Perched on Lake Maggiore's shores, Lesa offers charming lakeside promenades and the impressive Villa Cavallini with its beautiful gardens. Rent a boat to explore the lake's islands or take a short trip to nearby Arona for its famous San Carlo Borromeo statue.
We have just returned from a week at the Antico Verbana apartments and can thoroughy recommend them. The staff on reception are pleasant and respond to your requests quickly. We arrived at 7pm in the evening so as information on the website says there were no staff on duty, but the envelope with our keys to the apartment were on the reception desk waiting for us.
As other guests have said, there is a restaurant which is very good but this is not always available due to private functions. ...
We have just returned from a week at the Antico Verbana apartments and can thoroughy recommend them. The staff on reception are pleasant and respond to your requests quickly. We arrived at 7pm in the evening so as information on the website says there were no staff on duty, but the envelope with our keys to the apartment were on the reception desk waiting for us.
As other guests have said, there is a restaurant which is very good but this is not always available due to private functions. ...
went out to stresa for my birthday as had never been for a short break. easily reached by alibus or train to stresa itself. great location, so beautiful loads to see and do. boats so easily available to taxi you about to other resorts on lake but so glad to of stayed in stresa.
with the lake and views as far as you can see and the alps in distance lit up by the sun when it was out there nothing to do buy chill out, explore and soak up the scenery with lots of food and drink.
hotel is 5 mins...
went out to stresa for my birthday as had never been for a short break. easily reached by alibus or train to stresa itself. great location, so beautiful loads to see and do. boats so easily available to taxi you about to other resorts on lake but so glad to of stayed in stresa.
with the lake and views as far as you can see and the alps in distance lit up by the sun when it was out there nothing to do buy chill out, explore and soak up the scenery with lots of food and drink.
hotel is 5 mins...
Everything worked well from the ease of checking in to the upgraded room overlooking the lake to the excellent, responsive staff. The visit was a delight from start to finish. Of particular note were the arrangements for breakfast and the extreme helpfulness and resourcefulness of the members of the concierge team. Can't speak highly enough of them.
Everything worked well from the ease of checking in to the upgraded room overlooking the lake to the excellent, responsive staff. The visit was a delight from start to finish. Of particular note were the arrangements for breakfast and the extreme helpfulness and resourcefulness of the members of the concierge team. Can't speak highly enough of them.
BSK
Reviewed October 23, 2016Reviewed October 23, 2016
I was extremely satisfied with everything—the location, cleanliness, friendliness of the staff, and the delicious breakfast. I would definitely stay at this hotel again when I return to this beautiful town.
I was extremely satisfied with everything—the location, cleanliness, friendliness of the staff, and the delicious breakfast. I would definitely stay at this hotel again when I return to this beautiful town.
Great location in Angera for this 3 star hotel. Staff were extremely friendly, helpful and welcoming and it felt like a family-run establishment. It was a little rough around the edges in places (e.g. minibar fridges could do with a good clean), but overall a very pleasant stay and would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Angera!
Great location in Angera for this 3 star hotel. Staff were extremely friendly, helpful and welcoming and it felt like a family-run establishment. It was a little rough around the edges in places (e.g. minibar fridges could do with a good clean), but overall a very pleasant stay and would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Angera!
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed September 16, 2019Reviewed September 16, 2019
Our second visit. We brought the family with us. Two young granddaughters loved the indoor & outdoor swimming pools. Breakfast excellent! Hopefully we will return again.
Our second visit. We brought the family with us. Two young granddaughters loved the indoor & outdoor swimming pools. Breakfast excellent! Hopefully we will return again.
We had a lovely stay here and had the buffet breakfast in the morning, extremely central and only a 10 minute walk from the port and the train station. Felt like a very cosy and safe place, even had some board games available which we played
We had a lovely stay here and had the buffet breakfast in the morning, extremely central and only a 10 minute walk from the port and the train station. Felt like a very cosy and safe place, even had some board games available which we played
Good hotel, large clean room with small balcony. Breakfast was buffet style with plenty of choice. Plenty of parking space including a large underground garage. On our visit internet speed was quite slow. Overall very good value!
Good hotel, large clean room with small balcony. Breakfast was buffet style with plenty of choice. Plenty of parking space including a large underground garage. On our visit internet speed was quite slow. Overall very good value!
The welcome when we arrived was lovely. The rooms and facilities are very good, comfortable bed and nice shower and bathroom.
Breakfast is varied and delicious. Nothing negative about the hotel.
The welcome when we arrived was lovely. The rooms and facilities are very good, comfortable bed and nice shower and bathroom.
Breakfast is varied and delicious. Nothing negative about the hotel.
This was our sixth stay at the Bussola as Orta is somewhere we visit regularly. For the first time in a few visits we ate here too. We had forgotten how good the food is and having dinner and on the terrace overlooking the lake is the perfect location to enjoy it. The menu was different on each of the two nights with enough choice for most people. The only minor criticism from last time, paying for WiFi, has now been resolved and it’s free like most hotels. It’s only a matter of time until our...
This was our sixth stay at the Bussola as Orta is somewhere we visit regularly. For the first time in a few visits we ate here too. We had forgotten how good the food is and having dinner and on the terrace overlooking the lake is the perfect location to enjoy it. The menu was different on each of the two nights with enough choice for most people. The only minor criticism from last time, paying for WiFi, has now been resolved and it’s free like most hotels. It’s only a matter of time until our...
Loved my stay here, dinner in restaurant was amazing and breakfast outstanding. Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. Even gave us a lift to train station so we could eat breakfast. Outstanding.
Loved my stay here, dinner in restaurant was amazing and breakfast outstanding. Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. Even gave us a lift to train station so we could eat breakfast. Outstanding.
steve
Reviewed September 10, 2026Reviewed September 10, 2026
The staff were so helpful, the breakfasts were amazing and all the facilities were very good. There is a bubble pool, sauna, relaxation rooms and various massages that can be booked. I had the singing bowls massage it was superb.
The staff were so helpful, the breakfasts were amazing and all the facilities were very good. There is a bubble pool, sauna, relaxation rooms and various massages that can be booked. I had the singing bowls massage it was superb.
There are 40 apartments to choose from in Lesa for your stay.
Why consider an apartment over a traditional hotel room?
Often offering more space than a traditional hotel room, an apartment includes a kitchen for convenient home-cooked meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home but also for solo travellers who want to stay in a quieter area.
What's a favourite apartment for my stay in Lesa?
Below you'll find a popular apartment in the area to consider: Carl & Do: Located in Baveno , 6.8 mi/11 km from the heart of Lesa. Includes free WiFi, a balcony and a dining area . On-site parking and on-site laundry facilities are on site .
How many apartments will I be able to find in Lesa?
Expedia has 40 apartments to book in Lesa.
What can I expect from the weather when I travel to Lesa?
Although weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially when you're planning an extended stay in Lesa. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. The rainiest months in Lesa are November, October, May and August, with each month seeing an average of 195 mm of rainfall.
What are the must-see places to visit in Lesa?
While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Sacro Monte Funicular, or get outside and enjoy nature at Borromeo Palace and Garden. In the wider area, you’ll find Rocca di Angera and Sancarlone Statue.
What's the best way to get to and around Lesa?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can save you time when you get to your destination. Fly into Malpensa International Airport (MXP), which is located 15.4 mi (24.8 km) away. You can also search for flights into Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 20.7 mi (33.3 km) away. To see more of the larger area, take a train from Lesa Station.