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2-star hotel in Crodo with sauna, gym and in-house restaurant, rooms with panoramic balcony, bike rental and free parking included.

3-star hotel in Crodo, in Valle Antigorio, with mountain-view rooms, a wellness area with indoor pool, sauna and hammam, and free private parking.
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Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa is a 3-star hotel in Crodo, in the hamlet of Viceno in Valle Antigorio, with mountain views from every room and a wellness area featuring an indoor pool, sauna and hammam.
The property is designed for those seeking relaxation and outdoor activities: the rooms, all with private bathroom, free WiFi and flat-screen TV with satellite channels, range from the more compact Standard Double Room to the Suite with Hot Tub, the largest at 35 square metres with a private hot tub. Some units feature a balcony overlooking the surrounding mountains.
Among the shared facilities are an on-site restaurant, a bar, ski equipment rental and a garden with a play area for children. Private parking is free, and an airport shuttle is available on request for a fee. The area, known for skiing and cycling, is about 112 km from Milan Malpensa Airport. The hotel suits couples, families with children and anyone looking for a wellness-focused stay in a mountain setting.

The four room types at Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa all share a private bathroom, free WiFi, a desk and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and all offer views of the surrounding mountains. The Family Room, at 20 square metres, and the Standard Double Room, more compact at 14 square metres, are designed for an essential yet comfortable stay, with toiletries and a hairdryer in the bathroom.
Those looking for more space can choose the King Superior Room, at 22 square metres with minibar and bathrobe, or the Suite with Hot Tub, the largest option at 35 square metres with a separate sitting area and a private hot tub next to the shower. Several rooms also feature a balcony, ideal for enjoying the view over Valle Antigorio in every season.
The Family Room is the most flexible in the property: alongside the large double bed layout, an alternative configuration with an extra single bed is available, designed for those travelling with a child or an additional guest. It features a balcony with mountain view, parquet flooring and a wardrobe, plus a private bathroom with shower.
This is the most compact room type in the property, at 14 square metres with a single large double bed, and unlike other rooms it has no balcony. The private bathroom with shower includes a bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, making it ideal for an essential stay as a couple.
At 35 square metres, this is the largest room in the hotel, the only one with a separate sitting area and a bathroom with a hot tub in addition to the shower. The extra-large double bed, minibar and balcony with mountain view complete a room designed for a pampering stay.
Larger than the Standard Double Room but without a balcony, the King Superior Room offers extra touches such as a minibar, bathrobe and complimentary bathroom products in the walk-in shower. The large double bed and mountain view make it an intermediate choice between simplicity and comfort.
Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa devotes ample space to wellness, with an indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath/hammam and hot tub, plus a rich programme of massages and body and face treatments available in the spa area. There is also a gym for those who want to keep training even on holiday.
For leisure time, the property offers billiards, a games room, a children’s play area, hiking, cycling excursions and ski rental, as well as a sun terrace and garden. The on-site restaurant also offers menus for special diets and children’s meals, while the bar is available throughout the day.
General facilities include free private parking, with dedicated spaces for guests with disabilities, a lift, shuttle service and a reception with private check-in and check-out. Rooms are equipped with free WiFi and TV with satellite channels, and the property is entirely non-smoking.
Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa is located in the hamlet of Viceno, above Crodo, in Valle Antigorio, just steps from the heart of the spa town known for its mineral waters. The setting is typical of the Piedmont mountains, with larch woods, meadows and views of the peaks surrounding the valley, in a quiet atmosphere away from the traffic of more touristy destinations.
Ristorante Edelweiss is just a few metres from the property, while Belvedere is about 700 metres away and Marconi 1.4 km away, offering several dining options without needing a car. Varzo railway station, on the Sempione line, is about 5 km away and connects the valley to Domodossola and Switzerland. For those arriving by air, Milan Malpensa Airport is 112 km away, making the property still reachable for a weekend or a week-long holiday.
The area is especially known for skiing and cycling: the hotel offers ski equipment rental for reaching the nearby slopes in winter, while in summer trails and dirt roads are ideal for long bike rides and walks. About 5 km away is the Veglia Devero Antrona Parks area, and Parco Naturale Alpe Devero, 10 km away, is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Ossola, with alpine lakes and still-active mountain pastures. Not far away, the traditional Mushroom Festival takes place, a well-attended autumn event in the area, while Palazzo San Francesco, about 12 km away, offers a cultural visit for those who want to alternate mountains with local history.
Guests especially praise the staff, rated 9.1, and the free WiFi, with a maximum score of 10. The location, 9.0, and room comfort, 8.9, are also highly appreciated. The value for money, while still positive at 8.0, is the lowest-rated category among those reviewed.
Yes, Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa accepts pets on request, and a surcharge may be charged to the guest.
Yes, Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa has free private parking, including some spaces reserved for guests with disabilities.
Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa has an indoor pool, sauna, hammam, hot tub and an area dedicated to massages and body treatments.
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Yes, Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa welcomes children of all ages, with cots available on request for the youngest and extra beds for older children.
The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa, about 112 km from Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa; the property also offers a paid airport shuttle service on request.
Albergo Edelweiss – LareSpa accepts cash payments only.