Hotel
Hotel L’Approdo
4-star hotel in Pettenasco with a private beach on Lake Orta, seasonal outdoor pool, rooms with lake or mountain views and a wellness area with sauna and Turkish bath.

Two-star hotel overlooking Lake Orta, with garden, terrace and in-house restaurant, ideal for those looking for rooms with balcony and views of the lake or the surrounding hills.
See prices & availabilityThis page contains affiliate links. If you book through our links we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Madonna Della Neve is a 2-star hotel located in Pettenasco, just steps from the shores of Lake Orta, in Piedmont. The property features a garden, terrace, restaurant and bar, and is entirely non-smoking, a detail appreciated by those seeking well-kept and restful environments.
The hotel is designed for families, couples and travelers who want to explore the lake while staying in a quiet base: all rooms have a balcony, many offer views of the lake, garden or surrounding mountains, and some room types include a kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and minibar, useful for longer stays or those traveling with children.
WiFi is free throughout the property, while the restaurant offers coffee shop service, bar and menus also for children. The location allows guests to reach the center of Pettenasco, the train station and some local restaurants on foot, while the Sacro Monte di Orta and the Borromean Islands are easily reached by car for a day of excursions in the lake area.

The rooms at Madonna Della Neve range in size, from the 15 sqm Standard Double Room to the 40 sqm Studio with Terrace, and share some common features: private bathroom, flat-screen TV and, in all room types, a private balcony overlooking the garden, the hills or the lake. Several rooms also offer a bathtub and patio, details that make the stay more comfortable for those staying a few extra days.
Among the available options, the two studios stand out with a kitchenette equipped with refrigerator, microwave and electric kettle, designed for those seeking more independence during their stay, and the Quadruple Room with Balcony, suitable for families thanks to the combination of single beds and a double bed. The smaller rooms are still equipped with all the essential comforts for a short stay by the lake.
This comfort room stands out for its bathtub and private patio, as well as views that can span the lake, the garden or the mountains depending on the exposure. The minibar and coffee machine complete a more refined solution compared to the other double rooms in the property.
With its 35 sqm, this is the largest room designed for families, thanks to the combination of two single beds and one large double bed. The private balcony overlooks the garden or the surrounding hills, while the patio adds an extra outdoor space compared to the double rooms.
This is the most compact room in the hotel, at 15 sqm, designed for short stays as a couple. Despite its limited size, it has a private balcony and a small terrace, as well as a view of the inner garden, a plus that sets it apart from the other standard double rooms.
This 35 sqm studio is equipped with a full kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and electric kettle, designed for those seeking more independence during their stay. The private balcony offers an open view of the surroundings, ideal for an apartment-style accommodation.
The most spacious of the studios, at 40 sqm and accommodating up to 3 guests thanks to the sofa bed combined with the double bed. It is the only room type with a bathtub in addition to the kitchenette, and features both a balcony and a terrace, perfect for a longer stay by the lake.
Madonna Della Neve offers guests a garden and an outdoor terrace, useful spaces for relaxing between excursions around Lake Orta. Inside there is a restaurant and a bar, with coffee shop service, wine and champagne offerings and menus designed also for children, as well as an on-site minimarket for everyday needs.
WiFi connection is free throughout the property, while the rooms are equipped with an electric kettle; several room types also add a kitchenette, minibar and coffee machine. The hotel is entirely non-smoking and has an elevator, as well as rooms designed for guests with disabilities and solutions for families.
General services also include a safe, heating, express check-in and check-out, spaces for meetings or banquets and a security system with closed-circuit cameras and smoke alarm, for a peaceful stay in every season.
Madonna Della Neve is located in Pettenasco, a small village overlooking Lake Orta, in a quiet residential area just steps from the town center and the lakeshore. The setting is typical of Piedmontese lakeside villages, with stone houses, private gardens and glimpses of the moraine hills surrounding the lake.
Pettenasco train station is just 750 meters from the hotel, while Orta-Miasino station is about 3.1 km away, convenient for those arriving by train from Milan or Novara. By car, Milan Malpensa airport is about 48 km away, while Milan Linate is just over 76 km away. Within a one-kilometer radius there are several traditional restaurants, including Vecchio Forno at 850 meters and Il Cortile at 900 meters, ideal for tasting Piedmontese lake cuisine.
Lake Orta is practically on the doorstep, perfect for lakeside walks, boat trips to Isola di San Giulio or summer swims. About 3 km away is the Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO site with its twenty frescoed chapels set in the woods, a popular destination both in spring and autumn for the foliage colors. In summer, the Lido Beach Club in Baveno, about 12 km away, offers a beach alternative on the nearby Lake Maggiore, while in winter the area is suited to quieter walks along the shores and visits to the historic villages of the area, such as Orta San Giulio, just a few minutes away by car.
Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness of the rooms and the helpfulness of the staff, both well above average. Comfort and value for money also receive good ratings, while the WiFi connection has the lowest score among the categories evaluated.
No, Madonna Della Neve does not allow pets during the stay.
No, according to the property’s information, free parking for guests is not available.
Rates at Madonna Della Neve vary depending on the season, room type and stay dates. You can check the updated price from our search partners.
Yes, Madonna Della Neve offers free WiFi throughout the property.
Yes, a 50-euro cash security deposit is required at check-in, fully refunded at check-out after the room has been checked.
Madonna Della Neve is located directly on the shores of Lake Orta, in Pettenasco, with no significant distance from the water.
Some rooms, such as the two available studios, are equipped with a kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and electric kettle; the other room types do not include one.