★★    PETTENASCO

Located in Pettenasco, Albergo Riviera is a friendly guest house with a central courtyard and a traditional restaurant. It offers free Wi-Fi and a private beach on the shores of Lake Orta. Rooms at the Riviera are classically furnished and feature satellite TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer. A buffet breakfast with sweet and savory options is served daily. The restaurant has a terrace overlooking the lake and specializes in Piedmont cuisine. Albergo Riviera is 1 km from Pettenasco Station and 4 km from the Sacro Monte, with views of the lake and San Giulio Island.