Passalacqua is unique. It was created in the 18th century as a place of the heart on Lake Como for friends, love and relaxation, for the pleasures of the table and the Italian art of dolce far niente. It is the same place of the heart today.
Every season is beautiful in Passalacqua. Spring, when the blossoms fill the air with fragrance and leave white brushstrokes on the green hillsides above the cobalt-blue water. Summer, when long lazy days turn into magical nights full of promise. Autumn, when the forests are painted russet and copper, when fragrant truffles and green-gold olive oil grace the table. Passalacqua, a 5-star hotel on Lake Como with warm, personalized service, is the guest’s gateway to the region for all seasons.

Swimming pools designed for swimmers can also be stylish. Situated on a garden terrace just below the main villa, surrounded by ancient climbing roses and magnificent laurel, la piscina is equally at home in sporty swims and leisurely dives.

La villeggiatura is a great Italian tradition...
But it is also a state of mind that offers a much-needed corrective to today's time-poor holidays. In centuries past, noble Italian families would move from their city home to their country villa for the long summer season with friends, assistants and extended family. It was an annual reset, a long-awaited season of joyful gatherings, entertainment and opportunities for personal enrichment.
At Passalacqua, la villeggiatura lives on.