This Luxury Hotel in Lake Como Just Might Be the Area’s Best Stay - Hotels Above Par - Boutique Hotels & Travel

"Set on the shores of Menaggio on Lake Como, this recently renovated late-19th-century property blends classic Italian grandeur with modern luxury, boasting opulent interiors (twinkling gold chandeliers, grand master staircases, and gorgeous fireplaces), impeccable service, and sweeping lake views. Accommodations range from Deluxe and Prestige rooms to Loft Lake View rooms and Junior Suites (the Junior Suites are noted as well worth their price), many with private balconies or terraces, motorized blinds, generous beds, and beautiful bathrooms that feel both sophisticated and comfortable. Dining options include a lakeside fine-dining restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows and a contemporary take on regional recipes led by Chef Maichol Morandi, a chic lounge bar serving craft cocktails and a large wine list with tasty light bites, and a garden pool bar offering appetizers and drinks. A major highlight is the Erre Spa, a comprehensive wellness retreat with indoor and outdoor pools, waterfall showers, an exclusive jacuzzi, steam baths, two saunas, a Himalayan salt room, an ice room, and a fire room. A newly added Beach Club (opening July 2024) sits mere feet from the hotel and features pools, roomy sun gazebos, bars and restaurants, and live musical events. Practical perks for bookings include complimentary daily buffet breakfast for two, an arrival upgrade when available, a $100 resort credit toward spa or F&B, a welcome drink, priority early check-in/late check-out when possible, and complimentary Wi‑Fi; the property has 81 rooms with rates starting around $1,200/night and easy access to nearby attractions such as Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, lakeside trails, and boat tours."