The splendor, the grandeur, the intrigue, and the magic of Villa d'Este- an opulent hotel overlooking glorious Lake Como. Villa d'Este is surrounded by a wonderful 10-hectare private park.
Set on the shores of Lake Como, the Hotel is located in one of the most important crossroads between Italy and Northern Europe. 60 minutes from Milan, 50 minutes from/to Fiera Milano Rho. Villa d’Este occupies an enviable spot on Lake Como, amid 25 acres of luxuriously landscaped park. The villa was originally built in 1568 as the summer residence for Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio and was the favourite playground of an Empress, an English Queen and many aristocrats. Today Villa d'Este provides the ultimate in modern luxury whilst maintaining its enchanting old-world charm and character and the intimacy of a private home.
Inside, guest rooms and suites are split between the Cardinal Building and Queen’s Pavilion, where over 140 years of tradition blends flawlessly with modern comforts; all rooms are individually decorated and furnished with antiques, silk brocade drapes, oil paintings and Como silk furnishings. Views vary from those looking across the lake to others onto the park and magnificent gardens. The design of the lower part of the gardens is from the Renaissance period. The two most outstanding landmarks are the 500 year old plane tree and the 16th century Mosaic with its Nympheum.
Guests may dine in the elegant atmosphere of the Veranda restaurant overlooking the lake and the gardens, in the cozy and informal “Grill” or simply enjoy an aperitif at the jasmine-scented terrace bar, overlooking the lake. Activities at Villa d’Este include a variety of sports facilities: floating pool on the lake, an indoor pool, tennis courts, squash, sauna, steam bath and a jogging track, as well as all types of water sports. The Beauty Centre, where principles are based on Zen philosophy, provides the perfect oasis to replenish mind, body and soul. For golf enthusiasts there are a putting green and golf simulator on property and several 18-hole golf courses nearby.
From April to September
Accompany one of the chefs on an early-morning walk through the kitchen garden, where you’ll help gather herbs and vegetables used to prepare the day’s meals.
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