The Best Hotels in Stresa

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Stresa. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Hotel La Palma

Rated 8.8 in 2587 reviews

Hotel La Palma enjoys picturesque views over Lake Maggiore in Stresa city centre. Located directly on the lakefront, it… See more

Hotel La Palma enjoys picturesque views over Lake Maggiore in Stresa city centre. Located directly on the lakefront, it is surrounded by a garden and provides free parking.

With classic décor and wooden floors, rooms offer free WiFi, an LCD TV with satellite channels and a balcony. Many rooms include multi-functional shower and many overlook the lake and Borromean Islands.

The hotel boasts a swimming pool right by the lake, and a panoramic terrace with Sky bar and a large hot tub.

On the 6th floor you can find a fitness area and the free wellness centre, including a sauna, Turkish bath and salt cave, as well as sensory showers and a relaxation area.

Stresa Train Station is a 10-minute walk from Hotel La Palma hotel, while the embarcadero is only 300 metres away. Golf Club Des Iles Borromées is 4 km away.

Rooms from $176

Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées & SPA

Rated 9.1 in 2418 reviews

This majestic property in Art Nouveau style includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a spa. It is on the shores of… See more

This majestic property in Art Nouveau style includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a spa. It is on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Stresa, opposite the Borromean Islands.

Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées & SPA offers elegant rooms with LCD TV and marble bathroom with spa bath. Some rooms have views of the garden and the Alps, some overlook the lake and the islands.

The Grand Hotel's wellness centre is complete with indoor swimming pool, hot tubs and saunas. Beauty treatments and massages are available.

The restaurant serves regional cuisine, and guests can dine on the terrace in summer. The hotel also has a stylish piano bar. Breakfast is a generous buffet, served daily.

The hotel is located on the central Corso Umberto I promenade. Free parking is available on site.

Rooms from $301

Hotel Regina Palace

Rated 8.6 in 2743 reviews

Hotel Regina Palace is a majestic Art Nouveau building offering refined classic-style interiors and a large garden with… See more

Hotel Regina Palace is a majestic Art Nouveau building offering refined classic-style interiors and a large garden with pool. It is right on the shore of Lake Maggiore, in Stresa.

Rooms and common lounges are all decorated with antique furniture, rugs and historic chandeliers, all giving a sense of history and nobility. Rooms overlook either the garden or the lake and some also feature a spa bath.

This 4-star hotel features a well-equipped wellness area, complete with a sauna, Turkish bath and indoor pool set in a grotto. Outside you will also find a tennis court and a furnished terrace by the pool.

Liberty Restaurant serves local dishes in a very elegant dining room, while Charleston Restaurant specialises in a sophisticated cuisine. Its dining room has big windows overlooking Lake Maggiore and outdoor dining is possible during summer.

The Regina Palace is 600 metres from Stresa Train Station. The A26 motorway exit is a 10-minute drive away.

Rooms from $187

Sempione Boutique Hotel

Rated 9.7 in 305 reviews

Situated 1.8 km from Borromean Islands, Sempione Boutique Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Stresa and has a shared… See more

Situated 1.8 km from Borromean Islands, Sempione Boutique Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Stresa and has a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast lake views. The rooms have a wardrobe.

The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 55 km from Sempione Boutique Hotel.

Rooms from $214

Boutique Hotel Stresa

Rated 9.8 in 29 reviews

Located in Stresa, 1.4 km from Borromean Islands, Boutique Hotel Stresa provides accommodation with a garden, free… See more

Located in Stresa, 1.4 km from Borromean Islands, Boutique Hotel Stresa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hotel, every room is fitted with a balcony. Boutique Hotel Stresa features certain rooms with lake views, and every room is equipped with a coffee machine. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.

The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 55 km from the accommodation.

Rooms from $383

Hotel Villa e Palazzo Aminta

Rated 8.6 in 626 reviews

Set on the shores of Lake Maggiore, Villa e Palazzo Aminta offers a luxurious wellness centre, a private garden on the… See more

Set on the shores of Lake Maggiore, Villa e Palazzo Aminta offers a luxurious wellness centre, a private garden on the lake, and an outdoor heated swimming pool overlooking the Borromean Islands. Parking is free, and there is also a private pier.

Accommodation includes free Wi-Fi, a marble bathroom, original frescoes, and Murano glass lamps. Most rooms have a balcony with views of the lake or the park. Junior suites and suites are also available. All rooms and suites features goose-feather duvets, a pillow menu and a free minibar upon request.

Part of the Leading Hotels of the World, the Aminta has a bar open all day. Drinks and snacks are served out on the sun terrace or by the pool. The Le Isole restaurant serves gourmet cuisine, and Italian dishes can be enjoyed at the I Mori restaurant.

The Grotta di Palazzo Aminta wellness area features a Turkish bath, a hot tub, and a variety of massages and beauty treatments, all on request and upon reservation. The property also offers a free gym and guests can rent bikes upon request at an additional cost.The hotel also offers Electric Car charging stations.

Villa e Palazzo Aminta Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Stresa. A free scheduled shuttle is available during the day that takes guests to the town.

Rooms from $324

Boutique Hotel Elvezia

Rated 8.9 in 639 reviews

Boutique Hotel Elvezia is situated on Isola Bella Island and can be reach only via ferry boat from Stresa or Baveno… See more

Boutique Hotel Elvezia is situated on Isola Bella Island and can be reach only via ferry boat from Stresa or Baveno. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV.

The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 50 km from the property.

Rooms from $182

Belvedere

Rated 9.0 in 1084 reviews

Set on Isola Superiore Island, Hotel Belvedere is surrounded by the waters of Lake Maggiore, providing a relaxing… See more

Set on Isola Superiore Island, Hotel Belvedere is surrounded by the waters of Lake Maggiore, providing a relaxing atmosphere in the romantic Pescatori Island and offering enchanting sights of the Madre Island and Pallanza.

All rooms feature air-conditioning, a TV and private bathroom, some with spa baths and some with lake views.

The restaurant, also overlooking the lake, is ideal for sampling fresh produce from the lake itself and the surrounding valleys, while enjoying a large selection of Italian wines.

The staff will be happy to help you organising interesting excursions of the Borromeo Gulf on small, typical private motorboats or public transport vessels.

Rooms from $102

Grand Hotel Bristol

Rated 8.1 in 2498 reviews

Located at the foot of the Alps, Grand Hotel Bristol overlooks Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands. It is located in… See more

Located at the foot of the Alps, Grand Hotel Bristol overlooks Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands. It is located in a historical building and features a panoramic swimming pool and a large, lush garden.

Rooms are decorated in a classic style and have an elegant feel. They offer either mountain or lake views. Many have a private balcony.

The hotel features a marbled lobby with Bohemian-style crystal chandeliers. It also includes an indoor swimming pool and a fitness corner.

Drinks and cocktails can be enjoyed at the bars. Meeting rooms equipped with high-end technology are also available on site.

The property is 800 metres from Stresa town centre and a 10-minute walk from the train station.

Rooms from $157

Hotel Milan Speranza Au Lac

Rated 8.0 in 1686 reviews

Only 150 metres from the shores of Lake Maggiore, Hotel Milan Speranza Au Lac is next to the pier for boat trips to the… See more

Only 150 metres from the shores of Lake Maggiore, Hotel Milan Speranza Au Lac is next to the pier for boat trips to the Borromeo Islands. It includes a popular restaurant and rooms featuring views of Lake Maggiore or Stresa and the surrounding mountains.

The Milan Speranza Au Lac Hotel is composed of 2 adjacent buildings. Stresa’s pedestrian area is just a few steps from the property. You can enjoy relaxing moments in the free outdoor pool of the Regina Palace Hotel, 150 metres away.

All rooms are air conditioned and include TV with international channels. Wi-Fi access is available free of charge.

The Milan Au Lac restaurant is perfect for a dinner with superb lake view. Breakfast is served on the indoor veranda and the Lungolago lounge bar in Hotel Speranza Au Lac is open until late.

You have relaxation and reading areas, as well as a free internet point on site. At reception, you can book beauty treatments at a local wellness centre.

Please note that the free outdoor pool and parking are located at the 150 metres away and are subject to availability.

Rooms from $171

Hotel Royal

Rated 8.4 in 2005 reviews

Hotel Royal is a family-run hotel located in a quiet area near Lake Maggiore, offering views of Borromeo Bay and the… See more

Hotel Royal is a family-run hotel located in a quiet area near Lake Maggiore, offering views of Borromeo Bay and the Alps. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The hotel has inviting gardens, a charming terrace, an outdoor swimming pool with hot tub, a restaurant with indoor and outdoor tables, and free private parking. From common spaces to guest accommodations, Hotel Royal is tastefully furnished and boasts comprehensive amenities.

From Hotel Royal, a pleasant and lively promenade leads directly to the city centre. The hotel is set only 100 metres from the beach and the ferry boats to the Borromeo Islands.

Rooms from $121

Hotel Astoria

Rated 8.1 in 2542 reviews

The Astoria is set on Stresa's lake-side promenade facing the Borromean Islands. It has a nice garden, and offers rooms… See more

The Astoria is set on Stresa's lake-side promenade facing the Borromean Islands. It has a nice garden, and offers rooms with Wi-Fi access, satellite TV and panoramic views.

Hotel Astoria is just a few minutes' walk from Stresa town centre and the congress hall. Free parking is provided on site.

There is a fitness room and a children's playground at Astoria Hotel. The on-site restaurant serves national cuisine, while breakfast is Italian style.

Rooms from $166

Hotel Du Parc

Rated 8.6 in 1525 reviews

Hotel Du Parc is a pretty, early 20th-century villa with large, green gardens. Well-located, this elegant hotel with… See more

Hotel Du Parc is a pretty, early 20th-century villa with large, green gardens. Well-located, this elegant hotel with splendid décor is just 5 minutes’ walk from Stresa’s historic centre.

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere you will find at this charming hotel. Sit in Du Parc’s peaceful gardens in the sun before walking to Lake Maggiore, just 300 metres away. Shops, restaurants and cafés are all located close by.

Interiors at Hotel Du Parc are beautifully decorated and some rooms have panoramic views, while others are located in a annex. Have a few drinks in the bar or relax in the lounge, the TV room or the tavern. An internet point is available here and Wi-Fi access is available free of charge.

Travelling around the area is easy from Hotel Du Parc. The station is a 5-minute walk away, as is the pier where boats for the Borromean Islands leave from.

Rooms from $158

Vespucci Boutique

Rated 8.6 in 681 reviews

Featuring garden views, Vespucci Boutique offers accommodation with a terrace, around 1.4 km from Borromean Islands… See more

Featuring garden views, Vespucci Boutique offers accommodation with a terrace, around 1.4 km from Borromean Islands. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance.

At the guest house, each unit comes with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer and a shower. A microwave, a fridge and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels.

The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 55 km from Vespucci Boutique.

Rooms from $79