A historic 19th-century hotel on Lake Maggiore in Verbania, with private lake access, a wellness centre with indoor pool, and a gourmet restaurant overlooking the Borromean Islands.
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Grand Hotel Majestic is a 4-star hotel overlooking Lake Maggiore in Verbania, set in a 19th-century building with private lake access and views of the Borromean Islands. The property is designed for those seeking a charming stay combining history and comfort, suited to couples, families and travellers looking for lakeside relaxation.
The rooms, spread across five floors, combine classic furnishings with modern amenities such as air conditioning and satellite TV: from the Superior Double Rooms to the Junior Suites with living area and terrace, up to the spacious dependance apartments with their own kitchen and direct access to the garden, ideal for longer stays or larger families.
The wellness centre features an indoor heated pool, a gym and beauty treatments, while the garden offers sun loungers and a small equipped beach. The La Beola restaurant serves Italian cuisine with international influences, also available on the summer portico, and breakfast is served buffet-style. From the panoramic terrace guests can admire the mountains and the Borromean Islands, with ferries departing just steps away, in Pallanza.
Grand Hotel Majestic offers eight types of accommodation spread across the five floors of the historic building, all featuring private bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen TV. The Superior Double Rooms, at 15-18 m², are the most compact options, while the Deluxe versions and Junior Suites, up to 40 m², offer glimpses of the lake and the Borromean Islands, some with their own balcony or terrace.
For longer stays or larger groups, the range is completed by the dependance apartments: from the 50 m² studio with kitchen and direct garden access, up to the 100 m² apartment with two separate bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living area, ideal for families wanting more autonomy and space.
The Superior Double Room occupies the north-east side of the building, with views over the village of Pallanza. It is the most compact room type in the property, with 18 m² furnished in classic style and a private marble bathroom; some units also feature a small balcony.
Slightly smaller than the standard Superior, at 15 m², this room stands out for its side view of the lake, particularly bright thanks to its exposure. The bathroom is private and, in some units, a balcony overlooking the water is available.
At 35 m² across two levels, this junior suite faces the inland side and is furnished in classic style with period furniture, prints and paintings. Located on the fifth floor, it includes a raised living area with a large terrace, plus a marble bathroom.
Compared to the standard Junior Suite, this Deluxe version of 32 m² offers a direct view of Lake Maggiore and features a separate living area, high-speed WiFi and, in some units, a balcony on request or a split-level layout.
Larger than the Superior rooms, at 21 m², this deluxe room is furnished with elegant fabrics and paintings, and several units offer a view of Isola San Giovanni. The private marble bathroom features large mirrors.
This 40 m² suite occupies the first floor on the east side and shares a large terrace with partial lake view with an adjacent suite, offering a more generous panoramic outdoor space compared to the other room types.
Housed in the garden dependance, this 50 m² apartment is the only option in the range with direct access to the outdoor green spaces. It features its own equipped kitchen, a balcony and air conditioning, designed for those seeking greater independence.
The largest of the dependance apartments, with 100 m² spread across two separate bedrooms. In addition to the kitchen and balcony, it offers a living area and an electric kettle, ideal for larger families staying longer.
Grand Hotel Majestic offers guests a wellness centre with gym, indoor heated pool, relaxation room and a wide range of treatments spanning massages, body scrubs and manicure and pedicure services. The garden overlooking the lake offers sun loungers and pool towels included, as well as a free tennis court and the possibility to rent bicycles or take part in walking and cycling tours.
The dining offering includes a bar, restaurant and the possibility of breakfast in the room, with menus for special diets on request and meals designed for children. A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry and ironing services complete an offering designed for relaxing stays on Lake Maggiore, while internet access is available throughout the property.
Grand Hotel Majestic stands along the Pallanza promenade, the most elegant district of Verbania, directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The neighbourhood retains the Art Nouveau atmosphere of the 19th-century villas overlooking the water and is just steps from the small harbour from which ferries depart for the Borromean Islands. The La Beola restaurant, only 20 metres from the hotel, is a landmark for local cuisine, while bars such as Gintoneria and Caffè ai Portici, both within 700 metres, liven up summer evenings.
The railway stations of Stresa and Baveno are about 4 km away, with frequent connections to Milan and Domodossola, while Milan Malpensa Airport is about 32 km away, useful for guests arriving from abroad. Just over a kilometre away are the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, among the most famous in Italy for their botanical collections, while Villa Pallavicino Park, with its free-roaming animals, is about 4 km away.
In summer, guests can enjoy sailing, SUP and boat trips to Isola Bella and Isola Madre, as well as hiking in the nearby Val Grande National Park, about 10 km away, one of the largest wilderness areas in Europe. In winter, the area is well suited to lakeside walks and excursions to hillside villages, while all year round Verbania’s historic centre offers shops, markets and the Church of Madonna di Campagna, less than 2 km from the hotel.
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Guests particularly praise the lakeside location, rated 9.7, and the staff, appreciated with 9.2 for kindness and helpfulness. Room comfort and cleanliness are also highly rated. Value for money, while still positive with a score of 8, is the least outstanding aspect according to the reviews collected.
Yes, Grand Hotel Majestic is located on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Verbania and features private access to the lake, as well as a garden with sun loungers and a small equipped beach.
Yes, Grand Hotel Majestic allows pets on request, with a possible supplement; access is only permitted in certain common areas such as the bar with terrace.
No, parking at Grand Hotel Majestic is not free: the cost is EUR 30 per day, and paid electric car charging stations are also available.
Grand Hotel Majestic features a wellness centre with an indoor heated pool, a gym and a range of massages and beauty treatments available on request.
Grand Hotel Majestic is about 32 km from Milan Malpensa Airport, easily reachable by car.
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Yes, many rooms at Grand Hotel Majestic, such as the Deluxe Junior Suites and the Double Rooms with Partial Lake View, overlook Lake Maggiore.
