Laqua by the lake

Eight suites and rooms occupy a lakefront villa on Via Legro in Stresa, positioned where the garden meets the private beach of Lake Maggiore directly below the Borromean Islands ferry stop.

The property leans heavily into wellness: a full spa with Turkish steam bath, yoga classes, personal trainer, and in-room massage cover most recovery bases. Water sports launch from the beach itself — canoeing, snorkeling, and diving all available on-site — while bicycle rental and guided bike tours open the quieter roads north toward Verbania.

Dining stays intimate, with room-service breakfast, packed lunches, and a restaurant drawing on local produce. Ski rental, a pass vendor, and ski school on the property point to winter use too, with Mottarone reachable in under thirty minutes by car.