A family-run bed and breakfast in the heart of Somma Lombardo, 400 metres from the station and a few kilometres from Malpensa, with Italian buffet breakfast and garden.
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A due passi dal Castello is a family-run bed and breakfast located in Somma Lombardo, in the province of Varese, just steps from the historic centre and only 400 metres from the railway station. The property is designed for those seeking a simple, well-kept stay, and features a garden and free WiFi throughout.
The available rooms come in three different types, varying by number of guests and amenities: from the Double Room with Private Bathroom fitted with a bathtub and bidet, to the Double/Twin Room with a shared bathroom, up to the Single Room designed for solo travellers. Each room has an electric kettle, wardrobe and tiled flooring, with fruit offered to guests.
Breakfast, served Italian-style and buffet, is included in the stay. The location is convenient for those arriving at or departing from Milan Malpensa Airport, a few kilometres away, also reachable via the paid airport shuttle offered by the property. Lake Maggiore is less than 4 km away, while the centre of Somma Lombardo, with its restaurants and cafés, is a few minutes’ walk away.
A due passi dal Castello offers three room types, designed to meet the different needs of solo guests, couples and small groups. The Double Room with Private Bathroom, at 16 sqm, is the largest and the only one with an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bathtub and bidet, ideal for those seeking greater privacy. The other two options, each 14 sqm, share a common bathroom and differ in bed type and capacity: the Double/Twin Room accommodates up to two people, while the Standard Single Room is designed for a single guest.
All rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, electric kettle and tiled flooring, and guests are offered complimentary fruit. The combination of simple, functional spaces makes the property suitable for both solo travellers and couples visiting the Somma Lombardo area.
The largest room in the property, with 16 sqm of space and the only en-suite private bathroom, fitted with a bathtub and bidet. It features a seating area and a kettle for tea and coffee, ideal for those wanting more autonomy during their stay.
A 14 sqm room with a large double bed, suited for both couples and two friends travelling together. The bathroom is shared with other rooms and includes a shower, bidet and hairdryer; a wardrobe and electric kettle complete the amenities.
The most compact option in the property, designed for solo travellers: 14 sqm with a single bed, shared bathroom with shower and hairdryer, plus a wardrobe and electric kettle.
A due passi dal Castello provides guests with a garden to relax in and free WiFi throughout the property. Check-in and check-out can be arranged privately, and a paid airport shuttle is available on request for those arriving at or departing from Malpensa.
The property is entirely non-smoking and features marble or tiled floors, heating and access via personal keys; the unit is located entirely on the ground floor, a useful detail for those travelling with heavy luggage or who have difficulty with stairs. Family rooms are also available.
For breakfast, served Italian-style and buffet, guests will also find an on-site café and fresh fruit available during their stay.
The B&B is located in the heart of Somma Lombardo, a town in the Varese area on the banks of the Ticino River, known for its Visconti castle overlooking the historic centre. The surrounding area is residential and quiet, just steps from bars, pastry shops and restaurants such as La Gelateria del Castello and Macchi Bar Pasticceria, both only 100 metres from the property.
Somma Lombardo railway station is about 400 metres away, convenient for those travelling without a car. Milan Malpensa Airport is a few kilometres away, also reachable via the paid airport shuttle offered by the property, while the Malpensa Terminal 2 bus stations are about 4.3 km away. Lake Maggiore is less than 4 km away, an excellent base for day trips.
Guests staying here can spend a day at Rocca di Angera, a medieval fortress about 14 km away on the shores of Lake Maggiore, or visit the Panza Collection Foundation in Varese, about 28 km away, among the most important contemporary art collections in Italy. In the summer months, walks along the Ticino Park and boat trips on the lake are popular, while in autumn and winter the historic centre of Somma Lombardo, with its castle, remains an easily accessible destination.
Guest reviews are enthusiastic about almost every aspect: staff and comfort receive the top score, while cleanliness and value for money remain very close to it. Location, rated 9.6, is particularly appreciated by couples, who rate it 9.7.
No, A due passi dal Castello does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, breakfast is included in the stay and is served Italian-style and buffet, with fresh fruit and an on-site café.
Yes, Somma Lombardo railway station is about 400 metres from the property, easily reachable on foot.
The property does not have private parking; it is recommended to check public parking options nearby before arrival.
Yes, the property offers a paid airport shuttle to Milan Malpensa Airport, a few kilometres away.
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Only the Double Room with Private Bathroom has an en-suite bathroom; the other two room types share a common bathroom with other rooms.
