Botanical waterfront heirloom
Nine historic villas and centuries-old botanical gardens spread across a six-acre estate right on Lake Como's eastern shore.
“The main building, fronted by a pool that seems to float in the lake, is just one of nine villas…”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, The 50 Discovery and Wallpaper*.
This collection of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century buildings, set right on the shore of the lake, was previously known as CastaDiva.
“Honouring the locale, legacy elegance is at the heart of interiors – all dark-wood flooring and beams, huge fireplaces, decorative ceilings and elaborate chandeliers.”
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The quiet village of Torno is an easy walk along the shore, and Como sits five kilometres south.
The rooms
Oak parquet floors and soft lake-green tones shape the bedrooms, and most open onto private terraces facing the water.
The floating pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A 40-metre infinity pool floats directly on the lake, connected by a ramp to the vaulted stone colonnade.
The spa
Beneath arched skylights, the subterranean bathhouse holds a heated lap pool, thermal rooms, and a 24-hour gym.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
L'ARIA
The glass pavilion in the botanical gardens serves Italian cuisine shaped by Japanese culinary traditions.
Sitting beautifully along the water’s edge, the luxury hotel is a vast estate that includes three gorgeous Neoclassical villas, boathouses and gardens over six acres.
At the table
CO.MO Bar & Bistrot pours aperitivo and evening cocktails on an expansive terrace right along the water.
How it began
The estate centers on Villa Roccabruna, the nineteenth-century residence built for Italian opera soprano Giuditta Pasta.
“Here, NAMI Café is a relaxed spot that serves a casual poolside menu of pizzas, burgers and salads…”
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Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como
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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.