The hotel lies on the shores of Lake Orta in a peaceful oasis. It is just a few kilometres from the mediaeval village of Orta San Giulio. The air-conditioned hotel offers all modern comforts such as a lobby, hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom, lift access, a landing stage and private parking. The property was built in 1935 and renovated in 2010. The hotel, with its renowned cooking and gastronomic specialities, has an enchanting restaurant with a veranda on the lake, a large banquet hall, 60 guest rooms and an annex with flats. Further facilities on offer to guests include a newspaper stand, TV lounge, café, bar, Internet access and room and laundry services. The position of the lake view rooms makes waking up a uniquely relaxing experience and the sunsets are equally stunning. Double standard rooms have a private bathroom with a shower or bath, hairdryer, satellite TV and direct dial phone. The double superior rooms have a balcony, a private bathroom with a shower or bath, satellite TV, direct dial phone, air conditioning, a hairdryer and a safe. Either double or king-size beds come in the rooms. The air conditioning and heating are individually regulated. The hotel features a heated swimming pool with a solarium, a private beach with sun loungers and parasols, a massage service and table tennis. For additional fees guests may take advantage of the facilities for waterskiing, motor boating and pedal boating. A breakfast buffet is served each morning. Lunch is offered from a set menu and à la carte. Dinner may be selected à la carte.