Hotel Ristorante La Perla  

On the edge of the Ticino Valley Nature Park in Varallo Pombia, minutes from Safaripark. A pet-friendly, family-friendly base about 9 km from Malpensa and within easy reach of Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta.

Set in a leafy park after a 2006 renovation, the hotel feels like a quiet green oasis. The 52 elegantly furnished rooms offer air conditioning, minibars, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with showers and bidets. Public spaces include a terrace, garden and a cozy lobby with a fireplace.

Soak up sun by the outdoor pool with loungers and a poolside bar, or sip drinks in the bar/lounge and café. The property also offers three on-site restaurants, breakfast service, wedding services, room service (limited hours), an area shuttle/airport transfer and free self-parking. Expect garden views and easy access to nearby nature and safari attractions.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout, plus a computer station and express check-in for quick arrivals.

Savor Italian cuisine at La Perla and enjoy popular local seafood choices like those at Pinin across the hotel's three restaurants. Breakfast is served on site, and the café, poolside bar and limited room service keep meals convenient.