Wonderful news for everyone who welcomes guests to this land: according to data from Italy’s Ministry of Tourism for March 2026, Molise is the number one region in Italy for traveller satisfaction. With a score of 89.97 out of 100 in the digital “Sentiment Index,” it overtook long-established destinations such as the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, Basilicata and Calabria.

For us at La collina degli ulivi, a holiday home just minutes from Isernia, it confirms what we read every day in the words of those who choose us: Molise has a quiet, unhurried way of making people fall in love with it.

What the Sentiment Index Is — and Why It Matters

The Sentiment Index measures visitors’ perception, satisfaction and online reputation by analysing reviews, social media and travel platforms. Put simply, it reflects how well people felt during their stay — and how warmly they talk about it once they get home.

And this is no one-off. Molise built its leadership step by step: 88.6 points in November 2025, 89.4 in February 2026, and finally 89.97 in March 2026. A slow, solid climb — much like the rhythm of these hills.

Why Travellers Love Molise

Behind the score lie real reasons, the very same ones that make a holiday in Molise so special:

  • An authentic territory, far from mass tourism and crowded hotspots.
  • Genuine hospitality, built on real connection and time devoted to each guest.
  • Safety and calm, today among the most mentioned qualities in travellers’ reviews.
  • Untouched landscapes: from olive groves to Lake Castel San Vincenzo, the Carpinone Waterfalls and the Adriatic coast.
View over the Matese valley
View over the Matese Valley; Molise, Italy's top region for tourism in 2026

Experience Award-Winning Molise at La collina degli ulivi

Just minutes from Isernia, La collina degli ulivi is the perfect base to discover the Molise that won over Italian travellers. It’s a panoramic holiday home overlooking the valley of Isernia, reserved for one group at a time: the whole property is yours, for up to 6 guests, never shared with others.

Here the pace slows down, and we make everything easy for you:

  • Breakfast included, plus a welcome bottle of water.
  • Furnished terrace to relax, dine outdoors or enjoy the sunset.
  • Self check-in with a PIN code, on your own schedule from 4:00 pm.
  • Pets welcome: travellers with a four-legged friend are more than welcome.

The quality of the experience is backed by years of recognition: the Booking.com Traveller Review Award in 2024, 2025 and 2026, and Airbnb Superhost status (2025 and 2026). This genuine, tailored hospitality is exactly what lifted Molise to the top of Italy’s preferences.

All of our services are designed to help you experience the area with the same unhurried calm that made it Italy’s most loved region.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Molise Italy’s top region for tourism in 2026? According to the Ministry of Tourism’s Sentiment Index, Molise scored highest in Italy (89.97/100) for traveller satisfaction in March 2026, overtaking regions such as the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, Basilicata and Calabria.

What makes a holiday in Molise special? An authentic territory, genuine hospitality, safety and calm, and untouched natural landscapes — from olive groves to mountain lakes and the Adriatic coast.

Where can I stay near Isernia to explore Molise? La collina degli ulivi is a panoramic holiday home just minutes from Isernia, with the whole property reserved for up to 6 guests, included breakfast, a terrace and self check-in.


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