Standing proudly on the western shores of Lake Como, the art nouveau palazzo architecture and elegantly curated interiors of the Grand Hotel Tremezzo speak of refined taste and contemporary flair. Whether basking in the sun by the floating pool or reading a book in the secluded gardens at the back, this is a tranquil oasis within reach of the bustling lakefront. The 90 rooms and suites capitalise on this setting, looking out over either the manicured gardens of the park or the dazzling azure lake waters. The interiors are equally picturesque, with period detailing, antique furniture, richly sumptuous furnishings and marble bathrooms.
The hotel’s exceptional facilities include three pools, a lakeside private beach, a clay tennis court, and a panoramic hillside path offering breathtaking lake views. Indulge in pampering treatments at the luxurious T-Spa, housed in an 18th-century villa and complete with heated indoor infinity pools and traditional hammam experiences. Dining options abound, from fine dining at La Terrazza Gualtiero Marchesi to casual trattoria fare at L’Escale. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas at T Pizza or seafood delights at Giacomo al Lago, all against the backdrop of stunning lake vistas.
This meticulously restored palazzo nestles on the picturesque coast of Palermo and has been transformed into a sanctuary of opulence and elegance by Rocco Forte and Olga Polizzi.
Villa Cora’s story is as opulent as its current incarnation; built in the 1860s by Baron Oppenheim, and visited by Princess Eugenia, wife of Napoleon III, and the Russian composer Tchaikovsky.
This beautiful villa-style hotel sits on a picturesquely rugged bay near Mount Etna and was originally built in 1919 as the seaside home of an English family.
With its enviable location in the Valley of the Temples, Hotel Villa Athena offers an unparalleled retreat steeped in history and luxury, where guests are treated to postcard-worthy views of the majestic Temple of Concordia.
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