On Lake Como in the village of Moltrasio, the four-pearl Grand Hotel Imperiale has beautiful grounds and a location that's hard to beat. The property consists of the Villa Imperiale, a 1926 Art Nouveau building with a dozen rooms, and two modern wings. Its 121 rooms are a mixed bag, though, and aren't always up to the regal surroundings; some have lake views, but decor can be basic and tired. A large outdoor pool and a gourmet restaurant, Imperialino, both offer beautiful lake views, and there is a relaxing spa on site as well. The hotel is just a 20-minute drive to Como's city center, and makes a good, quiet base for exploring the area.
On Lake Como in the village of Moltrasio, the four-pearl Grand Hotel Imperiale has beautiful grounds and a location that's hard to beat. The property consists of the Villa Imperiale, a 1926 Art Nouveau building with a dozen rooms, and two modern wings. Its 121 rooms are a mixed bag, though, and aren't always up to the regal surroundings; some have lake views, but decor can be basic and tired. A large outdoor pool and a gourmet restaurant, Imperialino, both offer beautiful lake views, and there is a relaxing spa on site as well. The hotel is just a 20-minute drive to Como's city center, and makes a good, quiet base for exploring the area.