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Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees

5.0 star property

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Aerial view
Breakfast area
Outdoor wedding area
Hallway
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Corso Umberto I, 67, Stresa, VB, 28838
  • Place, Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Stresa Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Isola Bella
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Imperial Suite

Imperial Suite

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Stresa

A stay at Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees places you in the heart of Stresa, within a 10-minute walk of Villa La Palazzola and Villa Ducale. .This golf hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Lake Orta and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Congressi Palace.

What's nearby

  • Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stresa Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Villa Pallavicino Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Isola Madre Botanical Garden - 22 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Isola Bella - 27 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Stresa Station - 8 min walk
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees Stresa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hemingway Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Lungolago - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Centrale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gigi Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees

Victorian hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking
Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees offers 179 accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 179 guestrooms featuring minibars. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and designer toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Stresa? This hotel has 5382 square feet (500 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,382 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1861
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 26 and February 8.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150 per vehicle
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 103064-ALB-00025, IT103064A12ZZDWRRA

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Borromees
Borromees Hotel
Grand Des Iles Borromees
Grand Des Iles Borromees Stresa
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Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees Stresa, Italy - Lake Maggiore
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Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 758 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1010 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unforgettable Stay in a paradisiac environment

We enjoyed our time in this marvelous hotel every minute. It was one of the most memorable stay, the hotel being an architectural highlight and disposing of a highly professional staff. The spa is as impressive as the beautiful environment of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nowlan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of our favorite hotels in the world. It is Old-World glam, and was a favorite of Ernest Hemingway's. The dining and hospitality are wonderful. We also love the sweet town of Stressa, set on Lago Maggiore. We went Baromee island hopping to beat the heat. The ferry stop was a few minutes stroll from the Hotel. Was all in all an unforgettable experience - and our second time there. We willbe back! .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ibukunoluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very well located in Stresa and it stands out from most of the other properties in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a grande dame hotel with rich history and a wonderful spa!!! Truly amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GinaLoretta, Spottsville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Wonderful breakfast. Helpful staff. Incredibly decorated. Deluxe. Fantastic view of the lake and the 3 islands.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with wonderful amenities. I couldn’t rate it 5/5 as the
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles K

Liked: Amenities
Great job
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The attention to everyone and all the details in every single aspect of hospitality were amazing…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Great buffet breakfast and piano bar. Good location to water activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a stunning hotel and was like staying in a palace. The spa and indoor pool were fantastic especially as it rained during our stay. The Hemingway bar was a great place for a drink in the evening with relaxing live music. Some of the room decor is a bit dated. Especially the drapes, bed covers and curtains but otherwise it was a very special place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fabulous Grand Hotel

Des Iles Borromees is a hotel that prides itself on delivery and presentation of classic Victorian age elegance and style, with a modern twist. The restored building is fabulous and the rooms are finished to the same standard. Attention to detail by the hotel staff is superb and everything is delivered with a smile. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old school Italian charm. Has kept a certain elegance and upkeep that is sadly missing from most places. Hemingway would spend many a night there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Probably the most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed in. The baroque decor is stunning and the views over the lake are incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anngel

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for one night, but it was lovely. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond and the rooms and grounds were gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

rick

Liked: Amenities
Absolutely fantastic could not have asked for a more beautiful location, good food, and really nice accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Katonah

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We wanted an elegant Italian hotel full of style, and this hotel certainly delivered. Our room was upgraded to a lake view, presumably because the hotel wasn’t full. Everywhere you looked there was art work, beautiful decor and a luxurious feel, without being overwhelming. The staff could not be more helpful and professional, particularly the concierge. Breakfast was delicious with a wide range of food. The bed was quite firm and the cute balcony would have been the perfect place to sit and relax looking at the lake, had it not been for the weather - it rained! However, we would love to return to the hotel some time in the future, with fingers crossed for sunshine.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025