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September 13, 2021
Charming hotel with a charming owner.
The hotel has many flaws: it doesn't have an elevator, it doesn't have air conditioning, it doesn't have a mini bar, the reception closes in the evening so you have to come back with the key.
On the other hand, you sleep in a hotel with the look of a late 19th century hotel (beola stairs, parquet everywhere, antique furniture, wooden doors) completely refurbished (including windows and bathrooms): all the charm of times when Stresa and Baveno were among the most chic places on the whole planet but (almost) all modern comforts.
And the rooms all have a view of the gulf of Stresa and the Borromean Islands which alone is worth the stay.
Private beach, beach towels in the room, good quality toiletries and sheets, good and plentiful breakfast in the garden overlooking the lake.
The hotel does not accept minors, but it is simply PERFECT for a romantic weekend.
The embarkations (scheduled and private) are a 10-minute walk away.
And as for the reception hours: having the opportunity to chat with Paola (ie the owner, for three generations) is worth the impossibility of ordering something at the bar in the evening.
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