Family-run guest house in Omegna, a short walk from Lake Orta, with rooms featuring a kitchenette, private entrance and free street parking.
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L’Uovo di Colombo is a non-smoking, family-run guest house located in Omegna, on the shores of Lake Orta, in Piedmont. The property is just 400 metres from the lake and around 250 metres from Omegna Crusinallo railway station, making it convenient both for guests travelling by train and those arriving by car thanks to the included free parking.
The two room types available, both with private entrance and private bathroom, are designed for short or extended stays: the Deluxe Double Room, more compact, suits couples, while the Quadruple Room, larger in size, accommodates families or small groups thanks to the extra beds. Each unit features a fully equipped kitchenette, flat-screen TV and views of the inner courtyard, for a practical and independent stay.
The area is full of restaurants and bars just steps away, such as Monterosa and Osteria alla Vaporiera, while the Borromean Islands and Lake Maggiore are about 14 km away. Those arriving by plane can rely on a paid shuttle service to Milan Malpensa Airport, 66 km away.
The rooms at L’Uovo di Colombo come in two distinct types designed for different needs: the Deluxe Double Room with Shower, 22 m² and suited to two people, and the Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom, larger at 34 m², able to host up to four guests thanks to the extra single beds.
Both room types share several common features: private entrance, private bathroom with shower and bidet, kitchenette with hob, fridge, utensils and microwave oven, as well as parquet flooring, dining area, wardrobe and flat-screen TV. The view opens onto the property’s inner courtyard, in a quiet and private setting. The presence of a kitchen in every unit makes the accommodation particularly suited to extended stays or to those who prefer to manage their own meals, without giving up essential comforts.
The more compact of the two room types, at 22 m² and designed for two people. It features a private entrance, private bathroom with shower and bidet, kitchenette with hob and microwave, as well as parquet flooring and a view of the inner courtyard. The living area with flat-screen TV and dining table makes it suitable for short stays as a couple.
At 34 m², this is the largest room in the property and the only one designed for families or small groups of up to 4 people, thanks to the two extra single beds compared to the Deluxe Double Room. It also features an equipped kitchen, private bathroom with shower and bidet, dining area and a view of the inner courtyard.
The facilities at L’Uovo di Colombo focus on practicality for independent stays. Street parking is free, a notable advantage for those visiting Omegna by car, while guests arriving by plane can request a paid airport shuttle.
Inside the property, entirely non-smoking, guests will find a minimarket, a private entrance and self-service key access, as well as a ticket service for public transport and invoice assistance on request. The rooms, all with private or shared kitchen, are equipped with a hob, fridge, utensils and microwave oven, as well as a kettle for tea and coffee.
A private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer is available in every unit, as is a flat-screen TV and heating, designed to keep the stay comfortable even during the colder months.
L’Uovo di Colombo stands in the heart of Omegna, a town overlooking the northern shore of Lake Orta, known for its industrial tradition linked to houseware production and for its compact historic centre along the Nigoglia river, the only watercourse that flows northward from the lake. The area around the property is residential and quiet, just steps from the lakefront and the railway station, with shops, bars and restaurants reachable on foot within a few minutes. The atmosphere is that of a typical Piedmontese lakeside town, away from the more intense tourist flows of nearby Lake Maggiore.
Omegna Crusinallo station, about 250 metres away, connects to the town centre within minutes and allows travel to Novara and Milan by train without changing trains. Lake Orta is 400 metres away, ideal for walks along the shore or a boat trip to San Giulio Island. The Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore are about 14 km away, while Milan Malpensa Airport, connected by a paid shuttle organised by the property, is 66 km away. For dining out, Ristorante Monterosa and Osteria alla Vaporiera are both less than 500 metres away.
Guests staying in Omegna can spend a day at the Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site about 11 km away, with its twenty frescoed chapels set in the woods, or visit the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens in Verbania, about 12 km away, among the most renowned in Italy for botanical variety. Nature lovers can explore Val Grande National Park, the largest wilderness area in the Alps, reachable within about ten kilometres. In summer the lake is ideal for swimming, kayaking and sailing, while in winter the nearby Ossola mountains offer cross-country skiing and snowshoeing routes.
Reviews particularly praise cleanliness (8.5) and staff helpfulness (8), appreciated for their kindness and attention to the spaces. Value for money is also rated well. The lowest score concerns location (6.9), perceived by some guests as slightly removed from the centre of Omegna.
No, L’Uovo di Colombo does not allow pets during the stay.
L’Uovo di Colombo is located about 400 metres from the shore of Lake Orta, reachable on foot within a few minutes.
Yes, L’Uovo di Colombo provides guests with free street parking.
Check-in at L’Uovo di Colombo is possible from 16:00 to 19:00, while check-out must be completed between 08:00 and 10:00; it is advisable to communicate your arrival time in advance.
Yes, both room types at L’Uovo di Colombo feature a private kitchenette with hob, fridge, utensils and microwave oven.
Milan Malpensa Airport is about 66 km from L’Uovo di Colombo; the property organises a paid airport shuttle on request.
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