Hotels Stresa, Guesthouses Stresa and Residences Stresa

Stresa is a renowned tourist destination of Piedmont which overlooks the shores of Lake Maggiore. It is particularly appreciated for its varied landscape which gathers an enchanting coastal area, gentle rolling hills, impressive mountains and three out of four Borromean Islands, Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori.

The popular Mottarone ski district and the gentle surrounding hills which cherish fascinating villages and picturesque hamlets are appreciated holiday destinations gathering elegant hotels overlooking the slopes, charming mountain huts and welcoming residences situated a short distance from the main ski-lift facilities. Heading towards the coast, which is the city's most ancient area, tourists will have the possibility to find comfortable guesthouses belonging to any category, as well as luxury hotels and cheap bed and breakfasts. Those looking for a romantic atmosphere can stay at the intimate hotels, inns and bed and breakfasts of Isola dei Pescatori.

The enchanting lakeside promenade, which abounds in lush gardens and is lined with impressive palm trees, welcomes those who reach Stresa by boat. A short distance from it are the city's most representative monuments and highlights, such as the beautiful piazza dell’Imbarcadero and piazza Marconi, the parish church of St. Ambrogio and the adjoining Villa Ducale, which were both realized in a Neoclassical style. Villa Ducale, the current Palazzo Bolongaro, is now the seat of Rosminiani International Centre, which promotes and organizes numerous cultural and literary events.
Like Palazzo Bolongaro, Villa Pallavicino is surrounded by a lush park which since several years has hosted an enchanting zoological garden gathering rare species of exotic animals, refreshment booths and funny attractions for both adults and children. The lovers of nature can visit Alpinia Botanical Garden in Gignese, which is situated on the top of a privileged panoramic position overlooking the central basin of Lake Maggiore. It gathers rare Alpine plants and a great variety of officinal herbs and is also the seat of the curious Museum of the Umbrella. It is possible to reach Alpinia Garden through a modern cableway which then leads up to the top of Mount Mottarone (1491 metres above sea level), which in turn hosts seven ski districts and is crossed by plenty of exciting slopes.
A traditional holiday destination for both water and winter sports enthusiasts, Stresa also attracts cultural tourists and the lovers of nature, since it cherishes an inestimable heritage which is especially spectacular in the beautiful Borromean Islands. Isola Bella is a fascinating chequerboard of outstanding works of art and naturalistic beauties; its Baroque palace and lush gardens are some of the most appreciated attractions of the whole region. Not to be missed is Isola Madre too, which is the largest island of the archipelago. Isola dei pescatori, which is still inhabited by fishermen all year round, is permeated with a magic atmosphere which is easily perceived in the small shops and restaurants which give tourists the possibility to buy and taste traditional local staples.