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4-star hotel on the Sacro Monte di Varese, with garden, panoramic terrace, restaurant and rooms with lake or hill views.

A 3-star hotel in the historic heart of Varese, a few steps from the Duomo and Villa Panza, with free parking and buffet breakfast.
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Hotel Europa Varese is a 3-star hotel located just inside the historic centre of Varese, only a 10-minute walk from the railway station with direct connections to Milan. The property is designed for those travelling for work, cultural tourism, or a short getaway among the Lombard hills, and stands out for its proximity to landmarks such as the Basilica of San Vittore and the Baptistery of San Giovanni Battista.
The rooms, ranging from the Superior Single up to apartments with kitchenette, are all air-conditioned and equipped with flat-screen TV with satellite channels and minibar; several room types offer views over the inner courtyard or renovated bathrooms with a whirlpool bathtub. A continental buffet breakfast is served every morning, while the on-site bar and restaurant make it possible to plan the whole day without leaving the property.
Private parking is free, a notable advantage right in the city centre, and WiFi is included in all areas. The location, rated 9.6 by guests, allows guests to walk to the Villa Panza museum and the Ville Ponti Congress Centre, while Lake Varese is just a 10-minute drive away.

The offer at Hotel Europa Varese includes nine types of accommodation, from the 16 m² Superior Single Room to independent apartments with kitchenette and separate living area. All standard rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with minibar and flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and have an en-suite bathroom; some options, such as the Superior Double/Twin Room, offer a recently renovated bathroom and a larger size than the others.
Those travelling with family or in a group can choose between the Triple Room, the Standard Quadruple, or the Standard Family Room, while for longer stays two apartments are available with a full kitchen, washing machine and separate lounge area: the Superior Apartment stands out for its bathroom with chromotherapy and whirlpool bathtub, and the larger Apartment can accommodate up to five people. The Economy Room, on the other hand, is the simplest option, located on the ground floor.
The most compact room in the hotel, designed for solo travellers. Equipped with air conditioning, satellite LCD TV, safe and minibar, with en-suite bathroom.
A flexible room that can be set up with a double bed or two single beds as preferred, suitable for both couples and friends travelling together. Air conditioning, satellite TV and minibar complete the amenities.
Designed for three people, with a flexible bed configuration between a double plus a single bed or three separate single beds. Air conditioning and en-suite bathroom, as in the other standard rooms.
The largest among the standard multiple rooms, at 30 m² and able to accommodate up to four people. It offers the same flexible bed configuration as the other group rooms.
Compared to the Standard room, this room is larger and has a recently renovated en-suite bathroom. The bed type must be specified at the time of booking.
Located on the ground floor, this is the simplest and most affordable option in the hotel: instead of air conditioning it has a fan, plus a minibar and flat-screen TV.
An independent 26 m² one-bedroom apartment with a full kitchenette and separate bedroom. The bathroom features a spacious shower with chromotherapy and a bathtub with whirlpool, a unique detail among the available options.
The largest and most complete of the apartments, with private entrance, separate living room, independent bedroom, and fully equipped kitchen with washing machine. It accommodates up to 5 people between the bed, futon and sofa bed.
Hotel Europa Varese offers a range of services designed to make both a business stay and a tourist visit comfortable. In addition to free private parking with spaces reserved for guests with disabilities, the property has a restaurant, an on-site bar, and the option of breakfast served in the room, along with a menu that can also accommodate special diets upon request.
General services include a lift, heating, air conditioning, luggage storage, laundry and ironing service, as well as a common lounge with TV and a garden with outdoor furniture for moments of relaxation. Pets are also well catered for, with bowls and beds available.
Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and internet connection, while private bathrooms are provided with a hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and bed linen. The property is also accessible to guests with disabilities and has dedicated rooms and facilities.
Hotel Europa Varese is located just inside the historic centre of the city, in Piazza Beccaria, a pedestrian area full of cafés, restaurants and shops just a few steps from the Duomo. The neighbourhood retains the typical atmosphere of 19th-century Varese, with the Basilica of San Vittore and the Bernascone Bell Tower visible about 400 metres from the property.
Varese Nord station is 700 metres away, and Varese station is 850 metres away, both with direct connections to Milan in under an hour. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 19 km away, while Linate Airport is 52 km away, also convenient for those arriving via the A8 motorway. Lake Varese is a 10-minute drive from the hotel, and the same motorway leads to the Milan Expo exhibition centre.
Guests staying here can dedicate a day to visiting Villa Panza, a contemporary art museum with a remarkable English garden, or the Ville Ponti Congress Centre, both just a few minutes’ walk away. Nature lovers can head to the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park, about 7 km away, ideal for excursions in any season, or visit Masnago Castle, 2 km away, home to a collection of late Gothic frescoes. In summer the lake is perfect for walks along its shores, while in winter the proximity to Campo dei Fiori opens up quieter routes through the woods.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.2, and the location, which at 9.6 is the property’s absolute strong point. Cleanliness and comfort remain at solid levels, while the value for money, though positive, is the slightly more modest score.
Yes, Hotel Europa Varese has free private parking, including spaces reserved for guests with disabilities.
Yes, Hotel Europa Varese accepts pets, although a supplement may be required depending on the room type chosen.
Yes, Hotel Europa Varese includes a continental buffet breakfast served every morning.
Hotel Europa Varese is about a 10-minute walk from Varese station, which has direct connections to Milan.
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Yes, Hotel Europa Varese requires a minimum age of 18 for check-in.
Yes, Hotel Europa Varese offers two independent apartments with a fully equipped kitchen, suitable for longer stays or larger families.