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Via B. Castelli, 9, 22017 Menaggio, Italy
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Grand Hotel Victoria
Ranked #6 of 10 hotels in Menaggio
4.0 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
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Adelaide, Australia
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Great location, but could be better”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2011
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We stayed for 3 nights in early September and the location of Hotel Victoria is wonderful. We had a balcony room at the front and the view was superb. The room was large and clean, two beds pushed together was only adequate. The decor of the rooms is a little tired and needs an update. I think the hotel is a little overpriced. Unforntunately our neighbours were serious smokers and we were forced to close the doors everytime they were out on the balcony to smoke, which was often.
The reception areas of the hotel were lovelly, and we enjoyed sitting outside for drinks and time at the pool.
Breakfast was a huge disappointment, I think the juice was cordial concentrate which you were meant to dilute with the bottled water. The dishes were empty, fruit was probably tinned and there was no bread and very few pastries. The contintental selection was very poor and looked extremely tired. The Restaurant stafff were inefficient and indifferent, and as a result we declined from further dining at the hotel.
It was a short walk to the town square, and we enjoyed our time at cafes and restaurants nearby, check the menus before ordering to avoid confusion and overcharging.Great icecream shops.

Room Tip: The front balcony rooms are great and probably worth the extra cost
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Austin, Texas
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“A great way to end our long travel day.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2011
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people found this review helpful

After two planes, two trains, a crazy taxi ride, a ferry ride and dragging our luggage approximately 750 feet, arriving at this beautiful hotel was a wonderful way to end our day. The reception staff was very helpful and our room overlooking the lake was very nice. The bartender made a great dirty martini, the restaurant staff worked very hard and the food was delicious. We will definitely recommend this hotel to our friends.

Room Tip: Ask for a view of the lake that is not obstructed by the beautiful trees in the front lawn.
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Grand Old Lady”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2011
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We stayed for 4 nights in one of their better rooms.(Balcony lake view). The room was positioned between the trees and the view of the lake was superb. The room was in need of redecoration but was functional with desk wardrobe (plenty of space) and mirrors and 2 doors onto the balcony. The bed was two singles joined together and was satisfactory. The bathroom had a shower (bit small) toilet and bidet.
The air-conditioning worked but seemed to loose effectiveness during the night, but by then the outside temp was lower and we opened the doors.
The staff were pleasant and helpful (loaned an umbrella).
3 minute walk to the center and 10 minutes to the ferry makes the hotel well positioned.
We ate in the dining room one night and the food was excellent. Breakfast is continental with plenty of variety. The dining/breakfast area is a modern add-on in the garden and has a wonderful ambiance. Wifi is complimentary in the foyer which has plenty of grand lounges.

Room Tip: pay extra for balcony and view
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Atlanta, Georgia
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Older Hotel in Need of Renovation”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2011

We stayed here during our honeymoon for 3 nights and our room had a view of the lake with a tiny balcony. This is an older hotel and in great need of renovation. The bed was a queen (two twins pushed together) and was very uncomfortable. The AC was "on" but it nver cooled the room. We asked for it to be adjusted 3 times but they never got it working adequately. The walk from the hotel to the square is 3-4 minutes and maybe 5 minutes to the ferry. The bathroom was OK for size and had a tub with a shower, but everything was older, cracking and in need of repair. Not what one would expect from a 4 star hotel. The front desk staff were not very helpful (AC situation), and when asked about tours or restaurant suggestions they weren't helpful and just pushed the hotel's restaurant. The room had a TV that did get a few english channels (BBC and CNN), a safe, and a dresser.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Beautiful surroundings and friendly welcoming hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011

Just came back from staying here and was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was.
The staff were ever so friendly and rush around doing what they can for you.
The hotel is massive with amazing views.
I had shared a room with two other friends where we had been given an extra bed put up for us, the room was lovely, the only downside was there wasn't enough mirrors for us, but that is all.
We really enjoyed using the pool as the weather was so hot, there seemed to be enough sunbeds.
It was nice and close to the square and restaurants.
I would return again

  • Stayed August 2011
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Via B. Castelli, 9, 22017 Menaggio, Italy
Price range (per night):* 165 AUD - 209 AUD

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