Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees & Spa, Stresa
About the Hotel
Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees & Spa - A 5-star lakefront hotel with comprehensive spa facilities, multiple dining venues, and extensive meeting spaces
This 5-star property features rooms with lake or garden views, whirlpool bathtubs, and minibars. Accommodations include Hemingway Suite, Royal Suites, Junior Suites, and Lake View Rooms, many with balconies overlooking Lake Maggiore. The hotel offers Il Borromeo Restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options, plus Hemingway Bar and an open-air snack bar. Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees & Spa provides a 16146 ft² wellness center with indoor/outdoor pools, sauna, steam room, Technogym equipment, and 15 treatment rooms. The property includes 8 meeting rooms named after Greek goddesses, a business center, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. Located 34 miles from Malpensa Airport, it is near San Vittore Martire (0.5 miles) and Borromean Islands (1 mile).
Pros
The Des Iles SPA features multiple pools including a sensory deprivation tub with Epsom salts and a phlebological water path.
Il Borromeo Restaurant offers gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options with locally sourced ingredients.
The property includes 8 meeting rooms with natural light, modular setups, and state-of-the-art technology.
Dogs are allowed in rooms and on the restaurant terrace, with dog-sitter services available through the concierge.
Free covered and uncovered parking is available on the property for hotel guests.
Cons
The Hemingway Bar operates with limited winter hours from 10:30 to 23:30.
Some attic rooms have smaller dimensions and require climbing steps to access dormer windows.
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
My stay at the hotel was a delightful experience overall. The rooms, part of the Hemingway suite, were amazing with a big balcony offering a view of the lake. The lovely details in the room and ample space made it a cozy retreat. The service was top-notch, very helpful, and humorous, just the way I like it. The location, despite some areas needing refurbishment, was outstanding, with friendly and accommodating staff. The dining was excellent, offering a range of delightful options. The pool area and gardens were well-maintained and enjoyable. However, the price could be a bit of a downside for some.
My stay at the hotel was a bit mixed. The rooms were lovely, but there were some issues with them. The service was satisfactory, though not outstanding considering the prices. The location was beautiful, offering a relaxing retreat. The dining experience was fabulous, with a beautiful setting. The facilities were decent, meeting basic needs.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were a little small, they offered a large bathroom with amazing views of The Borromean Islands and Lake Maggiore. The traditional furniture didn't seem worth the extra cost. The location was very central, near the train station and restaurants, although not completely suiting the hotel's magnificence. The dining options were a real disappointment, being tired and dull. However, the facilities were up to par with the hotel's amenities.
Our stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms, though small and lacking screens, reflected a beautiful ornate Italianate style dating back to the 1860s, welcoming with ample light. The service was more business-like but went the extra mile by offering a late-night pick-up at the train station in a personal vehicle. The location, while excellent, required crossing a road for lake access. Dining was fantastic, albeit missing an egg station. The facilities were pleasant overall.
The hotel is a historic gem, boasting beautiful ornate Italianate style rooms dating back to the 1860s. The top floors offer lovely views, but noise from the generators can be bothersome. The location is perfect for exploring the dreamy beauty of Stresa and Lake Maggiore, although some may find dining options lacking the hot variety expected at a 5-star establishment.
The hotel rooms could do with a tea kettle or coffee machine as you find in most accommodations so you can make a quick drink to warm up before going outside. However, the rooms are really disappointing, with balcony much better and quieter.
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