Villa and Palazzo Aminta , Lake Maggiore / Italy

Nature, art & culture come together create Lake Maggiore beauties, with its picturesque and fascinating islands.Little towns with elegance of many aristocratic mansions, including Villa & Palazzo Aminta, now a highly classy luxury Resort. , Stresa, Italy

Hotel Location

Hotel Villa e Palazzo Aminta , Via Sempione Nord 123 , 28838 Stresa , Italy

How to reach us

We suggest you some indications of how to reach the Hotel which is situated in Stresa (Vb) on the Piedmont's bank of the Lake Maggiore, overlooking the Gulf of Borromeo, in front of the marvelous Island Madre. (Panoramic coast highway of Sempione which from the town of Arona goes up to Ascona and Locarno on the Swiss Border).

By Car

From Sempione Pass Switzerland, we suggest to go forward when SS 33 becomes Highway A26 and exit at Baveno-Stresa. From San Bernardino-Bellinzona-Locarno Switzerland just follow the main road keeping the lake always on your left hand side until you reach Stresa (SS 34 until Verbania, then SS 33 direction Milan).

If you come from Milan, get A8 in direction of the lakes (Laghi - Sesto Calende), go on to A26 direction Gravellona Toce. On highway A26 you may exit at Arona and then follow SS 33 up to Stresa for about 18 Km keeping the lake on scenic road on your right hand side. You may also go forward on A26 and exit at Carpugnino (forbidden to buses) where you'll find a narrow road going down to Stresa (5 Km) with a wonderful panoramic view. Otherwise you can continue going till the exit Baveno-Stresa where the road will immediately reach the lakeside: you'll need to drive back to Stresa for about 5 Km with the lake on your left hand side.

Main driving distances and times: Firenze Km 390/[4 hours driving]/Milano Km 80 [50 min driving]/Roma Km 650 [7 hours driving]/Torino Km 135 [90 min driving]/Venezia Km 350 [4 hours driving]/Verbania Km 15 [10 min driving]/Locarno Switzerland Km 45 [50 min driving]

By Plane

The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa. From the airport you can reach Stresa by car, by bus, by train. The taxi service is available upon request at the moment of booking. From the airport you can also take an autobus till the railway station of Gallarate and from there take a train till Stresa (line Milan-Domodossola).

Moreover there is a service Alibus, the new shuttle bus direct from the airport to the main towns of the Lake Maggiore, can be booked upon request. If you prefer renting a car, go from the airport to highway A8 and then follow the above directions in the "by car" section.

Milano Linate National Airport Km 110 [75 min driving], Milano Malpensa International Airport Km 45 [50 min driving], Turin Airport Km 150 [ 2 hours driving]

By Train

Most of the frequent trains on the Milan-Domodossola line stop in Stresa. Furthermore daily trains from/to Milan, Turin, Venice and, through the Simplon Pass to/from Bruxelles, Geneva and Basel are direct to/from the Railway Station of Stresa, which is situated in the center of the town.

It takes about 50 minutes (Intercity) and 80 minutes (local trains) to reach the Central Station of Milan.

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Rooms

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Deluxe Lake View room

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Appeared on the noble side of the Resort overlooking the lake and the Borromeo Islands, those rooms have wide private balcony, working desk and chairs, Jacuzzi tub and/or shower, Acqua di Parma bath amenities, chenille bathrobe and slippers, with an average size of 26 sqm plus 9 sqm of balcony.
Can be twin bedded, triple occupancy and interconnecting with other Lake View rooms or with Junior Suites, Flower Suites or Belvedere Suite.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 35 m²

AMENITIES

• Wardrobe / cloakroom

• Wake up call system

• Lake view

• Bidet

• Connecting rooms facilities

• Moquette or parquet

• Soundproofing

• Flat screen TV 'SONY'

• Allergy-free solutions

• Sofa

• Wake-up

• Satellite TV channels

• Hair dryer

• Adjustable air Conditioning system

• Private wide balcony

• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer

• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom

• Electronic safety deposit box

• Chenille bathrobe

• WC

• Slippers

• Heating system

• Working desk

• Jacuzzi tub

• DVD player

• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities

• Free Wi-Fi connection

• Pillows menu

• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.

• Pure goose down coverlets.

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Junior Suite Lake View

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The Junior Suites are positioned on the first floor of the Resort, overlooking the garden and the pool and with a astonishing view on the lake and Borromeo Islands from their huge private terrace with vegetation and banister.
The spacious rooms of about 53 sqm have Jacuzzi tub and/or shower, Acqua di Parma bath amenities, chenille bathrobe and slippers, a living area highly decorated with working desk, chairs and sofa.
They can be twin bedded, triple occupancy and be interconnecting with Deluxe Lake View room.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 53 m²

AMENITIES

• Wardrobe / cloakroom

• Wake up call system

• Lake view

• Bidet

• Connecting rooms facilities

• Moquette or parquet

• Soundproofing

• Flat screen TV 'SONY'

• Allergy-free solutions

• Sofa

• Private terrace

• Wake-up

• Satellite TV channels

• Hair dryer

• Adjustable air Conditioning system

• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer

• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom

• Electronic safety deposit box

• Chenille bathrobe

• WC

• Slippers

• Heating system

• Working desk

• Jacuzzi tub

• DVD player

• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities

• Free Wi-Fi connection

• Pillows menu

• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.

• Pure goose down coverlets

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Flower Suite Lake View

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All the Flower Suites (or Bi-level Suites) are located on the fourth floor of the Resort, at roof level, admiring the Liberty style decoration of the Villa.
From there you can have a breathtaking view on the whole Borromeo Gulf and on the Islands, just in front of the hotel.
On ground floor, the bedroom and bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and/or shower, Acqua di Parma bath amenities, chenille bathrobe and slippers, workings desk with chair and a private balcony.
Upstairs, a cosy living room with TV/DVD facilities that can be also switched into another double or twin bedded bedroom, suitable for families.
Bi-level suites can be twin bedded, triple or quadruple occupancy and be interconnecting with Deluxe Lake View rooms.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 49 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Lake view
• Bidet
• Connecting rooms facilities
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Living room
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Private wide balcony
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets.

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Belvedere Suite Lake view

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With breathtaking views on the Lake Maggiore and famous Borromeo Islands, the Belvedere Suites are all very spacious (approx 60 sqm), with main bedroom and walk in closet, large living room, private balcony (14 sqm) and cosy bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, marble sink, separate walk in shower and Acqua di Parma bath products. Can host up to four adults, be twin bedded and communicate with Deluxe Lake Front view rooms as well as with Liz Taylor Suites.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 74 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Lake view
• Bidet
• Connecting rooms facilities
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Living room
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Private wide balcony
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets.

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Suite Liz Taylor lake view

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Dedicated to the world famous homonymous actress who stayed there during the 60s, with astonishing views on Lake Maggiore and Borromeo Islands, the two Liz Taylor Suites are located on third and fourth floor of the Palazzo wing of the Resort (approx 122 sqm). They have spacious bedroom overlooking the lake, walk in closet, business office, wide elegant living room and cosy bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, separate walk in shower and Acqua di Parma bath products. Three private and large balconies (approx 38 sqm) overlooking the lake and the magnificent garden offer unforgettable panoramas. Can accommodate up to six persons, be twin bedded and be communicating with Belvedere Lake Front view Suites. They can be connecting.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included 

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 160 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Lake view
• Bidet
• Connecting rooms facilities
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Living room
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Private wide balcony
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets

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La Borromea suite lake view

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Breakfast for two included

Reading a book, music listening or just relax, everything is a true experience at La Borromea Suite, our jewel of the crown (approx 105 sqm), located on top of the Resort Palazzo wing, with private stairs and elevator.
A very large bedroom with two queen sized beds, spacious round living room under the wooden dome-shaped roof overlooking the lake and the famous Borromeo Islands. Mosaics bathroom with large Jacuzzi tub, separate walk in shower, double sink and Acqua di Parma bath products.
Private huge solarium (approx 100 sqm) on top of the Resort roof with private Jacuzzi pool overlooking the enchanting Lake Maggiore.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 115 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Lake view
• Bidet
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Living room
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Private wide balcony
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets

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Double room park view

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 Suitable for a relaxing and comfort stay, surrounded by luxuriant Resort gardens and vegetation, all the rooms have private balcony or terrace, Jacuzzi tub and/or shower, Acqua di Parma bath amenities, chenille bathrobe and slippers, with an average size of 22 sqm plus 8 sqm of balcony.
Can be twin bedded, triple occupancy and be interconnecting with other Park view rooms or Side Lake view rooms.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 30 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Bidet
• Connecting rooms facilities
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Park view
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Private wide balcony
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets.

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Deluxe Side Lake View room

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Deployed towards the Resort garden, are equipped with private balconies from which to enjoy of a magnificent view on the Lake and famous Borromeo Islands. All furnished with elegance, Jacuzzi tub and/or shower,
Acqua di Parma bath amenities, chenille bathrobe and slippers, have an average size or 22 sqm plus 8 sqm of balcony.
Can be twin bedded, triple occupancy and be interconnecting with other Deluxe Side Lake view rooms as well as with Superior Park view rooms.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 30 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Lake view
• Bidet
• Connecting rooms facilities
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Private wide balcony
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets.

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Deluxe Villa Amintina Lake View room

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Max guests 2

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 38 m²

Located in a peaceful Cottage surrounded by the Resort garden, they have private patio overlooking on main building and on Lake Maggiore.
All equipped with a working desk and chairs, Jacuzzi tub and/or shower, Acqua di Parma bath amenities, chenille bathrobe and slippers, have an average size of 24 sqm plus 14 sqm of private patio.
Reachable directly by car with private parking, can be twin bedded, triple occupancy and be interconnecting with same Villa Amintina room category.

Max guests 2

Breakfast for two included

Bed size(s) 1 extra-large double bed

Room size 38 m²

AMENITIES
• Wardrobe / cloakroom
• Wake up call system
• Lake view
• Bidet
• Connecting rooms facilities
• Moquette or parquet
• Soundproofing
• Flat screen TV 'SONY'
• Allergy-free solutions
• Sofa
• Patio
• Wake-up
• Satellite TV channels
• Hair dryer
• Adjustable air Conditioning system
• Selection of in-room minibar including mineral water, soft drinks and beer
• Direct telephone line in room and bathroom
• Electronic safety deposit box
• Chenille bathrobe
• WC
• Slippers
• Heating system
• Working desk
• Jacuzzi tub
• DVD player
• ACQUA DI PARMA bath amenities
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Pillows menu
• Welcome in-room bottle of mineral water with daily replacement.
• Pure goose down coverlets.

Restaurants

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Italian Restaurant I Mori

The Mori, the Italian restaurant of Villa and Palazzo Aminta, offers fresh and top quality raw materials, offering its guests a rich menu that combines recipes of Italian tradition and the most modern cooking techniques.
A breathtaking view of Lake Maggiore and the Borromeo Islands offers a typical Italian cooking experience and a wine card with more than 450 labels. It can accommodate up to 35 people.
You will ask the Chef directly to prepare your dish, discovering the secrets of the preparation.

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Restaurant Le Isole

The main Le Isole restaurant with its elegant halls, paintings and stuccos, is the ideal place for successful events, wedding ceremonies or romantic candlelight dinners, where to enjoy of both excellent food and magic atmosphere.

Able to host up to 180 guests, with a panoramic terrace overlooking the lake and just in front of the three famous Borromeo islands, the restaurant is open all day long, for breakfast, lunch and dinner, accessible also to non resident guests and offers international dishes as well as typical Italian cuisine mixed with a variety of fine wines from the stocked Villa Aminta cellar.

Cooking classes, show cooking, wine tasting and cocktail lessons can also be organized with pleasure by our Chefs and sommeliers.

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Winery

 Try the best wines of the winery , guided by the our Sommelier 

Activities

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Unforgettable Ceremonies

Framed by the famous Borromeo Islands, Villa & Palazzo Aminta is an elegant and exclusive venue where to celebrate your special and unforgettable event.

The Resort team will be at your disposal and will take care of every detail with competence and professionalism to make your ceremony, may it be a baptism, confirmation, graduation or a silver or golden wedding anniversary, a real success.

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Evening Cocktails

The elegant and refined halls of Villa & Palazzo Aminta invite the guests to relish a delightful magical moment in a splendid frame with absolute relax, fascinated from the charm of the Borromeo Islands and the Gulf. 

The barman of the Italian villa-style Bar dei Principi, open from early morning till late night, offers a variety of delicious cocktails to be shared with your friends or guests.

Piano Bar and soft music entertainment during the summer season.

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Conferences & Meetings

The Borromeo Hall, situated on the ground floor of Villa & Palazzo Aminta presents an amazing view of the Lake Maggiore and the Borromeo Islands on the one side and a splendid view on the magnificent garden in blossom on the other.

Delicately furnished and decorated with stucco work and tapestry, the Hall is embellished with precious chandeliers and ornaments and it is of 96 sq.m.

It allows the maximum capacity for meetings from 15 to 100 persons. It can be equipped with any audio and video facilities on request.

The Hotel can also offer you a more cozy Hall of 40 sq.m., the Hall Amintina, with a magnificent view on the Borromeo islands, ideal for meetings and conferences where the concentration is important. The Hall's capacity is up to 40 persons.

Coffee break is available on request in our restaurant Il Calamondino, restaurant Le Isole, in our Bar dei Principi or on the terrace overlooking the Lake Maggiore.

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Leisure & Activities

Outdoor swimming pool with solarium and private garden beach fading into the lake waters, with benches, chaise longues and beach umbrellas.

• Three private docks and two mooring buoys

• Private boat trips and excursions, especially to the Borromeo Islands and Monastery of Santa Caterina al Sasso

• Summer and Winter sports (Water skiing, parachute, water jet ski, quad bikes, horse riding, hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoes,)

• Golf facilities (Golf des Iles Borromées, Golf Club Alpino, Golf & Sporting Club Verbania, Golf Club Castel Conturbia, and others)

• High Class Cooking lessons with our Chef, with souvernir gift.

• Cocktail lessons with our Barman

• Wine tasting amongst over 300 wine labels from Villa AMINTA cellar

Resort facilities

• Room Service 24/h

• Concierge service

• Luggage delivery and parking / garage service

• Private Limousine and Helicopter services

• Private round trip free minivan shuttle service to Stresa

• Bike rental service

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Golf Clubs

Villa & Palazzo Aminta is very close or surrounded by some of the most exclusive and challenging golf courses in northern Italy and lake region, with which the Resort has particular conditions for its valuable guests.

Golf des Iles Borromées
5 km from Hotel, 18 holes, par 72

Golf Club Alpino
5 km from Hotel, 9 holes, par 69
10 km from Hotel, 9 holes, par 34,
SSS 66, 2.435 m + 9 holes Executive

Golf Club Castelconturbia
25 km from Hotel, 18+9 holes, 6.162+3.081 m, par 73

Circolo Golf Piandisole
25 km from Hotel, 9 holes, 5.023 m, par 68/67

Arona Golf
30 km from Hotel, 9 holes

Golf Club Villa la Motta
35 km from Hotel, 18 holes, 6.400 m, par 72

Golf Club Patriziale Ascona
40 km from Hotel, 18 holes, 5.893 m, par 71

Golf Club Varese
45 km from Hotel, 18 holes, 5.942 m, par 72/71

For more information or booking your golf please contact our concierge@above-5.com or concierge@above5stars.com or chat with us via our website chat !!!

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Stresa & The Borromeo Islands

Stresa, a delightful little town, on the shore of Lake Maggiore, in front of the Borromeo Islands, is situated in the perfect setting between the water and the hills of Mount Mottarone. Renowned all over the world, it's a very prestigious site for high class tourism and business trips. An authentic jewel with a high standard cultural level. It's the center for meetings and events, sports competitions, and world known artistic expositions. In the past, Stresa has been one of the favourite retreat of the British royal and Elisabeth of Sassonia, artists and philosophers also Dickens, Flaubert and Fogazzaro decanted this pretty town in their writings.

Isola Bella [5 minutes by boat from hotel’s private jetties], is the prettiest of the three islands. Count Vitaliano Borromeo started building the monumental baroque palace in 1670, visited by thousands of tourists every year. Inestimable works of art are preserved in the Borromeo residence. The terraced gardens, which made Isola Bella famous all over the world, are rich in all varieties of rare plants and flowers and are a peerless example of an Italian garden of that time. On the island there are many bars, restaurants and shops selling handcraft products and souvenirs.

Isola Madre [10 minutes by boat from hotel’s private jetties], is the largest and the most picturesque of the Borromeo Islands, famous for its luxuriant botanical gardens of rare plants and exotic flowers coming from all over the world, rich of azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias. The palace is extremely interesting with its period furnishing and collection of uniforms, dolls and porcelains. The exhibition of Teatrini delle Marionette (Puppet’s theatres) from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries is remaekable, the only existing Palace Theatre which has come down to us intact through the centuries. The marvellous backcloths was made by master Alessandro Sanquirico (1777-1849), stage-designer at the Teatro alla Scala of Milan, and Carlo Fontana, stage-designer at the Teatro Regio in Turin.

Isola Pescatori [5 minutes by boat from the hotel’s private jetties], is a fascinating and typical fisherman island that owes its name to the activity of its inhabitants. The charm of this islet, unchanged over the centuries, is due to the simplicity and rustic innocence of its houses. Excellent restaurants offer the opportunity of tasting some of the best fresh water fish dishes.

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Botanical Gardens

The Villa Pallavicino botanical gardens [3 minutes by car from the Hotel] are well-known for the variety of its centuries-old trees, the beauty of its flowers and the luxuriant of the vegetation, with a astonishing view over Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains. It is also well known for the several species of exotic animals. The park extends over about 16 hectares and is open to the public.

The Alpinia botanical gardens [10 minutes by car from the Hotel] can be found on the hillside of Stresa. A wide natural terracing extends for about 40.000 square meters and offers an incredible view on Lake Maggiore, over the Borromeo Islands and the surrounding Alpine chains. The main feature of Alpinia gardens is the variety of thousands of different species that come from the alpine and sub-alpine plain of the Alps.

Villa Taranto and its Botanical Gardens [20 minutes by car from the hotel], is an idyllic place for nature lovers. Located on Castagnola promontory, close to Verbania Pallanza, is rich of thousands of plants imported from all over the world and extremely rare collections have been laid out artistically in a background of unrivalled beauty between the Lake and the mountains.

The gardens have been open to the public since 1932 and are visited by countless groups of enthusiastic visitors every year.

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Sightseeing Tours & Excursions

Mount Mottarone [30 minutes by car from the Hotel, 18 minutes by cableway], is an ideal excursion for walks and hiking. From his peak you can admire meadows, streams, and exceptional stirring views. Lake Maggiore and six other lakes, the marvellous circle of the Italian and Swiss Alps with the Mount Rosa, can also be seen from the top of Mottarone. The resort is equipped for winter sports. In about 18 minutes by cableway you can enjoy a superlative view of the lake and the majestic Alpine chain.

Locarno and Cento Valli [60 Km by car to Locarno], this circular tour through some of the most beautiful parts of our area is an interesting and unforgettable excursions for an all-day trip. Leaving Stresa by train to Domodossola and proceeding from there with the Centovalli railway to Locarno – Switzerland. The back way to Stresa can also be done by boat or hydrofoil and the whole trip can be done backwards.

Macugnaga and Monte Rosa [60 minutes by car from the Hotel], is a charming mountain resort at the foot of Mount Rosa, the highest peak in Europe, situated in an extraordinary beautiful Alpine setting. Signs of the "Walsers" the settlers of German origin who founded Macugnaga 18 centuries ago, can still be found today in the characteristic stone and wood building, in the language and in the embroidered costumes that the women still wear.

A rich environmental, cultural and traditional heritage which Macugnaga has preserved and known how to turn to account with modern tourist services, sporting and spare time facilities.

Piero Chiara a famous writer of the lakes, wrote "Orta. God's water-colour, seems to be painted on a silk background, with its Sacro Monte at the back its splendid arenne flanked by closed palaces, the silent square with the demure facades behind the foliage of the horse chestnuts, and in front of the island of San Giulio, similar to the lofty Purgatory of Dante, hesitant between water and sky." We highly suggest this romantic excursion [30 minutes by car from the Hotel], in this very pretty old town, specially indicated for couples in love.

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Art, History and Culture

The Sanctuary of Santa Caterina del Sasso [15 minutes by boat and 55Km by car], was built in the rocks in the late twelfth century by Alberto Besozzi from Arolo, a merchant who retired there to lead a life of a recluse. It's one of the most suggestive sites on the lake, where the view encompasses the Piedmont shoreline as far as the Borromeo Gulf and the Mottarone peak.

Angera's fortress with the Doll's Museum [boat distance from the Resort], is the Fortress that was originally built by the Visconti family. It houses the admirably frescoed Sala di Giustizia and the Castellana Tower, from which to admire a amazing view on the lake. The fortress or “Rocca” became property of the Borromeo family in 1449 and they converted it into their residence. In 1988 the first Italian Museo della Bambola (Dolls's Museum) was inaugurated inside this medieval building.

We suggest a pleasant stroll in the heart of Milan [50 minutes by car from the Resort], visiting the historical centre, that incorporates the elegant fashion district (Via Montenapoleone and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele) and exploring its jewels: "Teatro alla Scala" the world's most famous opera house, "Brera Art Gallery" full of inestimable masterpieces of Italian art, "Castello Sforzesco and Duomo" the gothic cathedral. There are many refined restaurants, bars and fashionable clubs.

Turin [1,15 hour by car from the Resort], is one of the most romantic and aristocratic city in Italy. You can find high level cultural and artistic treasures. Between great baroque palaces and high- tech modern structures. You can find many interesting restaurants and clubs along the river where all the trendy people spend their evening.

For more information please contact our concierge@above-5.com or concierge@above5stars.com or chat with us via our website chat !!!

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Dog Friendly

Villa e Palazzo Aminta loves dogs and desire that each guests be pampered, why leave your dog at home?

The dog friendly program comes into Villa e Palazzo Aminta, we are glad to accommodate our friends.
We thought to reserve some spaces in the hotel for your friend, taking care of every details and make him like a King.

ROOMS

The rooms can accomodate small and medium-sized dogs. A Dog Menu, for your pet, will be at your disposal.
In the room, await for your dog a welcome pack, a corner equipped with everything for them signed DOGGYLY, fresh water, biscuit and a comfortable and soft kennel for your travel companion. All of their dedicated DOGGYLY line products can be purchased directly at the hotel.

The dogs can also enter the lobby and the restaurant's terrace, leashed and thus be their hotel guests.

Veterinary service, Dog shopping and Dog "coiffure" upon request to the Concierge.

VILLA AMINTINA

Villa Amintina, with direct access to the garden, can accommodate medium and large dogs, leaving them free to run and stay with you.
A Dog Menu, for your pet, will be at your disposal.
In the room, await for your dog a welcome pack, a corner equipped with everything for them signed DOGGYLY, cool water, biscuit and a comfortable and soft kennel for your travel companion. All of their dedicated DOGGYLY line products can be purchased directly at the hotel.

The dogs can also enter the lobby and the restaurant's terrace, leashed and thus be their hotel guests.

Veterinary service, Dog shopping and Dog "coiffure" upon request to the Concierge.

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Amenities or ask the concierge

Amenities

Internet

  • WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

  • Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Pool

  • Private beach area  – FREE
  • Outdoor pool (seasonal)  – FREE

Entertainment and family services

  • Evening entertainment  – FREE
  • VIP room facilities

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Restaurant (à la carte)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches

Family friendly

  • Family rooms
  • Babysitting/child services

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Bridal suite
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace

Spa & Wellness

  • Fitness centre  – FREE
  • Spa and wellness centre  – FREE
  • Massage
  • Hot tub/jacuzzi  – FREE
  • Hammam  – FREE
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Solarium  – FREE

Transport

  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Bikes available (free)
  • Car hire

Activities

  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Diving
  • Windsurfing
  • Mini golf

Reception services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Ticket service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
  • Luggage storage  – FREE
  • Safety deposit box  – FREE

Shopping

  • Gift shop

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Newspapers  – FREE

Cleaning services

  • Laundry
  • Shoeshine  – FREE
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning

For more information please contact our concierge@above-5.com or concierge@above5stars.com or chat with us via our website chat !!!

SPA & Welnness

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Beauty and Spa

Our philosophy

Restore harmony: manipulating the body with the contact, enhancing the taste with nutrition, urging pleasure with luxury, sun, water, charm of a place, of art and nature. Here are the basic elements of our philosophy. Our life forces us to predominance of mind, reason and action. To balance this direction we need to act on physics and on our senses.

We have created a proposal for "physical" wellbeing, not mental , which meets in immediate, basic needs of pleasure that urges us to nature. This elementary proposal, physical, naturally includes the heat, the breeze, the pool water, the shore of the lake and the park, "Yin", the female of the spa's "Grotta" and the "Yang", the male of the sun of Lake Maggiore.

Our wellness care is based on the energetic balance through massage, baths, combination of movement and energy, relaxation and nutrition.

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Wellness Experience

For sure you will wonder what wellbeing is… to us, it means time, taste, pleasure, relax and some sin!

Wellbeing at Villa & Palazzo Aminta is an unforgettable experience where protagonists are the sun, the breeze, the view, the Healthy food by our Chef and an intimate moment of pleasure in our natural thermarium “Camelia’s Grotto”.

At the Italian I Mori restaurant, with its elegant round shaped gazebo in iron and crystal that overlooks the lake and the islands, you will taste and enjoy of typical Italian delicacies for lunch or dinner.

The Wellness Experience continues around the pool or close to the lake water in our private garden, and culminates in an intimate moment for you, your partner or friends at our unique Camelia’s Grotto, for a ancient ritual of pleasure.

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The “Camelia” Natural Grotto

Take your time in the exclusive Camelia Grotto, a natural cave lit by a diffused light, soft colours and shimmering gold flecks, enjoy a path of health and wellness between the steam bath, ice waterfall, Aromarium, sensory and Scottish showers that create rhythmic alternation of heat and cold.
Hydrochromotherapy in a whirlpool with geyser …. and a herbal infusion can be prepared for your joy in the relaxation area.

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Beauty and Spa Treatment's list

Eau d'Altitude Dolomitic Water

FACIAL CARE

HYDRAPLUS 50 min  

REVITALISING 50 min  

JUST RELAX 40 min 


FACIAL MASSAGE 25 min 

DEEP CLEANING & TAILORED TREATMENT 70 min 

BODY CARE & MASSAGE THERAPIES

POWER TONE CLASSIC 50 min 

BODY LIFT 50 min 

TOTAL RELAX 70 min 

SCRUB & TONE UP 60 min 

GOMMAGE with BASIC SALTS 40 min 

"VILLA AMINTA" SPECIAL 70 min

WAX DEPILATION

FULL BODY & SOOTHING MASSAGE 60 min 

FULL LEGS 40 min 

HALF LEGS OR BACK 30 min 

BIKINI 20 min 

ARMPITS 20 min 

ARMS 30 min 

EYEBROWS 20 min 

LIPS 20 min

BEAUTY FOR HANDS & FEET

MANICURE 45 min 

FRENCH MANICURE 55 min 

MANIC. WITH SEMI-PERMANENT NAIL POLISH 60 min 

PEDICURE 50 min 

FRENCH PEDICURE 60 min 

PEDIC. WITH SEMI-PERMANENT NAIL POLISH 60 min

HEALING PEDICURE 60 min 

SILKY HANDS (hands treatment) 55 min 

WALKING IN THE CLOUDS (foot treatment) 55 min 

Promotions

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Above-5.com Bonus night promotion

From March 2018 till 31 May 2018 and from 30 September 2018 till 28 October 2018 

When you book in the above period 4 nights stay in Villa E Palazzo Aminta Beauty and Spa , we give you a bonus of one nighty you only pay 3 nights 

That means stay 4 nights pay only 3 nights 

The above bonus night promotion is only availble on request and based on availibility of the rooms 

In order to book this promotion click HERE 

For more information please contact our concierge@above-5.com or concierge@above5stars.com or chat with us via our website chat !!!

Hotel Description

Hotel Villa & Palazzo Aminta

Nature, art & culture come together to create Lake Maggiore beauties, with its picturesque and fascinating islands and spectacular botanical gardens. Little towns are enliven by the elegance of many aristocratic mansions, including Villa & Palazzo Aminta, now a highly classy Resort surrounded by a luxuriant park overlooking the enchanting Borromeo Gulf.

Our philosophy

Restore harmony: manipulating the body with the contact, enhancing the taste with nutrition, urging pleasure with luxury, sun, water, charm of a place, of art and nature. Here are the basic elements of our philosophy. Our life forces us to predominance of mind, reason and action. To balance this direction we need to act on physics and on our senses.
We have created a proposal for "physical" wellbeing, not mental , which meets in immediate, basic needs of pleasure that urges us to nature. This elementary proposal, physical, naturally includes the heat, the breeze, the pool water, the shore of the lake and the park, "Yin", the female of the spa's "Grotta" and the "Yang", the male of the sun of Lake Maggiore.
Our wellness care is based on the energetic balance through massage, baths, combination of movement and energy, relaxation and nutrition.

Rooms

All rooms and Suites are equipped with pure goose down coverlets.

The Palazzo Restaurant 

The Italian restaurant of Villa and Palazzo Aminta, offers fresh and top quality raw materials, offering its guests a rich menu that combines recipes of Italian tradition and the most modern cooking techniques. A breathtaking view of Lake Maggiore and the Borromeo Islands offers a typical Italian cooking experience and a wine card with more than 450 labels. You will ask the Chef directly to prepare your dish, discovering the secrets of the preparation.

Summer and Winter Sports

Many are the sports facilities available at Villa & Palazzo AMINTA as well as many are the relaxing opportunities too.
The outdoor pool of the resort, equipped with beach umbrellas and chaise longues, overlooks the Borromeo islands and the lake, as well as the private beach from where to depart for an exciting excursion by boat to the islands or where to practice water skiing, watercrafts or parasailing.
The hotel provides a bicycle rent service to discover Stresa and its surroundings in a different way or a concierge boat service for excursions and cultural visits to the historical remains of the area. For Golf lovers, the 18 holes Des Iles Borromees Golf course (72 par – 6.122 mt) is just five minutes far from the Hotel, providing confidential green fees for our in-house guests.
Horseback riding, Zip-line park and other recreational activities are ready to let you spend your leisure time in the best way.
During the winter season, some of the main Swiss ski stations are close to Stresa and the Mottarone mountain skiing facilities are only 10 minutes away.
Villa & Palazzo AMINTA, the location for your adventurous experience.