The world's most appealing lakeside hotels and resorts

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Are you looking for a lakeside vacation in a beautiful hotel? Indeed, some of the world's most alluring accommodation options are located near pristine, crystal clear lakes. We're talking anything from plush, regal properties to intimate, secluded boltholes.

 

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Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Italy -

This elegant waterfront villa is one of Lake Como’s grandest hotels. Set in the heart of Bellagio, the opulent property dazzles with its marble interior and sparkling chandeliers. Italian-style gardens further set the scene.

 

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Emerald Lake Lodge, Canada -
Hand-hewn timber, chunky stone fireplaces, and an oak bar salvaged from an 1890's Yukon saloon lend this exceptional lakeside accommodation an authentic wilderness atmosphere.

 

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Badrutt's Palace Hotel, Switzerland -
Overlooking Lake St. Moritz is this historic property, one of the finest hotels in Switzerland. Summertime leisure options number sailing and horse riding, while wintersports activities include the exhilarating Cresta Run.

 

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Taj Lake Palace, India - Set in an 18th-century palace encompassing an island on Lake Pichola, this majestic accommodation is reached by private speedboat from a dedicated jetty at Udaipur.

 

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White Horse Inn, Austria - Endowed with picture perfect looks, this attractive property boasts an outdoor swimming pool that extends into the crystal clear waters of Lake Wolfgang.

 

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Casa Palopó, Guatemala -
Blessed with an incomparable setting and uninterrupted views of Lake Atitlán, Casa Palopó's waterfront charm is enhanced by its intimate character and rooms decorated with contemporary and indigenous Guatemalan artwork.

 

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The Broadmoor, USA - With its Italian Renaissance-style architecture and terracotta hue, The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs wouldn't look out of place on the Mediterranean coast. The property is set around Cheyenne Lake.

 

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Impérial Palace, France -
Looming regally over Lake Annecy and set within verdant wooded grounds, the Impérial Palace opened its doors in 1913 and still retains a sense of the Belle Époque.

 

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Bâlea Lake Mountain Chalet, Romania - Hidden away in the Southern Carpathian Mountains is this 10-room, three-apartment lodge, which sits at an altitude of 2,034 m (6,673 ft).

 

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Ashford Castle, Ireland - Built in 1228 and extended in the mid-19th century, Ashford Castle, located in Cong, County Mayo, numbers Oscar Wilde, John Lennon, Brad Pitt, and Robin Williams among its many celebrity guests. The hotel overlooks the salmon-filled Lough Corrib.

 

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Vila Bled, Slovenia -

Once the summer residence of Josip Broz Tito, the former president of Yugoslavia, this grand property has its own private beach on Lake Bled. From the gardens (pictured) you can admire Bled's famous church island.

 

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Explora Patagonia, Chile -

Hugging the shores of Lake Pehoé, this extraordinary property sits quietly in the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The breathtaking views are matched by refined, but deliberately understated, guest service.

 

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Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club, England -

A lake, landscaped gardens, and an 18-hole golf course distinguish this luxuriously appointed hotel.

 

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Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Italy - A stunning Lake Como setting adds to the exclusive allure of this landmark art nouveau property, which dates back to the early 1900s.

 

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Moraine Lake Lodge, Canada -

Glacially fed Moraine Lake provides an achingly romantic backdrop for this cozy bolthole nestled in a valley cradled by the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Expect peace, quiet, and a memorable communion with nature.

 

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Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern, Switzerland - The best location in Lucerne and a privileged lakeside position make this hotel a favorite with artists and musicians taking part in the annual Lucerne Festival.

 

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Mirror Lake Inn, USA -

Owned and operated by the parents of World Cup alpine ski racer and two-time Olympic medalist Andrew Weibrecht, this upscale resort hotel offers Lake Placid and mountain view rooms. Suitably, the vibe is chic and sporty.

 

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Matakauri Lodge, New Zealand - The mesmerizing views of Lake Wakatipu and towering Cecil Peak are reasons enough to check into this delightful boutique bolthole. But then there's the spa, and what about that infinity pool?