Grand Hotel Bristol, Stresa

Grand Hotel Bristol - A lakeside 4-star hotel with heated pools, multiple dining venues, and Borromean Gulf views

Grand Hotel Bristol occupies a privileged lakeside position in Stresa with direct views of Isola Bella and the Borromean Gulf. This 4-star property features 250 rooms including standard, superior, triple, and suite categories, all with air conditioning, wooden floors, and en-suite bathrooms with mosaic details; many offer lake-view balconies. The hotel operates two restaurants: Le Isole serves local and international recipes, while the Winter Garden provides a glass-enclosed dining space overlooking the gardens. Guests can choose between two bars, including a seasonal poolside option. Leisure facilities include a heated indoor pool with sauna and steam bath, plus an outdoor pool with Jacuzzi surrounded by sun beds and umbrellas. The Sporting hall hosts business events for up to 250 persons with Liberty-style architecture and modern technology. Grand Hotel Bristol provides family accommodations through triple rooms with sofa beds, and the concierge assists with sailing, windsurfing, and golf activities nearby. Carciano Ferry Terminal is 984.3 ft from the property.

Pros

Direct views of Isola Bella and the Borromean Gulf from multiple rooms and common areas

Heated indoor pool with sauna and steam bath available year-round

Two chefs and nine cooks prepare traditional and international recipes

Triple rooms with sofa beds accommodate families comfortably

Liberty-style Sporting hall supports events for up to 250 attendees

Cons

Some rooms face the mountain side with limited views

Outdoor pool operates seasonally from mid-June to mid-September