Stresa Lake Maggiore, Italy
Opened
1964
Price
$$
Rated for
Wellness Resort SocialOutside the door
The house
Oetker CollectionMidcentury lakefront hotel
Three generations of Zanetta family ownership give this 1960s hotel the easygoing rhythm of a classic Italian summer holiday.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The owner’s skilful management and attention to detail brings out the best in this hotel, where the elegant, modern guestrooms make a change from the more traditional decor of the region.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Stresa's town center is a short walk down the promenade, with passenger ferries to the Borromean Islands docking nearby.
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The rooms
Guest rooms are bright and modern, a clean departure from the heavy antique styling typical of the lake.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 22-metre infinity pool sits on the lakeshore, and a rooftop hydromassage pool looks out across the open water.
The spa and gym
Cardio machines face the lake through wrap-around windows, and the sixth-floor spa has a sauna and salt room.
At the table
The restaurant serves Piedmontese lake fish and risotto, and a covered terrace bar opens onto the water.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.