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Novara’s hotels cluster in three zones: the historic centre for sightseers, the station area for budget rail travellers, and the motorway ring for drivers and airport users. Prices run lower than Milan and Turin across the board, roughly 50 to 120 euro a night for most hotels. For month-by-month temperatures and rainfall, see our Novara weather by month. For airport, transport and packing advice, see our Novara travel tips.
Where to Stay in Novara: Centro Storico
Staying inside the viali ring puts the Basilica of San Gaudenzio, the Duomo and the main restaurants within a five-minute walk. This is the most convenient area and the quietest at night, though street parking is limited. Our best time to visit Novara covers the best months to visit in detail.
Suggested Hotels in Centro Storico
Le Grandi Volte
A boutique bed and breakfast set in a historic building with restored vaulted ceilings, a few steps from the Duomo and the Broletto. Best for couples who want a characterful, central base. Check rates and availability
Hotel Cavour
A central three-star hotel on the edge of the historic centre, a short walk from the basilica and the main shopping streets. Best for first-time visitors who want to reach every sight on foot. Check rates and availability
Croce di Malta
A simple, well-run hotel in the centre with friendly staff and straightforward rooms. Best for budget travellers who want a central location without paying premium prices. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Novara: Near Novara FS Station
The blocks around Novara FS station, along Corso Torino, hold the city’s cheapest rooms. You trade atmosphere for a 40-minute train to Milan and a 10-minute walk to the centre. This is the pick if Novara is a base for Milan day trips. For the full list of sights and day trips, see our things to do in Novara.
Suggested Hotels near Novara FS Station
Le Due Dimore di Corso Torino
Self-catering apartments on Corso Torino, a short walk from the historic centre, with kitchens and modern fittings. Best for families and longer stays who want space to cook. Check rates and availability
Hotel Stazione
A basic hotel directly opposite Novara FS station, useful for very early trains. Best for rail travellers who need a bed within 100 metres of the platform. Check rates and availability
Cavallo Bianco
A small budget hotel on the edge of the centre with basic rooms and breakfast included. Best for travellers who want the lowest price without being far from the action. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Novara: Outskirts near the A4 Motorway
The southern and western outskirts, near the A4 Turin-Milan motorway and the route to Malpensa, hold Novara’s four-star hotels. They come with free parking and are the best choice if you are driving or flying in or out of Malpensa, 34 km northeast. Our Novara events and festivals covers the annual calendar of festivals in detail.
Suggested Hotels near the A4 Motorway
La Bussola (LVG Hotel Collection)
A four-star hotel in a green area on Novara’s southern edge, with an outdoor pool, a spa and direct access to the A4 motorway, about 30 minutes from Malpensa. Best for drivers and business travellers who want parking and quiet instead of a city-centre location. Check rates and availability
Best Western Cavalieri della Corona
A modern four-star hotel near Malpensa airport with a free airport shuttle, a gym and large rooms. Best for early-morning flights or one-night layovers. Check rates and availability
Villa Malpensa
A refined hotel set in a converted villa near the airport, with a restaurant and a garden. Best for travellers who want a quiet airport-adjacent stay with character. Check rates and availability
For a full area-by-area breakdown including price expectations, read our Novara neighborhoods guide.
