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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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