This was the most luxurious hotel experience I have ever had. I had a room with a view towards lake Maggiore which was about 40 meters away, a grand balcony and the bed situated in a way the I could see the lake and the sunrise from the bed. The room was big but I know that the size of... more

We had booked rooms in the Regina Palace, but on our arrival, we were told we had been moved to the Grande Hotel des Isles Borromees, which was nicer. Very true... the staff--especially the concierge and maitre d'hotel were helpful and charming. Our room was very well appointed, though a bit on the warm side. Opening the doors to the... more

If you are looking for a first class experience in Stressa then you must consider the Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees. It is definitely Grand in every sense of the word. From the front desk and concierge, to the buffet breakfast, the beautiful rooms with a view of the lake and Alps - everything about the Grand Hotel is perfect... more

This is a beautiful, Belle Epoque landmark hotel. The services and spa are excellent. BUT, for part of the summer season, almost the entire first floor is rented to one of the Saudi royal families. ( So we were told by hotel staff). The problem is not the Saudis, who are very polite and well dressed. The problem is the... more

I stayed here for two nigths. The hotel was very quiet because of the low season. The front desk staff and concierge were not very helpful and friendly. I was very surprised as five star hotels in Italy normally are very good - with helpful and friendly staff! The location of the hotel is excellent along Lake Maggiore, and it... more

Just returned from a six night stay at the Grand Borromees. It was a lovely hotel with old world charm, but a very unfriendly staff. I truly saw one staff member smile the entire six night stay. No one at the concierge desk wanted to help and most of the time looked right through you until you made them pay... more

We stayed for a week in mid July. Upon arrival (1hr 20mins by car from Milan Linate Airport) we were upgraded to a junior suite (we had booked a double room with lake side views and balcony) which was a nice touch as the hotel was not full; the holiday season had not kicked in yet, and Stresa was generally... more

This is a must see hotel ! Totally Belle Epoque (early 1900s) for which I am attaching some pics. If you don't stay here you should visit it ! Each floor has been decorated in a specific style with reproductions of museum treasures. The room is nicely decorated but small and nothing to rave about. The bathroom is beautiful and... more

We have just come back from a week and at Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees. Unfortunately, the weather was not so good but the hotel, on the other hand, was really beautiful. We arrived early, around 11h00 am and the room was ready after 5 minutes. The junior suite where we stayed was on the 4th floor, elegantly decorated and... more