Absolutely everything was brilliant. Staff went out of their way to be helpful. Especially the table waiter. Although I have no experience of the other rooms, having decided to pay a little extra for the balcony suites I know that they are definitely worth the extra. Restaurant is superb with good food and wines and expert advice to hand with... More

We ate here as a family last night. First and foremost, what an amazing view from the terrace dining area, sitting high over Lake Maggiore: stunning! We had good service throughout from friendly staff, slow at times but this is the Italian way- why would anyone rush la cena? The food was to a very good standard with a mixed... More

The hotel is amazing. Get a room with a view to Maggiore Lake, it worths each cent...We had diner in the hotel's restaurant all night looking at the lake and having amazing food and drinks.

We arrived at 9pm thanks to the Italian train system letting us down. At the end of a long day backpacking through Switzerland the last thing we wanted was a problem with the hotel. We tried to ring them at 7pm to advise that we would be late (check in until 6pm - DON'T MISS THIS!). When we arrived a... More

We spent two nights at this hotel in a lakeside double room and thoroughly enjoyed our accommodations, as well as, the hotel's restaurant. Although dusty, the room was comfortably large and the bathroom was adequate and clean; the air-conditioning worked fine. The view of the lake from our second floor room was magnificent with floor to ceiling windows and a... More

I have just returned from a lovely weekend at the San Carlo with my husband which was most enjoyable for a number of reasons. We arrived very late but the welcome was warm and the staff were friendly and attentive. The hotel is very clean and contemporary and the rooms are quiet and comfortable with stunning views on the lake-side.... More

The tourist office came up with this one. We just wanted somewhere quiet and handy. We booked it unseen and were we surprised when we got there. 2 Minutes out of Arona,up on the hill, overlooking Lake Maggiore. Large light, airy room, spotless and with a huge comfortable bed. Large French doors leading onto the balcony and what a magnificent... More