Albergo La Genzianella
Miasino · Italy · 2 Stars

Albergo La Genzianella

Albergo La Genzianella is a family-run hotel in Miasino, on the hills above Lake Orta, with a garden, panoramic terrace and free private parking.

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8.8 Score
205 Reviews
2★ Stars
17:30 Check-in
Area Miasino
Nearby Fattoria del Pino · 50 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 17:30
Breakfast Continental

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Albergo La Genzianella

Albergo La Genzianella is a 2-star hotel in Miasino, in the province of Novara, just steps from Lake Orta and about 21 km from the Borromean Islands.

The property features a garden, panoramic terrace, in-house restaurant and bar, as well as free private parking and a ski storage room for guests visiting the area’s slopes. Bicycle rental and airport transfers on request make organising a stay easy even without a car.

The rooms, simple but functional, are equipped with a desk, TV and wardrobe, with a private bathroom and toiletries; some room types offer views of the surrounding mountains or open onto balconies and terraces. WiFi is free throughout the property.

Breakfast, served every morning, offers a continental, Italian and buffet selection. Guests also have access to a children’s play area and the chance to try darts, while the area is particularly loved by those who enjoy skiing and cycling excursions. It’s the ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful stay among the hills of Lake Orta, suited to both families and couples.

Albergo La Genzianella
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 205 reviews

Plan your stay at Albergo La Genzianella

Albergo La Genzianella is a family-run hotel in Miasino, on the hills above Lake Orta, with a garden, panoramic terrace and free private parking.

Room types

Albergo La Genzianella offers two room types, both featuring a private bathroom with toiletries, desk, TV and wardrobe, designed for those seeking an essential stay with attention to detail. Free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property.

The Single Room, the most compact at 8 m², is designed for solo travellers and includes a terrace with garden views as well as a bathroom with a tub. The Double/Twin Room, larger at 12 m², offers the flexibility to choose between two single beds or one large double bed, and features a balcony, soundproofed walls and a flat-screen TV, ideal for those seeking greater comfort and quiet at night.

Single Room — Albergo La Genzianella
Single Room
8 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Terrace, Garden view, Bathtub

The smallest and most private room in the property, designed for solo travellers. At 8 m², it offers the essentials with care: tiled flooring, a wardrobe, a private bathroom with a tub and a terrace overlooking the garden, perfect for morning coffee outdoors.

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Double Room/Twin Room with Bathroom — Albergo La Genzianella
Double Room/Twin Room with Bathroom
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds or 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, Soundproofing, Flat-screen TV

Larger than the Single Room at 12 m², this room stands out for its flexible bed configuration, which can be arranged as two single beds or one large double bed. The balcony and soundproofed walls ensure greater privacy and quiet, while a bidet and toiletries complete the private bathroom.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're looking for a family-run 2-star hotel with a value-for-money rating of 9.3 from guests
  • Yes, if you want to stay close to Lake Orta and Sacro Monte, just 2.5 km from the property
  • Yes, if you're travelling with pets, allowed on request with bowls available at the hotel
  • Yes, if you appreciate a varied breakfast with continental, Italian and buffet options
  • Yes, if you're looking for outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking and cycling right in the area

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're looking for very spacious rooms: the available room types measure only 8 and 12 m²
  • Maybe not, if you're travelling in large groups: the Double/Twin Room accommodates a maximum of 2 people
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to stay in the town centre: the property is located in a peripheral hillside position
  • Maybe not, if you don't want to communicate your arrival time in advance, as required by the property

Hotel facilities & services

Albergo La Genzianella offers guests a garden, a panoramic terrace and free private parking, as well as an in-house restaurant, a bar and a café where wine and snacks can be enjoyed throughout the day. Those who love getting around on two wheels can take advantage of bicycle rental, while the ski storage room is convenient for guests visiting the nearby slopes in the winter months.

General services include luggage storage, 24-hour security, laundry service and the option to request children’s meals and a babysitting service. Sports lovers will find a tennis court and areas for hiking, fishing and darts. Pets are allowed on request, with bowls available directly at the property.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Balcony
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tour desk

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports broadcasts
  • Tours or classes on local culture
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art exhibitions
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling excursions
  • Hiking

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Radio
  • TV
  • Internet access

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Albergo La Genzianella is located in Miasino, a hilltop village just steps from Lake Orta, in a peaceful setting surrounded by greenery and views of the Alps. The area retains the character of a small Piedmontese town, far from traffic yet close to the lake’s main points of interest.

Orta-Miasino railway station is a few minutes away, about 1.8 km, while Pettenasco station is 2.9 km away. Those arriving by car will find Milan Malpensa Airport 27 km away, and Linate Airport 74 km away. For meals outside the property, Fattoria del Pino restaurant is just 50 metres away, while Ristorante Cà Mea is 500 metres away and Taverna Antico Agnello is 800 metres away.

Lake Orta borders the town and is the natural destination for walks and lake activities during the warmer months, with boat and ferry rental to San Giulio Island. The Sacro Monte di Orta, a protected historic site and UNESCO heritage site, is about 2.5 km away and can be visited among the frescoed chapels set in the woods. In winter, the area offers nearby ski slopes, while hiking trails and mountain bike routes cross the surrounding hills all year round. For a longer trip, the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore are about 21 km away, ideal for a day among historic villas and botanical gardens.

Fattoria del Pino — Local restaurant just steps from the hotel, ideal for a casual dinner 50 m
Ristorante Cà Mea — Traditional Piedmontese cuisine reachable on foot in a few minutes 500 m
Sacro Monte di Orta — UNESCO-protected historic site with frescoed chapels set in the woods 2.5 km
Lake Orta — Alpine lake with San Giulio Island, a destination for walks and boat trips 0 m

What guests say about Albergo La Genzianella

8.8
Fabulous · 205 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.3
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
9.3
Free Wi-Fi
9

Guests particularly praise the friendliness of the staff (9.7) and the cleanliness (9.3), also appreciating the value for money (9.3). The location, though hillside and slightly distant from the main centres, still receives a good 8.3, confirming a solid and well-kept stay.

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