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Villa D’Este
One of the most stunning locales in Lake Como, the Villa D’Este hotel features some of the most beautiful grounds and gardens. Right on the lake, the property dates all the way back to the 1500s, when it was built by Pellegrino Pellegrini as a summer residence for the Cardinal of Como. Today, the hotel features multiple rooms and villas, five dining locations, and even a designer fashion shop.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
If you’re looking for a picturesque getaway, this Eden on the water is the perfect spot to relax. Its iconic orange-and-white striped beach umbrellas mark its spot on the lake. The Grand Hotel Tremezzo dates back a hundred years, and today its beautiful rooms make for an ideal romantic holiday.
Musa
The Musa is an ideal spot to relax if you want the perfect blend of modern fixtures in a spot steeped in history. With rooms that overlook the lake and a restaurant ideal for date-nights, there are plenty of ways to fill your days. Don’t miss dipping into the lake-side pool for a respite from the summer heat.
Villa Cipressi
On the shores of Lake Como, this hotel, as part of the R hotel collection, features a relaxing spa and two restaurants for guests to visit. Their modern suites include options for views of the lake, and the botanical walks give the impression of stepping back in time.
Mandarin Oriental Lake Como
If you want a truly luxurious experience, the Mandarin Oriental’s Lake Como resort is a site to behold. A converted 19th century villa, this hotel now has three restaurants, a floating pool on the lake, a state-of-the-art wellness spa, and breathtaking views. It’s the ideal spot for weddings, honeymoons, or to simply relax in the northern Italian locale.
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni
Situated within the town of Bellagio on Lake Como, a stay at this hotel also offers plenty of opportunities for excursions into the cobblestoned streets surrounding it. After enjoying your stay in the centuries-old suites, take a trip to their spa or relax by their pool for even more tranquility.
Il Sereno
Designed by Patricia Urquiola, this modern must-see combines old-style Italian architecture with today’s clean and minimalistic eye. On the eastern shore of Lake Como, guests can visit the spa, book boat trips on the lake, or dine with spectacular views that are almost as delicious as your meal.
Passalacqua
The sister hotel to the Grand Hotel Tremozzo, this resort dates back to the 18th century. With elevated garden terraces that offer some of the best views of the lake, and artfully-designed suites that feel like you’re in a museum, a stay at this hotel is like receiving the full royal treatment. Don’t miss dining at their world-class establishments, which offer the best of Italian home cooking.
Tatjana Freund is Hearst’s Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor, covering beauty, fashion and more across multiple brands. Previously, she worked at ELLE.com and Marie Claire. She’s a fan of whiskey neat, podcasts that give her nightmares, and one time Zoë Kravitz laughed at a joke she made.
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