Restaurant Verbano is a short (10 minute) boat trip from the mainland villages of Stresa or Baveno, and we ate there on a beautiful May evening. The island itself is known both as Isola Superiore, and Isola Pescatori (Island of the Fishermen). Sitting on the outdoor terrace of the restaurant, there are stunning views across to the mainland, and the... More

Celebrating a birthday with a small family group at this Albergo is a treat. At the end of the day, the small isola dei pescatori gets rid of the tourists and leaves to you to the charm of its small streets between the houses, the twinkling lake all around you, the quiet rythm of the lazy waves as the sunset... More

First off don't take a big bag. Pack a little one with just what you need and leave the rest in your car - you will appreciate not dragging around a big suitcase on the island. If driving, park beside the lake promenade in Bavena, between the white lines - it is free and you can leave the car there... More

We stayed for just one Sunday in late August 2011. After missing the last ferry boat they sent someone over to pick us up, which was a great start! The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and polite and our room was fantastic and with amazing views and balcony. We eat on the terrace by the waters edge at the restaurant... More

Gorgeous place to have lunch- food was fantastic! We booked a table, so were sitting facing the Isola Bella, under a canopy of wisteria. The service was excellent and we had a fabulous Soave white wine, with our meal. One comment regarding the food was that the Carpaccio di Manzo used a smoked meat, and may not be to everyone's... More

I stayed here last weekend with a friend it was lovely. A very friendly hotel that felt like someone's home, beautifully and thoughtfully furnished. Our room opened out onto a large terrace shared with 2 other rooms, but it was so large you still had privacy and the view was stunning. Breakfast was good, eaten on the lake view terrace.... More

We were staying in Baveno and were recommended this restaurant by the Hotel Splendid staff. We were picked up by boat from Baveno dock and taken to the beautiful restaurant on Isola Pescatori, which overlooks either Isola Madre or Isola Bella depending on where you are seated. The staff are very welcoming and the attention to detail is recommendable, with... More

We spent some of our honeymoon at the Verbano, and it really is a very special place. Situated on the beautiful Isola Dei Pescatori, it is unlike anywhere else we've stayed before. We debated whether to stay in a five star hotel in Stresa or at the lower-rated Verbano, and definitely feel we made the right choice. The rooms are... More

We had the best lunch of our trip to Maggiore at this restaurant . The food was lovely and the service excellent. Would recommend it to anyone touring the Islands on Lake Maggiore. Wonderful food eaten in a perfect setting. More