Horizon Wellness & Spa Resort - Best Western Signature Collection ★★★★

In the shadows of the Alps, Varese is just north-west of Milan and a few kilometres off the Swiss border. As you might imagine from such a location, the city is full of pastoral peaks and troughs. Charming art nouveau villas and baroque buildings epitomise every facet of northern Italian style. It is delightful, and its size is perhaps deceiving. In the north of the city is Lake Varese. In a country teeming with beautiful lakes, this one certainly holds up, whilst also benefiting from being largely unknown to tourists. Thus, unlike many of the famous lakes in Italy, this one remains relatively quiet and tranquil, be it winter or summer. Nestled amongst the hills surrounding the lake, you’ll find the brand-new Horizon Wellness & Spa Resort - Best Western Signature Collection **** – your home from home in the Bel Paese.

This secluded, peaceful resort is surrounded by golf courses, bike trails, and, of course, the lake itself. You can stay in one of the travel rooms, located on the ground floor. These elegant and spacious rooms favour practicality over flamboyance, with a minimalist, chic style that feels highly contemporary. You’ll love the ultra-comfy double bed. If you need more space, consider one of the Collection rooms. The flagship accommodation of the resort, these highly spacious rooms boast an enchanting view of the Lake. Simple, elegant wood furnishings perfectly compliment the parquet flooring. And with two bathrooms and two separate bedrooms, it is ideal for family and friends. Rest assured, all the amenities you’ll need are right here.

Varese is hardly want for brilliant options when it comes to dining, but once you’ve tried out the resort’s Mirror Restaurant, you probably won’t bother with the fuss of venturing out! Since the restaurant insists on using local, natural produce, the menu evolves with the seasons. Head Chef Otello Moser seeks out the harmony in flavours and aesthetics in this ever-changing menu. You’ll indulge on traditional Italian dishes and international favourites, all reimagined with a creative flair. The restaurant parallels the contemporary, chic aesthetic of the rest of the resort, and you’ll love dining in the garden of a summer evening whilst looking out over the lake.