1.Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Lake Como, Italy
It doesn’t get much more like living la dolce vita than here at the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, a palace propped up above the glittering waters of Lake Como. The glamorous Art Nouveau outpost was voted by our readers as one of the best hotels in Italy and no wonder: besides its sweeping water views, it’s home to a gorgeous new spa, a pool that sits directly on Lake Como itself, and even its own private park—designed by none other than George Clooney’s own landscape architect, Emilio Trabella (Clooney owns a villa nearby).
2.Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Astride the shores of Lough Corrib, Ireland's second largest lake, Ashford Castle is worth visiting for its fairytale views alone. But there’s lots to do besides sightseeing: Thanks to a recent $75 million makeover, the historic property now includes a new waterfront spa, swimming pool, cigar terrace, and 32-seat cinema. Its crown jewel? The new Hideaway Cottage, a boathouse-turned-lakeside cabin that sits right on the water’s edge and has its own private pier (all yours for a cool $3,382 per night).
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