Hotel Le Terrazze - Ispra, Varese, Lombardy - ahotelinitaly.com

Hotel Le Terrazze, near Varese

This hotel is located in a leafy suburb one kilometre from the centre of Ispra, which lies on Lake Maggiore. The boundary between Italy and Switzerland runs along the lake. The modern three-storey Hotel Le Terrazze has a 24-hour front desk from which the staff can provide the use of a safe deposit box; express check-out is also available for guests in a hurry.

The hotel is set in attractive gardens and has a well-stocked lounge bar. The restaurant serves regional specialities and Italian dishes in a contemporary setting and offers an excellent selection of wines. There is a terrace for al fresco dining during the summer months. The 60 guest rooms here have neutral decor and modern Italian furnishings; all are equipped with satellite television, direct dial phone, air conditioning and central heating. Other standard amenities include desks and minibars; complimentary toiletries and hair dryers are provided. The hotel offers complimentary car parking.

You'll find much to see nearby - the Italian Lake District has been an attraction for overseas visitors for nearly two centuries. Villa Taranto, built towards the end of the 19th century, lies 13 kilometres from the hotel in the town of Verbania and overlooks Lake Maggiore. Built in French-Norman style, it is surrounded by lush sub-tropical gardens. The town of Lugano is 32 kilometres from the hotel; its pedestrianised old town is an enchanting place to wander. Head for the Via Nassa which is excellent for shopping. The street leads on to the charming Piazza della Riforma, the town's main square, which is surrounded by cafes with terraces.

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Double room from €65

 

Score from 29 reviews: 6/10