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Your Stresa Holiday

A great way to experience this city is with a tailor-made Stresa holiday package. Stay in the neighbourhood of Buccione, which is great for watersports, families and views or go someplace else — our packages are all about you. If your trip to Stresa includes a little sightseeing, hit up major attractions such as Villa Taranto Botanical Garden, Isola Bella Botanical Garden and Borromeo Plaza. A few quick clicks is all it takes to put together a customised Stresa holiday on Expedia.

Stresa Holiday

Stresa Essential Information

Language
Italian
Currency
Euros
Local Welcome
Ciao
Local Goodbye
Ciao
Closest Airport
Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP)
Population
4,000
Max Temp Winter
4ºC
Max Temp Summer
21ºC
Top Sights
Borromeo Palace and Garden, Funivie del Lago Maggiore and Borromeo Plaza

Our pick of the best Stresa Hotel Deals

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees

5 out of 5
Corso Umberto I, 67, Stresa, VB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$589 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$589
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (992 reviews)
"The hotel is gorgeous, the grounds and pool are immaculate, and the dining experience was excellent."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees
Grand Hotel Bristol

Grand Hotel Bristol

4 out of 5
C.so Umberto I, 73, Stresa, VB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$241 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$241
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (524 reviews)
"Rooms vould be updated . Friendly staff . Lovely pools . Lovely location"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Grand Hotel Bristol
Regina Palace Hotel

Regina Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Corso Umberto I, 29, Stresa, VB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$451 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$451
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (986 reviews)
Very good aristocratic hotel
"Best breakfast , little updated room furnitures , small rooms , minimum amenities"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Regina Palace Hotel
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Stresa

Mottarone showing snow, landscape views and mountains

Mottarone

4/5(1 review)

The Western Alpine peak standing between Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore is renowned for its magnificent views, hiking trails, ski resort and local produce.

Mottarone
Isola Bella Botanical Garden showing a garden, heritage elements and wild flowers

Isola Bella Botanical Garden

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty.

Isola Bella Botanical Garden
Isola Madre Botanical Garden featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village

Isola Madre Botanical Garden

Experience the grandeur of this island paradise halfway between Baveno and Pallanza, where exotic flowerbeds provide a home for peacocks, parrots and pheasants.

Isola Madre Botanical Garden

What to do in Stresa

Stresa - Boat tour of Isola Bella

Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour

AU$14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour
Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso

Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso

AU$269
per traveller
Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso
Palazzo Borromeo at Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori and a drink

Palazzo Borromeo at Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori and a drink

AU$359
per adult
Palazzo Borromeo at Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori and a drink
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Stresa holiday package cost?
Offering great value package deals on Expedia, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how much a holiday to Stresa costs! Our packages simplify travel planning and maximise your savings.
What are the cheapest months to go to Stresa?
December, January and February are great times to search for cheap Stresa holiday packages. Opting to travel in quieter periods means you'll typically find lower prices on flights and accommodation.
How many days is enough for Stresa?
To fully enjoy your Stresa holiday, we suggest staying for 3 days. Split your time between discovering Borromeo Plaza, Isola Bella Botanical Garden and other key sights, on top of exploring neighbourhoods like Gignese and Feriolo. If you've got some spare time, add a day trip to your Stresa holiday itinerary.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Stresa?
Whether you'd like to explore major attractions such as Isola Bella and Isola Bella Botanical Garden on your Stresa holiday, or coming for its excellent watersports, hiking and walking trails, there's something for everyone here. With so many things to see and do, you'll soon find out why so many travellers think Stresa is a good holiday destination.
How to find the best Stresa package deals?
Bagging a cheap Stresa package deal is easy with Expedia. Once you've entered your preferred dates and destination under our "Packages" tab, set your budget range, apply a couple of filters and see what's available. You can tweak your search by "Area," "Amenities," "Property type" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most wallet-friendly Stresa package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are generally lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Stresa holiday as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your Stresa getaway by booking a customised holiday package. Click on the "Package" heading, then enter your travel dates and destination to see the best airfares and hotel prices. Bundling can save travellers hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a car rental and you may land a better deal.
When to book a holiday package to Stresa?
If you're planning a spontaneous Stresa getaway, browse our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you take off. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can score terrific deals on your flights and hotels by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to Stresa?

  1. Choose the ideal time to travel: Your schedule, preferred season and the type of weather you enjoy can all influence your decision on when to visit Stresa.
  2. Set your budget: Factor in costs like flights, food and transportation when working out how much to put aside for your trip to Stresa. Then, choose a hotel that suits your budget, whether that's a low-cost option or a deluxe getaway.
  3. Work out your trip length: Think about how much time you'd like to spend exploring Stresa. Plan your itinerary so you can get to all the attractions and experiences you're interested in at a comfortable pace.
  4. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in order, you can combine your flights, car rental, hotels and more into a customised Stresa holiday package.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.