Boutique Hotel Stresa

Il est regrettable, alors que l hôtel était presque vide , d’avoir eu une chambre pour personne à mobilité réduite. La salle de bain n’était pas du tout fonctionnelle , pas agréable , trop petite. Nous en avons fait part à un membre de la réception qui nous a répondu : oui vous avez raison . Dommage

I have read some fairly glowing reviews about Boutique Hotel Stresa, but I was not at all prepared for what I would experience here. From the moment I arrived, the staff not only made me feel welcomed and appreciated, but they made me feel like I belonged there. From a room upgrade to assistance with anything I may have needed and wanted, the hotel took care of everything. Dinner reservations? Done. Recommendations of things to do in Stresa? Check. Reserving a private boat to tour the Borromean Islands, with an experienced captain? No problem. The rooftop view is truly jaw-dropping. If you're there on a Sunday, go to the brunch, which is exceptional. The spa was excellent, and best of all is Le Bolle, the hotel restaurant. The chef is from Puglia, and during one of the tasting menus I tried, I was served no less than four plates that were outright Michelin-star worthy. They were that flawless, and I've eaten at restaurants with 3 stars that I didn't enjoy as much as Le Bolle. The value of the food and experience, as well as the exceptional service, made this dinner one of the best values you'll probably experience in Italy. The creativity and care put into each dish made the dinners at Le Bolle superlative. The room was extremely comfortable, tasteful, and had a simple elegance. If you want to find things to do, there is plenty to see in Stresa and on Lake Maggiore, but if you want a tranquil and peaceful surrounding at one of the great luxury hotels of Europe, you will not be disappointed. Boutique Hotel Stresa made my vacation one of the very best I've ever had. A huge thank you to the entire staff...every single person made my visit one of the very best I've ever experienced anywhere. I cannot begin to express my appreciation for their warmth, their service, and for making it seem as though I'd found a place where everyone seemed genuinely joyful to be there to make my stay a perfect one. They succeeded on every level.

This newly restored property is easily the best hotel in Stresa, and I'm sure its rank in TA will rise to the top as more reviews are posted. It's a lovely, modern feel, bright and airy with floor to ceiling windows. They noted my IPrefer membership at check-in and upgraded us. WOW! I think we got the best suite in the house, on top (3rd) floor NW corner with a huge terrace, with gorgeous lake and sunset views. The suite was huge, with tons of open space. There was a welcome bottle of sparkling wine and fresh fruit. The complimentary mini bar is replenished daily. The bed was comfortable, with modern electrical outlets (including USB A & C) at each bedside, along with electric controls for the lights and drapes. There were two closets, plenty of storage space. The bath had a dual vanity, lots of counter space, a beautiful freestanding tub, a good rain shower with handheld, and an excellent hairdryer. There were robe hooks for two lovely soft robes. Very small nit: the bedside tables are not very functional, would be much better with drawers or shelves to put stuff away, though they do have decent surface area. Breakfast on the patio was nice. There is a buffet with the usual items (juice, yogurt, cereal, meat and cheese, fruit, pastries, etc.) which did not vary at all during our 5-day stay. There's a menu to order eggs and other hot items, some of which incur an additional charge. The omelettes were great. They also do a bread service, consisting of a sliced artisan bread with ricotta and honey. There's a nice little rooftop pool, with comfortable loungers and sun beds. Good to cool off on a hot afternoon. Some days it was crowded, hard to find a seat, and others it was nearly empty. The staff is great, very friendly and helpful. We had excellent service consistently throughout our stay. The location is perfect, facing the lake and a couple blocks from the center of town.