Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.562Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 10.0 out of 10, at Isole di Brissago.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Historic Villa on Lake Maggiore Hotel Villa Emden, nestled on the picturesque Brissago island, offers a serene retreat with stunning lake views. The historic villa's lush garden, beach access, and elegant rooms create a truly memorable experience for guests.
Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities Each room at Hotel Villa Emden features luxurious walnut parquet floors and is equipped with a coffee machine, a desk, and a private bathroom stocked with premium toiletries. The perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comfort.
Gastronomic Delights and Botanic Wonders Indulge in delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant or enjoy a refreshing drink at the beachfront bar. Explore the nearby Botanic Garden of Ticino on Brissago Island, home to a diverse collection of 1700 plant species.
Experience tranquility and luxury at Hotel Villa Emden. Book your stay now for an unforgettable lakeside getaway.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
Rooms
9.5
Exceptional
Rated 9.5 out of 10 by 62 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service10.0
- Location10.0
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities8.7
- Value9.7
- Food & drink10.0
Guests mention
Spectacular locationExceptional food qualityFriendly service
AlbertoBelgiumDésorganisé mais le cadre et la nourriture enchantés
Le restaurant et la nourriture en générale. L’emplacement est incroyable et la vie est magnifique. Le personnel du restaurant était charmant et efficace
Le manque de professionnalisme de l’hôtellerie. La qualité des…
philFranceséjour parfait
JulienFranceLe lieu est extraordinaire, excellent restaurant, personnel très accueillant.
la réglementation interdisant la climatisation dans ce monument historique rend le séjour inconfortable par grosse chaleur.
chambre et salle…
DemierreCHLe lieu et le personnel sont excellents
Il manque une climatisation dans les chambres
BarbaraCHAlles, ich komme immer wieder sehr gerne hin! Es ist eine kleine Perle und ich wünsche mir dass es so bleibt! Danke für alles, es war wie immer ein Erlebnis! Liebe Grüsse. An den Koch der uns den Garten gezeigt hat - ihr…
FranziskaCHEinzigartig
Neue Terrasse für Hotel Gäste ist super!
Fehlende Klimaanlage
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Isole di Brissago, Brissago
Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 05:30 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that Hotel Isole di Brissago is only reachable via boat from Porto Ronco or Locarno. The last boat to the island leaves around 17:00. The bus 316 is connecting the Locarno Train Station with Porto Ronco. A boat jetty is available for guests arriving with a private boat. Please note that it is not possible to access the island with a car. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel Villa Emden
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Villa Emden?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel Villa Emden allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hotel Villa Emden?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Hotel Villa Emden have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Hotel Villa Emden?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Hotel Villa Emden have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Hotel Villa Emden?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel Villa Emden?
Isole di Brissago, Brissago.
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