Albergo Italia

I stayed here twice, one night before a bikepacking trip and several days afterwards (during XTERRA). The owner/staff were kind enough to store my excess gear/bags while I went bikepacking. They also were communicative when I was planning the trip. Their helpful flexibility was worthy of a 5-star hotel! The hotel is very well situation right in the middle of town, a little down from the shopping area and a little up from the lake – perfect. Lots of parking outside. WiFi but not very good (I just used cellular). The room was basic but clean and functional – you get what you pay for. Bathroom was small but adequate, water pressure/temperature OK, no weirdly-illogical fittings or design elements. The ‘double’ bed was actually two singles pressed together but still did the job. A small balcony with a sensational view. The major downside is soundproofing – basically there isn’t any. I could not only hear my neighbour talking on the phone, but also the voice of the person they were talking to. My neighbour also brought their two poodles, whose separation anxiety became very clear each time they went out. On my first (single) night I stayed next to a smoker – the smell actually came through the wall. Breakfasts are adequate and the at-cost dinner very good, though sadly during the second (longer) part of my stay the chef was absent, which was a great disappointment and rather inconvenient. There is limited English spoken, though the team does their best to be helpful regardless. There is bike storage in the garage and the team didn’t seem fussed at guests bringing bike-bags into their room, which was appreciated. Overall, this was a ‘get what you pay’ for experience. I would stay here again, but only when the chef is working!