Passalacqua

Passalacqua is easily one of the most beautiful and elegant hotels in the world, with a rich history (it used to be the villa of the opera composer Bellini) and unparalleled attention to detail. i was impressed to find not only one, but three different Dyson hair accessories from the air warp to flat iron , in the bathroom. Everything is beautifully curated , from the outside garden overseeing the lake down to every accessory in the room.

Durante il periodo festivo e' possibile pranzare presso questo rinomato hotel che e' stato riconosciuto migliore albergo al mondo a buon dirittto. Piatti deliziosi della chef Viviana Varese, dal carciofo alla giudia alla tartare di manzo, dal risotto allo zafferano allo spaghettone alle vongole con note affumicate. Personale presente ma non invadente che mette gli ospiti a proprio agio.Disponibilita' a far visitre la pregiatissima cantina dei vini.Consigliatissimo per un pranzo tra amici o romantico di coppia, il conto e' adeguato al servizio e alla cucina.

Staying at Passalacqua was nothing short of extraordinary. This is, without a doubt, the most detail-oriented and breathtaking hotel I have ever experienced. Every corner of the property is thoughtfully designed—each piece of artwork, every flower arrangement, and the impeccable décor reflect a level of care and sophistication that sets this hotel apart. We had almost booked the Villa d’Este, and while we did have the chance to enjoy lunch there, it simply doesn’t compare. Villa d’Este is beautiful in its own right and certainly worth visiting, but Passalacqua offers a more updated, luxurious, and intimate experience. One highlight of our stay was the enchanting atmosphere created by the talented piano player in the main dining room. His performances elevated our dining experience to an entirely new level, perfectly complementing the ambiance of the hotel. His artistry was so moving that it made the meal feel like a memorable event in itself. Passalacqua is a gem that deserves every bit of praise it receives. If you’re looking for a truly unforgettable stay in Lake Como, this is the place.

I just returned from a trip to Italy with my in-laws. I had no roll in planning and was really just going where I was told, so I was oblivious to the hype around the hotel going into it. The other necessary context is that we were also traveling with a 14-month old baby. This meant that for many of the outings I stayed back for nap time with my daughter while my wife went with her family, then when she woke up, we would hang out at the hotel. The hotel itself is stunning. The grounds are gorgeous. However, other hotels are beautiful, and other grounds are beautiful, other locations are beautiful, etc. etc. What sets this hotel apart from anything else I have ever experienced was the staff. They were simultaneously very formal while also being so familiar that I had to remind myself that it is inappropriate to hug them after an interaction. I could say many things about them but I will share a few small anecdotes that perfectly incapsulate the experience. 1. For my daughter's afternoon nap, I would let her sleep on my chest somewhere outside on the grounds. Every time I did some staff member would see me, walk over and whisper to ask if the bambini would like a blanket. 2. After having lunch in the bar several times, the staff all knew her name and my daughter was getting more comfortable with them. While I was having lunch they would call her to walk to them then as she would walk to them they would act like they were going to tickle her and she would run back to me cackling. 3. When the weather took a turn for the worse, the spa manager noticed me walking with my daughter and came over to say, "sir, normally the spa is not for babies, but with this weather, your daughter will need something to do for fun. If you would like to use our indoor pool, just call the spa and I will tell you when it is empty so she can enjoy a swim." 4. At most hotels the housekeeping staff barely makes eye contact with you. here that is not the case. One evening, my daughter was wearing toddle "walking socks" that are sorta like hospital socks for babies, but she wanted to go outside and so her socks were getting wet. One of the housekeeping staff that looked like she was ending her day walked by us, and then without saying anything caught back up to us. She had retrieved a set of baby-sized hotel slippers and stopped to help me put them on my baby girl! I was so touched. When I relayed the story to the hotel manager he said, "as a father, I have goosebumps, and as a hotelier as well. I will relay this to the housekeeping team and they will appreciate it." 5. Lastly, on our last night at the hotel we sat down for a fancy candlelit dinner in the main dining room. A four year old (my niece) was having trouble sitting through dinner, so her mother told her that since she had already eaten enough she would set her up with her tablet to watch a movie in the next room while we finished dinner. When her father went to check on her, he found the hotel manager en

Die 3 Nächte waren schön und entspannend. Das Hotel - vor allem die Anlage und die „öffentlcihen Räume“ sind grandio, pompös und eben wie im Film. Der Service ist gut - vielleicht etwas zu bodenständig für den Preis und das Erlebnis. Das Essen ist erstklassig.

Ospiti del ristorante (non dell’ Hotel che non posso commentare). Accoglienza professionale. Il parco è tenuto perfettamente in uno stile non eccessivamente lezioso, e passeggiarci attraverso per raggiungere il balcone dove sono posizionati i tavoli all’ esterno e’ un piacere. Pianoforte dal vivo allieta gentilmente L atmosfera che comunque è rarefatta e con ospiti che ben si adattano all’ ambiente. Vista da mezza costa sul lago bellissima. La cena è stata buona, estremamente curata. Porzioni giuste, e carta raffinata ma anche con specialità locali. I prezzi un po’ alti, ma si paga sopratutto la location e il servizio. Lista dei vini a mio avviso un po’ troppo per stranieri (grandi nomi e grandi ricarichi ma non ho visto nessuna “chicca”).