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Villa Crespi
Orta San Giulio, Piedmont, Italy · Independent · High Luxury
Commissioned in 1879 by cotton merchant Cristoforo Benigno Crespi, the villa is a masterpiece of Moorish Revival architecture, featuring a striking minaret-like tower and intricate stucco arabesque interiors. In 1999, Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo and Cinzia Primatesta revitalized the historic residence, transforming it into an luxury relais and a temple of Italian gastronomy. The property joined the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association in 2012.
- 14 rooms
- Opened 1879
- Neighborhood: Legro
About Villa Crespi
- Commissioned in 1879 by cotton merchant Cristoforo Benigno Crespi, the villa is a Moorish Revival landmark with a minaret-like tower.
- Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo and Cinzia Primatesta revitalized it in 1999; it joined Relais & Chateaux in 2012 and holds a MICHELIN One Key (2025).
- An on-site restaurant serves haute regional cuisine.
History
Commissioned in 1879 by cotton merchant Cristoforo Benigno Crespi, the villa is a masterpiece of Moorish Revival architecture, featuring a striking minaret-like tower and intricate stucco arabesque interiors. In 1999, Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo and Cinzia Primatesta revitalized the historic residence, transforming it into an iconic luxury relais and a world-class temple of Italian gastronomy. The property joined the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association in 2012.
The setting
9-minute walk to Sacro Monte di Orta devotional complex.
Restaurants and bars
- Restaurant (Michelin 3-star) — Restaurant · haute cuisine · Chef Chef Cannavacciuolo
- Villa Crespi restaurant — Restaurant · Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo · Three MICHELIN Stars
Experiences
- Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo's Route di Bonheur — A Relais & Châteaux Route du Bonheur tour designed around the chef's world.
- From Milan to the Northern Lakes Route du Bonheur — A Relais & Châteaux tour designed to drive discovery of local territories.
Amenities
- Three-Michelin-star restaurant by Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo
- Wellness suite with holistic massages and beauty treatments
- Private centuries-old park overlooking Lake Orta
- Historic suites featuring original 19th-century parquet and silk-draped walls
- Complimentary buffet breakfast and afternoon tea service
- Valet parking and private chauffeur transfers available
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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