We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Lake Garda, Italy. We have also included accommodation in villas, "relais" (mansions), boats, farm stays, country houses, "agriturismos", historic buildings, wineries, country estates, monasteries, romantic hotels and old "castellos". Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Very cosy. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, B&B Posserle is located in Padenghe sul Garda. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. A selection of options including fresh pastries, fruits and juice is served for the à la carte breakfast. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the bed and breakfast's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Towels and bed linen are provided in the bed and breakfast. The accommodation is allergy-free. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Desenzano Castle is 6.8 km from the bed and breakfast, while Terme Sirmione - Virgilio is 18 km away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most cosy bed and breakfast in Lake Garda.
Boutique hotel.Nice style. Great views. Villa Arcadio is in Salò, on the hills above Lake Garda. A former monastery of the 18th century, it offers a lake-view swimming pool surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation. Beautifully-restored, Hotel & Resort Villa Arcadio boasts charming interiors. The hotel offers a free garage parking, and is a 10-minute drive from the town centre. Rooms are spacious, and come with free Wi-Fi, and an LCD TV with Sky channels. They offer views of the lake or the surrounding countryside. Drinks are available on the terrace, where breakfast is also served during pleasant weather. The restaurant with lounge bar serves tasty, elegantly presented meals. Breakfast is buffet style. The hotel features a Finnish sauna. Yoga lessons and a range of Oriental massages, beauty and Ayurveda treatments can be booked. There are 17 outdoor fitness areas located along a 3-km circuit that runs around the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Very stylish. Nice surroundings. Boasting a lakefront swimming pool and a sun terrace, San Colombano Suites is located in a quiet area just outside Bardolino. It offers lake-view suites with an al fresco dining area. Suites at the San Colombano include a seating area and a kitchenette, as well as a private bathroom. Some suites also include a spa bath. Dry cleaning service is available at the property. Wine Museum is 2.6 km from San Colombano Suites, while The Olive Oil Museum is 4.3 km away. The nearest airport is Verona Airport, 23 km from San Colombano Suites.Show full description
This is one of the most STYLISH bed and breakfasts in Lake Garda.
Farm Stay.Superb interior design. Located on the top of a hill with view of Lake Garda, Quercia Belvedere Relais is surrounded by olive trees and vineyards. Featuring a free hot tub in the garden, it also offers elegant rooms and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served daily and includes sweet and savoury items. Air-conditioned rooms have parquet floors and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each has an en suite bathroom complete with bathrobes, while some also come with lake views. At the Quercia Relais staff produce their own olive oil and wine. You can sit and unwind in the garden, equipped with tables and chairs. Verona city centre and Verona Villafranca Airport are a 30-minute drive from the property. The centre of Bardolino is 3 km away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Just 10 minutes' drive from Riva del Garda, B&B Ai Castagni is set in a building of the XVII century in the village of Pranzo. The property is located 2.5 km outside Tenno and a 5-minute drive from Lake Tenno. It offers comfortable rooms, free indoor parking for motorbikes and free Wi-Fi. Rooms overlook the garden or mountains and feature a led TV. Bathrooms are private. The breakfast buffet features fruit juice and hot drinks, fresh bread and croissants. You also have Nutella, marmalades, ham and cheese, as well as yoghurt and fresh fruit. Ai Castagni B&B has a library of Italian, English and German books. Free parking is available just 25 metres away. Buses stop 200 metres away for Rovereto Train Station and Riva del Garda. The surrounding area is ideal for excursions on foot or by bike. The medieval village of Canale is 5 minutes away by car.Show full description
I rate this as the most HISTORIC bed and breakfast in Lake Garda.
Farm Stay.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Set in Bardolino and only 14 km from Gardaland, Ca Muretta Relais offers accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. With pool views, this accommodation features a swimming pool. Terme Sirmione - Virgilio is 24 km from the farm stay, while Tower of San Martino della Battaglia is 27 km from the property. Guests can make use of a garden. Some accommodation includes a terrace and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the farm stay, some units are allergy-free and soundproof. The nearest airport is Verona Airport, 27 km from Ca Muretta Relais.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most RELAXING AND ROMANTIC farm stays in Lake Garda. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great location. Casa Alla Lega offers accommodation in a 16th-century building in Arco town centre. Free WiFi and a bike storage are available to guests. A small wellness area including hot tub and sauna is at guests' disposal upon reservation. Every room includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. A breakfast buffet is served daily in a room with fresco painted walls. Riva del Garda is a 12-minute drive from Casa Alla Lega, while Trento is 35 km away. Verona Airport is 84 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Hotel Laurin, housed in a beautiful Art Nouveau style villa from the early 20th century, is located just 5 minutes’ walk from Salo town centre on Lake Garda. With spectacular lake views, Hotel Laurin offers a large outdoor swimming pool and the renowned Magnolia restaurant, as well as extras like free WiFi internet access and free private parking with electric charging station. Perfectly situated for your stay on Lake Garda, you can easily explore Salo’s sights from the Laurin and the hotel is also close to public transport, with boats and buses leaving from nearby. A large variety of outdoor activities including water sports, mountain biking and walking can be carried out here and as a guest at the Laurin you will also enjoy special discounts at nearby golf clubs.Show full description
This is the most beautiful and elegant boutique hotel in Lake Garda.
Bed and Breakfast.Trendy. Featuring a sun terrace with a hot tub overlooking Garda Lake, Antico Borgo B&B con SPA in Manerba del Garda is set in a medieval farmhouse with a courtyard, free WiFi access and bicycle rental services. Guests here stay in air-conditioned rooms with views. Rooms at the Antico Borgo are furnished with a TV and a seating area. They also include a minibar and a private bathroom with a shower. A continental breakfast is served every morning on site. You can sit out in the tranquil courtyard or relax in the property’s library. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking. From the bed and breakfast, it is 7.8 km to Terme di Sirmione – Catullo. Verona Airport is a 40-minute drive away (46 km).Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy. Great value. Popular among couples. Featuring garden views and a garden, B&B La Dimora Del Garda provides accommodation ideally situated in Sirmione, within a short distance of Mistral Beach, Lido Galeazzi Beach and Brema Sirmione Beach. It is situated 1 km from Terme Sirmione - Virgilio and offers bicycle parking. Free private parking is available and the bed and breakfast also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Sirmione Castle is 3 km from B&B La Dimora Del Garda, while Grottoes of Catullus is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Verona Airport, 29 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lovely property. Great value. Set in Caprino Veronese, 25 km from Gardaland and 29 km from Castello di Avio, CORTE CAIAR Bed&Breakfast offers air conditioning. This bed and breakfast has a saltwater pool, a garden and free private parking. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet and a hair dryer in each unit, along with free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, the units include bed linen and towels. Terme Sirmione - Virgilio is 35 km from the bed and breakfast, while Castelvecchio Museum is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Verona Airport, 33 km from CORTE CAIAR Bed&Breakfast.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great views. Set in beautiful green grounds which slope down towards the lakeside, Hotel Villa del Sogno offers fin-de-siecle charm, excellent services and of course, spectacular views across Lake Garda. This elegant villa is surrounded by well-tended gardens and lake-view terraces. Villa del Sogno dates back to the turn of the twentieth century and still offers exclusive accommodation. Rooms and suites are beautifully furnished, coming with modern comforts and lovely views. Villa del Sogno's parkland is also home to a tennis court and a panoramic outdoor pool, as well as a neoclassical temple. The services available at Villa del Sogno make exploring the lake easy. You can also rent cars and boats here, with and without drivers. In the evening enjoy excellent cuisine by candlelight at Villa del Sogno's terrace restaurant, the Maximilian. Special events are held once a week on the terrace or in the American bar depending on the season. The hotel also has a pool bar and an all-day lunch is available.Show full description
Villa Del Sogno is a charming and luxurious hotel with a great hillside location overlooking a beautiful lake. It has a spa, outdoor pool, two restaurants, and a gym. The hotel is surrounded by a beautiful park, creating a romantic atmosphere.
Boutique hotel.Great bar. Popular among couples. Set in a quiet lakeside location, EALA My Lakeside Dream - Adults Friendly offers an infinity pool, rooms overlooking Lake Garda, and a free shuttle service to Limone sul Garda centre. All rooms at EALA My Lakeside Dream - Adults Friendly are air conditioned and come with a mini fridge and TV with satellite channels. The features a wellness centre, a garden and a private beach.The hotel is located in a panoramic position 1.5 km from Limone sul Garda. The centre can be reached by the free shuttle or by a pleasant walk along the lakeside promenade.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great bar. Popular among couples. Just a 10-minute drive from Lake Garda, this completely restored Venetian villa of the 16th century offers an outdoor swimming pool with hydromassage area. With free WiFi, rooms are elegant and classically styled. All rooms at Villa Cordevigo & Spa come with antique furniture and décor, including either wood-beamed ceilings or elegant rugs. They feature Clarins bathroom amenities, a flat-screen TV and overlook the surrounding vineyards or gardens. The restaurant specialises in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines, along with Veneto specialities and its own wines from the Vigneti Villabella winery. Meals can be served the elegant Michelin-starred Oseleta Restaurant or on the outdoor terrace. Guests of Villa Cordevigo can experience traditional wine tastings, or book wine-therapy treatments at the on-site spa. Free bicycles are available, to explore this 100-hectares estate of vineyards and olive groves. Offering free parking, the property is a 5-minute drive from a bus stop linking with Verona and Lake Garda. The A22 Motorway can be reached by car in less than 10 minutes.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Offering an outdoor pool and buffet restaurant, Zeno Suites is located in San Zeno di Montagna. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Fitted with furnished terraces and an underground heating system, suites at comes with a seating area featuring a 40-inch satellite flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and coffee and tea making facilities. Each has a private bathroom complete with bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Zeno Suites you will find an airport shuttle, a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered include a vending machine. The property offers free parking. The bed and breakfast is 2.8 km from Jungle Adventure Park. Villafranca Airport is 30 km away.Show full description
Country House.Charming. Great location. New country-style decor, wooden ceilings and an LCD TV are standard in all rooms at Relais San Michele. The property features a 500 m² garden, and is 10 km from Lake Garda. The colourful rooms are air conditioned and come with a wrought-iron bed. They offer garden views, and include a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries. San Michele’s terrace overlooks the Biffis Channel and is furnished with tables and chairs. During nice weather, breakfast can be served here. The San Michele Relais is 20 minutes' drive from Gardaland Amusement Park. Located in a quiet area, it is 1.8 km from the A22 Motorway. The surrounding area is ideal for trekking and cycling.Show full description
This is likely the most charming, cool and creative country house in Lake Garda. It also has A GREAT LOCATION. WOW!
Bed and Breakfast.Elegant. Located on the hills of Cavaion Veronese and surrounded by 4,000 m² of private parkland, Agriturismo B&B Le Casette sul Garda features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. Guests can relax on the sun loungers by the outdoor pool. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms feature garden view. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Agriturismo B&B Le Casette sul Garda features free WiFi . Breakfast is served every morning in the breakfast room or outside under the olive trees. Homemade and natural products are offered. Verona is 26 km from Agriturismo B&B Le Casette sul Garda, while Lake Garda is 8 km away. Verona Airport is a 25-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Resort Casino di Caccia is surrounded by a large garden with pool, in the Veneto countryside, a 20-minute drive from Lake Garda and Verona. Interiors have refined antique objects and furniture. The restaurant serves à la carte menus of local cuisine and classic Italian dishes, mainly based on local tortellini pasta. Located in the small town of Custoza, the property offers a quiet setting ideal for relaxing moments, walks and bike excursions. Your room at Casino di Caccia mixes rustic features with a modern feel. Fitted with wooden furniture and elegant rugs, each room is air conditioned and comes with a sofa and parquet floors. Breakfast includes the American option with eggs and bacon. Verona Villafranca Airport is 9 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great location. Hotel Villa Fiordaliso is in Gardone Riviera and features a lovely garden right on the shores of Lake Garda. It offers a Lombard restaurant and elegant suites with marble bathrooms. The suites at the Fiordaliso all overlook the garden from the balcony. Each has free Wi-Fi and a lounge area with a satellite LCD TV and minibar. Some suites have lake views. Breakfast is served daily in the garden, and includes cappuccino and herbal tea, together with ham, cheese and pastries. The restaurant specialises in national cuisine and was awarded a Michelin star. A bus stop 100 metres from the property connects to Brescia Train Station, 36 km away. The A4 Autostrada Brescia-Pavia motorway is a 25-minute drive away.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most lively boutique hotels in Lake Garda.
Boutique hotel.Great value. Located in a secluded area 5 minutes' walk from Sirmione's historic centre, Villa Cortine has beautiful gardens where you will find a pool, a tennis court and a private pier. Guests enjoy free use of parasols and sun loungers at the beach. Interiors at Villa Cortine Palace Hotel are charming, with marble décor and frescoed walls. Close to Catullus's Villa at the tip of the Sirmione peninsula, at Villa Cortine Palace you will be able to enjoy the same views across Lake Garda as Roman nobles once did. Villa Cortine's 4 hectares of gardens have fountains and statues. In summer, you can sunbathe on the hotel's pier or swim in the lake. You can also order drinks and meals directly by the pool and in summer barbecues are organised on the beach. Rooms come with LCD satellite TV, air conditioning and minibars.Show full description
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