- Restaurant terrace situated on the lake front
- Tranquil location in Pettenasco, with its own private boat landing stage
Hotel Giardinetto sits right on the shores of Lake Orta, with its own private landing stage; this is as close as you can get to lakeside living in this picturesque corner of the Italian Lakes. Spend the day relaxing by the swimming pool (normally in use May to September) and sun terrace or on the sun deck positioned on the lake. The guest rooms are all clean and comfortable and the lake view rooms offer a simply beautiful vista. The hotel restaurant is renowned for its local specialities and fish dishes, and the terrace provides a wonderful setting for dining late into the evening.
Citalia recommends this hotel for its tranquil location. For added freedom and flexibility, we recommend car hire.
The hotel has 59 rooms (official rating 4 star). Citalia does not accept children at this hotel, however this is not an adult-only property.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Giardinetto Restaurant
Included With: Half Board
Open 7.30am - 10am, 12.30pm - 2.30pm and 7.30pm - 10pm
The Hotel Giardinetto Restaurant is renowned for its local specialities and wide selection of wines. Guests have the option to dine inside the fine restaurant with views out to the lake or on the fantastic terrace situated directly over the water. During summer evenings candlelit dinners can be enjoyed under the gazebo on the terrace which is decorated with flowers and candles. A separate informal lunch menu is available during the summer which includes snacks, salads and light lunches.
Bar
Serves snacks/lunch from 12.30pm - 3pm (Bar is open 7am - midnight)
The bar serves a vast selection of Italian and international beers, wines and spirits and refreshing cocktails. There is also a drinks service on the beach.
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pool
Normally in use mid May - September
Wifi, Parking & Boat Stop
Wifi & Parking
Stay connected with the wifi available free of charge.
Parking is available.
Landing Stage & Boat Stop
About the location
Just two miles along the coast from Orta San Giulio lies Pettenasco, a tiny lakeside comune best noted for its handful of excellent restaurants. Its medieval houses, small beach and pretty harbour also help make it one of Lake Orta’s most picturesque locations – we highly recommend exploring the village on foot to truly appreciate its beauty. The local restaurants focus on serving locally sourced cuisine, plus there are often some great wines to enjoy alongside your meal, too.
When it comes to getting out and about, it’s easy to reach the nearby town of Orta San Giulio, which is just around the cove. Best known for its jaw-dropping island, Isola San Giulio, this pretty town is a great place to spend an afternoon strolling the medieval streets or enjoying the views from the lakefront promenade.
Transfer time
Pettenasco is 41 miles from Malpensa airport. We recommend hiring a car in your destination. Simply call us once you’ve completed your booking and we will talk you through the options.
Standard Double With Balcony And Lake View
Max 2 adults
Standard Double Lake View Rooms feature a balcony with views of the lake.
14m²
Superior Double Balcony And Lake View
Max 3 adults
Superior Double Lake View Rooms feature a balcony with views of the lake. They can sleep up to three adults.
15-17m²
Early Booking Discount
10% Early booking discount for stays up to 3 nights completed between 08 - 30 April 2022 and 19 September - 31 October 2022 booked by 30 April 2022.
10% Early booking discount for stays up to 6 nights completed between 01 May - 26 June 2022 and 22 August - 18 September 2022 booked by 30 April 2022.
Free Night Offer
1 Free night for stays of 7 nights completed between 22 August - 18 September 2021, 01 May - 26 June 2022 and 22 August - 18 September 2022.
1 Free night for stays of 4 nights completed between 19 September - 24 October 2021, 08 - 30 April 2022 and 19 September - 31 October 2022.
Meal Offer
Free dinner per person per stay (excluding drinks) for stays of 7 nights or more.
Based on 713 traveller reviews
85% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
339
Very Good
248
Average
79
Poor
34
Terrible
13
Reviews
“ Hotel Giardinetto is a keeper
corinnaclendenen, New York City, New York
Jul 23 2021
We just spent a wonderful week at Hotel Giardinetto. Right on the lake, the restaurants (both inside and out) overlook the water. Swimming is right off the dock, and folding chairs are available for...
We just spent a wonderful week at Hotel Giardinetto. Right on the lake, the restaurants (both inside and out) overlook the water. Swimming is right off the dock, and folding chairs are available for sunning yourself, reading, or taking a siesta.
Lots of activities are available in the area-- hiking, trips into town, motoring around on the lake. We've stayed at Giardinetto before, and will be sure to be back. Also very convenient to Malpensa (Milan's airport.)
Run by a family, the take great care and pride in providing excellent service.
Meraviglioso!
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“ Lake shore, Nice Rooftop
FamilieHotello, Hoofddorp, The Netherlands
Jul 02 2021
Pit stop during our trip from Italy.
Friendly attentive and helpful staff at the reception and during breakfast.
Pool and sunbeds on the lake shore, well maintained. Stairs to the lake...
Pit stop during our trip from Italy.
Friendly attentive and helpful staff at the reception and during breakfast.
Pool and sunbeds on the lake shore, well maintained. Stairs to the lake slippery
The rooftop is a great place for drinks, music and finger food menu. Prices on the high side for Italian standards.
We loved the breakfast at the lake side, friendly staff that takes Covid Measures serious.
Balcony rooms recommended (but remember to pack insect repellent)
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“ Family run hotel
Patricia P, Cranbrook, United Kingdom
Aug 26 2020
Another lovely stay at Giardinetto - a nice room overlooking the beautiful lake. Wonderful swimming in the lake - beds beside the lake always available. We ate in the restaurant, again overlooking...
Another lovely stay at Giardinetto - a nice room overlooking the beautiful lake. Wonderful swimming in the lake - beds beside the lake always available. We ate in the restaurant, again overlooking the lake, wonderful service and good food. It was a great pleasure to be there again - everyone was so friendly and pleased to see us. We look forward to our next visit.
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“ Great location super friendly staff
CayetanoIM1, Barcelona, Spain
Aug 24 2020
Second time at Giardinetto, everything was great. Good location away from the crowds of Orta San Giulio, direct access to the lake: steps, platform and a sundeck with hammocks and a pool. Breakfast...
Second time at Giardinetto, everything was great. Good location away from the crowds of Orta San Giulio, direct access to the lake: steps, platform and a sundeck with hammocks and a pool. Breakfast at the terrace, overlooking the lake was lovely. Free car parking and boat stop in the dock of the hotel to Orta, Omegna, Isola San Giulio and other locations in the lake. Great restaurant and roof top terrace. We hope to come back soon!!!
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“ Great location in the lake and very friendly staff
cayetanov755,
Aug 24 2020
It was our second time at Giardinetto Hotel, everything was great. Great location away from the crowds of Orta San Giulio, direct access to the lake: there are some steps to the water and a platform...
It was our second time at Giardinetto Hotel, everything was great. Great location away from the crowds of Orta San Giulio, direct access to the lake: there are some steps to the water and a platform from where you can jump to the water. Sundeck with hammocks and a beautiful pool. Staff is very friendly and helpful and the breakfast in the terrace overlooking Lago d??Orta was lovely. Free car parking, boat stop in dock of the hotel to Orta, Omegna, Isola San GIulio and other locations in the lake. Great restaurant and roof top terrace for afternoon cocktails overlooking the sunset and the lake. Giardinetto is not the most luxurious hotel in the area but it has, in my opinion the best location in Lago d??Orta.
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