Villa Crespi among Italy’s finest

Lake Orta, 8 October 2025 – Villa Crespi has received yet another prestigious award, confirming its status as one of the finest hotels in Italy and the world. The iconic Moorish-style residence overlooking Lake Orta was honoured at the Condé Nast Traveller 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, ranking fifth in the ‘Rest of Italy’ category.

Every year, readers of the renowned British magazine vote for the world’s best hotels, resorts, cruises, cities and destinations, providing an authentic and passionate perspective on the places that have most captured travellers’ hearts. This year, more than 182,500 readers from the UK shared their experiences, helping to create a map of emotions and excellence that celebrates the beauty of travel.

The Readers’ Choice Awards are among the industry’s longest-running and most prestigious awards: a tribute to the art of hospitality and a symbol of trust for those, like Villa Crespi, who continue to ensure that every stay is unique thanks to their authentic hospitality culture.

“Villa Crespi was born from a vision of love, so receiving this award from Condé Nast Traveller confirms to us that the authentic hospitality and excellence we share with our team really pays off,” say Cinzia Primatesta and Antonino Cannavacciuolo. “We dedicate this award to our guests, who choose us with their hearts every day.”

As a member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association, Villa Crespi successfully blends the charm of a historic late 19th-century residence with the contemporary elegance of bespoke hospitality. Its 14 unique and meticulously appointed rooms and suites welcome guests all year round, offering luxurious fabrics, charming atmospheres and breathtaking views of the lake or lush gardens.

The three-Michelin-star restaurant, led by Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo, completes the experience, offering a gastronomic journey that blends territory, emotion and talent, and is a symbol of great Italian cuisine.

Villa Crespi once again confirms itself as an exceptional destination where time slows down, beauty becomes an experience, and every detail tells the story of the passion of those who have always welcomed guests with open arms.