The Best Hotels in Lake Orta

Boasting a peaceful location and lake views, Casa Fantini - Lake Time is a boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Orta, in Pella. The on-site restaurant, run by chef Diego Bertona, proposed traditional quality cuisine.

Combining contemporary design and natural materials, rooms and suites at Casa Fantini come with wooden floors and elegant textiles. All units are air conditioned and feature a balcony or a terrace overlooking San Giulio Island. The spacious bathroom includes a shower with Turkish bath and chomotherapy functions.

You can enjoy the surrounding nature while relaxing in the garden. In the warmer months, an outdoor pool is at guests' disposal. Free WiFi is featured throughout.

Orta San Giulio, on the other side of the lake, can be reached via taxi boat. Milan Malpensa Airport is 45 km away, while Milan city centre can be reached by car in about 60 minutes.

The Hotel Ristorante Villa Crespi is set in an impressive 19th-century building surrounded by private gardens which lead to a beautiful lake.

This luxurious hotel features spacious and comfortable guest rooms and suites traditionally decorated with antique furniture and equipped with all modern conveniences. You can relax in the wellness area, and choose from a variety of massages and treatments.

The exclusive ambiance of Villa Crespi is complimented by its renowned Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant by chef Cannavacciuolo, offering the best of Mediterranean cuisine combined with the finest Italian and international wines. This gourmet restaurant has featured in a number of prestigious guides including Italy’s Gambero Rosso.

Encircled by expansive lush gardens and immersed in nature, this brand new 4-star hotel lies in the small historical village of Armeno and fuses tradition with a host of modern amenities.

Utilising vernacular materials such as stone and wood, it blends a rustic charm with swish, contemporary interior decor and provides the ideal spot for a business and pleasure trip.

Comprising of 34 rooms and 2 suites, the property benefits from an intimate ambiance which is enhanced by an impressive array of modern amenities. The meeting facilities offer a comfortable setting for business affairs while the excellent transport links ensure it is in an accessible position.

Take advantage of the diversity of indoor and outdoor activities on offer which would suit those seeking action-packed adventure and rural respite. Get involved in a game of tennis, horse-riding, a round of golf or a dip in the pretty pool and breathe in the fresh mountain air.

Stay indoors and take advantage of the excellent gym facilities. Then, recharge your batteries with a relaxing massage. Dine in the stylish, airy restaurant and sample a fusion of traditional and innovative cuisine.

Enjoy a nightcap in the elegant setting of the hotel bar. Later, retire to the chic and well-appointed guest rooms and take advantage of the range of comforts on offer. Sleep soundly in the privacy and comfort of the soundproofed rooms and set yourself up for another day in Armeno.

Hotel Giardinetto is set right on the shore of Lake Orta. It offers free parking, a fine restaurant with panoramic terrace, and an outdoor swimming pool. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi. Electric car charging is available.

This family-run hotel is located just 2 km from the medieval village of Orta San Giulio. Rooms come with elegant parquet. Some have a balcony with full views of the lake.

The Giardinetto is a great base for exploring Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore, San Giulio Island, and beyond. With links to Milan and Novara, Pettanasco Train Station is a short drive away.

The hotel's restaurant is renowned for its local specialities and its wide selection of fine international wines.

Hotel L'Approdo offers a private beach and beautiful views of Lake Orta, and is just a few minutes' drive from Orta San Giulio and the A26 Motorway. Parking and Wi-Fi are free.

All rooms at L’Approdo are air-conditioned and en suite. Most come with views over the lake or the hotel's garden. Most also have a balcony. Some rooms are accessible by stairs only.

Please note that the Wellness room with hot tub, sauna and Turkish bath needs to be booked in advance and is for exclusive use.

L'Approdo Hotel serves regional specialities and international cuisine, and has a well-stocked wine cellar. Meals are served in a large hall overlooking the lake.

In addition to the pool bar and the indoor bar of the Hotel, the Lago80 lounge bar serves aperitifs, cocktails and organises outdoor parties in the summer.

Set a few steps from the shores of Lake Orta, Hotel Bocciolo offers accommodation in Orta San Giulio, 1.5 km from Piazza Motta. Guests can enjoy restaurant service.

All air conditioned, rooms at the Bocciolo feature a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Some units are complete with a balcony and a spa bath.

Hotel Bocciolo is a 40-minute drive from Stresa, Varese is 54 km away.

Situated in Pettenasco, 24 km from Borromean Islands, Villa Antica Colonia SPA & Wellness has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. Wellness packages and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the lake and garden.

At the villa complex, units include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and slippers. A dishwasher, a microwave and toaster are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the villa complex, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available.

The villa boasts a variety of wellness options, including a hot tub, spa facilities and yoga classes. Guests can swim in the pool with a view, go cycling or relax in the garden.

Milan Malpensa Airport is 48 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Situated in Pettenasco, Laqua by the lake offers beachfront accommodation 27 km from Borromean Islands and provides various facilities, such as a garden and a bar. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

At the aparthotel, each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, bathrobes and slippers. Some units have a rooftop pool featuring lake views. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies.

Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site modern restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and cocktails.

The aparthotel boasts a variety of wellness options, including spa facilities, wellness packages and yoga classes. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the aparthotel. Skiing and snorkelling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski equipment rental service, a private beach area and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site.

Milan Malpensa Airport is 46 km from the property.

Set on the shores of the picturesque Lake Orta, Hotel San Rocco is a renovated 16th-century monastery. It boasts a beautiful garden with swimming pool and views of the enchanting San Giulio Island.

The San Rocco was a convent for 150 years. The elegant restaurant features regional and international cuisine and breathtaking lake views.

In fine weather you can access and enjoy the views from the Wellness Roof Garden, set on the 4th floor. A bar, billiards table and a fully equipped conference centre are provided. Massages can be organised, on request and at extra charge.

Lake and pool views can be enjoyed while having a continental-style breakfast.

With free WiFi, the rooms are elegantly furnished with a minibar and a flat-screen TV with Sky channels. Most have lake views. Other elegant rooms in a baroque-style annexe called Villa Gippini are also available.

The hotel is close to Switzerland and the Prealpine valleys.

Located in the most popular square in the historic centre of Orta San Giulio, Hotel Leon D'Oro features 2 sun terraces with views of Lake Orta and San Giulio Island. The property offers a veranda and rooms with air conditioning.

All air conditioned, the rooms are equipped with a private bathroom including hairdryer and free toiletries. Most have lake views and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

A continental breakfast buffet is available daily and includes croissants, seasonal fruit and fresh bread. fruit, and cereal. At the restaurant with lake-view terrace you can enjoy seafood and local specialities.

The Leon D’oro is located in a limited traffic area, a short walk from the docks and 700 metres from a bus stop with links to/from the train station and Borgomanero.

Set in Pettenasco, 25 km from Borromean Islands, Calathea B&B features a garden and views of the garden. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast offers pool views, a seasonal outdoor pool, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The bed and breakfast will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or lake views. At the bed and breakfast, the units include bed linen and towels.

Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pettenasco, like cycling.

Milan Malpensa Airport is 47 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Situated 29 km from Borromean Islands, Vista B&B features rooms with air conditioning in Pella. The property has city views. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

All units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are fitted with bathrobes and an iPad. Each unit includes a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace and some have lake views. At the bed and breakfast, the units have bed linen and towels.

Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options. There is a coffee shop and bar.

If you would like to discover the area, cycling and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and the bed and breakfast can arrange a bicycle rental service.

Milan Malpensa Airport is 45 km from the property.

Situated 30 km from Borromean Islands, B&B Il Cortile offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a patio. Featuring a private entrance, the bed and breakfast allows guests to maintain their privacy.

All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Busto Arsizio Nord is 50 km from the bed and breakfast, while Sacro Monte di Orta is 11 km from the property. Milan Malpensa Airport is 38 km away.

Situated in Omegna, Amelié Lago d’Orta Hotel is 18 km from Borromean Islands and features various facilities, such as a garden, a terrace and a bar. Guests can make use of massage services.

Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and free toiletries, all rooms at Amelié Lago d’Orta Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms have a seating area. All guest rooms have a safety deposit box.

The breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or Italian options.

Milan Malpensa Airport is 71 km from the property.

Le Casette di Orta Apartments is situated in Orta San Giulio and features a private pool and mountain views. The air-conditioned accommodation is 23 km from Borromean Islands. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, bidet and a hair dryer, while the kitchen has a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit includes bed linen and towels.

The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

Milan Malpensa Airport is 44 km from the property.