Proudly perched on the shores of Lake Como, Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is one of the oldest and most elegant hotels in the area and the only five-star luxury hotel in Bellagio. It is uniquely situated on a promontory protruding halfway out into the lake so that whichever direction you look, you are surrounded by wonderful vistas -- visions of blue water kissing the green mountains of Lombardy.

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni opened its doors in 1873, and its opulent public rooms boast Murano glass chandeliers, sweeping marble staircases and frescoed ceilings. A more restrained Neo-Classical style characterizes the 81 guestrooms and Suites that are luxuriously furnished in teak wood and pastel tones of gray, green or pink to create a restful atmosphere. Many have breathtaking views of the lake, and all have spacious bathrooms with two sinks and a separate shower and tub.

The cuisine is of the highest quality. There is a choice of two restaurants: Terrazza Serbelloni serves top level Italian cuisine on a large terrace overlooking the lake, and provides a romantic setting with live music in the evenings. The Mistral is more informal and is wonderfully situated by the pool.

Italian gardens surround the hotel, featuring subtropical and Mediterranean plants that flourish as a result of the favorable climate and nearly all-year-round sunshine. The Villa Serbelloni SPA is the ideal place to regenerate your senses and pamper yourself with a wide range of beauty treatments and relaxing massages. Both an indoor and an outdoor pool are available for guest's use, as well as a trampoline and diving platform for those who wish to swim in the lake. Tennis courts and a well-equipped fitness center are right on the hotel premises, while there are several golf courses in the vicinity.

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