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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, LAGO DI COMO
Lying on the shores of glamorous Lake Como, Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como is a luxurious hotel set in a centuries-old botanical park. Dotted around the verdant grounds are nine elegant villas, including the 19th century Villa Roccabruna, the beating heart of the hotel. Featuring contemporary Italian design with a subtle oriental flavour, the villas seamlessly blend in with the surrounding landscape, offering a quiet secluded location and plenty of privacy. Interiors feature soft palettes of beige and cream, with accents of blue and green that recall the colours of the
lake. Set in a modern lakefront building, L˜Aria is the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, offering traditional Mediterranean dishes with a twist by celebrated Chef Vincenzo Guarino. An open-plan kitchen allows diners to watch the theatrics of the kitchen, while a stunning lakefront terrace offers al fresco dining during the warmer months of the year. The more informal CO.MO Bar & Bistrot serves traditional Italian dishes prepared using fresh seasonal produce. In the evenings, expert mixologists create classic cocktails and creatively presented drinks
with an oriental twist. The state- of-the-art Spa comprises a range of wet and dry facilities, and offers treatments that take a holistic approach to rejuvenation and relaxation. There’s a stylish floating swimming pool offering stunning lake views. Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como is ideally located to explore some of the lake’s most charming spots, from the romantic provincial capital of Como to the picturesque lakefront villages of Bellagio, Menaggio and Varenna. Hemmed in by snowy mountains, the lake is one of Italy’s most attractive destinations.
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