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Centro Don Guanella (LOI101)

Barza Ispra Lombardy

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Grand architecture, expansive gardens and a beautiful, quiet location near Lake Maggiore, this historic villa is an ideal base for exploring northern Italy.

Well positioned near the famous lakes of northern Italy, the guest house is closest to the picturesque Lake Maggiore.

Services

This convent is operated by the Congregazione dei Servi della Carità.

The guest house is surrounded by expansive gardens, perfect for relaxing. There are four separate chapels available for prayer, and mass is held regularly.

There are 'self-managed' facilities available for groups, including private cooking areas and large bedrooms.

The dining room at the guest house serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Property Services

Dining Room

Tea and Coffee facilities

Tourism Advice

Room Services

Air Conditioning

Linen Cleaned

Hairdryer

Heating

Internet

Towels

Refrigerator

Telephone

Television

Toiletries

Local Services within 500m

Cash Machine N/A

Cafe N/A

Forex Services N/A

Hospital N/A

Laundromat N/A

Grocer/Market N/A

Dining Options

Features

The guest house is highlighted by beautiful artwork and architecture throughout, with a focus on retaining the period features of the building.

Property Features

Children's Area

Conference Room

Elevator

Fire Detectors

Gardens

Common Room

Wheelchair Access

Room Features

Private Bathroom

Chair and Desk

Fire Detector

Disabled Rooms

Windows

Getting Around

In Barza, just outside the town of Ispra.

General Transport

Bus

History

The main building was originally built as a castle to protect the citizens of the town of Barza, and later on was converted to a private home. Most of what is visible today was designed in the 19th century, when the villa was home to the Italian tenor Pietro Monigni. Umberto I, King of Italy was a guest here in 1879. The venue changed hands again in 1934 to the current owners, who converted it to a place of retreat and spirituality.

Images remain the property of the guest house.

Image of Centro Don Guanella accommodation

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Where?

Centro Don Guanella (LOI101)
Open All year round
Checkin 11:30am-7:00pm
Checkout 7:00am-10:00am
Curfew None
Payment Options
Breakfast is included in the price Private and Shared Bathrooms Warning: Some rooms have Shared Bathrooms. If a room with Private Bathroom is unavailable, you will be advised during the booking process.