Family-run guest house in the heart of Stresa, 700 metres from the Borromean Islands, with a lake-view terrace, free WiFi and street parking included.
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Fruit’n Joy is a guest house in Stresa, Piedmont, about 700 metres from the Borromean Islands and a short walk from the shores of Lake Maggiore. The property offers a panoramic terrace, non-smoking rooms and free WiFi throughout, in an area of town highly valued by guests for its proximity to the centre and the pier.
The rooms, simple and well kept, come with an electric kettle and coffee machine; some feature a kitchen with a stovetop and microwave, ideal for longer stays or family trips. Bed linen and towels are included, and several rooms enjoy lake or mountain views from a balcony or terrace. The offer also includes a spacious attic apartment with two separate bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen.
Fruit’n Joy is aimed mainly at couples and families looking for a convenient base to explore Lake Maggiore, with free street parking and Stresa railway station less than 800 metres away. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 30 kilometres away, making the property easily reachable for those arriving by plane.
Fruit’n Joy offers four types of accommodation, from the simpler double rooms to a spacious independent apartment. The three smaller rooms, about 12 square metres each, share the same layout and features: electric kettle, coffee machine, parquet flooring and a shared bathroom with shower, plus bed linen and towels included in the stay.
The main difference lies in the bed configuration, ranging from a large double bed to twin single beds, suited both to couples and to two people travelling together who prefer not to share a bed. For those seeking more space and independence, the Attic Apartment offers 65 square metres with a private entrance, two separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with stovetop and refrigerator, and a private bathroom with tub and bidet, perfect for families or small groups looking for greater independence during their stay.
This Queen Room with Shared Bathroom measures about 12 m² and overlooks the terrace with a view of Lake Maggiore. The parquet flooring and simple furnishings make it a cosy choice for a couple, with a shared bathroom featuring a shower on the same floor.
Identical in size to the first Queen Room, this variant stands out for its spacious wardrobe and for views that extend to the surrounding mountains as well as the lake from the shared terrace.
The only type with separate single beds, designed for those who prefer not to share a bed: 12 m² with parquet flooring, a terrace with lake view and a shared bathroom with shower, as in the Queen rooms.
The largest accommodation in the property, with 65 m² spread across two separate bedrooms, an independent entrance and a fully equipped kitchen with stovetop, refrigerator and microwave. The only one with a private bathroom, featuring a shower and bidet, plus its own dining area for meals in complete independence.
Fruit’n Joy guarantees free WiFi throughout the property and free street parking, a real advantage for those visiting Stresa by car. The property is entirely non-smoking, equipped with heating, parquet flooring in common areas and daily housekeeping, with access via key cards and 24-hour security.
Every room comes with an electric kettle and coffee machine for a self-made breakfast, along with bed linen, towels and complimentary toiletries. The outdoor terrace, furnished with sun loungers and deck chairs, offers views of the lake and surrounding mountains and is the go-to spot for relaxing during the stay, while a golf course is also available within 3 kilometres.
Fruit’n Joy is located on Via San Biagio, on a quiet side street in the centre of Stresa just a short walk from the Lake Maggiore promenade. The area is one of the town’s most popular, with restaurants, cafés and shops reachable on foot in a few minutes, while still keeping a residential feel away from the traffic of the main street.
Stresa railway station is about 750 metres away, a convenient link for those arriving by train from Milan or Domodossola, while Milan Malpensa Airport is about 30 kilometres away. For dining, Ristorante La Cascina is just 100 metres away, Settimo Cielo is 350 metres away and Lidrovolante is 500 metres away, all convenient for dinner without needing a car. The pier for the Borromean Islands, including Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori, is about 700 metres away on foot. Stresa’s pedestrian lakefront is also served by boat connections to Baveno and Verbania, useful for visiting the entire western shore of the lake without using a car.
Boat trips to the lake’s islands depart from Stresa, a classic destination in any season, while Villa Pallavicino Park, 2.5 km away, offers a nature trail with free-roaming animals suitable for families too. Farther away but equally interesting are the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, about 5 km away, ideal in spring for the blooms, and Val Grande National Park, 8 km away, a starting point for excursions into the largest wilderness area in Europe. In winter, the Mottarone cable car provides access to ski slopes and views of the Alps, while in summer the lake is suited to sailing, windsurfing and walks along the waterfront.
Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality, rated 9.2, and the free WiFi, appreciated with a score of 9.5. Cleanliness (8.9) and comfort (8.8) also receive good marks, while the location, rated 8.8, especially wins over couples visiting Lake Maggiore.
No, Fruit’n Joy does not allow pets inside the property.
Yes, Fruit’n Joy provides free WiFi in all rooms and common areas, rated 9.5 by guests.
Fruit’n Joy offers free street parking near the property.
Fruit’n Joy is located about 700 metres on foot from the pier for the Borromean Islands, on Lake Maggiore.
Check-in at Fruit’n Joy is possible from 14:00 to 20:30 after notifying the property of the arrival time, while check-out is set between 06:00 and 10:00.
Only the Attic Apartment at Fruit’n Joy has a private bathroom; the other rooms share a common bathroom with shower.
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