Bed and Breakfast
B&B La Lanterna
B&B La Lanterna is a family-run guest house in Verbania, on Lake Maggiore, with lake-view rooms, balcony or terrace, free parking and buffet breakfast.

Beachfront hotel on Lake Maggiore in Verbania, with a bar, air-conditioned rooms and buffet breakfast: a convenient base for exploring the lake by bike or on foot.
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Hotel Aquadolce is a 3-star property located directly on the Verbania lakefront, just a few metres from the waters of Lake Maggiore. Its beachfront position, combined with proximity to bars and restaurants in the town centre, makes it a convenient choice for both short stays and longer holidays exploring the area.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and equipped with free WiFi, private bathroom and flat-screen TV, range from Single rooms to Triple and Double options with lake views, some featuring a balcony overlooking the water. The property is entirely non-smoking and provides bed linen and towels in every room, along with a minibar in most rooms.
Breakfast is served as a buffet with Italian and gluten-free options, appreciated by guests alongside the on-site bar and common lounge. Thanks to its location, rated very highly by guests, Hotel Aquadolce is a good base for hiking, cycling along the lake and visiting the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, reachable in just a few minutes on foot.

The rooms at Hotel Aquadolce share some basic features: air conditioning active during the summer months, private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV, desk and provided bed linen, plus free WiFi available throughout the property. Sizes range from 11 sqm for the Single Room to 21 sqm for the Triple Room with Lake View, offering solutions suited to both solo travellers and families with children.
The main difference between room types concerns the view and extra amenities: the Deluxe and Superior rooms add a private balcony with lake view and a minibar, while the Double/Twin Room and the Triple Room offer flexibility in bed configuration, to be specified at the time of booking. The Single Room, more compact, is designed for those seeking an essential yet quiet accommodation, with a view over the inner street and complimentary toiletries in the bathroom.
Air-conditioned room of 18 sqm with flexible bed configuration, to be specified at the time of booking between a double bed or two single beds. Featuring a minibar and a view, it is one of the most versatile options in the property for couples or friends sharing the room.
This is the largest room in the property, at 21 sqm, with a fixed combination of a single bed and a double bed that makes it ideal for three people. The added value is the direct view of Lake Maggiore, along with a minibar and air conditioning.
The most compact of the available rooms, designed for solo travellers. The private bathroom with shower includes a bidet and hairdryer, while the view overlooks a quiet inner street, away from the bustle of the lakefront.
Compared to the standard Double/Twin Room, this Deluxe version adds a private balcony with lake view, along with a minibar and flexible bed configuration. A small extra outdoor space compared to room types without direct water views.
Same size and lake view as the Deluxe, but classified as a Superior category: it features a private balcony and bathroom with shower, designed for those seeking the same setup as the Deluxe with a dedicated location within the property.
Hotel Aquadolce is literally located beachfront on Lake Maggiore, and this position is reflected in the amenities offered: bike tours and excursions, hiking opportunities in the surrounding area and a tennis court available to guests. The property, entirely non-smoking, features a common lounge with TV area, lift, air conditioning active during the summer months and heating, as well as daily housekeeping and an in-room safe.
For those arriving by bicycle, free storage is available upon request, while guests travelling with pets will also find dedicated bowls. The on-site bar offers wine, champagne and fruit, with the option of having breakfast served directly in the room.
Rooms are equipped with free WiFi, private bathroom with shower or bathtub, hairdryer and toiletries, desk and a socket near the bed, features designed to make both a short stay and a longer one on the lake practical.
Hotel Aquadolce stands on the Verbania lakefront, in the area directly facing Lake Maggiore, in a residential district enlivened by small bars and restaurants reachable on foot in less than a minute. The property is located at Via Cietti 1, along a stretch of lakefront with limited traffic, where the arcades of the old town host historic inns and cafés such as Caffè ai Portici, just 150 metres away.
The railway stations of Baveno and Stresa are 3.9 and 4.4 km away respectively, convenient for those arriving by train along the Sempione line. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 33 km away, just under an hour by car. The Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, among the most visited in Italy, are 1.4 km away, while Villa Pallavicino Park with its wildlife zoo is 4.8 km away towards Stresa.
In summer, guests can enjoy swimming in the lake right in front of the hotel, as well as cycling along the lakefront bike paths and boat trips to the Borromean Islands, about 14 km away. In cooler months, the Val Grande National Park, around ten kilometres away, offers some of the wildest hiking trails in the Italian Alps, while in winter the lake’s mild climate is still pleasant for walks along the harbour and visits to nearby villages such as Baveno and Stresa, both reachable within a few minutes.
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Reviews particularly praise the lakefront location, rated 9.6, and the friendliness of the staff, scoring 9.3. Cleanliness and comfort are solid, while general services receive the lowest score, indicating some room for improvement on this front.
Yes, Hotel Aquadolce stands directly on the Verbania lakefront, with direct access to the Lake Maggiore beach just steps from the entrance.
Yes, Hotel Aquadolce allows pets upon request; a surcharge may apply and dedicated pet bowls are available on-site.
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Hotel Aquadolce is located at Via Cietti 1, on the Verbania lakefront, just a few metres from bars and restaurants in the town centre and about 1.4 km from the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens.
Free public parking is available along the road running beside the lake near Hotel Aquadolce, while bicycle storage is free upon request.
Yes, Hotel Aquadolce includes a buffet breakfast with Italian and gluten-free options for guests staying at the property.
Near Hotel Aquadolce you can visit the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens 1.4 km away, Villa Pallavicino Park 4.8 km away, and the Borromean Islands, reachable in about 14 km.