Grand Hotel Tremezzo | Owner, Valentina De Santis

February 13, 2021

We have a very special guest joining us today. Valentina de Santis is the owner and CEO of Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como – which is often listed as one of the top hotels in Italy.

The ethos of Grand Hotel Tremezzo is too much to put in one short intro. From the crystalline waters of Lake Como, to the art nouveau palace interiors, to the floating pool, and the beautifully landscaped grounds – this has got to be the birthplace of la dolce vita.

What’s more – this has been a family run hotel for over 100 years and Valentina’s authentic hospitality is the stuff of dreams.

Valentina and I have a hilarious chat about behind the scenes details, celebrities, history, her shenanigans growing up, and what makes Italy deserve its place as one of the top destinations in the world.

Listen to hear:

01:59 – About Valentina’s favorite spot on the lake
05:35 – Why Lake Como is a timeless destination
08:27 – What’s behind the 100 year history of the hotel and its historical figures
12:20 – About Valentina’s childhood stories in the hotel
18:22 – How the family feeling among the employees affects the guest experience
20:14 – Why swimming in the floating pool in the lake is such a unique experience
24:57 – What the activities on and around the property are
27:29 – About the emotional moments of past guests in the hotel
31:55 – Why passion is the no.1 quality in Italians
34:27 – What you will learn about the world after visiting Grand Hotel Tremezzo