We are sitting in a secluded garden, enjoy the breath-taking views of Lugano and sip a white martini and a negroni. It seems like very far away from home. Without much traffic, it’s just a 2.5 hour drive from Zurich.
The Villa Principe Leopoldo is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill). Although the hotel is a bit outdated, it is very charmingly furnished, with lots of flowers, plush und much attention to detail. Small, but fine. And, most importantly: the staff is very attentive and friendly. The hotel convinces with a mixture of Italian charm and Swiss excellence.
In the hotel rooms the classic style of the hotel is continued. The guests may choose between 37 large suites with marble finishes and fine furnishings, all cared for with a lot of attention to detail.
As restaurants outside of hotels are closed, we particularly enjoyed our dinner at the 1 michelin star Ristorante Principe Leopoldo of young executive chef Christian Moreschi. We were sitting at a table with linen, silver and crystal. The restaurant is said to be one of the top addresses in Lugano. In particular, the risotto, which is served on a side table in front of the guests, is probably one of the best I've ever eaten. Classic italian haute cuisine without frills. Nevertheless, the dinner did not entirely convince me. Despite the top reviews, I can't shake the feeling that they're cooking on the backburner at the moment. That would be understandable in view of the crisis. We particularly enjoyed the breathtaking views of Lugano and its surrounding hills, which is even more beautiful on a clear night. In summer, the terrace is one of a kind and belongs to the most beautiful spots in Lugano.
The hotel has a reputation for providing the absolute perfect romantic ambiance for weddings and I believe every word. From the beginning, the villa captivates with authentic beauty.
While it was still surprisingly cold here in Ticino in March, we really enjoyed the short trip to the south. A little italianità in Lugano!
For more information please visit: https://leopoldohotel.com/en/
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