My husband and I stayed here with my parents in September 2006. We were there 4 nights and had a lovely stay. I got the best rooms offered and booked dinner each night and requested a table by the water when I made my booking, which was several months in advance. The outdoor restaurant was beautiful. Our room and terrace... more

My wife and I enjoyed a seven night stay at this delightful hotel. The situation is "magical" right on the lake with beautiful views, the hotel is immaculately maintained by the owners who were most welcoming and hospitable. The standard of service and comfort is higher than the star rating would suggest., however we felt that the food offering was... more

I have read the fantastic reviews of the Stella and do not recognise the gushing descriptions as being the same hotel we stayed at last year. Don't get me wrong this is not a bad hotel by any means and much of what it offers is good, but what it does badly can sour your stay and I can definately... more

Our stay, my wife and I, was meant to be a quick and romantic escape in between an old school reunion and reuniting in the Swiss mountains with our young daughters. So we googled and trawled through endless travel and hotel sites throughout the area, from Lake Garda to Lake Maggiore -- it was as extensive as can get. We... more

In early September 2007 we stayed for a week at the Hotel "Stella d' Italia", a small 100 year old hotel directly on Lake Lugano. Though quite internally remodeled, it is constantly supervised by the Ortelli Family, direct decendants of the original builders and maintains all its charm and original beauty. Each room, especially the rooms on the top (3rd)... more

I can not begin to describe the simplicity and beauty of this small boutique hotel. Just wonderful and awesome views. The owner and his family were reserved but very helpful when asked. They spoke Italian to the places that we needed to confirm with and we were very relieved to have that service available. It was as if we were... more

Three couples from the States spent a week at the end of June at this very special hotel, and what a perfect vacation it was. Thanks to the reviews on Tripadvisor (especially "slobizman", who's commentary is 100% accurate), we chose Stella d'Italia and are so glad we did. We were somewhat concerned that being on Lake Lugano, rather than Como,... more

From Woking, Surrey:- We stayed at this hotel in May 07 and entirely agree with the last reviewer, who found it delightful and refuted disparaging remarks about the family, who own it and take on the reception duties. We found them professional, pleasant and helpful at all times. The restaurant staff were very efficient and friendly, serving superb food. We... more

I booked the hotel after reading the reviews in trip adviser, and it lived up to expectations. The only comments I would disagree with are the comments on the owners. Yes they were reserved, but they were very knowlegable and professional, and kept the hotel running like a well oiled machine. The location alongside lake Lugano leaves nothing to be... more