Family-run bed and breakfast in the Levo hamlet of Stresa, with garden, free parking and rooms with balconies overlooking Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains.
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Hotel BB Villa Orchidea is a 2-star bed and breakfast set in the quiet hamlet of Levo, in the hills above Stresa, on Lake Maggiore. The property is surrounded by a garden furnished with tables and chairs, ideal for relaxing away from the traffic of the town centre, while still just a few minutes’ drive from the lake.
The rooms, simple and bright, are fitted with marble floors and feature a private bathroom with shower, satellite TV and balcony: many offer views of Lake Maggiore, the mountains or the surrounding valley. The range includes options for one person up to quadruple rooms with bunk beds, suitable for families and small groups.
Every morning a sweet and savoury Italian-style buffet breakfast is served. Private parking and WiFi are free, and a taxi service to the centre of Stresa, about 15 minutes away by car, can be arranged on request, while the train station is around 10 minutes away. A practical option for those seeking tranquillity and views over Lake Maggiore.
The rooms at Hotel BB Villa Orchidea share a simple and functional layout: marble floors, private bathroom with shower, satellite TV and free WiFi are present in all room types. Sizes range from 11 sqm for the Single up to 17 sqm for the larger options, designed for bigger families or small groups.
Almost all rooms have a balcony, and several room types offer a direct view of Lake Maggiore, as well as of the mountains and surrounding valley. Double and twin rooms are designed for two guests, while triples and quadruples, fitted with a bunk bed alongside the double bed, comfortably accommodate families of up to four guests. Some units, such as the Double Room with Lake View, focus entirely on the panorama, while others prioritise indoor space for longer stays.
The most compact room in the property, designed for the solo traveller: 11 sqm with private balcony, bathroom with shower and satellite TV, plus free WiFi included.
Standard double room of 16 sqm with no particular panoramic view, ideal for an essential stay with private bathroom, shower and satellite TV.
Designed for three guests, it combines a double bed with a bunk bed and features a private balcony, unlike the Standard Double Room which has no dedicated view.
Same size as the Standard Double but with a balcony directly overlooking Lake Maggiore, a distinctive feature that makes it preferable for those seeking the view.
At 17 sqm it is among the largest double rooms in the property, with a private balcony and view of Lake Maggiore, suited to those wanting more space in addition to the panorama.
Accommodating up to four people with a private balcony, it is among the roomiest options in the property, suited to families who don’t need the lake view.
Unlike the Standard Triple, this room offers a balcony with lake view, combining capacity for three guests with a more scenic outlook.
The most complete quadruple room in the property: same capacity as the Standard but with a panoramic balcony over Lake Maggiore, ideal for larger families seeking a view.
Hotel BB Villa Orchidea offers guests a garden with outdoor furniture and a terrace, perfect for relaxing outdoors, as well as free private parking convenient for those arriving by car. Common areas feature daily housekeeping, a safe, a vending machine and CCTV both outside and in the common areas, while the entire property is non-smoking.
Rooms feature marble or tiled floors, heating, independent entrance and views over the mountains, valley or inner courtyard depending on the room type. Each private bathroom includes a shower or bathtub, hairdryer, bed linen and complimentary toiletries.
Additional services include an in-room minibar, free WiFi throughout the property, spa facilities and the possibility of hiking in the surrounding area, with a golf course within 3 km. The property accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge payable by the guest.
Hotel BB Villa Orchidea is located in the hamlet of Levo, on the hills overlooking Stresa and Lake Maggiore, in a rural and quiet area away from the tourist bustle of the lakefront. The setting is typical of the Piedmont countryside overlooking Lake Maggiore, with scattered houses, vegetable gardens and wide views over the Alps surrounding the lake basin.
Reaching the centre of Stresa takes about 15 minutes by car, while Stresa train station is around 10 minutes away by car and Baveno station about 2.9 km away. The property offers a taxi service on request for trips into town. Those arriving by air can use Milan Malpensa airport, about 30 km away, or Lugano Agno airport, a little further. In the area, within a few minutes, are a few restaurants such as Al Rustico and Cardini, convenient for dinner without going all the way down to the lake.
Stresa and its surroundings offer plenty to see throughout the year: Parco Villa Pallavicino, a zoo and nature area about 3.4 km away, is great with children, while the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, about 6 km away, offer spectacular blooms in spring and summer. Nature lovers can head to Valgrande National Park, about 9 km away, for hikes in a wild and little-visited area. In summer, Lake Maggiore is ideal for boat trips to the Borromean Islands, while in winter the nearby Alpe Mottarone, reachable by car, opens its ski slopes to those seeking snow just a short distance from the lake.
Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, rated 8.5 and 8.2 respectively, as well as the good value for money. Lower scores concern staff and location, consistent with the quiet and secluded nature of the property outside the centre of Stresa.
Yes, Hotel BB Villa Orchidea accepts pets on request, with a possible additional surcharge to be agreed with the property.
Yes, Hotel BB Villa Orchidea has free private parking directly on site, convenient for those arriving by car.
Hotel BB Villa Orchidea is about 15 minutes by car from the centre of Stresa, and a taxi service can be requested for an additional cost.
Yes, some room types at Hotel BB Villa Orchidea, such as the Double Room with Lake View and the Quadruple Room with Lake View, feature a balcony overlooking Lake Maggiore.
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Yes, Hotel BB Villa Orchidea includes a sweet and savoury Italian breakfast served buffet-style every morning.
No, Hotel BB Villa Orchidea does not have a fixed reception desk: it is recommended to communicate your expected arrival time in advance.
