Lake Garda is one of the most beautiful spots in Europe. It’s a long, narrow body of glittering water framed by dolomites and neat rows of vines, littered with elegant resort towns designed for centuries of well-heeled holidaymakers. From ancient Roman writers to modern European royalty, poets and artists have extolled its beauty. Today, families, couples, foodies and sun-seekers flock here to spend a lazy summer in the hotels with the best view of Lake Garda’s shoreline.
The most famous Lake Garda hotels offer state-of-the-art spas, luxurious rooms and suites with lake or mountain views and other special touches. You’ll find everything from grand Renaissance palazzos to a contemporary resort that’s designed to feel like a private country house.
Classic hotels include the Villa Cortine Palace, an exquisitely restored 30s-style retreat that’s a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Its emerald-green gardens, neoclassical statues and frescoes are a perfect match for its serene, hilltop setting. You’ll be able to enjoy the spa’s top-of-the-line treatments and therapeutic programmes that address everything from sleep problems to bad posture.
Other Lake Garda hotels have a more minimalist style. Hotel Locanda del Benaco is the antidote to the grand old residences that dominate this part of northern Italy’s lake district. Its sleek rooms are furnished with details such as partition screens, futon-style beds and perfectly positioned lamps. Guests can also relax in the spa, take in the lake or mountains from the hotel’s large balcony or follow the lakeside promenade into Limone sul Garda’s town centre. garda hotel lake garda