Walking the Italian Lakes​

Located in the city center near the high city walls of Como, this hotel is in an historic palace. You’re sure to mingle with locals here, because the oldest and most charming café in town belongs to the hotel, located on the ground floor under a portico. The hotel has two wings of quiet rooms – one modern, the other older and featuring ceiling beams – a small swimming pool, and a restaurant. Its location makes it easy to stroll into the city center, browse the cafés and shops, or visit the cathedral. The lake promenade is about a half mile away.

Stresa is renowned in Italy for its long tradition of well appointed hotels and Italian hospitality. This elegant hotel is located in the city center, along the lake promenade. Guests are greeted by a perfectly kept meadow and flowerbeds. From the rooftop sun terrace and swimming pool, you’ll enjoy open panoramic views of Mt. Mottarone, the Borromean islands, and Lake Maggiore. The hotel is managed by the owners and its amenities and comforts will certainly make guests very happy after days of exploring. Rooms with a lake view can be requested and may be available with a supplement paid directly to the hotel.

This historic hotel is located right on the shore of Lake Como in the heart of the picturesque village of Varenna. The rooms – some smaller and some really big, according to ancient building featuring - are comfortable and modern. The garden has a swimming pool and sun terrace overlooking the lake. The restaurant and breakfast room offer a sweeping lake view.

Four hundred years ago, this property began as a convent on the shores of Lake Orta. It was transformed into a hotel and today the combination of modern and historic features lends a unique style and flair to the house. The spa and swimming pool and the bar with a huge terrace and sun deck are its major amenities. A gourmet restaurant adds to the quality of the house. And it’s just a short walk to Orta San Giulio’s pedestrian-only zone.

The Una Hotel is centrally located a half mile from the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. Right outside the door, the car-free shopping and theatre street Via Dante begins. You can also stroll to the Brera district and St. Maria delle Grazie Convent, home to the Last Supper fresco by da Vinci. The Sforza Castle, which houses an art museum, is across the street. If you want to explore farther afield, Cairoli metro station is nearby. The Una hotel chain is well known for the comfort of its beds, the fine design of its modern decoration, and the care they put into every little detail.