Edelweiss

Location and views from this hotel we're amazing, the breakfast was really nice, the service was really good as we arrived late even though checkin was until 10pm but the chap waited for us, rooms could do with a little tlc and the beds were very budget not very comfortable mattress.

This hotel sits on a hillside overlooking a beautiful valley. It is easily accessible by bus from the train station in Domodossola, and is the perfect spot to experience the simple charms of northern Italy’s mountain villages. The owner, an amicable native whose father also ran this hotel, is happy to accommodate guests in every way and proud to show off attractions throughout the commune of Bognanco. We spent one night as part of a vacation itinerary from Milan to Neuchatel and were completely satisfied. Our room was clean and quiet, the WiFi was excellent, the several common areas are pleasant, and the hotel is filled with interesting decor. The classic Italian dishes we ordered, risotto and gnocchi, were excellent. There is also a full bar and, of course, an espresso machine. Sipping a local beer or a macchiato on the terrace is the perfect finish to a morning spent at the spa or wandering the many hiking paths. The next village up the hill, Boco, deserves special mention as an attraction. Almost every building has a painting or sculpture or other piece of art on the walls, and the residents are happy to let tourists wander through and take photos. It is clear from the many renovations we saw that the valley is making an effort to welcome visitors with modern but still classic accommodations of every type. If you want Italian alpine charm at its best, Bognanco is the perfect place and the Hotel Edelweiss is an excellent base from which to explore.

Like travelling to Italy’s belle epoque and the kindest couple run the place. Absolutely loved it!

Driving back from central Italy we wanted an overnight stop before crossing the Simplon Pass. The Edelweiss was apparently just off the main road at Domodossola and given the area we assumed it was in a winter sports resort. In fact Bognanco [as its precise name should have told us] is a somewhat old fashioned small spa town that straggles down the steep and winding mountain road. Whilst that didn't particularly influence the physical nature of the Edelweiss, except that is for the lift and the spa treatments, it certainly had consequences for the clientele who were clearly there for the waters.||||It was still a little bit early for the peak season, the hotel occupancy was light and the surrounding village was quiet. However we had no complaints about the Hotel which was tidy and organised with splendid views down the valley from the two reasonably sized if slightly basic rooms we occupied. There was certainly no noise apart from the chimes from the very adjacent small church at eight in both the evening and morning. After a heavy night the latter might have been a bit intrusive but I doubt whether there are many heavy nights at the Edelweiss and in any event with glorious weather and a splendid view it was no hardship to hear the bells.||||We ate in the evening from a very short menu and the food was straightforward but with plenty of flavour. My bucatini amatriciana was a good a pasta dish as I ate on this holiday and the meat main courses were neatly done too. Breakfast was conventionally continental and a bit uninspiring but as it came with the room we were happy enough.||All of this was provided by what I took to be a husband and wife team who could not have been more pleasant and keen to please so the stay left us feeling positive.||||Would I recommend it? That would depend on why you wanted to be in Bognanco. If taking the waters is your thing then this would be excellent and I guess it might not be a bad base for walking. However as a stopover it is probably a little too far of the main road although its location is compensation. Be prepared for a curiously dated experience though. Though the hotel itself is quite modern the clientele were not and from the old posters on display the spa itself probably dates back to the end of the nineteenth century when its curative possibilities were perhaps more heavily valued. Still we felt it was decent value for money and enjoyed both the honest hospitality and the slight quirkiness.

What a great find! We stopped there by chance and found a charming hotel, with great food. The room was comfortable and had an amazing view. The owners are friendly and speak English very well and suggested we drive to a couple of beautiful places in the area. I highly recommend this hotel.

This hotel sits on a hillside overlooking a beautiful valley. It is easily accessible by bus from the train station in Domodossola, and is the perfect spot to experience the simple charms of northern Italy’s mountain villages. The owner, an amicable native whose father also ran this hotel, is happy to accommodate guests in every way and proud to show off attractions throughout the commune of Bognanco. We spent one night as part of a vacation itinerary from Milan to Neuchatel and were completely satisfied. Our room was clean and quiet, the WiFi was excellent, the several common areas are pleasant, and the hotel is filled with interesting decor. The classic Italian dishes we ordered, risotto and gnocchi, were excellent. There is also a full bar and, of course, an espresso machine. Sipping a local beer or a macchiato on the terrace is the perfect finish to a morning spent at the spa or wandering the many hiking paths. The next village up the hill, Boco, deserves special mention as an attraction. Almost every building has a painting or sculpture or other piece of art on the walls, and the residents are happy to let tourists wander through and take photos. It is clear from the many renovations we saw that the valley is making an effort to welcome visitors with modern but still classic accommodations of every type. If you want Italian alpine charm at its best, Bognanco is the perfect place and the Hotel Edelweiss is an excellent base from which to explore.

仕事ではじめて一人でイタリアに行きました。ボニャンコという街の名前のかわいさ（日本語で猫の意味）と掲載されていた写真の美しさに惹かれて、仕事現場からは離れていたのですが、4泊5日で泊まりました。夫婦で経営されている宿で、二人とも英語を喋ることができ、非常に明るく楽しいご夫婦でした。朝ご飯はオレンジケーキなどのケーキを2つ用意してくれて、非常に美味しかったです。コーヒーやカプチーノも何倍お変わりしても快く追加してくれました。日中は、ドモドッソラ〜マレスコ方面に仕事で出かけていたのですが、夜遅く帰ってきても、夜ご飯を用意してくれて大変助かりました。冷たいビールやワインは非常に美味しかったです。泊まった部屋は赤色が基調で、天井や窓から光が差し込んで明るかったです。宿の周りには、赤色の花が咲き乱れていて、非常に美しかったです。Booking.comで掲載されていた写真そのままの風景でした。斜面にある個人経営のホテルなのに、エレベータも備え付けられていたのには驚きました。階下から荷物を運び込むのに、非常に便利でした。日本の旅行者の方にも非常におすすめの宿ですが、行かれる際にはレンタカーの使用をお勧めします。

Un weekend tranquillo in famiglia Abbiamo soggiornato in questo hotel in occasione della premiazione di un concorso letterario, approfittandone per trascorrere un weekend diverso in famiglia. Il soggiorno è stato molto piacevole e rilassante, immersi in un contesto tranquillo e autentico, lontano dalla frenesia quotidiana. La struttura si trova in una zona isolata e silenziosa, "nel nulla", come si suol dire, ma allo stesso tempo vicina a molti sentieri montani ideali per escursioni e passeggiate. La posizione è strategica anche per chi vuole visitare le terme, ancora attive, seppur con un ritmo meno vivace rispetto al passato. A pochi minuti di auto si raggiunge Domodossola, quindi la sensazione di essere “lontani da tutto” è solo apparente. Un grazie di cuore Un ringraziamento speciale va a Gianluca e Sonia, che con il loro modo di fare semplice, autentico e appassionato ci hanno fatto sentire a casa. Grazie per il tempo che ci avete dedicato, per la pazienza, per le chiacchiere genuine e per la passione che si percepisce in ogni piccolo dettaglio del vostro lavoro. È raro oggi trovare persone che non solo gestiscono una struttura, ma che la vivono davvero, con cura, con amore e con rispetto per gli ospiti. Ci siamo sentiti accolti, ascoltati, rispettati. E questo fa la differenza. A presto, davvero. Con affetto e riconoscenza. (Seguono ulteriori dettagli sul soggiorno) Camere Le camere sono pulite, ordinate e funzionali. L’atmosfera è semplice ma curata, e si percepisce l’attenzione per il dettaglio e per il comfort dell’ospite. Si riposa bene grazie alla quiete della zona e alla cura generale della struttura. Attività nelle vicinanze Gli amanti della natura troveranno molto da fare: i sentieri di montagna nelle vicinanze offrono panorami mozzafiato e sono adatti a vari livelli di esperienza. Le terme, anche se meno frequentate rispetto al passato, rappresentano comunque una piacevole aggiunta al soggiorno. A breve distanza in auto c’è Domodossola, perfetta per una passeggiata o una visita culturale. Sicurezza La zona è molto tranquilla e sicura, ideale per famiglie o per chi cerca relax senza pensieri. Anche nei dintorni dell’hotel si respira un senso di calma e protezione. Percorribilità a piedi È possibile esplorare la zona a piedi, specialmente se si amano le passeggiate nella natura. La struttura si trova in fondo a una stradina, vicino alla zona delle terme, e ci sono diversi posti auto disponibili nelle vicinanze. Si arriva in struttura in macchina senza problemi, la strada da Domodossola è immersa nel verde, ma facilmente percorribile. Mangiare e bere Sebbene l’hotel non offra un servizio di ristorazione completo, la scelta di cibo disponibile è più che soddisfacente. Ci sono taglieri di salumi, toast, focacce, dolci fatti in casa e altre opzioni che rendono il soggiorno molto piacevole anche dal punto di vista gastronomico. La colazione è ottima, ricca e ben curata. Perfetta per iniziare bene la giornata. Dettagli importanti La struttura è dotata di ascensore, molto comodo per chi ha valigie o problemi di mobilità. C’è una palestra disponibile per gli ospiti. In caso di maltempo, è possibile rilassarsi leggendo uno dei tanti libri a disposizione. La gestione è familiare: Gianluca e Sonia, marito e moglie, sono di una cortesia e disponibilità fuori dal comune. Si vede che ci mettono il cuore in ciò che fanno. Conclusione Un soggiorno perfetto per chi desidera staccare la spina, rilassarsi e riconnettersi con la natura. Consigliatissimo a chi cerca tranquillità, accoglienza sincera e un ambiente familiare. Torneremo sicuramente!