Best Luxury Hotels in Lombardy

Nhow Milano, a pioneering design disrupter, is the hotel that helped shape modern-day Zona Tortona, the sought-after fashion and design district of Milan. The hotel has 246 rooms and suites and some of the best meeting spaces in the area. Set above the bold and playful nhow Milano is Vertigo Milano by Purobeach, the rooftop destination for people in the know. With its glass-bottom pool, stylish sun decks, circular plunge pools, and cocktail bar, this is no hideaway, it’s the place to be. Sunbathe, swim, sip Franciacorta, dine under the stars or dance into the night, this is Milan’s summer playground in the sky.

In the buzzing Navigli district of Milan lies the modern and luxurious Aethos Milan with 32 vintage Italian-style rooms, suites and an apartment featuring original décor. The Aethos Dependance apartment is located mere steps from the main hotel building and offers charming views of the Darsena. Guests can opt to dine in the divine ZAÏA restaurant with its Mediterranean menu which has influences from all over Italy and the countries that influenced their cuisine. Be sure to stop by the The Doping Bar for an expertly crafted cocktail by one of the inventive mixologists or take part in any of the exciting events. Aethos offers a private member’s club offering benefits in their hotels and restaurants with a club location in this hotel. The hotel also boasts a fully equipped fitness centre and diverse private event space options.

Located a short walk away from the Milano Centrale train station, Excelsior Hotel Gallia opened in 1932 and has since been completely renovated with the help of the acclaimed designer Marco Piva. Its rooms all include a flat-screen television, free wi-fi and room-service, while upgrading to a suite will provide guests with a small cooking area, an espresso machine and a butler service. Furthermore, the hotel has its own spa, gym, wine cellar and lounge, as well as a selection of bars and restaurants.

Hotel Indigo Milan – Corso Monforte is yet another sensational luxurious getaway to be included in IHG Hotel’s expertly curated portfolio. This boutique hotel is a short walk from the iconic Duomo of Milan and right in the heart of the historical centre. It has been beautifully designed with contemporary furnishings in each of its 51 guestrooms which are perfectly in keeping with Milan’s historical and fashionable reputation. There is a modern fitness centre complete with excellent equipment and open 24 hours a day. The on-site Restaurant Mezzo offers tasty and traditional Italian cuisine for lunches and dinners while Mezzo serves early morning breakfasts and late-night cocktails. This elegant hotel makes for the perfect venue when it comes to hosting any event and its function spaces are fully equipped with state-of-the-art for hosting sophisticated and professional meetings.

Hyatt Centric Milan Centrale is conveniently located near the bustling Milano Centrale station and offers a true Milanese experience. The pet-friendly hotel is located where old meets new and boasts 141 comfortable and contemporary guestrooms including 17 suites – two Deluxe, five Premium, five King, four Terrace, and one Skyline Suite. Exquisite food and beverages are available at the three on-site bars and restaurants – Rivington Cucina New York, Organics SkyGarden @ Cielo, and Intermezzo – where there is truly something for everyone. There is a state-of-the-art fitness centre and blissful Wellness Area for complete relaxation far removed from the lively metropolis. There are a range of options when it comes to hosting an event with Hyatt Centric Milan Centrale and sumptuous catering is on hand.

Château Monfort is a five-star sanctuary, part of the exclusive Relais & Châteaux family, in the very heart of Milan and its location allows for easy exploration of this iconic city. A stone’s throw from the iconic Duomo and Teatro alla Scala, this hotel is the perfect blend of classical and contemporary style. There are 77 lavish guestrooms and suites available and suitable for guests of all ages. Each room is beautifully and uniquely decorated and is a welcoming haven away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Dining is an experience at this hotel thanks to the stunning décor of Restaurant Rubacuori while guests can partake in wine tasting at the traditional Cella di Baccio wine cellar or indulge in a cocktail or two at Bar Mezzanotte. Guests can feel at home thanks to the range of amenities including a fully equipped fitness centre or experience bliss at Spa “Amore & Psiche” thanks to the range of treatments to soothe your body and mind.

When you’ve visited the delightful town of Sirmione, you’ll understand why this area of Lake Garda is one of the most popular of tourist destinations. A stay at the 5-star Palace Hotel will allow that extra time needed to explore this most beautiful area of north Italy. Situated in the old town area, a five-minute stroll through the cobbled streets of old will have you entering the alluring Italian-style gardens with their marble fountains, statues, fragrant shrubs and flowering plants. With much use made of marble and ceramics in reception and guest rooms, the interior has a light contemporary feel, while the location provides the most stunning of backdrops.

High above the sleepy lakeside town of Gargnano sits the Lefay & Spa Resort. A popular hotel for those seeking a tranquil, wellness, getaway-from-it-all break, with all the trimmings of 5-star opulence. The resort sits in 27 acres of wooded nature park. Stunning panoramic views across Lake Garda can be had from your room’s terrace. With the warm Mediterranean climate and a spa which has won awards for improving clients’ sleep and posture problems, you will return home refreshed and rejuvenated.

The Grand Hotel Fasano sits on the edge of Lake Garda and close to the popular Gardone Riviera. Built in the 18th century as a hunting lodge for Austrian aristocracy, the Ville Principe was converted into a luxury hotel in 1888, with the second part of the hotel added in 1903. An elegant 5-star hotel, rooms are bright and airy with all the usual 5-star extras including a laptop in each room. Enjoy breakfast on your terrace overlooking the lake, before taking advantage of the well-equipped wellness centre, spa and swimming pools.

This boutique guesthouse follows an ethos of authenticity and personalised service, catering to a new generation of travellers. It comes from Neri Baccheschi Berti, whose family launched the award-winning Castello di Vicarello in Tuscany, and it only recently became a hotel; prior to this, it had been the Legnano racing bike factory and the Baccheschi Berti family’s fashion brand studio/showroom. Guests can curl up in the sitting room with a good book from Vico Milano’s curated library, work out in the gym and spend evenings in the hotel’s speakeasy bar, sampling Baccheschi Berti award-winning organic wines and nibbling on classic Italian snacks.

Enjoying the dually beautiful location of the small town of Bellagio and Lake Como’s Bay of Pescallo with the Alps in the background, Hotel Belvedere is a charming hotel that has been in the same family for five generations, since 1880. Just a short walk away from the picturesque town centre, this hillside gem is a true retreat complete with swimming pool, jacuzzi, and spa. Luxury rooms and suites, a library, a bar, a restaurant that serves the best of local produce, and immaculate gardens make the Hotel Belvedere an ideal place to enjoy Lake Como.

A 19th-century mansion at the water’s edge, this five-star hotel by R Collection occupies an idyllic spot, surrounded by extensive gardens. Inside, the Art-Nouveau design building celebrates art concepts and Made in Italy. It has a lake view restaurant and gourmet restaurants, two bars, an outdoor heated swimming pool and a Technogym. Grand Hotel Victoria’s Erre Spa is quite something, with water paths, aroma and chromotherapy, an ice room, Himalayan Salt Room, tropical and waterfalls showers, a Kneipp path and an indoor pool surrounded by four-poster day beds. Rooms are sleek and contemporary, with style nodding to the early 20th century. Some come with balconies, but all have minibars and aircon.