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Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel perfect for exploring Stresa

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, Turkish bath, body treatments
Imperial Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Imperial Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Corso Umberto I, 67, Stresa, VB, 28838
  • Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Stresa Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Isola Bella
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Imperial Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Imperial Suite

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Stresa

Heart of Stresa.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Villa La Palazzola and Villa Ducale. Congressi Palace and Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Villa Ducale - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stresa Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Isola Madre Botanical Garden - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Isola Bella - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Buscion - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lido Blu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Pappagallo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Enoteca da Giannino - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Mamma Mia - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees

5-star luxury hotel perfect for exploring Stresa
Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 5382 square feet (500 square meters) and includes a conference center. A seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Stresa hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 179 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 5382 sq ft of conference space
  • 500 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1861
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
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.

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.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 onsite 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 103064-ALB-00025, IT103064A12ZZDWRRA

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees to the airport?

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees is 77.1 mi (101-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees?

As of May 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees on Jun 1, 2025 start from $291.01, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees have an airport shuttle?

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 150 per vehicle.

How close is Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees to the beach?

This hotel is 5 mi (17-min drive) from Spiaggia Lido Toce and 6.7 mi (21-min drive) from La rustica. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees offer free breakfast?

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees?

This hotel offers free valet parking.

Does Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees have a pool?

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body wraps, Swedish massages, and body scrubs.

How close is Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees to downtown Stresa?

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees is 0.4 mi away from Stresa.

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 748 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is one of our best in Italy . We love the area and this iconic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

eveline

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
L’accueil et le service pour ce type d’hôtel sont exécrables. Personnel froid, pas de sourire, très peu attentif aux besoins des clients. L’hôtel est sur un site et avec vue incroyable incroyable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and beautiful location. Beautiful and charming all around. SPA and breakfast outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Hotel overlooking the lake

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It is a beautiful place. The rooms and the hotel were very clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We didn't eat dinner at the restaurant there, but the breakfast and the servers were outstanding. The hotel is walking distance to the city center where all the shops and restaurants are. The view of the lake from our room was beautiful. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone. You can't go wrong.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very elegant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
That’s an awesome, really luxury hotel. Everything - parking, service, restaurant, decor, room cleanliness, location - is top notch!!! The spa is awesome with a large indoor pool from which you can swim to an outdoor pool with various labyrinths, showers and jacuzzis and an outstanding “heat” room with a hamam, a sauna, a Turkish sauna and a snow room!!! When in Stresa this is a must to stay in!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

haluk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katarzyna

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Our recent stay at this historical 5-star hotel was a mix of charm and disappointment. While the ambiance and architecture were truly remarkable, our experience was marred by an issue that, for a hotel of this caliber, should have been easily avoidable. Our excitement quickly faded when we discovered in the middle of the night that the mattress in our room was broken. It sagged uncomfortably in the middle, making restful sleep nearly impossible. Given the hotel's 5-star rating, we expected a level of comfort that simply wasn’t met. The following day, we approached the front desk to discuss our concerns and requested to speak with the manager. We were informed that he would be available in an hour. After going for breakfast we returned only to be met with confusion. The staff began searching for him, and after about 20 minutes, we were told that the manager was out of the hotel and not available to address our concerns. At this point, we expressed our disappointment and requested a discount due to the inconvenience. The staff assured us that they would send us an email regarding their decision. While we appreciated the effort, it felt inadequate given the circumstances. For a 5-star establishment, we expected upgraded mattresses and a more proactive approach to guest service. The decision we got via email was basically that they are sorry but they can’t give us any discount or refund. We would hesitate to recommend this hotel to others seeking a truly luxurious stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Chevy Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wow hotel! Beautiful, excellent spa, excellent service, a most beautiful location, excellent restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MISS JULIET

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

Nostalgic grandeur

Beautiful hotel with very polite staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa Experiences
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Azita, Tarzana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent & beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

yaeli

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Lovely views from hotel. 10 minutes flat walking to centre of town for dining. Luca, one of the concierges, was extremely helpful on the day of a train strike in organising alternative transport when I was let down by my booked taxi. Many thanks to Luca.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Zhijiao J

Traveled with partner
Property and in particular the rooms were definitely dated. Bathroom had no ventilation and I found some black mold growing on side of shower door that was not cleaned. Smelled as if plumbing wasn’t the most advanced. Junior sweet was still small. Restaurant staff was incredibly helpful, however concierge and front desk staff was just okay and not the most friendly (maybe it was just to us). For example, we went to borrow an umbrella, but were told they were out, only to have the concierge flag down someone for an umbrella to give to the couple who went up after us. Waited 5 minutes to try to be acknowledged so I could get our luggage and finally I had to let the concierge know we had a train to catch before they helped me. Overall, it was a beautiful hotel, had a lot of old school charm but rooms could definitely use an upgrade and extra cleaning procedure. Concierge could definitely be more friendly, but maybe it was because we are American and spoke English. Spa however was very modern and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Always something interesting going on there. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lev

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding. This is Palace with 5 stars service!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mylene Kindica, Hasbrouck Heights

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband & I we really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sundus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay in
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has an amazing location and walkable to the town of stresa. The spa is absolutely amazing ..one of the best I’ve experienced. Pools are great ! One is deep with diving board . My major complaint is the room needs updating. While I understand the old world feel, the rooms are dated , furniture is old and worn and very heavy drapes also carpeting should be removed for sanitary reasons . Also a/c vent in my room (550) had black dust or mold in it .
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024