Villa Valesca
Stresa · Italy

Villa Valesca

Family-run aparthotel in the heart of Stresa, a few steps from Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands, with free private parking and WiFi included.

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9.5 Score
209 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Stresa
Nearby Borromean Islands · 600 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Villa Valesca

Villa Valesca is an aparthotel located in Stresa, just 600 meters from the Borromean Islands and a step away from the Lake Maggiore promenade. The property offers apartments and rooms equipped with a kitchenette, air conditioning and free WiFi, designed for both short stays and longer stays with family or as a couple.

The accommodations differ in size and layout: from the spacious Deluxe Apartment with separate living area and full kitchen, to the Deluxe Room with private patio, to the more compact Classic Apartment suited to small groups. Every unit has a private bathroom and flat-screen TV, while free on-site private parking makes arriving by car convenient.

The location, right in the heart of the lakeside town, is one of the features guests appreciate most, giving it a score of 9.5, while couples visiting for a romantic weekend rate it even higher. From here, restaurants, bars and the pier for the islands are all within walking distance, while Milan Malpensa Airport is about 30 kilometers away, making Villa Valesca a practical base for those arriving from abroad too.

Villa Valesca
★ 9.5 · Exceptional · 209 reviews

Plan your stay at Villa Valesca

Family-run aparthotel in the heart of Stresa, a few steps from Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands, with free private parking and WiFi included.

Room types

Villa Valesca offers three types of accommodation designed for different needs, all featuring a private bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen TV. The Deluxe Apartment, the largest at 40 square meters, offers a living area separate from the bedroom and a full kitchen with hob, fridge and microwave, ideal for families or extended stays.

The Deluxe Room, at 30 square meters, instead focuses on simplicity with a private patio facing outside and a bathroom with bidet. The Classic Apartment, more compact, is designed for those traveling as three and still looking for a private en-suite bathroom. In all cases the spaces are well-kept, bright and equipped with heating, for a practical stay just steps from the lake.

Deluxe Apartment — Villa Valesca
Deluxe Apartment
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Kitchen, Balcony, Air conditioning

The Deluxe Apartment is the largest in the property, with 40 square meters divided between a separate bedroom and a living area with sofa bed. It has a full kitchen with hob, fridge and microwave, ideal for those who prefer to cook independently. A balcony, air conditioning and private bathroom with shower complete an accommodation designed for families or extended stays for up to 4 people.

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Deluxe Room — Villa Valesca
Deluxe Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio, Bidet, Air conditioning

More compact than the Deluxe Apartment but still spacious at 30 square meters, the Deluxe Room stands out for its private patio facing outside, an alternative to the balcony found in the other units. The private bathroom with shower and bidet, wardrobe and heating complete an accommodation designed for couples.

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Classic Apartment — Villa Valesca
Classic Apartment
Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • En-suite bathroom, Ideal for small groups, Simple design

The Classic Apartment is the most essential option in the property, designed for those traveling as three. Unlike the other room types, it does not have a separate living area, but it still offers a private en-suite bathroom and the combination of a single bed and double bed, useful for groups or small families looking for a practical accommodation.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're looking for accommodation just steps from the Borromean Islands and the Stresa lakefront.
  • Yes, if you're traveling by car and want free private parking included in your stay.
  • Yes, if you need more space thanks to the 40 sqm Deluxe Apartment with full kitchen.
  • Yes, if you're traveling with your pet, allowed with a surcharge.
  • Yes, if you appreciate top-notch cleanliness and care of the spaces, rated 9.9 by guests.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're looking for a property with breakfast included, which is not offered here.
  • Maybe not, if you want to organize parties or private events, which are not allowed on the property.
  • Maybe not, if you're a smoker, since the entire property is non-smoking.
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to pay by card, as only cash is accepted.

Hotel facilities & services

Villa Valesca provides guests with free WiFi throughout the property, useful for those traveling for work or wanting to stay connected during their holiday. Free on-site private parking is one of the most appreciated services, especially for those arriving by car who don’t want to give up the convenience of leaving their vehicle just steps from the accommodation.

The property is entirely non-smoking, ensuring clean environments throughout, and every unit has a private bathroom, a feature that contributes to the sense of independence typical of aparthotels. Guests traveling with pets can bring them along, with a possible surcharge to be arranged directly with the property at the time of booking.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking

General facilities

  • Entirely non-smoking property

Parking

  • Parking

Media & technology

  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom

Location & what to see

Villa Valesca is located on Via Sempione Nord, in the central part of Stresa, just steps from the promenade overlooking Lake Maggiore. This is the liveliest area of the town, with shops, ice cream parlors and small restaurants close at hand: Il Borromeo restaurant is just 200 meters away, while Lidrovolante and La Cascina can be reached in a few minutes on foot along flat streets.

Stresa railway station is about 450 meters away and quickly connects to nearby Baveno and the main cities of Northern Italy, while Milan Malpensa Airport is about 30 kilometers away, making the property convenient for those arriving from abroad too. The Borromean Islands, with Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori, are 600 meters away and easily reached on foot from the town’s pier.

Those staying at Villa Valesca have several excursion options available: Villa Pallavicino Park, with its animals and botanical gardens, is about 2.1 kilometers away, while the famous Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens are about 5 kilometers away, ideal for a spring or summer visit among blooms and rare plants. In summer the lake is suited to boat trips and water sports, while in winter the nearby peaks of Mottarone, reachable by cable car from Stresa, offer ski slopes and views over the Alps and pre-Alpine lakes.

Borromean Islands — Archipelago of historic islands with villas and gardens overlooking the lake 600 m
Il Borromeo — Local cuisine restaurant just steps from the property 200 m
Stresa Station — Rail connections to Baveno and the main cities of Northern Italy 450 m
Villa Pallavicino Park — Wildlife park with botanical gardens and free-roaming animals 2.1 km
Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens — Vast botanical garden with rare blooms and scenic avenues 5 km
Lake Maggiore — Large pre-Alpine lake with boats, beaches and lakeside walks 0 m

What guests say about Villa Valesca

9.5
Exceptional · 209 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Free Wi-Fi
9

Reviews of Villa Valesca are extremely positive, with very high scores for cleanliness (9.9) and comfort (9.8). Guests especially appreciate the staff’s helpfulness and the central location in Stresa, rated 9.5, while couples visiting for a romantic stay rate it even higher.

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