Luxuriate in turn-of-the-century style at Villa Aminta, which offers picture-perfect views of an island-studded lake. Rooms decked out with Murano chandeliers, silk curtains, and acres of velvet and gilt echo the opulence of Stresa's belle époque. The hotel also has its own private beach, heated pool and fitness centre.
It runs a regular shuttle service into Stresa, 1km to the southeast.