
Tremezzina, Lake Como, Italy
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
A palace of Art Nouveau dreams, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo is the vibrant, velvet-clad soul of Lake Como. Since 1910, this family-owned masterpiece has stood as a beacon of belle époque glamour, overlooking the "Pearl of the Lake," Bellagio. With its signature orange awnings, lush botanical gardens, and the famous floating pool, it offers a cinematic experience that manages to be both profoundly historic and playfully modern.
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Facilities
The Pools: Three distinct swimming experiences, most notably "Water on the Water"—a heated pool floating directly on the lake. There is also the secluded Flowers Pool and the T Spa infinity pool.
T Beach: A private beach club on the lakefront with real sand, white cabanas, and views of Bellagio.
Private Marina: The hotel’s own collection of vintage wooden speedboats—Ruy and Batt—are available for private tours of the lake's hidden villas.
Rooms & Suites
The 75 rooms and 12 suites are a masterclass in Italian craftsmanship—think Como silk, period antiques, and Carrara marble.
Park View Rooms: Overlooking 20,000 sqm of century-old botanical gardens, these rooms offer a tranquil, green-hued sanctuary.
Lake View Rooms: The classic choice, featuring private balconies that frame the Grigne mountains and the glistening waters of the lake.
Rooftop Suites: The ultimate in luxury, featuring expansive private terraces and outdoor heated Jacuzzis with 180° panoramas of the water.
Suite Emilia: Located in the 18th-century Villa Emilia, this suite offers a more residential, private-villa feel with its own dedicated spa access.
Wellness & Spa
T Spa: A 1,000 sqm sanctuary in the 18th-century Villa Emilia, featuring a Mediterranean hammam, a panoramic sauna, and treatments by Santa Maria Novella.
Fitness: A state-of-the-art gym and a clay tennis court nestled in the upper gardens.
Wine & Dine
The culinary program is a tribute to Italian heritage, featuring the only restaurant in the world authorized to serve the masterpieces of the legendary Gualtiero Marchesi.
La Terrazza Gualtiero Marchesi: Fine dining on the most beautiful terrace on the lake. Signature dishes include the gold-leaf saffron risotto (Riso, Oro e Zafferano).
L’Escale Trattoria & Wine Bar: A cozy, informal spot for regional Italian favorites and an impressive cellar of over 400 labels.
Da Giacomo al Lago: A collaboration with the famed Milanese institution, serving fresh seafood and salt-crusted fish right at the water’s edge.
T Bar: The place to be for a "T Ribbon" cocktail and live piano music as the sun sets behind the mountains.
T Pizza: Hidden in the gardens, offering wood-fired pizzas in a relaxed, poolside setting.
Budget
Grand Hotel Tremezzo is a seasonal destination (typically open March to November). In the shoulder season, rates start at approximately €850–€1,100 per night. During the peak summer months, lake-view rooms and suites range from €1,800 to over €5,000 per night.
Local Guide
Location & Setting
Tremezzo sits in the most central and spectacular part of the lake, making it the perfect base for water-bound exploration.
Explore
Villa Carlotta (5 min walk): Located right next door, explore its magnificent botanical gardens and neoclassical art collection.
Bellagio (15 min by boat): Cross the water to wander the steep, cobbled streets and visit the gardens of Villa Melzi.
Villa del Balbianello (10 min by boat): The most romantic villa on the lake, famous for its cinematic history (James Bond, Star Wars).
Varenna (20 min by boat): A charming, colorful village on the eastern shore, perfect for a quiet lunch and a walk through Villa Monastero.
The Greenway: An 10km walking path that passes right by the hotel, winding through ancient villages and lakeside gardens.
How to Get There
By Air: Milan Malpensa (MXP) is the most convenient airport, approximately a 75-minute drive. Milan Linate (LIN) is about 90 minutes away.
By Train: Take the train from Milan to Como San Giovanni (40 mins), followed by a 45-minute scenic drive or a 40-minute hydrofoil ride to Tremezzo.
By Water: For the most "84 Rooms" arrival, the hotel can arrange a private vintage motorboat transfer from Como town directly to their private dock.
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Grand Hotel Tremezzo
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