It’s always a good time for a weekend (or longer…) on the Italian coast. But once you’ve packed your bag full of massive sunhats and gingham dresses, where do you actually stay? We’ve got the answer, and it’s in the form of a dreamy destination celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Behold the Casa Bianca al Mare Hotel, built in 1923 right on the Veneto coastline, in the pretty seaside resort of Lido di Jesolo. It’s got all the charm you’d hope for from such a historical building, with parapets and turrets galore, but a recent refurbishment has brought the interiors bang up to date. All this plus its seafront location makes it a dreamy destination for a relaxing holiday.

It’s also a place where you can go old-school with the set-jetting trend. The hotel served as the backdrop to a number of cult films in the 60s, such as Americano Rosso and Signore e Signori. It’s a location loved by celebrities, too, welcoming artists like Mina, Domenico Modugno, the Rolling Stones, and Ray Charles.

In the mood for an Italian getaway? This 100-year-old hotel is the place to book