Hotel Splendid

Set right on the lakeshore, Hotel Splendid boasts its own private beach and outdoor pool, with the centre of Baveno just a five-minute stroll away. The views from the property sweep across the water and surrounding mountains, offering a scenic backdrop throughout your stay.

Rooms are generously sized and tastefully furnished, pairing classic décor with either wood or carpeted floors. Each comes with a balcony—overlooking either the lake or the hills—along with a flat-screen TV, laptop-safe, minibar, and a private bathroom stocked with a hairdryer and toiletries.

Dining here focuses on Italian flavours, with meals served on a panoramic terrace that looks straight out to Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands. The pool area includes a hydromassage corner, and for those wanting extra relaxation, the wellness centre (at an additional cost) features a sauna, Turkish bath, salt room, gym, and hot tub.

Just 600 metres from Baveno’s harbour—where ferries head to Verbania and the islands—the location is a hit with couples, who rate it 9.3 out of 10 for two-person getaways.