B&B Il Paiolo
Desenzano del Garda · Italy

B&B Il Paiolo

A cozy bed and breakfast in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, a short walk from the castle and the lakefront, with private terraces and a shared garden.

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9.3 Score
78 Reviews
12:00 Check-in
Nearby Desenzano Castle · 350 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00
Breakfast Italian

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B&B Il Paiolo

B&B Il Paiolo is a family-run property in the center of Desenzano del Garda, just 350 meters from the town’s castle and a few hundred meters from the lake.

The rooms, furnished in a simple and elegant style, feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet and hairdryer; each room has access to a terrace and overlooks the property’s garden. Guests also have equipment for a self-service breakfast, with a coffee machine, electric kettle, toaster and minibar in the room.

Guests can enjoy an Italian breakfast in the morning, walk through the alleys of the historic center, or take up cycling in the surrounding area, thanks to the proximity of paths and lakefront routes. The central location makes Il Paiolo a convenient base both for those arriving by train, thanks to the station 500 meters away, and for those wanting to reach Sirmione and its thermal baths in a day trip. The inner garden offers a quiet spot to relax away from the traffic of the center, while free on-street parking makes arriving by car easier.

B&B Il Paiolo
★ 9.3 · Excellent · 78 reviews

Plan your stay at B&B Il Paiolo

A cozy bed and breakfast in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, a short walk from the castle and the lakefront, with private terraces and a shared garden.

Room types

B&B Il Paiolo offers two room types, both furnished in a simple and elegant style, with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, private bathroom and access to a shared terrace overlooking the garden. Each room has a coffee machine, electric kettle, toaster, refrigerator and minibar, so guests can independently prepare small meals or their morning breakfast.

The Double Room, at 17 sqm, is designed for two people and does not allow extra beds, making it ideal for a couple looking for a cozy space. The Triple Room, larger at 23 sqm, can accommodate up to three people thanks to a single bed paired with the double bed, and is the only one with a bathtub with hydromassage; upon request it can also host an extra bed, making it suitable for small groups or families with one child.

Double Room — B&B Il Paiolo
Double Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view, Terrace, Coffee machine

The Double Room is the coziest room in the property, with 17 sqm furnished in a simple and elegant style. It features air conditioning, an LCD TV and access to a shared terrace with garden view. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet and hairdryer. Extra beds are not available, making it the ideal choice for those seeking a space designed specifically for two people.

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Triple Room — B&B Il Paiolo
Triple Room
23 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Hydromassage bathtub, Terrace, Garden view

Larger than the Double Room, the Triple Room measures 23 sqm and can accommodate up to three people. It is the only room in the property with an en-suite bathroom featuring a bathtub with hydromassage, in addition to air conditioning, LCD TV and access to a shared terrace. Upon request, an extra bed can be added, making it also suitable for families with a child.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're looking for accommodation just steps from Desenzano Castle and the historic center, 350 meters from the property.
  • Yes, if you're traveling without a car: the train station is just 500 meters from the B&B.
  • Yes, if you appreciate a private terrace and garden view in the room, available in both room types.
  • Yes, if you're traveling with your pet, allowed upon request with a possible extra charge.
  • Yes, if you're traveling as a couple: the location received a score of 9.6 specifically for couple travel.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're looking for an extra bed in a double room: the Double Room does not allow this.
  • Maybe not, if you're under 18 and traveling without an adult, as this is the minimum age required for check-in.
  • Maybe not, if you rely on a very fast WiFi connection: it is the lowest score among the reviewed categories (7.5).
  • Maybe not, if you plan to hold parties or events in the room: the property does not allow this and observes quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.

Hotel facilities & services

B&B Il Paiolo offers guests free parking and WiFi throughout the property, as well as a garden with a picnic area, outdoor furniture and an outdoor dining area to relax in between excursions. The rooms are air-conditioned and non-smoking, with the possibility of requesting family-friendly accommodations.

Each room has a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet and hairdryer, as well as a refrigerator, minibar, coffee machine, electric kettle and toaster for independently managing small meals. The flat-screen TV and internet connection complete the rooms’ technological features.

General services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, the availability of books and materials for children, and access via personal keys. Pets are allowed upon request, with a possible extra charge, while on-street parking and the private garden make the property convenient for those traveling by car or wishing to explore the surrounding area by bicycle.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • View

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Cycling excursions
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Family rooms available
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Key access
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Heating

Parking

  • On-street parking

Food & drink

  • Minibar
  • Kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Garden view
  • View
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Location & what to see

B&B Il Paiolo is located in the historic center of Desenzano del Garda, a short walk from Desenzano Castle, just 350 meters away, and from the public gardens overlooking the lake. The area is among the liveliest in town, with pedestrian alleys, bars and restaurants that enliven summer evenings along the small harbor.

For those arriving without a car, the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione train station is just 500 meters away, convenient for reaching Milan or Verona by train; Montichiari airport is about 15 km away, while Verona-Villafranca airport is 27 km away. Desenzanino beach can be reached in a few minutes on foot, about 1.1 km away, and nearby there are several dining options, such as Forneria Gozzi at 200 meters and the Grande Shanghai restaurant at 150 meters.

Desenzano is an excellent base for exploring the lower Lake Garda area: Sirmione, with its Rocca Scaligera castle and the Grottoes of Catullus, is about 6 km away and is an ideal destination for a half-day trip, perhaps combined with a stop at the local thermal baths. In summer the lakefront is perfect for cycling and swimming, while in winter the historic center offers a quieter atmosphere, ideal for visiting historic monuments such as the Monument to the Resistance or the Gardens of the Sailors of Italy, both less than a kilometer from the property.

Desenzano Castle — Medieval castle in the heart of the historic center, with lake views 350 m
Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Station — Fast train connections to Milan and Verona 500 m
Forneria Gozzi — Traditional bakery for breakfasts and quick snacks 200 m
Desenzanino Beach — Free public beach on the lake, ideal for an afternoon swim 1.1 km
Sirmione Castle - Rocca Scaligera — Scaliger fortress surrounded by water, among the most photographed on Lake Garda 6 km
Grottoes of Catullus — Remains of a Roman villa in a panoramic position on the tip of Sirmione 6 km

What guests say about B&B Il Paiolo

9.3
Excellent · 78 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free Wi-Fi
7.5

Guests especially praise the impeccable cleanliness and the staff’s helpfulness, with scores close to the maximum. The room comfort and central location are also highly appreciated, while the value for money, though solid, is the criterion with the smallest room for growth.

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Rated 9.3 by 78 guests. Check live availability before it fills up.

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