We stayed at Hotel La Ripa on Lake Maggiore in October 2010, and it couldn't have been lovelier. Our freshly decorated room had tall windows with sheer white curtains looking out at the gardens and the lake, with balconies big enough for a chair or two. In addition to a traditional European breakfast, dinner is also served in the antiques-filled... More

For a great loction only 10 minutes from the centre of Baveno, Yet on the Lake side of the main road & with a real Italian atmosphere, go to the Hotel La Ripa in Baveno. The owner Paolo Cardini will make you welcome & endever to make your stay as comfortable as possible. This really is a gem & worth... More

La Ripa is a beautiful small hotel. Authentic Italian family run cosy place to stay. In the line of its long tradition the hotel management is renewing the facilities. The rooms have a stunning view on the lake and the old ilands. The owner is very welcomming and hospittable. It is authenticic and perfect for the one who is looking... More

I had read the reviews before booking. People either seem to love it or hate it. I guess if you don't need 5 stars with pool, room service, huge breakfast buffet etc etc, but you like family run establishments, meeting other interesting guests at breakfast and looking out your window to one of the most beautiful views you can imagine,... More

If you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere in the most picturesque place, try La Ripa, with its charming traditional Italian hospitality and its unbeatable swimming. Right on the lake with its own tiny beach, the hotel is quiet and very friendly, and is within easy reach of all the beauties of the lake and surroundings, the islands with their gorgeous... More

This one-star hotel has five-star service. The owner, Paola Cardini, is a gracious host and was attentive to our needs, both prior to our arrival and while there. She provided us with information about the area, how to get around and allowed us access to the hotel’s internet carrier (something that needs to be done downstairs as the hotel’s walls... More

My husband and I arrived at the hotel a little after 3:00 P.M. and the owner, Paola Cardini, was just leaving. She said she'd be back in 5 minutes. Her young niece checked us in. We were very disappointed when we saw our room and asked for a better one. She said none existed and they were all the same.... More

arrived for a one night stay, great view and in the summer i would think the out side is lovely. close to the road and in summer the road is going to be very busy. The rooms are little more than adequate. One coat hanger in a wardrobe,an en suite which is a module which comes complete and is just... More

We booked this hotel online through a third party website and were then delighted to receive a personal e-mail from Paola, the hotel's owner, together with a picture of our room. When I realised that I needed to change my booking, I e-mailed the original website and heard nothing so I e-mailed Paola instead and she replied within a day... More