom finished with marble transports guests to a bygone era of opulence. This enchanting space will leave you feeling as though you have travelled back in time.
• Red Suite
The Red Suite is adorned with vibrant red accents, including plush armchairs and elegant curtains, adding colour and texture to the interiors. The space features traditional wood beams, antique furnishings, and carefully selected works of art, as well as beautiful bathroom mirrors. Overlooking the property picturesque Italian-style gardens, this room is both intimate and spacious, making it one of our most private and secluded accommodations.
• Olive Suite
The Olive Suite stuns guests with its breath-taking views and centuries-old history. The vibrant fabrics, a beautifully tiled bathroom, and unique features such as decorative sculptures add a wealth of character. Modern amenities bring a touch of contemporary luxury to the entire space. The design is understated and there is a deceptive simplicity to the interiors that will make you fall in love with this one- of-a-kind room.
• Colonna Suite
The Colonna Suite is a sophisticated abode with a sea view. It seamlessly blends its historical elements, such as exposed wood ceilings and beautiful antique furnishings, with modern touches. The serene interiors showcase impeccable taste and then surprise with a stunning bathroom that will linger in your memory long after your stay.
• Tower Suites 3
The three Tower Suites on the top floor of the palazzo – accessible by stairs only – boast natural light and ample space, blending classic charm with modern comfort. The spacious living areas are ideal for relaxing and reading, while the velvet-draped beds guarantee a peaceful night sleep. The suites showcase Getty collection, featuring fine artworks, and plush cushions in custom-made fabrics.
Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 21 (9 suites and 12 rooms)
• Superior Rooms 11
The Superior Rooms offer stunning views of either the lush gardens or the sparkling blue sea. They showcase a regal interior design with antique furnishings, such as wooden chests of drawers and substantial writing desks, combined with rich textiles and modern amenities. These grand, high-ceilinged spaces seamlessly blend history with a sense of place, creating beautifully composed environments.
Restaurants & Bars
• Ristorante Da Aurelio
In addition to our focus on the local territory, we celebrate the rich diversity of Italian cuisine by offering a carefully curated selection of the finest dishes from across Italy — timeless classics and regional gems that highlight the great culinary heritage of our country, bringing to the table the flavors of its many local traditions.
Welness
• Health & Beauty Centre Healing hands
Overlooking the stone indoor pool, it is the delicious soul of La Posta Vecchia. Our director of wellness follows what she terms ‘a farm to spa’ concept using both the refined organic range Santa Maria Novella of Firenze and ingredients from La Posta Vecchia’s verdant gardens.
• Boutique The Corner Shop
The Boutique is a cornucopia of treasures. Marie- Louise Sciò has made her selection amongst the most eye-catching Italian creativity, with a view to things that guests might need at leisure. In 2020 the boutique was enriched with the new products of ISSIMO, the latest exciting venture created by Marie-Louise Sciò.
• Fitness and Sport Trim and slim or take a dip
By the helipad rises the tennis court, there is a keep fit trail and complimentary bicycles are available for the guests. The Beach Club is an exclusive spot and dinghy sailing, windsurfing, kayaks and paddle boards are all available from La Posta Vecchia.
Corporate & Celebration Events
• La Posta Vecchia offers an extraordinary location with historic style and it is available for intimate private occasions: weddings, parties or business and incentive programs. Each of the 19 rooms and suites is a small museum of art and it is possible to retain the entire villa for exclusive use. The meeting space in the top turret is fresh with sunlight and can host 70 delegates, there are two breakout rooms on the same floor, and the richly decorated reception rooms: Camino, Piranesi and Getty, available individually or together.
Extra Notable Features
• La Posta Vecchia Health & Beauty Club
• Beach Club
• Cooking Demonstrations
• Wine Tasting
• Vegetable Garden
• Private Museum
• Tennis
• Private Dining
• Exclusive Use
• Vegetable Garden
Hotel and restaurant Awards
• Readers’ Choise Awards Top Hotels in Italy 2018
Awards
2025
• La Liste « Top 1000 Hotels 2025 »
• The Gold List 2025 (The Best Hotels in Europe, Condè Nast Traveller)
2021
• BEST OF HOTELS, FALSTAFF HOTEL GUIDE
2018
• Readers’ Choice Awards (Top Hotels in Italy 2018, Condé Nast Traveler)
Number of employees
50
CIN Number
N. IT058116A159TPCAY4