Family-run hotel in Baveno, a stone's throw from Lake Maggiore, with an outdoor pool, hot tub and air-conditioned rooms, many with lake or city views.
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Hotel Azalea is a 3-star family-run property located in Baveno, just 100 metres from Lake Maggiore and 400 metres from the town’s railway station.
It stands in a quiet area near an old church, and features private gardens with an outdoor pool, a small pool with hot tub and a sun terrace equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas. WiFi is free throughout the property, while parking is available for a fee in a covered garage or outdoors.
The rooms, all air-conditioned, come with a flat-screen satellite TV and minibar; several room types offer a balcony and some provide a direct view of the lake or the surrounding town. In the morning guests find a buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury options, while a lounge, a TV room and a bar for drinks and snacks are available throughout the day.
The location is particularly appreciated by couples: the ferry port for the Borromean Islands is just 100 metres away, and a bus stop for Stresa and Verbania can be reached in a five-minute walk.
Hotel Azalea offers seven room types, all air-conditioned and fitted with a private bathroom, flat-screen satellite TV and minibar, designed to suit different needs: from the solo traveller to the large family. Sizes range from 11 sqm for the Single Room to 24 sqm for the Quadruple Room, the largest in the whole property, with flexible bed configurations alternating large double beds, single beds and even a bunk bed for family accommodations.
Many rooms open onto balconies with a view of the city or a nearby landmark, while the Superior Double/Twin Room offers a direct view of Lake Maggiore, the real added value of this category. The Economy Room is on the ground floor and is designed for those who prefer to avoid stairs, while the Double Room with Twin Beds overlooks a quiet inner courtyard, ideal for those seeking more peace and quiet compared to the street-facing rooms.
Versatile 17-sqm room that can be set up with a double bed or three single beds, suitable for both couples and small groups. The balcony offers a view of the landmark and the city, while air conditioning ensures comfort even in the summer months.
At 23 sqm, this is among the largest rooms in the property, designed to accommodate up to four people thanks to the flexible bed configuration. Here too there’s a balcony with a view of the city and the landmark.
The most compact room in the hotel, at 11 sqm and designed for the solo traveller. It does not offer extra beds and features a balcony with a city view, ideal for short, functional stays.
The only room type with a direct view of Lake Maggiore, a clear distinction from the other rooms in the Superior category. The private balcony is the ideal spot to admire the lake view at any time of day.
Located on the ground floor, this is the only room in the hotel with no stairs to climb, convenient for those with heavy luggage or mobility issues. It overlooks a quiet inner courtyard and does not allow pets or extra beds.
Double room with a private balcony, though without the panoramic lake view that characterises the Superior room. It’s a more essential solution but still equipped with all the comforts for two or three guests.
At 24 sqm, this is the most spacious room in the hotel, ideal for families with children thanks to the optional bunk bed. The balcony offers a city view, and the flexibility of the bed configurations makes it the most adaptable choice in the property.
Hotel Azalea offers guests private gardens with an outdoor pool, a small pool with hot tub and a sun terrace equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas, a real strength for those seeking relaxation after a day on Lake Maggiore. WiFi is free throughout the property, while parking is available on request in a covered garage with video surveillance or outdoors, both for a fee.
Pets are allowed on request, with a possible surcharge, and the property has a lift, rooms and facilities designed for guests with disabilities, as well as a shuttle service and private check-in. Families will find dedicated rooms and an outdoor play area.
For meals, an on-site café, a bar serving wine and champagne, and a snack bar are available. The rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar and bathroom toiletries, making the stay comfortable at every stage.
Hotel Azalea stands in the heart of Baveno, a town on the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore, in a quiet residential area near an old church. The lake is just 100 metres from the entrance, while the ferry port for the Borromean Islands is equally close, allowing guests to reach Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori in just a few minutes by boat.
Baveno railway station is about 200 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train from Milan or Domodossola, while Stresa station is 3.4 km away. A public bus stop with connections to Stresa and Verbania can be reached in a five-minute walk. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 33 km away, just under an hour’s drive. Within 100 metres there are already some restaurants such as Bar Sirio and Locomotive Vm, handy for a quick meal without leaving the property.
Those staying here can spend their days exploring around Lake Maggiore: Villa Pallavicino Park, with its animals and gardens, is about 4.9 km away, while the famous Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens can be reached in about 5 km. Lovers of wilder nature can head towards Val Grande National Park, about 6-9 km away, one of the least developed natural parks in Europe. In summer, the nearby Lido Beach Club Baveno, 600 metres away, offers a direct lakeside swimming option, while in winter the nearby alpine peaks are easily reached for a day on the snow.
Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.4, appreciated especially by couples. Cleanliness and staff helpfulness are also highly rated, both above 8.9. WiFi, although free, receives the lowest score among the reviewed categories.
Yes, Hotel Azalea is just 100 metres from Lake Maggiore and equally close to the ferry port for the Borromean Islands, in Baveno.
Yes, Hotel Azalea accepts pets on request at the time of booking, with a possible surcharge; the ground-floor Economy Room is an exception and does not allow them.
No, parking at Hotel Azalea is paid: the covered garage with video surveillance costs 10 EUR per day, while the private outdoor garage costs 5 EUR per day; free public parking is also available 200 metres away.
Yes, Hotel Azalea offers free WiFi throughout the property.
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Yes, Hotel Azalea has an outdoor pool with a small pool with hot tub, set within the property’s private gardens, with an adjoining equipped sun terrace.
Hotel Azalea is about 33 km from Milan Malpensa Airport, reachable in just under an hour by car.
