Places to stay in Northern Italy & the Lakes

Castel Fragsburg, Merano

Historic hotel

This is impressive, even for a Relais & Châteaux property. Multi-course dining, award-winning spa treatments and marbled rooms make the most of their spectacular setting.

Sina Maria Luigia, Parma

Contemporary hotel

Located in the centre of Parma's art galleries, museums and gastronomic gems, the Sina Maria Luigia is ideally situated to explore the city's myriad delights.

Hotel Meranerhof

Grand & elegant hotel

Hotel Meranerhof is a spectacular, palatial hotel situated in the heart of spa town Merano, surrounded by tiered, landscaped gardens and a shimmering lake.

Grand Hotel Imperiale, Lake Como

Historic hotel

Lying at the foot of the pretty town of Moltrasio on Lake Como's western shore, the Grand Hotel Imperiale offers an attractive lakefront swimming pool and a smart restaurant with lake vistas serving excellent gourmet dishes.

Villa Crespi, Lake Orta

Historic hotel

The extraordinary Moorish palace complete with glittering chandeliers, intricate arabesques, and marble columns, combined with a renowned two-Michelin-starred restaurant run by celebrity chef Cannavacciuolo.

Villa Cordevigo, Lake Garda

Historic resort

Nestled among vineyards a short drive east of Lake Garda, The Italian gardens are embellished with statues, there’s a well-equipped Spa and a Michelin-starred restaurant serving exquisite Mediterranean cuisine