Hotel Nova
Varese · Italy · 3 Stars

Hotel Nova

Family-run hotel in the center of Varese, with free private parking, air-conditioned rooms and buffet and gluten-free breakfast for every need.

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7.8 Score
27 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Varese
Nearby Ristorante Pizzeria Medusa · 40 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Hotel Nova

Hotel Nova is a 3-star property in the center of Varese, just steps from restaurants and cafés and about 2 km from the historic center with the Basilica of San Vittore. The building is entirely non-smoking and offers free private parking, convenient for those arriving by car from the motorway or from Malpensa Airport, about 18 km away.

The rooms, all air-conditioned and with private bathroom, are designed for both short and extended stays: from the more compact Single Room to the 40 sqm Family Room for larger families, along with double solutions with combinable single beds. Every room includes a desk, flat-screen TV, hairdryer and free WiFi.

A shared TV lounge is available on the common floor for relaxing, while in the morning breakfast offers buffet and gluten-free options. The reception staff, active 24 hours a day, speak Italian, English, German and Dutch and are a useful point of reference for those visiting Varese and the surrounding Campo dei Fiori Regional Park.

Hotel Nova
★ 7.8 · Good · 27 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Nova

Family-run hotel in the center of Varese, with free private parking, air-conditioned rooms and buffet and gluten-free breakfast for every need.

Room types

Hotel Nova offers four room types, all air-conditioned, with private bathroom featuring shower and bidet, flat-screen TV, desk and hairdryer. The range covers different needs: from the 20 sqm Single Room designed for solo travelers, to the 23 sqm Double Room with a French bed, up to the Double/Twin Room which offers the flexibility to choose between a double configuration or two separate beds, useful for friends or colleagues traveling together.

For larger groups or families, the Family Room reaches 40 sqm and can accommodate up to four people thanks to the combination of single beds and a double bed. All rooms feature a wardrobe, safe and heating, while free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property, including common areas.

Double Room/Twin Room — Hotel Nova
Double Room/Twin Room
24 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 French double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Safe, Flat-screen TV

The largest room among the doubles, 24 sqm, offers the flexibility of two bed configurations: a French double bed or two separate single beds, ideal for when guest preferences aren’t yet known at the time of booking. The private bathroom features a shower and bidet, and a safe is available for valuables.

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Double Room — Hotel Nova
Double Room
23 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 French double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Wardrobe, Flat-screen TV

A 23 sqm air-conditioned double room with a French double bed, designed for those seeking a classic solution without sacrificing space. The private bathroom features a shower and bidet, and the room includes a wardrobe for storing luggage during the stay.

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Single Room — Hotel Nova
Single Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning, Wardrobe, Hairdryer

The most compact solution in the property, 20 sqm designed for those traveling alone for work or leisure. Featuring a single bed, wardrobe and private bathroom with shower and bidet, it’s the most essential choice yet still air-conditioned and well equipped.

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Family Room — Hotel Nova
Family Room
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 French double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Safe, Air conditioning, Flat-screen TV

At 40 sqm, this is the largest room in the hotel, the only one designed to accommodate up to four people thanks to the combination of two single beds and a French double bed. Perfect for families or small groups, it maintains the same standards as the other rooms with private bathroom, shower, bidet and safe.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're looking for free private parking without having to search for a spot in central Varese.
  • Yes, if you're traveling with family and need a room for up to 4 people, like the 40 sqm Family Room.
  • Yes, if you have specific dietary needs, thanks to the gluten-free breakfast option.
  • Yes, if you're bringing your pet along, allowed upon request.
  • Yes, if you appreciate flexible check-in until midnight and a 24-hour reception.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're looking for a property right in the historic center: the Cathedral and the Basilica of San Vittore are over 2 km away.
  • Maybe not, if you're traveling with infants and need a crib or extra bed, which are not available at this property.
  • Maybe not, if you're organizing a bachelor or bachelorette party: this type of event is not allowed.
  • Maybe not, if you give absolute priority to high location scores, which remain the weakest point in the reviews.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Nova provides guests with free private parking, a valuable option for those visiting Varese by car who want to avoid paid parking in the city center. The property is entirely non-smoking and has a 24-hour reception, with staff who speak Italian, English, German and Dutch.

Common areas include a TV lounge for relaxing after a day of sightseeing, while for dining the hotel offers an on-site café and an indoor bar. Family rooms are available for those traveling in groups or with children, and free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property.

Security features include CCTV both outside and in common areas, while check-in and check-out can be arranged privately upon request. Pets are allowed, with a possible surcharge depending on the request.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Common lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour reception
  • Invoice available on request
  • CCTV outside the property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms available
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Nova is located on Via Giuseppe Giusti, in a residential area of Varese just steps from restaurants and cafés: Ristorante Pizzeria Medusa is only 40 meters away, while Buongiorno and Paradiso are 100 and 150 meters away respectively. Varese railway station is about 1.7 km away, convenient for those arriving without a car, while Varese Nord is 1.9 km away.

The historic center with the Basilica of San Vittore, the Bernascone Bell Tower and the Baptistery of San Giovanni Battista is about 2.2 km away, as is Villa Mirabello with its park. Milan Malpensa Airport is 18-27 km away depending on the source, a useful connection for those arriving by plane, while Milan Linate remains further away, at about 50 km.

Nature lovers can reach Campo dei Fiori Regional Park in about 10 km, an ideal destination for hikes among woods and scenic trails all year round, with more challenging walks possible in the summer months. Lake Varese is visible from the surrounding hills and offers a pleasant landscape for those seeking a break from the city center. For culture enthusiasts, the Chicco d’Oro Coffee Museum is about 12 km away, while Villa Panza, famous for its contemporary art collection, is 3.7 km from the property.

Ristorante Pizzeria Medusa — Pizzeria just a short walk from the hotel, convenient for a casual dinner 40 m
Buongiorno — Neighborhood restaurant praised for its local dishes 100 m
Varese Railway Station — Rail connections to Milan and the rest of Lombardy 1,7 km
Basilica of San Vittore — Historic church in the heart of Varese's city center 2,2 km
Villa Panza — Contemporary art collection housed in a neoclassical villa 3,7 km
Campo dei Fiori Regional Park — Natural area with hiking trails and views of the Alps 10 km

What guests say about Hotel Nova

7.8
Good · 27 reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
7.9
Location
6.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
7.6
Value for money
8.2

Reviews particularly praise the cleanliness and helpfulness of the staff, both scoring above 8. The value for money is rated positively, while the location receives more modest ratings, likely due to the distance from the historic center compared to the residential area where the hotel is situated.

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