Suite Dreams on Lake Como

Live the Suite Life with Hilton Lake Como

Formerly a silk factory, Hilton Lake Como is now a newgeneration hotel with spectacular scenery, traditional charm, and jaw-dropping 360-degree views of the lake from its rooftop pool. There are 170 spacious rooms and suites to choose from, including Family Deluxe King Rooms, which sleep up to 4 and perfectly cater to family travellers alongside new interconnecting rooms, a pampering spa and a popular rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant.

From sprawling glass-ceilinged Loft Suites to Balcony Suites with the most incredible views of the lake, there’s a suite to suit all tastes at this Italian lakeside paradise.

The property has a number of thrilling new offerings, including a delicious new menu and an earth-themed cocktail menu. The spoiling heated infinity pool and jacuzzi on the sixth floor are open year-round, offering guests unparalleled views across the lake as the atmospheric steam rises all around them.

In addition, Hilton Lake Como guests staying in the Presidential Rooftop Suite, Superior Rooftop Suite, or Lake View Suite with a balcony will receive complimentary access to the hotel’s state-of-the-art eForea spa and health club. The spa has recently unveiled a series of new silkthemed treatments that draw on the property’s history as a former silk factory. The top suites at Hilton Lake Como include:

Presidential Rooftop Suite

Sleeping up to four people in two king bedrooms with their own walk-in wardrobes and sumptuous bathrooms, this sprawling 157 sq. metre residence is one of Lake Como’s finest. Featuring a rooftop terrace complete with an outdoor lounge and dining area, sunbeds, and a whirlpool tub, guests of the Presidential Rooftop Suite can enjoy total privacy while soaking up panoramic views of the lake. Ample living space is provided inside with a kitchen, living, and dining area, providing endless options for unwinding with one’s nearest and dearest.

Prices from €4,800 per room per night, based on double occupancy with breakfast included.

Superior Rooftop Suite

The perfect pick for families holidaying in style, Hilton Lake Como’s Superior Rooftop Suite sleeps up to four guests. The suite features one king bedroom for parents and a sofa bed in the separate living area for the little ones, alongside a luxury bathroom with a freestanding bathtub and walk-in shower. Outside, kids will love splashing about in the whirlpool tub, while Mum and Dad enjoy the endless lake views from the lounge and dining area while sipping on an aperitivo or two!

Prices from €2,100 per room per night, based on double occupancy with breakfast included.

Loft Suites

Sleeping up to four people, these unique duplex suites sit in a prime position in what was formerly a silk printing factory, and provide a true stargazer’s paradise! Featuring a showstopping glass ceiling in the upstairs bedroom, guests can enjoy a night constellation-spotting from their very own king-sized serenity bed. Downstairs, a foyer, and a separate living area with a sofa bed and workstation provide ample space to unwind after a day on the lake, while an elegant bathroom offers a decadent bathtub and walk-in shower.

Prices from €570 per room per night, based on double occupancy with breakfast included.

Lake View Suite with Balcony

Offering the most arresting views in Como, the Lake View Suites with Balcony are the ultimate choice for those who appreciate al-fresco living. Featuring a kingsized serenity bed, and a luxurious bathroom complete with a bathtub and walk-in rain shower, the suites also offer a separate living area with a sofa bed, meaning that up to four guests can stay. The pièce de résistance, however, is the balcony that overlooks the water and provides the perfect sipping spot for one’s aperitivo!

Prices from €1,000 per room per night, based on double occupancy with breakfast included.

King Premium with Lake View

The King Premium with Lake View rooms are the perfect pick for those who want a taste of the dolce vita without blowing the budget. An abundance of natural daylight fills the contemporary interior, which features a king-sized bed and an elegant bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. A glorious French balcony provides the ideal setting in which to soak up the sunshine and take in the view.

Prices from €520 per room per night, based on double occupancy with breakfast included.

For more information or to book, visit

www.hilton.com

Disconnect to Reconnect

Bergman Design House, the award-winning studio founded by Marie Soliman and Albin Berglund, is delighted to present The Lund Collection, the

Cotswolds’ chicest bolthole. The onebedroom residence, which opened in

Spring 2022, is perfectly positioned between Chipping Norton and Great

Tew and offers the ultimate January escape for couples, friends and solo travellers alike.

“There’s nowhere better to reset, relax and set those New Year intentions than in our beautiful British bolthole” said

Albin Berglund, the Swedish-born cofounder of Bergman Design House.

“The name ‘Lund Collection’ stems from my surname and means ‘green pastures’ in Swedish – which couldn’t be more apt for describing this countryside oasis. Marie and I wanted to channel the Swedish concept of

‘Hygge’ with a warming, natureinspired colour palette that brings the outside in, soft and tactile textures and of course, an open roaring fire. Here, guests will swap the sounds of city traffic for tweeting birds and tranquil nature, and feel the weight of the world lift from their shoulders as they cross the cottage threshold.”

Disconnect to Reconnect at The Lund Collection

The Lund Collection is the ultimate base

for a New Year’s reset, offering a variety of relaxing and mindful activities which have been personally curated by Marie and Albin and can be organised for guests during their stay. Walks in nature, organic farm tours and tastings and bird-watching are just some of the treats available, while co-founders Marie and Albin are always on hand to provide a personal touch. Guests can even opt for a total digital detox, with all tech and Wi-Fi removed from the property ahead of their arrival, and a lockable box in which to safely store their phones during the stay!

For those wishing to rustle up their own winter feast and bake a berry crumble or two, Broadway Market and Daylesford Farm are just moments away and provide the freshest, organic produce from local farmers. Ramblers in search of the most scenic spots to observe frost-covered forests and the season’s first snowdrops will be in heaven, with a variety of rewarding walking routes surrounding the cottage, including the nearby grounds of the beautiful Sudeley Castle and gardens, a favourite of Albin and Marie.

The Lund Collection is exquisitely decorated by the husband-and-wife design duo and features a carefully-curated collection of original artwork and vintage treasures alongside new bespoke furniture from the studio’s Black Berg Collection. From 17th century Chinese ceramics and an 18th century marriage armoire turned showstopping drinks cabinet to a modern and luxurious deep-soaking bathtub, design lovers will marvel at the wonders on display.

A veritable treasure trove of original artwork, the cottage features works from artists including Amir Fallah, Damien Elwes, Christabel Forbes, Cece Philips and John Swannel, alongside valuable antiques sourced from around the world.

Design Details

Inspired by the beauty of the Cotswolds, the property features a colour palette that reflects all four seasons, from the vibrant green of Summer to the russet-oranges of Autumn. In combination with the work of some of the most distinguished furniture and textile artisans in the UK, including Timothy Oulton, Upholstory, Robert Kime, Tori Murphy and de Le Cuona, the result is nothing short of spectacular.

The Lund Collection is Bergman Design House’s foray into a new line of luxury individual accommodations in the UK, providing the utmost privacy while offering the ultimate guest experience. Featuring a fully stocked bar, hand-curated welcome hamper and a state-of-the-art Swedish Moccamaster coffee machine, guests will arrive, immediately relax and feel at home.

Nightly rates at The Lund Collection start from £595 per night including a welcome hamper with wines personally curated by Albin.

Make Like Emily and Head for a Stylish Stay in Paris

With the new season of Emily in Paris now on our screens, there is no better time to make like Emily and head to the city of lights this winter! For those looking for the ultimate in stylish Paris stays, the Laurent Taïeb Group offers both a chic bolthole in the heart of the historic capital, and the city’s hottest new skyscraper hotel, where in-the-know locals flock after dark to enjoy million-dollar views with a cosmopolitan inspired cocktail in hand.

For The Fashionista – Hotel Madame Reve

Situated in the picturesque 1st arrondissement, Hotel Madame Rêve is one of the hottest new openings in Paris of the last year, and the place to see and be seen this winter. Situated in the 19th century Louvre post office, a familiar address to Parisians for over a century – bordered by streets lined with cafés and galleries such as the Pinault Collection, and within walking distance to the picturesque Tuileries Gardens and the legendary Louvre Museum. Rooms feature terraces with to die for views across the rooftops to the city’s cherished landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Church of Saint-Eustache and the Pantheon. The hotel’s chic restaurant La Plume Rive Droite has become the destination for in-the-know Parisians and visitors alike while the grand Madame Rêve Cafe offers a brasserie style dining experience.

Things to do:

Private Shopping Experience - Dive into the heart of legendary department store, La Samaritaine, with Madame Rêve’s personal shopping experience. Guided by the expert advice of a personal shopper, guests can experience the January sales from the comfort of a luxurious private apartment at the Samaritaine - guaranteeing a unique getaway for even the most seasoned of fashionistas.

Madame Rêve x The Louvre Museum - Launching in early 2023, Madame Rêve has partnered with the Louvre to offer guests a unique tour of this iconic museum, taking in some of the world’s greatest artworks, all of which draw inspiration - like the hotel itself - from the world of dreams. Strut into Paris Fashion Week - Owing to their central location, Madame Reve offers the perfect stay for those who want to be right at the heart of the action for Paris Fashion Week, while rooms overlooking the hotel’s central meadow in the sky promise the perfect respite from the city crowds.

BOOK IT: Room rates start from €500 (approx. £420) per night www.madamereve.com

For the Urbanite – TOO Hotel

Venture to the vibrant 13th arrondissement and discover TOO Hotel, a new hotel concept for Paris, with breathtaking views and stylish high-altitude interiors. Perched at the top of the Tours Duo - one of the French capital’s most iconic new landmarks - guests can take in the city of lights from new heights, making it the perfect backdrop for recreating Emily’s signature selfies. Set within a glittering gold-ceilinged glass cube above the hotel, TOO Restaurant offers mouth-watering world cuisine with a modern twist from sun-up to sunset, while the TOO TacTac Skybar –taking its place amongst the capital’s highest and trendiest rooftop bars – allows guests to savour Paris in all its splendour from its 150 sq. m panoramic terrace.

Things to do:

Street Art Tour - Guests can discover an array of worldclass street art right on the hotel’s doorstep, including work by mixed-media superstar Jo Di Bona - on a private Fresh Street Art Paris tour.

Unwind in style - TOO Chill spa offers an unforgettable high-altitude break on the 17th floor, where Philippe Starck’s interiors include a bespoke cedarwood sauna and even gym equipment, accompanied by dedicated treatment rooms where guests can enjoy a massage for two as they watch the sun rise.

BOOK IT: Rates start at 220 euros per night on a B&B basis. www.toohotel.com/en/