22012 Cernabbio, Lake Como

T: +39 031 3481; www.villadeste.it

Built in 1568 on the edge of this beautiful lake in northern Italy, the hotel boasts a huge swimming pool on the lake, a gym, squash and tennis courts, sauna and a hammam. Treatments include hydrotherapy, hydromassage and slimming baths as well as beauty treatments and massage. Cuisine includes traditional Italian and Japanese food.