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Hotel Ancora

Maggiore Lake · Italy

Corso Mameli, 65, 65View location

8.8/10Excellent542 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.8/108.8
Location9.2/109.2
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Hotel Ancora

Located in the heart of Verbania, Hotel Ancora is steps from the Intra Ferry Terminal and a short walk from Rigoletto Beach. This hotel offers 29 guestrooms equipped with minibars, flat-screen televisions with satellite programming, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Enjoy amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, a banquet hall, and a bar/lounge. A buffet breakfast is available daily (fee applies). Self-parking is available onsite (charges apply). Nearby attractions include Villa Taranto Botanical Garden (0. 8 mi) and Lake Orta (12. 5 mi).

The preferred airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).

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A stay at Hotel Ancora places you in the heart of Verbania, steps from Intra Ferry Terminal and 5 minutes by foot from Basilica di San Vittore. This hotel is 12 mi (19.4 km) from Lake Orta and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Villa Taranto Botanical Garden.

Make yourself at home in one of the 29 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:30 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby Parking height restrictions apply Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
    • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
    • Children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Property Registration Number 103072-ALB-00005, IT103072A1LFSD9MYU
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 23 for adults and EUR 10 for children
    • Self parking fee: EUR 19 per day
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Russian

    English

    Italian

    French

Nearby attractions

Intra Ferry Terminal 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Basilica di San Vittore 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Villa Taranto Botanical Garden 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Monte Mottarone 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Santo Stefano Parish 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Madonna di Campagna Church 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Paesaggio Museum 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Villa San Remigio 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
San Leonardo Church 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Pallanza Ferry Terminal 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Villa Giulia 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Villa Rusconi-Clerici 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Borromean Islands 3 km / 1.8 mi
Spiaggia di Suna 3.2 km / 2 mi
Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal 4.7 km / 2.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 29
  • hotel
  • JCB
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Visa Electrón
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
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  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Medical service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Lift access
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Meeting room
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • JUNIOR SUITE WITH BALCONYJUNIOR SUITE • WITH BALCONYJSU.BL

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    JUNIOR SUITE WITH BALCONY

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    WITH BALCONY

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    Room code: JSU.BL

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • SUPERIOR LAKE VIEWDBL.LK-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR LAKE VIEW

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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.LK-SU

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  • TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B

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    TRIPLE TWO BEDS

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    TRIPLE
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: TPL.2B

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE LAKE VIEWDBL.DX-LK

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    DOUBLE DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.DX-LK

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • DELUXE WITH VIEWSDBL.DX-WV

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    DOUBLE DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: DBL.DX-WV

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BEDAPARTMENT • QUEEN SIZE BEDAPT.QN

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    APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: APT.QN

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST

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  • DOUBLE LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • LAKE VIEWDBL.LK

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    DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.LK

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST

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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: APT.ST

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • JUNIOR SUITE LAKE VIEWJUNIOR SUITE • LAKE VIEWJSU.LK

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    JUNIOR SUITE LAKE VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: JSU.LK

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  • APARTMENT PENTHOUSEAPARTMENT • PENTHOUSEAPT.P6

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    APARTMENT PENTHOUSE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    PENTHOUSE

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    Room code: APT.P6

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Ancora

8.8
Excellent
542 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Location
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2025
Wayne
Staff was very helpful on navigating the city.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
James
Very friendly atmosphere! We especially appreciated the welcome bar with champagne, all day access to water, coffee, the and yummy snacks, the lovely breakfast, and friendly staff. Of course the location of the hotel was excellent as well!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Wieslaw
Hotel wasn't the biggest but everything was excellent even my expectations. Breakfast- better than excellent. Car parking secured in garage 2 min walk. Very convenient location.
I can only to recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2025
Jame

Great Choice in Verbania

Great location with excellent, friendly staff. Room was comfortable and spotlessly clean. Superb breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2025
Ray
Location, rooms,breakfast, top notch
6/10
Pleasant
14 Oct 2024
Barbara
Staff was unwelcoming and not very invested in their role of hospitality. Their lack of effort for advice and help was extremely anemic. For this reason alone I would not go back.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Susan

Fabulous in every respect!

Fabulous location overlooking Lake Maggiore, and across the road from the ferry port, making it super-easy to visit the Borromeo Islands and even Switzerland!
The room was beautifully clean and comfortable.
What was particularly nice was the free coffee bar in the lounge and the \"sweetie bar\" in reception, and the welcome drinks & nibbles were an exceptional touch.
Everything is within close walking distance, with lots of nearby restaurants and cafés.
Would definitely stay here again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2024
Carol
The staff & accommodations were exceptional
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
craig
Very nice place and very good staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2023
Diane
Wonderful staff, breakfast and location!
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2023
Susan
Staff very friendly and helpful.Rooms at the front noisy at weekends.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2023
Julia
It was all wonderful, like every time when we are coming. We will come back next year again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2022
Joseph

Been loving you for so long…

I’ve been visiting Ancora for over 10 years and I never tire of this hotel and it’s location and views of Lago Maggiore. Breakfast is fantastic, parking is easy. Not a resort, it’s a simple business-style hotel but it’s fantastic.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2022
Gregory
Fabulous beautiful Fantastic location!!!! 10 stars *****
You will love friendly staff and awesome Linens on very upscale beds. The rooms are great size and you will enjoy the thick towels and housekeeping.
Great Great Great !!!!!!
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jan 2021
Sarah Anja

Simple stay

Seems to be ine of the best hotels aound the area, but well just for one night it was fine. Quite old though, room is small and nothing special. Did not try the breakfast here. Location is great.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2019
Viola
great location, good breakfast, nice and clean room
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
11 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Definitely not a 4 Star Hotel, maybe back in the 1980s, the first room we were allocated was really poor,however the staff did eventually move us into an attic room 5 levels up?
The breakfast was ok(fairly repetitive).
There was one member of staff who was very helpful (Marta) overall great location but wouldn’t return to this hotel, one other major point if taking you car to this location be prepared for a large parking cost!!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2019
Andrew

Ancora

A perfect hotel in a perfect location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2019
Doug

Excellent hotel excellent staff.

Excellent hotel with very friendly Excellent staff .
Even though it’s right on the main road. The windows are so good you can’t hear anything when they’re closed. Also the room air conditioner is fantastic. It was in the upper 90s outside we stayed. And I actually got the room too cold.
The free breakfast is excellent as well. Fresh squeezed orange juice, and a vegetable juice machine. Even had sparkling wine.
I will stay here every time I’m in the area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Friendly helpful staff. Very clean. Close to ferry for visiting around the lake. It is over 100km from the airport so you need to be aware that trsnsport might be expensive.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Overall great, however during our stay we experienced live bands playing right next to the hotel until 00:20. Noise level was very disturbing for us. Other consideration should be that most of the apartments are not barrier free.
Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2019
Michael

Great location

Whilst the room was a little dated, it was clean and comfortable. Location was great, with easy access to the port.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2019
Daniella

Affordable luxury!

Beautiful hotel right on the waterfront in Verbania! Great location, close to restaurants and steps away from the main ferry - staff were extremely friendly and accommodating, hotel is very clean and very well taken care of. Wouldn’t look to stay anywhere else if we found ourselves back near Lake Maggiore in the future!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2019
Kathryn
A small hotel with exceptional personal attention. Great care was taken to make the stay special, with help always available for information or to correct any problem. Marco, the General Manager, was frequently around checking all was totally satisfactory, and his staff all seem motivated.

The location is excellent, very close to the ferry stop to visit the other parts of the lake and its islands. Shops, supermarket, restaurants and coffee shops all within easy distance.

The bed was very comfortable and the room had tea/coffee making facilities (rare in Italian hotels).

Breakfast was excellent- one of the best we've experienced in Italy. Meat, cheese, eggs, fruit, croissants, locally produced butter, honey straight from the comb, freshly squeezed orange juice, etc etc - what more can I say?

This is a special hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2019
Jerry T.

Intra best hotel

This is my fifth stay at this hotel in the last 18 months.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Exellent hotel ,central andcomfortable except for the plastic glasses,and the sagex cups in the room,and the noise from the street during the night and early morning when the window is open.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2018
Verified traveler

Everything wrapped up in small, wonderful package

Perfect location across from Lago Maggiore, modern, efficient ,everything you could want -outstanding breakfast- small room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2018
Lisa
Very close to Ferries and all fine dining’s and bars. Great hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2018
Verified traveler

Close to ferry

This hotel was right across from the ferry and very convenient to town, so you could walk everywhere. It is in the suburb Intra.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Excellent hotel in a great location, breakfast was great also.
6/10
Pleasant
31 May 2018
Verified traveler

Central good base but noisy

Noise from main room even though we were in apartment at side of hotel Noise from bar restaurant zAlso bottles being collected at 5 in the morning
8/10
Excellent
13 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Excellent breakfast

Excellent breakfast. Cappucino machine worked very well. 5 out of 5 for the breakfast!
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2017
Roy

Perfect for a one night stay

A first class stay at a first class hotel. Handy to everything.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2017
Alla
It was great
Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Sep 2017
roger

stickpatrol

excellent levels of staff attention throughout our stay.Breakfast area became overcrowded & chaotic at times.
Would revisit
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
07 Sep 2017
Sandy

Good location

Room needed modernising and windows could do with double glazing as an alley way at the side of the hotel can be very noisy especially at weekends in the night
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2017
Louise

Hotel Ancora review

Clean, well-sized room with lovely lake view.
Disappointing breakfast with no staff to provide drinks/take orders etc.
Hotel okay as a stop-over.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2017
Robin

Small, comfortable hotel overlooking lake

Small, well presented hotel overlooking small lakeside harbour. Friendly staff and very well presented modern rooms. Very nice breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2017
Gui

Very pleasant surprise

We did not expect such a nice hotel for the price. Building is small but well appointed, the room was big enough for three people and was tastefully decorated. We had a beautiful view of the lake too.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2017
Rebecca

Would love to go back!

Fabulous stay! Great room, great breakfast, and great location!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2017
Mark

Beautiful stay

Hotel was very nice, local area was stunning. I would highly recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2016
Verified traveler

Great Location

Friendly Staff and a Nice breakfast. It was a great 3 Nights stay with my Daughter
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2016
Linda
Room with lake view was nice with modern decor. The staff was friendly and helpful. Great breakfast buffet. Check in early for self parking. Friday morning market
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Close to the Lake with Views.

Spotless hotel with very helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2016
Winda

Center of Lakefront harbor

Whitsunday holiday weekend was fabulous...crowds, music and sunshine.
Comfortable bedroom /pillows overlooking the harbor. Great staff very helpful on all matters (directions, markets and electrical supplies)
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2015
Debra

Excellent all round!

We hired a car from Bergamo airport which was very easy.
We had a wonderful stay on Lake Maggiore (Intra, Verbania). The hotel location was perfectly situated just across the road to the ferry terminal... though we did have a fabulous lake front/view room, this did mean that we experienced a lot of traffic noise The hotel breakfast offered a great selection for all tastes. The room was brilliant, spaceous, modern and clean. The lake itself is so beautiful and trips by boat island hopping are fantastic even when the weather was poor. Stresa has a market on a Friday and Intra market is on a Saturday...one of the best markets we have ever been to. Plenty of places to eat around the lake.
8/10
Excellent
09 Sep 2015
William J

Lake Maggorie

Great location, we stayed here for two nights while in route to Malta. My only complaints are the lack of seating in the room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2015
Adrian

Better than Stresa

Much better than staying in those tired old mega hotels in Stresa.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2015
Verified traveler

AWESOME HOTEL

EXCELLENT
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2015
Jeremy

Small and friendly hotel in the heart of the city

Small and friendly hotel, offering great breakfast and service. Only downside is the rooms are small with dated design but fully functional.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jul 2015
anna

Nice hotel with lake view

The hotel is nice but rooms are tiny. The breakfast was very good.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2015
John

Lago Maggiore trip

Check in and check out were very fast and easy. The hotel room was of a good size and was well equipped even though some areas could have been better (for example the bed mattress was v-shaped, air condition was not very effective). Other than that the hotel offered a reasonably good breakfast and most of the staff were very kind and helpful. The hotel was not cheap but was located just opposite to the lake and in the town centre. Would recommend this hotel to others. The area felt safe aswell for tourists.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2015
Magdalena

Nice stylish hotel in beautiful location.

Great hotel but little disappointed with breakfast. Great location but I wish I booked the room with the lake view. Will definetly recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2015
dror

great lake view and good variety for breakfast

we stayed 2 nights at the end of march. the room has great lake view. the bed was comfortable and big. the staff was helpful and speaks good english. the breakfast buffet has good variety
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2014
Laura

Fabulous breakfast

Breakfast at this hotel is worth staying for alone!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2014
Eric

Verbania Stop 3 nights

Beautiful quaint little hotel. Staff was super nice, front dest, breakfast, everyone!! Ferry boats are literally across the street. We were traveling by motorcycle and were able to park 15 meters from the front door. Fantastic food within steps of the hotel. Grocery store one 2 blocks away if you need to get some wine or cheese. We had been in Zermatt the day before. You could spend 5 days in Verbania for what a day and a half cost in Zermatt and have lots of fun. Visit the islands while you are there. Enjoy !!!!
Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Sep 2014
travel 5mth/yr

Weekend Visit

I went to Verbania for a long weekend to attend a wedding. I stayed in a single room, modest in size, but suitable enough for my needs. The water pressure for the tub/shower was good which was nice. Warning: bring your own toilet paper because the hotel uses cocktail size single sheets of hard paper towel in their dispensers.

The noise from the hallway or outside might annoy the unseasoned traveller.

The location is about a 30min walk along the water front to the centre of town, but I preferred that because I like the exercise. The lakeshore path is directly across the street from the hotel.

There is a grocery store 1 block away to get beverages and snacks...great place to go if you want to have a picnic. I didn't eat or use the bar at the hotel, so I can't comment on the food/service

The hotel staff was super friendly and spoke English fluently.
Note: you need to book your return shuttle to malpensa 48hours in advance, or you could be subjected to 2hr+ bus/trains. A taxi will cost you 120euro incl tip.
4/10
Poor
13 Jun 2014
Vanessa

Disappointing hotel despite great staff

This place is too expensive for what it has to offer. Stayed in much better hotels in Italy for the same or less. Weird lack of attention to detail like air on and minibar not working, total lack of noise insulation, half the minibar items listed not actually in it, and no-one really trained to do the bar downstairs. One couple left whilst we were there saying it really wasn't what they had been led to expect.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2014
Mauro

lake view- make sure you ask for lake view

Hotel is very nice and staff was very good. If you wish a quiet lake location and stroll by lake, this is it. If you wish more action(more stores and more restaurants) you should drive to Stresa which is 15 minutes by car.
8/10
Excellent
08 May 2014
Cornelia

A fine hotel in a beautiful location

We enjoyed the location of the Hotel Ancora, right in the middle of town and an easy walk to the ferry boats.
6/10
Pleasant
24 Oct 2013
Tom F
Overall, I was pleased with the hotel. It was clean and updated. The staff was helpful and spoke fluent English. the parking garage was great to have. My only complaint is the location. I was on vacation with my wife and we were hoping for a beautiful, quiet location along the lake. The hotel is located in Verbania, and more specifically Intra. It's right along a fairly busy road (SS34) and is definitely not secluded or quiet. After touring the other areas, in retrospect we would have stayed in Verbania along Via Vittorio Veneto or in Stresa. these areas are more what we had in mind for a relaxing, romantic time at the lake.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2013
Mike and Carol

Great location

We booked a room with balcony/view and it was great. Staff very helpful and breakfast was excellent......even had champagne included. We'd definitely return.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2013
julie & alex

Wonderful stay at Lake Maggiore

We recently stayed for 3 nights at Hotel Ancora in a superior room with Lake views. It was a Fantastic location, with outstanding, helpful staff. The rooms were very clean and the breakfast was great. Access to nearby Laveno and Stresa was across the road. A great place to stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2013
Gerald

excellent hotel with views

excellent overall. staff friendly and accommodating. recommend getting superior room with view. they have great views of the lake and mountains. excellent breakfast. entire hotel has been updated with sleek modern interior. rooms facing the lake are noisy due to busy street but this is the view side and worth the noise.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2013
Verified traveler

Very central

Excellent staff. Receptionist extremely helpful and friendly.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jun 2013
Jen

Wouldn't recommend this hotel.

We reserved 2 rooms in summer. One room's air conditioner didn't function so kids had to relocate. Adults room air conditioner also didn't work, but we were informed they couldn't turn it on until next day. With windows open the temp was okay, but so noisy outside, we could never get to sleep.
6/10
Pleasant
09 Oct 2012
Michael

Good rooms, bad rooms

We booked a room with balcony for a reasonable price and didnt get disappointed.
As we had stay one more night, we had to move to another room. That room has been more 20% expensive and I would rate it 2-3 stars maximum.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2012
Helen

Fantastic base to explore lake maggiore

The hotel is ideally located for travelling around lake maggiore, with both bus, coach and ferry services only minutes away. The hotel is modern and very clean, with staff that are friendly and helpful to ensure you enjoy your stay. The manager was present throughout breakfast service each day, very keen to hear of any criticisms and ideas of how to improve things; although we could not think of any. The rooms are a good size and very nicely furnished. The buffet breakfast is superb, with plenty of choice for all tastes - the smell of freshly squeezed oranges and chocolate will be my pleasant memory of a lovely holiday. The only note of caution, like all the hotels on lake maggiore with a lake view you are overlooking a busy commuter road, if you are a light sleeper it may be better to opt for a non-lake view room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2012
Dan

Facing the lake Maggiore

Very good location. Ask the reception staff for the recommended restaurant, two streets behind the hotel. Parking free between white lines in the harbour area nearby. Nice small city centre just behind the hotel. Good brealfast.
Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Jul 2012
Verified traveler

Stylish hotel in a great location

A modern and stylish hotel in a very good location right opposite the marina and amongst restaurants and shops.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2012
Julia

Good location for a stay on Lake Maggiore

Good location/ knowledgeable staff/ very reasonable rate/ nearby free parking/ great seafood restaurant right next door!
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2012
Verified traveler
I have to say that I felt very much at home at this hotel. I would recommend it for sure.
8/10
Excellent
10 Apr 2012
Verified traveler

good hotel close to ferry terminal

The room was rather small and there was dust under the bed but otherwise we are very happy with our stay at hotel ancora. The breakfast was excellent and the staff very helpful. The hotel is situated in a nice neighbourhood close to resturants, shops and the ferry terminal.
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2012
Russ

Basic, but good

Good small hotel directly in front of the Lake Maggiore, with beautiful views (especially sunrise) and excellent access to shopping in downtown Intra. Staff is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2011
Andrew

Hotel Ancora, Verbania, Lake Maggiore, Italy

Excellent location albeit a bit noisy at night from traffic. Our room was good and had a view over the lake. Remote parking was difficult, and free public car park full, so best option is the chargeable underground garage 5 mins away arranged with the hotel. But the staff and breakfast were fabulous; and that really made it a must for next time.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2011
Verified traveler

Great location!

The hotel is essentially across the street from the waterfront and the Intra port. You can quickly catch the Lake Maggiore Express, a fantastic way to take in the sights. The hotel is beautiful and the staff was very helpful during our stay.
8/10
Excellent
22 Jun 2011
Tom

A Stay at Hotel Ancora

While the hotel was quite adequate it was not a 4 star hotel. Rooms and baths are small and there is no real common area to the hotel. It has a breakfast room and the included breakfast is very good - the first hotel on the trip with fresh orange juice. The hotel is very basic but nice - a nice 3 star hotel.
6/10
Pleasant
10 May 2011
Ulrich

Quiet location. Friendly staff. Rather basic.

This family-run hotel is located closed to Alba, Piemont. 5 minutes car drive. Quiet location in flat fields. Not very scenic. Very friendly staff. Rooms are ok for the price. Some rooms have a connection door to the next room. In case you get such a room make sure that the other room is not occupied (doors not soundproof).

There is currently some construction ongoing close to the swimming pool, so the pool ambience is a bit industrial.

Would recommend hotel only for a stop-over ion the Alba region.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2010
Jeff

Perfect location. Very nice hotel.

I would recommend this hotel!!!!! The hotel was modern and very nice. Room had small balcony, but nicely fit a table and 2 chairs. Great view of Lago Maggiore. Shower was a bit small. Location was great. Short walk across to tour boat launch and parking lot. It was on the main street but we didn't think the noise was that bad. Close to great shopping and restaurants.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2010
Kath

Excellent hotel

This is a fantastic hotel. Rooms are great and the staff are extremely helpful. Breakfast is very good. Worth booking a delux room. It is conveniently located opposite the ferry port in Intra, Verbania. (If getting the bus from the train station might be worth asking the driver to tell you when you are in Intra as we got off too early.) Intra is small. You can walk to Pallanza in about 30 mins. Cannot recommend the hotel highly enough. One of the best I have stayed in.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2010
Bill

A fine choice in Verbania

Very nice small hotel right on Lago Maggiore. We had a room in the back which was very quiet. The air conditioning was not as effective as it could have been so that knocked the comfort rating down somewhat. A very nice breakfast was included. The staff made excellent dining recommendations. There's a supermarket nearby.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Oct 2009
Peter

Good value

The room was very clean. The staff was most helpful. Though conveniently located Via Saffi was very hard to find. The breakfast was excellent.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2009
Eva

Great hotel with lovely view

Exceptional staff, spoke perfect English, helpful and efficient. We were upgraded to room with fantastic view and very tastefully decorated. Wish we could have spent several more days at this gem of a hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Alberto
Ottima struttura in posizione centrale. Silenziosa ed elegante. Leggermente disagevole il fatto di dover fare delle scale anche dopo essere usciti dall' ascensore. Personale cordiale e professionale.
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
Hardy
Sehr schönes und zentral gelegenes Hotel. Wir waren schon das 2. Mal und sind sehr zufrieden. Alle sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Wir kommen wieder.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Steven
Top
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Julia
Vriendelijk personeel, fijne bedden, schoon hotel en genoeg leuke restaurantjes in de buurt!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Andreas
Wir haben den Aufenthalt mit unserer Familie im Apartment sehr genossen auf unserem Weg in die Toskana. Nächstes Jahr kommen wir wieder.
8/10
Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Marc
Nice hotel
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Bjørn
Great Hotel. Made us feel welcome. Friendly staff. Great location. Hotel I would recommend and come back to if I can!
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2025
Abdelilah
Très bon séjour à cet établissement propre et bon emplacement petit déjeuner riche et varié
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2025
Risto
Vain hyvää sanottavaa.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2025
Ybo
Very clean, and friendly
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2025
Daniel

Wochenende Trip

Hervorragender Service, Freundlich und reichhaltiges Frühstück Buffet.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2025
Joergen
Alles in allem gut, waren jetzt zum zweiten Mal dort
8/10
Excellent
21 Apr 2025
Joana

Très bon séjour

Nous avons séjourné dans un appartement équipé d'une cuisine (pratique quand on voyage avec des bébés), lit très confortable et appartement très spacieux. Le coin cuisine un peu vieillot, mais suffisant pour un séjour de 4 jours.
Petit déj très copieux et varié, un large choix de produits de qualité. Le personnel est très serviable, accuillant, adorable avec notre bébé tout au long du séjour. Un bar est à disposition avec un petit coin \"pause\" très agréable. Très bon séjour à Verbania.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
21 Apr 2025
Yves
Wenn es ein dreisteren Hotel und der Preis die hälfte wäre dann gerne volle Punktzahl.
Wir hatten das Superriorzimmer mit Seeblick für eine nacht. 250€. Sehr kleines Zimmer.
Die Preis Leistung ist nicht gegeben.
Achtung: kein Parkplatz bei Hotel möglich.

Liebes Hotel Team wo sind die 4 Sterne, wier haben sie nicht gefunden :-(
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Eckhard
Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen war alles supi 😍
Mitten im zentrum war sehr praktisch.
Wir kommen wieder 👏
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Ok

Ok, but nothing special. Busy street in front of the hotel.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2024
Yoshitomo
Grazie

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Corso Mameli, 65, 65, Verbania, Italy

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