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Hotel Il Giardinetto

★★★★·8.8/ 10Recommended
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Check-in 03:00 PM / out 11:00 AM
Area shuttle (surcharge)Boat tours on siteElectric car charging stationFree breakfast24-hour front deskGardenAll 41 facilities +
Review
Official

The hotel lies on the shores of Lake Orta in a peaceful oasis. It is just a few kilometres from the mediaeval village of Orta San Giulio. The air-conditioned hotel offers all modern comforts such as a lobby, hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom, lift access, a landing stage and private parking. The property was built in 1935 and renovated in 2010. The hotel, with its renowned cooking and gastronomic specialities, has an enchanting restaurant with a veranda on the lake, a large banquet hall, 60 guest rooms and an annex with flats. Further facilities on offer to guests include a newspaper stand, TV lounge, café, bar, Internet access and room and laundry services. The position of the lake view rooms makes waking up a uniquely relaxing experience and the sunsets are equally stunning. Double standard rooms have a private bathroom with a shower or bath, hairdryer, satellite TV and direct dial phone. The double superior rooms have a balcony, a private bathroom with a shower or bath, satellite TV, direct dial phone, air conditioning, a hairdryer and a safe. Either double or king-size beds come in the rooms. The air conditioning and heating are individually regulated. The hotel features a heated swimming pool with a solarium, a private beach with sun loungers and parasols, a massage service and table tennis. For additional fees guests may take advantage of the facilities for waterskiing, motor boating and pedal boating. A breakfast buffet is served each morning. Lunch is offered from a set menu and à la carte. Dinner may be selected à la carte.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 346 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-08

Guests praise the lake views, pool, and friendly staff, with breakfast generally well-received. Main complaints involve poor soundproofing, street noise, and disturbances from rooftop parties or weddings. Some find the restaurant pricey and facilities dated.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.1
Service8.1
Location8.1
Rooms8.0
Value7.1
+ PraisedExcellent lakeside location · Beautiful pool and views · Delicious restaurant food · Abundant breakfast
- ComplaintsPoor soundproofing · Noise from street or rooftop · Some rooms feel dated · Small room space

KEYBook lake-view rooms to avoid street noise. Check for events to minimize disturbance.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location? What attractions are nearby?+
Located beachfront in Pettenasco near Lake Orta and Sacred Mountain. Guests praise the lake views, though some street-facing rooms may experience noise.
diningWhat are the breakfast and dining options?+
Includes free continental breakfast, a restaurant, two cafes, and bars. Business guests appreciate the traditional cuisine, though some find the restaurant pricey.
familyIs this hotel suitable for families with children?+
No, children are not allowed at this property.
coupleHow is the experience for couples?+
Highly recommended. 205 couple travelers praised the lakeside location, pool, and dining. Staff service is consistently positive.
roomHow are the room facilities and soundproofing?+
Room score is 8.0. While some rooms are spacious, poor soundproofing and street noise are common complaints. Some facilities are also considered dated.
serviceHow is the level of service?+
Service score is 8.1. Guests praise the friendly, professional staff offering concierge and multilingual services, though some report slow response times.
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