Hotel Villa Ruscello

Name: Hotel Villa Ruscello
Address: Via Sempione, 64, 28831 Baveno, Italy, Baveno, Piedmont, IT
Price range: €€
Rating: 9

Hotel Villa Ruscello is a family-run 2-star property in Baveno, on Lake Maggiore, set in a 4,000 m² garden with views of the Borromean Islands.

Just 2.5 km from Baveno and Stresa, the hotel is a practical base for exploring the lake and its surroundings, rich in historic villas and gardens, although a car is recommended for getting around freely. The rooms, housed in the annex, include satellite TV and, in several room types, a balcony with lake view: options range from the most compact double at 13 m² to the 40 m² suite with two bedrooms, designed for larger groups.

The garden offers space for fishing and water sports, as well as a barbecue area with gazebo, while private parking and WiFi in the lobby and gardens are free of charge. Continental breakfast is served buffet-style in the dining room, with the option to enjoy drinks on the outdoor terrace. Pets are welcome, for a supplement, but are not allowed in the breakfast room. Couples particularly appreciate the property’s location.

★ 9 · Excellent · 1.467 reviews

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Villa Ruscello are located in the property’s annex and share some basic features, such as a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as satellite TV in every accommodation. The range includes four room types, from the most compact double at 13 m² to the 40 m² superior suite with two bedrooms, designed for larger families or small groups.

Many rooms offer a balcony with views over the waters of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands, a detail that makes choosing the room type an important part of the booking. The Standard Quadruple Room, without lake view or extra beds, is instead the most basic solution for those looking for just a practical base during their stay on the lake.

Double Room with Balcony and Lake View

13 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Air conditioning

The most compact of the rooms at Villa Ruscello, at just 13 m², still offers a private balcony overlooking the waters of Lake Maggiore. Equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom, it is designed for two people looking for a basic but view-worthy stay.

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Standard Triple Room with Balcony and Lake View

17 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed or 3 single beds
Max 3 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Air conditioning

Larger than the Double, at 17 m², this triple room keeps the balcony and lake view but adds flexibility in bed configuration, suiting both couples with a child and small groups of friends.

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Standard Quadruple Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

2 bunk beds and 1 large double bed
Max 4 guests
Air conditioning, Private bathroom, Family friendly

At 20 m², this is the only room type without a balcony or lake view, and it does not allow extra beds. Thanks to the bunk beds, however, it is the most practical solution for families with several children.

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Superior Suite with 2 Bedrooms, Balcony and Lake View

40 m² · Private bathroom

3 single beds and 1 large double bed
Max 5 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Flat-screen TV

The largest accommodation in the property, with 40 m² spread over two bedrooms, is the only one designed for groups of up to five people. It features a panoramic balcony, lake view and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

You're looking for a family-run two-star hotel directly on Lake Maggiore, with a 4,000 m² garden and views of the Borromean Islands.
You're travelling as a couple and want a well-rated location: guests have rated it 9.2 for a trip for two.
You need free private parking and WiFi included in the lobby and garden.
You're travelling with your pet, which is welcome at the property for a possible supplement.
You're looking for rooms with balcony and lake view, available in several types up to 40 m².

Maybe not, if...

You need an elevator: the building does not have one.
You want to bring your dog into the dining room too: this is not allowed here.
You're looking for a property right in the town centre: Villa Ruscello is 2.5 km from Baveno and Stresa, and having a car is recommended.
You're booking the Standard Quadruple Room hoping for a balcony and lake view: this room type does not offer them.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Villa Ruscello offers guests a 4,000 m² garden equipped with a picnic area, a sun terrace and a barbecue area with gazebo, ideal for relaxing after excursions around Lake Maggiore. Those getting around by bike can take advantage of bike rental, while those who prefer to explore on foot will find organized tours and hiking nearby.

Private parking is free, as is the WiFi connection available in the lobby and outdoor areas. For dining, the property offers a snack bar and a bar service with wine and champagne, in addition to continental buffet breakfast. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and heating, and family accommodations and non-smoking rooms are also available. Pets are allowed, with bowls provided.

Great for your stay

Free parking
Private bathroom
Parking
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Beach
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms available
Picnic area

General facilities

Picnic area
Sun terrace
Barbecue
Terrace
Garden
Bike rental
Walking tours
Cycling tours
Hiking
Darts
Golf course (within 3 km)
Pet bowls
Luggage storage
Packed lunches available
Express check-in/check-out
Family rooms available
Safe
Air conditioning
Heating
Non-smoking rooms

Parking

Parking

Food & drink

Wine/champagne
Snack bar
Bar

Media & technology

Satellite channels
Telephone
Internet connection

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Toilet
Complimentary toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Desk

Location & what to see

Villa Ruscello is located along Via Sempione in Baveno, in Piedmont, directly on the shore of Lake Maggiore, in a quiet residential area dotted with historic villas and gardens that have characterized this stretch of coast for centuries. The property’s garden, covering 4,000 m², overlooks the lake with views of the Borromean Islands and offers a privileged vantage point for watching the sunset over the mountains surrounding the basin.

The centre of Baveno is about 2.5 km away, as is Stresa, both reachable by car or with a short walk along the shore; Baveno railway station is 1.7 km away, and Stresa’s is 1.8 km away, convenient for those arriving by train. For those travelling by plane, Milan Malpensa Airport is about 31 km away, while Milan Linate is 75 km away. In the immediate surroundings there are several dining options, such as Ristorante I Mori just 400 m away, La Rampolina at 550 m and Ristorante Unione at 650 m.

In summer, Lido Beach Club Baveno, 2.1 km away, offers an equipped beach and water sports on the lake, while nature lovers can visit Villa Pallavicino Park, 3.5 km away, with its zoological garden, or the Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto, 5 km away, famous for their floral collections. For those seeking more challenging excursions, Val Grande National Park, about 11 km away, offers trails through one of the largest wilderness areas in Europe, particularly popular in spring and summer.

Ristorante I Mori — Typical trattoria a short walk from the hotel, ideal for casual dinners 400 m

Villa Pallavicino Park — Park with zoological garden and large green spaces for families 3,5 km

Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto — Famous floral collections overlooking Lake Maggiore 5 km

Lido Beach Club Baveno — Equipped beach with water sports on Lake Maggiore 2,1 km

What guests say about Hotel Villa Ruscello

9

Excellent · 1.467 reviews

Staff

9.7

Comfort

8.9

Location

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Facilities

8.6

Value for money

9.2

Free Wi-Fi

9.5

Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.7, and the cleanliness of the rooms, at 9.2. The lakeside location (9.4) and value for money (9.2) are also highly appreciated, while the lowest score concerns general facilities (8.6), still solid for a family-run property.