Since opening in 2022, Passalacqua has stolen the hearts of seasoned travelers and won many awards — including inaugural best hotel in the world by the prestigious World’s 50 Best organization. The 24-room boutique hotel dates back to the 18th century, when it was created as a place to enjoy the Italian art of dolce far niente. With too many outstanding features to list in this space, here is what you need to know: The Bellini Suite is a ‘villa within a villa,’ covering an enormous 2,700 sq ft. The palatial one-bedroom suite has a reception room with double-height vaulted ceilings and a resplendent Murano chandelier. The views of Lake Como are nothing short of inspired, too — Vincenzo Bellini thought so, as he penned a number of his famous operas from this very spot.