Hilton Worldwide has opened its first spa hotel in the Italian lakes region, following a deal with property firm the Limonta Group.

The 170-room Hilton Lake Como is located within a mixed-use development adjacent to the historic Via Olmo.

Hilton will manage the hotel on behalf of GBH Spa, an affiliate of the Limonta Group which has a strong track record of development in the region.

Facilities at the hotel include an Eforea Spa featuring five treatment rooms – some of which are double suites for couples – and an indoor wet area housing a sauna, steam room and spa pool.

There is also a rooftop infinity pool, an outdoor spa pool and a 24-hour health club.

The treatment menu features deep-tissue, hot stone, sports and Swedish massages, as well as aromatherapy.

"Como is a well-established leisure resort which has become synonymous with style and has captured the attention of international travellers, attracting more than 500,000 visitors last year," said Rob Palleschi, global head of Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

“The Limonta Group's extensive development experience in the region makes them an excellent partner for our brand."

The facility becomes the 21st Hilton Worldwide hotel trading across Italy, of which seven operate under the flagship brand.

Hilton Worldwide currently operates 14 hotel brands, comprising more than 5,100 properties, with nearly 838,000 rooms in 103 countries and territories.