Ischia, with its Regina Isabella Resort, has welcomed celebrities such as Alberto Sordi, Sophia Loren and Liz Taylor. This island is the pearl of the <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/fashion/bulgari-mediterranea-show-high-jewellery-venice-photos-images" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mediterranean</a>, a place that combines natural beauty, historical richness and the world of cinema.

Live an experience with timeless charm, discover new travel destinations and immerse yourself in a journey through time to explore your imagination with that authentic and emblematic luxury of an iconic era; that of the biggest names in Hollywood and our beloved national celebrities. Alberto Sordi, Charlie Chaplin, Catherine Hepburn, Maria Callas, Sophia Loren, Clark Gable, Luchino Visconti and Anna Magnani: what do they all have in common? These icons of the past, a clear expression of the international jet set of those years, have made Ischia, also known as the green island of Italy, increasingly exclusive and known around the world. All these big names have stayed at least once in the Regina Isabella Resort, that place built by Angelo Rizzoli at the foot of Mount Vico in Lacco Ameno. In 1962, the spark between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton seems to have struck precisely here, while they were in Ischia for the filming of "Cleopatra".
The actors who visited the island of Ischia and the Regina Isabella Resort between the 50s and 60s

Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor on Ischia in 1962 (Getty Images)

Sophia Loren in Ischia in 1965 (Getty Images)

Victor Mature, Peter Sellers, and Vittorio de Sica on Ischia in 1965 (Getty Images)

Maria Callas and Aristotle Onassis in Ischia in 1960 (Getty Images)

Peter Sellers and his wife Britt Ekland in Ischia in 1965 (Getty Images)

Luchino Visconti at the Queen Isabella of Ischia in the 50s (Getty Images)

The Regina Isabella was built in the 1950s by the publisher and film producer Angelo Rizzoli. In fact, in 1956, Rizzoli decided to expand the spa inside the ancient Greek-Roman ruins adjacent to the hotel and build a large hotel complex. Since then, in a very short time, this resort has become a point of reference in the world of cinema (and beyond). The resort is closely linked to worldliness and still hosts numerous events dedicated to culture, cinema and food and wine. Among the most important are the event dedicated to cinema "Ischia Global Film &amp; Music Fest", the "Ischia International Journalism Award" and "Ischia Vintage", an event entirely dedicated to the tasting of <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/food/le-39v-paris-where-fine-dining-feels-like-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fine wines</a>.

The Regina Isabella Resort on Ischia in 1950 (Getty Images)

Located in the municipality of Lacco Ameno, in the heart of a bay overlooking the sea, the resort is made up of three buildings (Regina Isabella, Sporting and Royal) and has been offering 5-star luxury hospitality for almost a century. The rooms, decorated with majolica tiles and 1950s-style furnishings, blend perfectly with more modern details and contemporary works of art. Immersing yourself in the pastel colours and walking on the floors with the typical Capodimonte ceramics, guests find themselves in magical spaces illuminated by Murano glass chandeliers. From the Salone Azzurro to the Sala Pinetina, passing through the Sala delle Carte and the Sala degli Agrumi, the Regina Isabella Resort has four swimming pools and 128 rooms, including 27 Luxury Accommodations. Each room offers a high level of comfort and luxury, but it is the suites with fresh, sea or thermal water whirlpools - especially those with sea views - that captivate guests. Some of these suites are dedicated to well-known personalities who lived at the Regina Isabella Resort in the golden years of the island of Ischia. The hotel also offers a variety of bars and three suggestive restaurants managed by the starred Executive Chef Pasquale Palamaro, including the "DolceVita" restaurant, "Sporting" and "Indaco", the gourmet and starred one.

The suites of the Regina Isabella Resort on Ischia

To further enrich the immense list of services, the hotel offers access to a stunning equipped private beach, four swimming pools, a gym, several tennis courts and its own spa - which are the flagship of the Queen Isabella Resort. Taking advantage of the ancient thermal springs of Ischia, this hotel offers its guests a unique <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/travel/dior-spa-cruise-boat-paris-river-seine" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wellness experience</a> thanks to its luxurious spa. The thermal waters of the island of Ischia, renowned for their beneficial properties, are classified as "multi-active" thanks to the numerous aesthetic and curative benefits they offer. Furthermore, a qualified medical team is ready to welcome guests and create a personalized path of beauty and well-being.
Some panoramic images of the Regina Isabella Resort in Ischia

Some panoramic images of the Regina Isabella Resort on Ischia, in the municipality of Lacco Ameno

&quot;This charming place combines the beauty and authenticity of nature with history, culture and the charm of the international jet set.&quot;

Welcome to Ischia, the island located in the Gulf of Naples off the western coast of Italy, one of the most precious pearls of the Mediterranean Sea. A place capable of uniting natural beauty, historical wealth and the world of cinema in a unique mashup. Ischia offers breathtaking landscapes, a rich history dating back to Greek and Roman times, and has also been the location of some of the most iconic Italian and international films of recent times. Its picturesque beaches, natural spas and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes have attracted directors and actors from all over the world.

The Regina Isabella Resort of Ischia: a journey of luxury on the green island

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