- Type: Luxury Hotel
- Summary: Serene surroundings make this the perfect place to relax
- Feature: Originally a grand 16th century private palazzo
- Rooms: 152 rooms & suites
- Star rating: Member of 'The Leading Hotels of the World'
- Nearest airport: Milan Airport
Amenities
Location and transfer
50 minutes from Malpensa Airport (Milan) by private car transfer.
As this is a 16th century Cardinal’s palace, the unique guest rooms are in-keeping with their centuries-old history, with furnishings of silk brocade, fine linens, oil paintings, period furniture and views of the lake or the splendid manicured gardens. The air-conditioned rooms and suites are housed in the Cardinal Building and the Queen's Pavilion and all have satellite televisions, hairdryers, mini-bars, safety deposit boxs, wi-fi access and marble bathrooms, some with Jacuzzis. There is a twice-daily maid service.
Villa d'Este also offers four magnificently renovated 19th Century villas, with park and lake views are located within the resort's 25-acre park. Villa Malakoff, Villa Cima, Villa Garrovo and Mosaic House are available for holiday rentals with amenities ranging from housekeeping to full hotel service.
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Double Classic Courtyard View:
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- Rooms: 30
- Size: 32-42m²
- Room View: Courtyard views
- Facilities: These double rooms are located in the Cardinal Building and have either one king-size bed or twin beds and a marble bathroom with bath. Facilities include bathroom amenities, bathrobe and slippers, mini-bar, LCD television, wi-fi and air-conditioning. Double Classic rooms can be joined with another Double Classic room for additional space.
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Double Executive Garden/Park View:
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- Rooms: 41
- Size: 30-50m²
- Room View: Park views (some rooms also have a partial lake view)
- Facilities: These double rooms are located either in the Cardinal Building or in the Queen's Pavilion, and have either one king-size bed or twin beds and a marble bathroom with hairdryer, bathroom amenities, bathrobe and slippers. All rooms have a mini-bar, satellite LCD television, wi-fi and air-conditioning. Some rooms also have a walk-in wardrobe. Double Executive rooms can be connected to another Double Executive room or with a Junior Suite Exclusive.
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Double Deluxe Lake View:
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- Rooms: 11
- Size: 35-40m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: Double Deluxe rooms are located either in the Cardinal building or in the Queen's Pavilion and have either one king-size bed or twin beds and a marble bathroom with hairdryer, bath, bathroom amenities, bathrobe and slippers. All rooms have a desk, mini-bar, direct-dial telephone, voice mail, satellite LCD television, wi-fi and air-conditioning.
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Double Deluxe Superior Lake View:
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- Rooms: 6
- Size: 50m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: These spacious rooms are located in the Cardinal Building on the top floor and offer superb views of Lake Como. Rooms have either one king-size bed or twin beds and a marble bathroom with hairdryer, bath, bathroom amenities, bathrobe and slippers. All rooms have a desk, mini-bar, direct-dial telephone, voice mail, satellite LCD television, wi-fi and air-conditioning.
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Junior Suite Exclusive Park View:
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- Rooms: 24
- Size: 52-62m²
- Room View: The gardens, 'The Mosaic' (a much-photographed monument) or a side-on lake view
- Facilities: These suites are located either in the Cardinal Building or in the Queen's Pavilion and feature a large bedroom with either a king-size bed or twin beds, a living area and a marble bathroom with hairdryer, bath, bathroom amenities, bathrobe and slippers - most also have a Jacuzzi and walk-in shower. All suites feature a desk, mini-bar, direct-dial telephone, voicemail, satellite LCD television, wi-fi and air-conditioning. Some also have a balcony (subject to availability). A Junior Suite Exclusive can connect with a Double Executive room, if additional space is required.
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Junior Suite Lake View:
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- Rooms: 22
- Size: 45-60m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: Junior Suites feature luxurious bedrooms with a king bed or twin beds, a marble bathroom and a living area. Located in the Cardinal Building or in the Queen’s Pavilion, they offer a splendid frontal lake view which donates a new colourful scenario every season. Queen's Pavilion rooms also boast private balconies.
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Junior Suite Lake View Deluxe :
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- Rooms: 9
- Size: 45-60m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: Located in the Cardinal Building, these suites are spacious and sumptuous, featuring a king bedroom, marble bathroom, luxurious living area and balcony overlooking Lake Como.
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Suite Lake View:
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- Rooms: 4
- Size: 65-75m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: Located either in the Cardinal building or in the Queen's Pavilion, these suites feature a large separate sitting room and a large bedroom, with one king-size bed or twin beds, as well as a bathroom - most with Jacuzzi and walk-in shower. All rooms feature a desk, mini-bar, direct-dial telephone, voice messaging, satellite LCD television, wi-fi and air-conditioning. Several have a balcony (subject to availability). An additional connecting room to accommodated a party of up to four guests can be arranged on request.
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Two Bedroom Suite Lake View:
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- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: Spacious and elegant these exquisite suites are the definitive setting in which to appreciate fine Italian beauty and the magnificence of Lake Como. With two large double bedrooms and a living area, this suite is large and homely.
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Presidential Suite:
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- Rooms: 2
- Size: 80-95m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: The Presidential Suites are located on the first floor of the Cardinal Building and are characterized by sumptuous and stylish space. From the balconies, you can enjoy the magic view over the Lake and the beautiful gardens of Villa d'Este.
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Cardinal Suite:
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- Size: 108m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: The Cardinal Suite is named after Tolomeo Gallio, who built the Villa in 1568 as its private residence. It's located on the first floor in the Cardinal Building and combines the utmost refinement of a private residence with all the comforts. The large private front terrace offers a unique and lovely view over what is considered the most romantic Lake in the world.
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Villa Cima:
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- Size: 650m²
- Room View: Lake views
- Facilities: Built in 1814 by Caroline of Brunswick, Princess of Wales and future Queen of England, the villa is situated on the banks of the Lake. No two rooms are alike in the residence which is distributed over three floors with luxurious décor, filled with antiques and art. The views from the Villa’s spectacular windows are simply breathtaking and frame memories that will stay with you for a lifetime.
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Villa Malakoff:
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- Size: 300m²
- Room View: Garden and lake views
- Facilities: Built in 1860, the Villa stands a small hill within the grounds and offers splendid views of Lake Como. It’s luxuriously appointed rooms; distributed over 3 floors are decorated in warm tones and the informal ambience of this grand yet hospitable residence will immediately put you at ease; a once in a lifetime experience.
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Villa Garrovo:
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- Size: 700m²
- Room View: Garden and lake views
- Facilities: Built in 1833 and completely refurbished in 2015, the villa is located within the Hotel’s park, just a few steps from the Cardinal Building. The Villa offers a stunningly beautiful and spacious living room with big windows facing out over the Lake, a fully equipped kitchen, 6 bedrooms with marble bathrooms, distributed over three floors and a multi-functional gym and relaxing room.
The bright veranda which opens onto the hidden garden where guests can relax and find intimacy and a second terrace with a large patio are two peculiarities of this Villa. It is the ideal place for families and friends looking for a private home away from home yet with all comforts offered by the Villa d’Este.
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Mosaic House:
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- Size: 90m²
- Room View: Garden and lake views
- Facilities: Set in one of the most spectacular spots of the Villa d'Este grounds, within the iconic mosaic garden and its Nymphaeum stands the Mosaic House. Recently restored, with access from its own private courtyard, it comprises 90 sqm of living space: a lounge area including a fully equipped kitchen, a one-bedroom suite, a spacious marble bathroom, en-suite closet and a guest bathroom. The current design complements the traditional harmonic features of the Lake with light paint shades and flower themed fabrics used throughout.
Supplementing the three restaurants are the Sundeck, which overlooks the floating swimming pool and proffers casual lunches, drinks and snacks throughout the day; Bar Canova, open all day for light refreshments and live music throughout the evening and the lakeside, al fresco Terrace Bar, where drinks and snacks can be enjoyed in fragrant surroundings underneath chestnut trees.
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- Cuisine: Italian haute cuisine
- Setting: The restaurant overlooks Lake Como and the spectacular gardens and is a refined venue in which to enjoy dinner in the dining room or al fresco in the summer on the terrace.
- Dress Code: Formal attire (including a jacket and tie for gentlemen in the evenings).
- Children's Menu: No
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: Yes
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- Cuisine: Regional dishes
- Setting: An informal restaurant with a cosy but chic ambience and offering Lake Como and garden views. In the summer, meals are served in the garden under the centuries-old plane trees.
- Dress Code: Smart/casual
- Children's Menu: No
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: Yes
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- Cuisine: Casual dishes
- Setting: A casual, intimate ambience pervades in this lovely restaurant, which boasts wooden floors, a beamed ceiling and linen-covered tables romantically lit by candlelight. French doors lead to the newly refurbished terrace, where meals may also be enjoyed.
- Dress Code: Smart/casual
- Children's Menu: No
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: Yes
Romance
Set on the banks of one of the most romantic lakes in the world and just north of Milan, Villa d'Este was built in 1568 as the summer residence of Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio. The property comprises 25 acres of gardens, whose statues and landscape have been photographed for centuries. Dine on exquisite Italian cuisine, walk hand-in-hand in a picture perfect setting and indulge with fine Italian wines.
Golf
Golf Club Villa d'Este, which is twelve kilometres from the hotel, is a beautiful 18-hole parkland course that winds its way through chestnut, ash and pine trees, sheltering golfers from the heat. The course is considered one of the most challenging and difficult par 69 courses in Europe.
Spa Breaks
Located on the first floor of the Cardinal building, Villa d'Este Wellness & Beauty Centre has been designed with an artful use of light, colour and water to create the perfect environment for serenity and relaxation. It's an oasis in which to replenish mind, body and soul, and is connected to the Sporting Club by an underground walkway.
Villa d'Este Sporting Club offers guests complimentary use of the outdoor heated pool (that floats on the lake), the outdoor children's pool, indoor pool, tennis courts, squash court, fitness centre, sauna and steam bath, jogging track, putting green, windsurfing and canoeing.