Villa e Palazzo Aminta

Italian Lakes, Lake Maggiore

Based on 1230 traveller reviews

78% of travellers recommended this hotel

Wonderful lake views.
Beautifully decorated and furnished.

Villa e Palazzo Aminta is positioned just above the main lakeside road and is one and a half miles from Stresa. Over the years, the hotel has been carefully restored to its former glory and each guest room features hand-painted frescoes and antique furniture. The Le Isole restaurant serves local and international cuisine and has spectacular views of the Borromean Islands from its terrace. The hotel's small spa offers exclusive programmes to rebalance the body and mind as well as offering a fitness centre, Hammam, Scottish showers and a relaxation area. For a truly unique experience there is Camelia Grotta, a natural cave with a steam bath, ice waterfall and aromarium.

The pool sits at the front of the hotel over the road and is surrounded by a generous patio and gardens, here you’ll be able to relax on the sun loungers and admire the stunning lake views as well as views of the three world famous Borromeo islands. If you’re looking to explore the local area the town of Stresa is just a short journey away and the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service (set times).

The hotel has 71 rooms (official rating 5 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-12 years.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Restaurant Le Isole

Le Isole restaurant is beautifully decorated with paintings and frescos and offers a lovely view of the lake. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served here.

I Mori Restaurant

I Mori restaurant is set in a cosy gazebo and boasts stunning views of the lake. It serves traditional regional dishes coming from the Italian culinary heritage and more than 300 wine labels to be combined with each delicacy.

Beach & Pools

Swimming Pool

Outdoor pool (available depending on season).

Private Beach

Private garden beach with beach umbrellas, deckchairs and swimming facilities. Free of charge for guests.

Spa & Wellness

Palazzo AMINTA Spa

The wellness centre offers individual treatments on request or you can unwind in Camelia Grotto a natural cave that houses a steam bath, ice waterfall, aromarium and Scottish showers.

Gym

Free of charge for guests to use.

Wifi, Parking & Shuttle

Wifi & Parking

Stay connected with the wifi available free of charge.

Parking available free of charge.

Shuttle Service

Free shuttle service to Stresa down-town, 6 times a day at scheduled timings.

About the location

Holidays in Stresa take you to one of the prettiest locations in the Italian Lakes, with the elegant town perched on the western shore of Lake Maggiore where soaring mountains form a photogenic backdrop.

Stresa has been here for at least a thousand years and the town is peppered with historic buildings, from medieval churches to Renaissance villas. Its cobbled streets are full of pavement cafés and boutique shops, while the surrounding area is renowned for its opulent lakeside palaces and ornamental gardens.

The town is a handy hopping-on point for many ferries and boat trips which sail up and down Lake Maggiore, offering a relaxing way to enjoy the scenery and visit the other towns and villages around this 65km-long lake.

Transfer time

The hotel is 1 hour from Milan Malpensa airport. Return private transfers included. To change your transfers or book car hire instead, simply call us once you’ve completed your booking.

Superior Park View Balcony

Max 3 Adults

Superior park view rooms are compact, beautifully decorated and provide a comfortable stay. The private balcony or terrace provides views of the gardens and facilities include a safe, hair dryer, air conditioning and TV.

Room size: 22m² (approx.)

Facilities

Minibar

Air conditioning

Pillow Menu

Deluxe Side Lake View Balcony

Max 3 Adults

The Deluxe side lake view rooms have been decorated in beautiful colour schemes with tasteful furnishings. The rooms are compact and have side lake views and private balcony. Each room can sleep up to 3 adults and facilities include TV, air conditioning, minibar and safe.

Room size: 22m² (approx.)

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Deluxe Lake View Balcony

Max 3 Adults

Boasting beautiful furnishings this room provides the perfect escape. Rooms are compact and have wonderful views of the lake and Borromeo Islands. Facilities include a safe, air conditioning, hair dryer and TV.

Room size: 26m² (approx.)

Facilities

Junior Suite Lake View Balcony

Max 3 Adults

Junior suites are spacious and decorated in an elegant style. Positioned on the first floor you’ll be able to sit out on your own private balcony and admire the views of the pool and garden as well as the lake. You’ll be able to relax in the provided chenille bathrobe and slippers and take advantage of the bath amenities. Each room has a living area as well as modern facilities including air conditioning, hair dryer, safe and TV.

Room size: 38m² (approx.)

Facilities

Early Booking Discount

10% Early booking discount for stays of 3 - 6 nights completed between 22 March - 09 May 2024, 01 - 31 August 2024 and 18 October - 02 November 2024 booked by 15 January 2024.

10% Early booking discount for stays of 3 nights or more completed between 10 May - 31 July 2024 and 01 September - 17 October 2024 booked by 15 January 2024.

Free Night Offer

1 Free night for stays of 7 nights completed between 22 March - 09 May 2024 and 18 October - 02 November 2024.

2 Free nights for stays of 14 nights completed between 22 March - 09 May 2024 and 18 October - 02 November 2024.

1 Free night for stays of 7 nights or more completed between 01 - 31 August 2024.

Based on 1230 traveller reviews

78% of travellers recommended this hotel

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Wonderful place

Peter T,

Dec 05 2023

Beautiful place with a very nice spa. We loved every second of it. The rooms were very clean, and the staff was incredibly friendly. Breakfast was also wonderful with a lot of choice. I can recommend.

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OMG! Best Hidden Gem!

Global Luxury T, Tampa, Florida

Nov 05 2023

I saw this villa in a photo and knew I needed to see it for myself and it did not disappoint. Located just North of Milian overlooking Lake Maggiore it was just breathtaking. The gardens upon arrival were stunning. The old-world exterior is very well-kept and allows you to take a historical trip back in time. Receiving Staff – When I arrived the staff was so warm and inviting. I like that they did have young adults at the front desk. They were super excited to have me and very knowledgeable. Everything I thought I might want they were there to make the arrangements. From a private boat service to dinner with the GM that gave me an amazing culinary experience to included true interaction with the head chef and kitchen staff. My every wish was their command. Room Configuration – My room blew me away. It just happened to be in my favorite color pallet lavender. Large room with a beautiful balcony facing the amazing Lake Maggiore. The bathroom was so spacious with a jacuzzi tub which I took advantage of and a large sitting area. Turndown Service – This was the standard service with the pillow removal and robes and slippers with bedside towel and water and sweet treat. Breakfast – This was an experience in itself. The food was so fresh you could really appreciate the pure taste of each item. The was such a large variety of things to choose from. I could have spent half of my day there dining. Seated on the outside terrace again overlooking Lake Maggiore and the stunning gardens make for a quaint esthetic. Hotel Location – I initially was intimidated about how to get to this property. After speaking to the concierge and they provided several options I decided to go with a private car service. This allowed us to see several of the sights along the way. When I left, however, I did decide to try the train service back to Milan. It was very simple the train station was only 1 min from the hotel and the train ride was 1hr and the cost was 14 Euro. I can’t wait to send my clients here and I can’t wait to go back myself. Thank you for your hospitality Vanessa

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Beautiful location but mixed feelings

MicheleParis, Paris, France

Oct 21 2023

I stayed in Villa Aminta last weekend (October 14) for a one-night stay with a good friend of mine. I picked up Villa Aminta as I'm a Leading Hotel member. I booked a junior suite (room 307 on the...

I stayed in Villa Aminta last weekend (October 14) for a one-night stay with a good friend of mine. I picked up Villa Aminta as I'm a Leading Hotel member. I booked a junior suite (room 307 on the 3rd floor). It was a corner room with a breathtaking view, but honestly, that's all we liked in the room. The size of the room was good and the view was fabulous. However, we did not like the decor of the room which is gaudy and flashy. The dressing room was great but the color was so horrible. The bathroom was small for a junior suite. When we went into our room it was so cold. And even when we turned off the AC and raised the temperature, it wasn't easy to warm the room. The amenities are from Acqua di Parma. The room is not very well soundproofed, as we could hear our neighbors. Breakfast was very good. We had breakfast on the terrace. The buffet offers a good choice with good products. We had a couple of drinks at the bar and some excellent snacks. The staff is helpful and nice. I went to the Grotta spa twice but never saw any staff. The spa is small. The jacuzzi and hammam are nice. However, small therefore in peak season, I don't know how they manage. There is only an external pool. I'm rating "average" because of the decoration of the hotel which is gaudy and flashy. The lounge in the lobby is like a second-hand store. There is no real harmony or main theme in the decoration. You go from 2 golden panthers to chinoiseries then a velvet chair with a tiger skin motif, passing by an Arab lamp, a gilded screen, an ugly purple lamp with big flowers on it (it looks like an English Victorian dress), little earthenware dogs... a real bric-a-brac... The reception is very small compared to the building. It's a pity because the building is beautiful. But they should rethink about a less "goldish gaudy" decor. Simplicity would have been much better. The location is good. It's not in the center but we walked. The hotel also provides a shuttle service which stops at 6 pm. As another client wrote, "If gilt and glitz is your style, then go". This is not mine.

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Villa e Palazzo Aminta

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Restaurant Le Isole

I Mori Restaurant

Beach & Pools

Swimming Pool

Private Beach

Spa & Wellness

Palazzo AMINTA Spa

Gym

Wifi, Parking & Shuttle

Wifi & Parking

Shuttle Service

About the location

Transfer time

Superior Park View Balcony

Facilities

Deluxe Side Lake View Balcony

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Deluxe Lake View Balcony

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Junior Suite Lake View Balcony

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Early Booking Discount

Free Night Offer

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