As spring arrives, a few days by the lake can have a refreshing effect on both mind and body. Here’s our selection of the best lake view hotels in the world for your next getaway.
Mirror Lake Inn – Lake Placid, New York
A 125-year-old retreat on the shores of Lake Placid, Mirror Lake Inn offers guests a nature-immersed escape with its lake-view rooms framed by floor-to-ceiling glass. Emphasizing a farm-to-table philosophy, the hotel’s restaurants serve fresh fruits and vegetables grown in its own garden, enhancing the natural experience. Days here are filled with canoeing, kayaking, and paddle sports, making it an idyllic lakeside retreat.
Explora Patagonia – Lake Pehoe, Chile
Patagonia, often called the land of lakes, is home to the breathtaking ice-blue waters of Lake Pehoe, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Chilean Andes. Nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, Explora Patagonia Lodge offers a tranquil escape with rooms overlooking the lake. Guests can spend their days exploring on horseback, trekking, or hiking, followed by exquisite meals paired with Chilean wines at the lodge’s five-star restaurant.
Giardino Lago – Lake Maggiore, Switzerland
Located south of the Alps, between Italy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore is one of the largest and most picturesque lakes in the region. Perched on its northern shores, Giardino Lago boasts the best views in the area. Expansive windows throughout the rooms and common areas bring the stunning lake and mountain scenery indoors. The rooftop lounge, furnished with Dedon-designed pieces, is the perfect spot to soak in the mesmerizing panorama.
