Independent aparthotel in Baveno, on Lake Maggiore, with apartments featuring a kitchen, shared garden, private beach area and on-site parking.
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Residence Ortensia is a family-run aparthotel in Baveno, on Lake Maggiore, offering independent apartments with garden or mountain views and a shared garden with a private beach area.
The accommodations, spread across several types ranging from 40 to 55 sqm, all feature a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and utensils, a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units offer balconies overlooking the garden, others a patio or even a bathtub, for those looking for something more exclusive.
The residence is designed for those who want to move around independently, perhaps with their own car thanks to the on-site private parking, or enjoy the garden equipped with barbecue and sun terrace. WiFi is free throughout the property. The location in Baveno makes it possible to walk to restaurants, bars and the train station, as well as being a good base for visiting the Borromean Islands and the botanical gardens in the area.
Residence Ortensia offers five types of independent apartments, from 40 to 55 square metres, designed for self-catering stays on Lake Maggiore. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, hob, refrigerator and utensils, as well as a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Air conditioning is present in all accommodations.
The differences mainly concern the floor space and the layout: they range from the split-level apartment with one bedroom, ideal for those seeking more privacy between floors, to the larger 2-Bedroom Apartment of 55 sqm, suitable for families or small groups. The Attic offers a more intimate atmosphere, while the Superior Apartment stands out for its bathtub and private patio, designed for those wanting a bit more comfort.
The residence’s only split-level apartment, at 40 sqm, with a balcony overlooking the garden and mountain views. The living room with sofa bed is separate from the sleeping area, for those seeking more privacy between floors, while the bathroom with shower completes the accommodation.
The residence’s largest room type, with 55 sqm spread over two bedrooms, designed for families or small groups seeking more space. The balconies overlook the garden and the kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher for full independence.
At 45 sqm, this apartment offers a balcony and a view spanning the inner courtyard and the mountains. The private bathroom with shower and the sofa bed in the living room make it comfortable for a third guest as well.
Set under the roof, this 40 sqm accommodation has a more intimate atmosphere compared to the other room types, with a view of the inner courtyard. An equipped kitchen and a bathroom with shower complete the apartment, ideal for those seeking a cosier environment.
The Superior room type stands out from the others for its bathroom with tub, the only one in the residence, and for its soundproofed private patio. At 50 sqm and with a coffee machine in the kitchen, it is the most refined choice for those seeking a bit more comfort.
Residence Ortensia provides guests with a garden with outdoor furniture, a sun terrace and a barbecue area, ideal for enjoying outdoor days in Baveno. The property is entirely non-smoking and has a lift to reach the upper floors, as well as a safe, luggage storage and private check-in.
Each apartment is equipped with a kitchen or kitchenette with dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries. Free internet access is available throughout the property, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels in every unit.
For those travelling by car, a garage is available, while pets are allowed and dedicated bowls are also provided. Family rooms and apartments are designed for groups and families seeking space and independence.
Residence Ortensia is located in the heart of Baveno, on the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore, in a residential area just a few steps from the lakeside promenade and the town’s historic centre. Check-in takes place at the Rigoli Hotel, just 100 metres away, at Via Piave 48, while the apartments are located in a detached building with a garden, convenient both for those seeking peace and quiet and for those wanting to walk to local shops and restaurants, such as Sottosopra and Il Portico, both less than 150 metres away.
Baveno train station is just 300 metres away, a good starting point for travelling along the lake shore to Stresa, reachable by train in a few minutes or about 3.6 km by car. The Borromean Islands, including Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori, are about 3.3 km away and easily reached by the boats departing from the local piers. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 33 km away, a practical option for those arriving by plane from abroad.
There is no shortage of nearby excursions: Villa Pallavicino Park, with its botanical zoo, is about 5 km away, as are the Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto in Verbania, among the most famous in Italy for their spring and summer blooms. In winter, the area becomes a convenient base for reaching the slopes of the nearby Piedmont Alps, while in summer the lake itself, with the property’s private beach, remains the main attraction for swimming, sailing and walks along the promenades of Baveno and Stresa.
Guests especially praise the comfort and cleanliness of the apartments, with scores above 9.2, and appreciate the free WiFi connection. The location is also highly rated, at 9.1. Value for money, while still positive at 8.3, remains the most modest score among the categories.
Yes, Residence Ortensia allows pets, although a surcharge may be required depending on the type of apartment booked.
Check-in for Residence Ortensia takes place at the Rigoli Hotel, about 100 metres away, at Via Piave 48 in Baveno, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
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Yes, Residence Ortensia offers private on-site parking, available in a garage.
Yes, Residence Ortensia requires a 200-euro cash security deposit upon arrival, which is fully refunded at check-out after the condition of the accommodation has been checked.
Yes, all apartments at Residence Ortensia have a kitchen or kitchenette complete with refrigerator, hob, dishwasher and microwave.
Yes, Residence Ortensia is suitable for families thanks to apartments with multiple bedrooms, up to 55 sqm, and the availability of family accommodations with a garden and private beach area.
