Relais & Chateaux Villa Crespi

Pros: - very glam - amazing building and beautiful decor, feels like a palace - lovely terrace for sitting outside on a nice day with a drink - super comfortable bed and large rooms - the restaurant food was as good as fine dining gets - staff were lovely, both at restaurant and reception - the head waiter at the restaurant was very attentive and professional Cons: - no direct lake access from grounds - 20minute walk up/down hill, from main piazza in the town, difficult to get home at night after dinner unless you have a car or are okay with walking back all that way in the dark - the town streets are extremely narrow and minimal parking, so would require a confident driver to navigate this situation even with a car - limited room service options/times for “lazy” meal if can’t be bothered walking into town - restaurant closed on Mon/tues - no pool for those wanting to relax by the lake - shower was on the smaller side and low pressure and sometimes had only warm water - room temperature was set by the building so unable to regulate this if too warm/cold. I was warm so would open the large windows to let the room cool down during the day.

This hotel is breathtakingly beautiful! Feels like you're staying in your very own private castle. Stunning architecture, lavish rooms, a relaxing atmosphere, superb views of Lake Orta, convenient but secluded location, a world-class restaurant, delicious breakfast and faultless service from the staff!

Hotel is a master piece of architecture excellent staff

Rooms were comfortable and the staff were all very lovely.

Smiley, friendly welcome, amazing service Food was exceptional!