looking for a recommendation on where to stay on the lake. Thinking of Stresa but concerned its to touristy.
Any specific hotels in stresa or anywhere else that stand out to you as very memorable??
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32396 posts
Jay, "Thinking of Stresa but concerned its to touristy." Just about ANYWHERE in Italy can be touristy, depending on time-of-year. I didn't find Stresa to be too "touristy" at all. If you're planning to get a Hotel "on the lake", be prepared to increase your budget accordingly. I stayed at Hotel Saini Meublé on my last visit to Stresa, and I was very pleased with the room and the owner was wonderful! It's about a one minute walk to the docks in one direction, and about a minute to a great Piazza with lots of restaurants in the other direction. As I recall, there's a Laundromat nearby also. It's not really that far from the station, so walking is possible (although with luggage, I took a Taxi). If you'll be there for a few days, you might consider taking a day trip to Locarno (Switzerland) on the scenic Cento Valli Railway, returning by boat in the late afternoon. It's a fantastic trip! Happy travels!
Posted by
Seattle, Wa, USA
663 posts
I LOVED Stresa! Yes it is a little touristy, just avoid eating at the restaurants on the piazza. It's a lovely place with so many beautiful gardens, it was the highlight of my trip last May.