Grand Hotel Bristol, Lake Maggiore

About Grand Hotel Bristol

The Grand Hotel Bristol is set amidst beautifully tended gardens and gazes out over Italy's second longest lake with the Borromean Islands and the Alps in view.

The imposing exterior houses the elegantly marbled lobby and the public rooms are stylishly decorated with Bohemian crystal chandeliers, gorgeous frescoes and graceful furnishings. The indoor swimming pool can be reached via a sloping corridor, and for a truly unique experience, take the horizontal lift there. The large swimming pool is set in the immaculate grounds and shares the panoramic view of the lake and mountains.

After a day's relaxing, or discovering Stresa and parts of Lake Maggiore, return to the Grand Hotel Bristol to enjoy a classic Italian aperitivo in the elegant bar before making your way to the graceful atmosphere of the Restaurant Baveno for a romantic dinner.

In addition to its stylish accommodation and lovely facilities, the Grand Hotel Bristol is conveniently situated just across the road from the lake and only a 15 minute stroll from the centre of Stresa.

Accommodation:

Twin Lake View/Balcony
These double bedrooms, with mosaic work in bathrooms or showers, are fitted with air-conditioning, balcony, satellite TV, 2 telephones with jack for PC connection and voice-mail, WI-FI,hair-dryer and mini-bar.

Junior Suite Lake View with Balcony/Terrace
An elegant living room with style furnishings, Persian rugs and paintings, characterize this type of room. Bathroom with marble and mosaic work, spa bath, and separate shower. Every evening the large terrace becomes the stage of a spectacular sunset on the background of the Borromeo Islands.

Suite Lake View
Large room with separate living room, with sumptuously decorated with double draped curtains. The bathroom, covered with marbles and mosaic work, has a Jacuzzi tub and a separate shower. A private balcony allows you a panoramic view over the beautiful Borromeo Islands.

Supplements (from):

Twin Lake or Borromean View £19. Junior Suite with Balcony or Terrace £171, Suite with Lake View & Balcony £263. Twin for Sole Use £47.

Dining Guide:

Restaurant Baveno
Refined and intimate atmosphere, especially suited for luncheons and unforgettable candle-light dinners.

Facilities:

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Lounge
• Swimming pool (normally in use mid May - mid Sep)
• Indoor swimming pool
• Whirlpool
• Small fitness room
• Sauna (payable locally)
• Garage (payable locally approx. 7.50 Euros per day)

Information:

The hotel has 250 rooms (air-conditioned Jun - Sep). Transfer time from Malpensa airport: 1 hour. Child prices apply to 2-11 years. Official Rating 4 star. Dinner (or lunch) and buffet breakfast.

About Lake Maggiore

It is said that the translucent quality of Lake Maggiore's water is from the teardrops of unrequited lovers and romantic poets. Much appreciated by Byron and Shelley, a temperate microclimate made this region a preferred hideaway for 19th century aristocrats who built palatial villas with landscaped gardens on its pristine shoreline and panoramic hills.

STRESA

Palm-lined esplanades are decorated with magnolia and overlook the Borromean Islands, reposing on a sleepy stretch of water reached by steamer. Isola Bella dominates these small, verdant retreats, which house a magnificent palazzo surrounded by lush, floral gardens with fountains, peacocks, classical statuary and secretive grottos.

PALLANZA

Lake steamers take avid gardeners to Pallanza to enjoy its celebrated cuisine before visiting the Villa Taranto to marvel at over 20,000 exotic plants set in 50 spetacular acres.

CANNERO RIVIERA

At the foot of Mount Carza and affording leisurely walks to stunning wooded hills and flower-drenched gardens surrounding priveledged palazzi.