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Sitting at the base of the Alps and labelled as the third-largest lake in Italy, Lake Como is located in Italy’s northern region of Lombardy. The deep blue waters and stunning vistas have captured the hearts of many travellers, with Milan being only 20 minutes by helicopter or an hour by car. While the region was once mostly renowned for its grand stately hotels and historic villas, more recent openings are appealing to a new generation of jet-set visitors.

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Below is our conclusive guide of the best hotels to stay in and restaurants to visit for the perfect getaway in Lake Como. 

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Hotels
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Il Sereno

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Sitting on the lakefront in the postcard-perfect town of Torno is Il Sereno, one of Lake Como’s most modern hotels. Boasting 30 luxurious designer suites, each with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking breathtaking lake views, freestanding bathtubs and waterfront balconies. The hotel also features a 60-foot-long infinity pool and an elegant terrace offering incredible views. Guests can also enjoy exquisite modern Italian cuisine at the Michelin-starred restaurant Berton Al Lago, offering freshly caught fish from the lake and world-class Italian wines. 

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Mandarin Oriental

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One mile from Il Sereno Hotel in the small village of Blevio lies the lavish 19th-century villa, Mandarin Oriental. With an array of stunning luxury suites, penthouses and villas, you’ll be met with fresh flowers, sunken bathtubs and plush king-size beds. Enjoy a traditional massage in the extensive wellness spa inspired by the crystal clear lake waters and al fresco dining on the lakefront at L'Aria Restaurant offering refined Italian cuisine with a Japanese twist.

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Grand Hotel Tremezzo

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The extremely elegant Grand Hotel Tremezzo is set right on the water’s edge with beautifully understated interiors and elegant antique furnishings. Boasting large sun terraces, peaceful gardens and an excellent immersive spa. The lake-view suites offer butler services, an outdoor hot tub and a private terrace. Downstairs awaits the fine dining restaurant, La Terrazza, which is overseen by the world-renowned Modern Italian Cuisine Chef Gualtiero Marchesi. 

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Restaurants

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Berton al Lago

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With arguably the best view of Lake Como, Berton Al Lago sits right on the water's edge. The restaurant culminates the culinary genius of Michelin star chef Andrea Berton to create innovative, fresh and decadent fine dining in this sought-after location inside the 5-star hotel Il Sereno. For dinner, there is a choice of four elaborate tasting menus consisting of several courses, paired with the best wines of the region.

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Ristorante Filo

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Located in the Filario Hotel & Residences with magnificent views of the lake, the restaurant has been recently renovated with great attention to detail and unique architectural design features. Serving authentic traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist, the menu changes daily and always maintains the highest quality and freshest seasonal ingredients to transform every meal into a unique culinary experience.

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Materia

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Under the watchful eye of chef Davide Caranchini located in Cernobbio, the Michelin-starred restaurant Materia specialises in working with local vendors and seasonal produce to create technical and tasteful masterpieces. The restaurant has a minimal, modern style and welcoming atmosphere. Each dish is curated to be a sensory journey of emotions, flavours and aromas. With firm menu favourites, the marinated trout with passion fruit and venison with black truffle and foie gras. 

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