Anantara Presents: La Dolce Riviera

June 8, 2026: Anantara Hotels & Resorts introduces La Dolce Riviera, a new summer program connecting three iconic European destinations—Rome, Nice, and Amalfi—through a shared celebration of Mediterranean elegance, culture, and art de vivre.

Blending Italian vibrancy with French sophistication, the initiative offers a contemporary interpretation of the Riviera lifestyle, where gastronomy, music, art, and well-being come together through a curated series of experiences that capture the essence of Mediterranean summer living.

On June 25, the concept will come to life simultaneously across all three destinations through a coordinated signature event, created in collaboration with luxury brand Judith Leiber Couture, which will unveil its new "La Dolce Vita" collection for the occasion. This exclusive partnership adds another layer of glamour and creative expression, integrating fashion, craftsmanship, and contemporary lifestyle into the Dolce Riviera story.

Each destination interprets La Dolce Riviera through its own identity while remaining united by a shared narrative of sensory pleasure, cultural exchange, and timeless elegance.

Nice | Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel

On the French Riviera, Anantara Plaza Nice presents La Dolce Riviera through a blend of Italian and French Riviera influences.

The signature La Dolce Riviera cocktail—a Limoncello Spritz combining vibrant citrus notes with sparkling prosecco and a subtle French Riviera twist—sets the tone for a refreshing aperitivo experience.

At the heart of the hotel, the Anantara Spa offers a sanctuary inspired by the Côte d'Azur's art of living. Guests are invited to embark on a sensory journey, from citrus-infused massages to revitalizing facials, celebrating balance, well-being, and the restorative essence of the Mediterranean.

The culinary experience reflects this cross-cultural identity through a weekly lunch menu, where the flavors of the French Riviera meet Italian inspiration. Signature dishes include sea bass fillet alla puttanesca, sea bream carpaccio enhanced with citrus, and zucchini flower fritters that evoke the region's sun-drenched heritage.

At Anantara Plaza Nice, La Dolce Riviera brings together gastronomy, wellness, and lifestyle in a Riviera-inspired experience.

Rome | Anantara Palazzo Naidi Rome Hotel

In Rome, La Dolce Riviera unfolds above the Eternal City at Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel, where the hotel's rooftop terrace and pool transform into an urban sanctuary overlooking Piazza della Repubblica.

As twilight settles, live acoustic music featuring Italian swing and international influences carries the atmosphere from sunset into evening.

Art becomes an integral part of the experience, with a live illustrator capturing the spirit of the evening through hand-illustrated fans—poetic keepsakes that reinterpret a timeless Italian summer tradition in a contemporary way.

The visual narrative is enriched by a signature photo opportunity featuring a vintage Vespa, an enduring symbol of Italian lifestyle and cinematic heritage.

At the heart of the evening is a culinary journey.

The gastronomic offering reflects a Mediterranean identity, where Italian and French influences meet global inspiration, from classic mini supplì to Tarte Tropézienne and refreshing lemon sorbet.

The signature Azzurro cocktail—blending gin, Mediterranean botanicals, Venturo bitter, Italicus, dry vermouth, a touch of seawater, and Amalfi lemon zest—captures the essence of the Mediterranean coastline in a single sip.

Amalfi | Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel

Along the Amalfi Coast, La Dolce Riviera takes shape within the historic setting of Anantara Convento di Amalfi, where heritage, landscape, and local traditions create an immersive atmosphere.

Guests are welcomed with a lemon-inspired reception celebrating the region's iconic flavors through both alcoholic and non-alcoholic creations that reflect the Amalfi lifestyle.

The culinary offering highlights local excellence through curated food stations featuring regional cheeses, cured meats, and bite-sized specialties. Two signature creations pay homage to the cross-destination concept: a carbonara-style pasta frittatina inspired by Rome and a classic Niçoise salad reflecting Nice.

The signature cocktail—a Limoncello Spritz crafted with the hotel's own artisanal limoncello—offers an authentic interpretation of the Dolce Riviera spirit.

Set along the Monk's Walk, the event unfolds in a convivial atmosphere enhanced by live music and local artists, bringing an authentic cultural dimension to the experience.

A Contemporary Mediterranean Story

With La Dolce Riviera, Anantara Hotels & Resorts redefines the summer experience through a cross-destination narrative that celebrates both the diversity and unity of the Mediterranean.

From Rome's cinematic rooftops to Nice's seafront and Amalfi's cliffs, the initiative offers a journey in which each destination becomes a chapter in a broader story—one that captures the essence of European summer living with effortless sophistication.

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travelers, Anantara Hotels & Resorts connects guests to genuine places, people and stories in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations. Each Anantara embraces the surroundings and culture of its destination, creating unforgettable memories for every guest since 2001. From city to sea and desert to jungle, Anantara delivers heartfelt, Thai-inspired hospitality at its over 50 hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.

Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a Minor Hotels brand and recognizes its guests through one unified loyalty program, Minor DISCOVERY, part of GHA DISCOVERY.

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An historic landmark in the heart of Nice, the property first opened in 1848 as the Hotel de France and quickly became the city’s social hub. Reborn in 1900 as the Hotel Plaza, it presided over Riviera society with sweeping views of the Mediterranean, while the neighboring Promenade des Anglais earned the moniker “salon of Europe.” A Belle Époque facelift in the 1910s bestowed the ornate façades, grand interiors and Riviera glamour that endure today, now reimagined through a complete renovation by a consortium of acclaimed designers and architects, including award winning David Collins Studio, local architect JeanPaul Gomis and TBC Interiorismo Studio. Together they have crafted stylish interiors that seamlessly blend old world elegance with contemporary luxury.

Perched high above Italy’s southern coast, Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel is a 13th-century monastery transformed into an exclusive retreat. Its historic cloisters, chapel and monastic architecture have been carefully preserved, offering a serene and intimate atmosphere inspired by centuries of heritage. Today, the hotel features 52 renovated rooms and suites, the fine dining restaurant Dei Cappuccini, La Locanda della Canonica, an Anantara Spa, and a panoramic terrace with infinity pool overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel marks Anantara’s Italian debut, set in the heart of Piazza della Repubblica. A proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, the historic property overlooks the Fountain of the Naiads and rises above the ancient Baths of Diocletian, visible through glass floors. Originally designed by Gaetano Koch in the late 19th century, the palace has been carefully reimagined, with a full renovation completed in 2022 by TBC Interiorismo. Today, the hotel features 232 rooms and suites, the fine dining restaurant INEO, the first Anantara Spa in Italy, and one of Rome’s largest panoramic terraces with pool and SEEN by Olivier Restaurant & Bar.

The first true American luxury brand, Judith Leiber, is a name synonymous with elegance, style, and sophistication. For more than sixty years, Judith Leiber’s incomparable evening bags and crystal minaudières have been recognized worldwide for their meticulous attention to detail and flawless handcraftsmanship. Minaudières from the collection are part of the permanent design archives of premier museums across the globe, and nearly every First Lady dating back to 1953 has carried custom-made Judith Leiber bags to the U.S. Presidential Inauguration ceremonies. Jana Matheson has been EVP, Chief Creative Officer of Judith Leiber Couture since 2010.

Since 2017, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger has been co-owner, brand stakeholder, creative director, and global ambassador for the Judith Leiber brand.