Villa d'Este

"One of the grandest hotels in Italy has long wlecomed Europe's rich and famous, housing them in guest rooms still furnished in the Empire style." Full review

"Historic, old-world elegance on 25 pristine park acres overlooking Lake Como." Full review

"One of the world’s most celebrated hotels, Villa d’Este is grand and elegant, with splendid interiors embellished with works of art and glittering chandeliers." Full review

"Set in an ornate Renaissance palazzo dating from 1568, the Villa d’Este is quintessential Lake Como, overlooking the water amid verdant parklands" Full review

"The 16th-century palace is beyond luxury: rich brocades drape beside marble bathrooms; balconies are bigger than some hotel rooms...staff are remarkably down-to-earth given the princely price tag." Full review

"With 152 rooms and suites set in a waterfront Renaissance palace, this Cernobbio classic has hosted celebrities from Frank Sinatra to Jennifer Aniston"