Travel/Hotel Information
Flight
Flight to Book
The closest international airport to Orta San Giulio is Milano Malpensa International airport (30 miles east of Orta). Check your passport! Your passport needs to be valid for at least six months beyond your return date to the U.S. We reccomend trying to fly into Milan 09/01 in case of unforeseen travel problems!
Rental Car
Rental Car Option
If you are traveling only between the airport and Orta San Giulio, renting a car is not necessary. Orta is a pedestrian-friendly town, and access to the town center is restricted to residents. In addition, navigating Limited Traffic Zones (ZTLs) and toll roads in Italy can be challenging. Private transfer services offer an easy and convenient way to travel directly between the airport and your hotel (see details below). If you are planning to rent a car during your time in Italy, please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required in addition to your U.S. driver’s license. You can apply for an IDP by clicking “View.” From our experience, obtaining an IDP in person at a AAA branch is typically quicker, easier, and more cost-effective than applying online. The cost is approximately $38 and the permit is valid for one year.
Travel Note
Where to park rental cars in Orta?
Click 'View' for parking suggestions if you decide to rent a car. Hotel San Rocco and Hotel La Bussola also offer free parking for guests. ** note as of 05/24: the two hotels above are booked up
Travel Note
Transportation to/from Airport
If you are getting flustered or don't know which websites to trust, reach out to your hotel and they can help you set up transportation from the airport and back! We reccomend emailing them. If you are still getting flustered, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dylan and Rebecca and we can help you set something up from the airport to your hotel and back.
Hotel
Hotel San Rocco
BOOKED UP (as of 05/24)
Hotel
Hotel La Bussola
BOOKED UP (as of 05/24)
Hotel
Hotel Leon d'Oro
Hotel Suggestion 3 The Hotel Leon d'Oro offers a range of modern and flexible services, including a spa service. Breakfast is offered. ~$150 - $320
Hotel
La Contrada Dei Monti
Hotel Suggestion 4 The hotel has a very unique and convenient location: immersed in the tranquility of the pedestrian Medieval streets and yet just few steps away from the main square, the center of town's events during the summer season. Breakfast, at a cost of 15.00 EUR, is in hotel Leon D’oro. ~$100/night
Hotel
Villa Crespi
Hotel Suggestion 5 This hotel is about a 20 minute walk into the town of Orta. A 5 star luxury hotel with a 3 Michelin star restaurant. An ancient minaret-like tower stands out over a villa with the unmistakable charm of the Middle East but on Lake Orta. ~$1400+
Travel Note
Do not stay at Hotel Santa Caterina
The owner lives next door with three dogs that bark all hours of the day and the owner just lets them. The dogs are nice and friendly, but we got a little frustrated at all of the barking. Trust us it’s not worth it.