ARIA Retreat & SPA in Porlezza offers a 5-star experience with spa facilities, a wellness centre, swimming pool with a view, sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi.
Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, beauty services, steam room, wellness packages, fitness room, hot tub, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, daily housekeeping, electric vehicle charging, outdoor seating, family rooms, full-day security, bicycle parking, breakfast in the room, room service, solarium, bike hire, and luggage storage.
The modern, romantic restaurant serves Italian, Mediterranean, and vegetarian cuisines. Breakfast options include Italian, full English/Irish, and vegetarian.
Located 18 km from Villa Carlotta, 22 km from Villa Balbianello, and 79 km from Milan Malpensa Airport. Nearby attractions include Villa Fogazzaro (6 km) and Santuario B.V. della Caravina (2.2 km).
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
ARIA Retreat & SPA is best suited to couples seeking a wellness-focused retreat rather than a base for sightseeing. The extensive spa and wellness centre forms the core of the property, complemented by a scenic swimming pool and private check-in and checkout for added discretion. Breakfast and dining draw praise from guests. The restaurant, however, serves dinner only, the hotel sits at some distance from Milan's airport, and it is not close to the lake's major attractions, so a car is useful for exploring beyond the grounds.
Guests score it 9.6 out of 10 — the average across the 17 hotels we list in Lake Como is 9.3.
What Guests Loved
- The property combines a sauna, steam room, hot tub, and solarium with tailored wellness packages and beauty treatments, appealing to guests seeking a slower, restorative pace rather than a packed itinerary.
- Set against the backdrop of the surrounding landscape, the pool area includes a sun terrace and open-air bath, giving guests a quiet spot to unwind outdoors regardless of the season.
Things to Consider
- At roughly 49 miles from Milan Malpensa Airport, travelers should factor in transfer time, making a rental car or pre-arranged transport advisable for a smoother arrival.
- Sites such as Villa Carlotta and Mount San Giorgio require a drive of 11 to 29 miles, so guests focused purely on sightseeing may need to plan day trips in advance.
Rooms & which one to pick
- One-Bedroom Suite with Lake View1 king bedsleeps 2Lake view
- Suite with Lake View2 king bedssleeps 4Lake view
- Three-Bedroom Suite with Lake View3 king bedssleeps 6Lake view
- Two-Bedroom Suite with Lake View2 king bedssleeps 4Lake view
- Superior Suite with Lake View2 king bedssleeps 4Lake view
- Superior King Suite with Lake View2 king bedssleeps 4Lake view
Room types as listed on Booking.com; availability varies by date.
Frequently asked questions
How do guests rate ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World?
On Booking.com it scores 9.6/10 from 143 guest reviews.
How many stars does ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World have?
ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World offer?
ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World offers free Wifi, swimming pool, spa and wellness center, private Parking, restaurant and non-smoking rooms.
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