The Hotel Ancora is located on the lakefront in the centre of Intra, Verbania, a large city on the Lake Maggiore. The city is known for its shops and proximity to the Swiss and Italian Alps. The hotel's 31 air conditioned rooms have a bright, modern decor, with minibars, satellite TV, Internet ports, safes, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Complimentary fresh fruit and bottled water are offered on arrival.

Guests arriving by car will appreciate use of the parking garage (surcharge), while other practical amenities include currency exchange and room service. Completely air conditioned, the hotel offers business guests access to conference facilities and high speed Internet, and for children there's a games room. Tennis, horseback riding, and golf courses are within 10 kilometres of the hotel. The nearest train station is in the centre of Verbania, approximately 10 kilometres from the hotel. Milan Malpensa is the closest international airport, approximately 75 kilometres from Intra, or 60 minutes by car.