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A guest house set in a 19th-century historic courtyard in the heart of Varese, with air-conditioned rooms, apartments with kitchen, and private parking on request.
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BelSorrisoVarese is a guest house set within a historic 19th-century inner courtyard in Varese, about ten minutes’ walk from the city centre and just a few steps from the Varese and Varese Nord railway stations.
The property offers a mix of classic rooms and larger apartments with their own kitchen, designed for both short and longer stays. All accommodations are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV with streaming services, private bathroom, minibar and coffee machine; many offer a balcony or terrace overlooking the inner courtyard or the city.
It is a suitable option for couples, families and small groups looking for a practical base to explore Varese, the historic centre with its basilicas and city parks, or to reach Milan-Malpensa Airport in a short time. Guests particularly appreciate the central location and the comfort of the beds, while pets are welcome on request, with a possible surcharge.

The accommodations at BelSorrisoVarese range from compact rooms to true apartments with kitchen, spread across the property’s historic 19th-century courtyard. All types are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV with streaming services, minibar and coffee machine, ensuring a good level of independence even during longer stays.
The smaller rooms, such as the Twin Room or the Queen Superior Room, are designed for one or two guests with flexible bed configurations, while the Queen and Deluxe rooms offer a few extra square metres and views over the inner courtyard. Those looking for more space can choose among the Superior Apartments, which exceed 60 square metres and include a separate living area, their own kitchen and city views, ideal for families or small groups seeking greater independence.
One of the property’s most distinctive rooms, combining a balcony and a terrace overlooking the historic inner courtyard, a pairing no other room type offers. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, minibar and coffee machine.
Same size as the King Room but with a different outlook: the balcony overlooks a quiet side street instead of the inner courtyard. Air-conditioned, soundproofed, with flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee machine.
The largest of the available apartments, with 70 sqm split into a separate living area and its own kitchen. The only accommodation to offer a city view, a landmark view and an inner courtyard view all at once.
Slightly smaller than its 70 sqm counterpart, but with a more flexible bed configuration thanks to the sofa bed in the separate living area, useful for an extra guest. Own kitchen and city view.
At 25 sqm, this is among the most spacious double rooms in the property, with a private entrance and inner courtyard view. Air-conditioned, soundproofed, with tea and coffee kettle and minibar.
The smallest of the available room types, offset by a mixed bed configuration that makes it suitable for three people, with a view over a quiet street rather than the inner courtyard.
Thanks to three beds in a mixed configuration, this is one of the few rooms to accommodate up to four people, with a balcony overlooking the inner courtyard. Air-conditioned and soundproofed.
Designed for two guests, it has a private entrance and inner courtyard view, with a more private atmosphere than the four-person Queen Room. Tea and coffee kettle included.
BelSorrisoVarese offers a range of services designed to make the stay practical and self-sufficient. Among the most appreciated features are air conditioning in all accommodations, soundproofed rooms, a safe and personal key access, as well as a shuttle service and the possibility of requesting pet bowls for guests travelling with their dog or cat.
The property also offers private check-in and check-out, luggage storage, daily housekeeping and laundry service, useful for both short and extended stays. Rooms are equipped with an electric kettle, coffee machine, refrigerator and a full set of bathroom toiletries.
Rounding out the offer are free WiFi throughout the property, TV with streaming services and the availability of family rooms and non-smoking rooms, for those looking for a flexible base for their stay in Varese.
BelSorrisoVarese occupies a historic 19th-century inner courtyard within the urban fabric of Varese, just a few steps from the city centre. The area is residential and quiet, yet well served: bars and small venues such as Oltrecafe’ and Dolci Baci Bar-Panetteria are less than 150 metres away, as are some casual dining spots like Pizza Re and Burger & Chicken, handy for a quick meal without straying far from the property.
The location is also convenient for those travelling by train: Varese Nord station is about 400 metres away and Varese station just 200 metres, an advantage for those arriving without a car or wishing to travel to Milan. Milan-Malpensa Airport is about 19-32 km away, while Milan Linate is just over 50 km. Filippo del Ponte Hospital is 95 metres from the property.
A few minutes’ walk away are some of the main monuments of the historic centre, including the Basilica of San Vittore and its Baptistery, with the renowned Bernascone Bell Tower, both about 700-750 metres away. Nearby, urban parks such as Villa Mirabello and Parco di Villa Biumi Redaelli stretch out, ideal for a stroll. Nature lovers can reach the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park within a few kilometres, while Lake Varese is a short trip away, perfect for outdoor activities in summer.
Reviews particularly praise cleanliness and staff, both scoring 9, as well as the comfort of the beds, mentioned repeatedly by guests. The central location is also highly appreciated, rated 8.7. The value for money, while still positive, remains the lowest-scoring category.
Yes, BelSorrisoVarese accepts pets on request, although a surcharge may apply depending on the room type chosen.
No, BelSorrisoVarese does not include a breakfast service in the stay.
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Yes, BelSorrisoVarese has a private garage for guests’ vehicles.
The minimum age for check-in at BelSorrisoVarese is 18.
BelSorrisoVarese is about 19-32 km from Milan-Malpensa Airport, reachable by car in under half an hour.
Yes, BelSorrisoVarese offers some Superior Apartments with their own kitchen, a separate living area and up to 70 square metres of space.