4-star hotel in the historic centre of Mantua, a few steps from Piazza delle Erbe, with air-conditioned rooms, suites with terrace and dedicated room service.
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The Grand Hotel San Lorenzo is a 4-star hotel located in the heart of Mantua, just 20 metres from the Rotonda di San Lorenzo and a few steps from Piazza delle Erbe. The property caters to both leisure and business travellers, offering a 24-hour front desk, room service, airport transfers and a car rental service.
The rooms, ranging from the King Deluxe Room to suites with terrace and whirlpool tub, are all air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with satellite flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee machine and private bathroom with toiletries. Several room types offer a balcony, patio or city view, while the larger options, designed for families, feature connecting rooms or separate living areas.
In the morning, guests can choose between continental, Italian, American or buffet breakfast, with vegetarian and gluten-free options. The central location makes it possible to reach Palazzo Ducale, Mantua Cathedral and the city’s main restaurants on foot, making the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo a convenient base for exploring Mantua, its historic palaces and the surrounding lake shores.
The Grand Hotel San Lorenzo offers several room types, from the 12 sqm Deluxe Single Room to the 45 sqm family suites with two separate bedrooms. All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as satellite flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee machine or tea and coffee making facilities.
The main differences relate to space and views: some rooms have a city view, others add a balcony, patio or terrace, while the King Suite with Whirlpool Tub is the only one that also offers a private sauna. Families can choose between the Family Junior Suite, with two connecting rooms, and the Family Suite, with a separate living area and an additional sofa bed, ideal for those travelling in groups or with children.
Entry-level 25 sqm double room with city view, air-conditioned and soundproofed. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, while the room also features a minibar and coffee machine.
35 sqm suite with a separate living area, patio and a private terrace overlooking the city, one of the few rooms with this outdoor space. Soundproofed and air-conditioned, it offers satellite TV, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
45 sqm accommodation made up of two connecting rooms and two bathrooms, designed for families or groups of up to 4 people. The bed configuration is flexible, with a choice of double or single beds.
45 sqm suite with two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms with shower, both with private ensuite access. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it offers a city view and tea and coffee making facilities.
The only suite in the property with a whirlpool tub and private sauna, spread across a living area, separate bedroom and two bathrooms. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, with city view and terrace.
35 sqm suite with a living area, a separate bedroom with two double beds and an additional sofa bed, for a total of three sleeping spaces. Bathroom with shower and toiletries.
The most compact double room in the property, a 16 sqm air-conditioned and soundproofed room with private bathroom, shower, bidet and toiletries, plus minibar and city view.
25 sqm room designed for business travellers, with access to the property’s fitness centre and a flexible bed configuration between a double bed and two single beds. Private bathroom with shower and toiletries.
The Grand Hotel San Lorenzo offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage and private check-in and check-out, as well as a shuttle service and the option to rent a car or bicycle directly at the hotel. Business travellers can rely on a business centre, meeting and banquet facilities and a fitness centre with a personal trainer.
The rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, with parquet flooring, a safe and an iron available on request; several room types are designed for families or guests with specific needs, with allergy-free rooms available. For dining, guests can rely on an on-site coffee shop, a bar with minibar and the option to have breakfast delivered to the room. Parking is available in a garage, convenient for guests arriving by car in the historic centre of Mantua.
The Grand Hotel San Lorenzo is located right in the historic centre of Mantua, just 20 metres from the Rotonda di San Lorenzo and about 50 metres from Piazza delle Erbe, in the heart of the area recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with Sabbioneta. The city, surrounded by Lake Mezzo, Lake Superiore and Lake Inferiore, offers views of the water just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. Around the property there is a succession of coffee shops, ice cream parlours and restaurants such as Libenter and Materiaprima, while bars like Caffè Mirò and Serendipity are just steps from the entrance.
For those arriving by train, Mantua Railway Station is about 850 metres away, comfortably reachable on foot in around ten minutes. By car, Verona-Villafranca Airport is about 25 km away, while Parma Airport is about 52 km away; both connect Mantua with the main cities of northern Italy. The central location also makes it easy to get around by bicycle, thanks to the free bike rental offered by the property.
A few minutes’ walk away are the city’s main monuments: Palazzo Ducale and Mantua Cathedral are about 300-350 metres away, while Palazzo Te, famous for Giulio Romano’s frescoes, can be reached in about 1.3 km. For nature lovers, the Bosco della Fontana Nature Reserve is about 6 km away and is an ideal destination for walks and bike rides, especially in the spring and summer months. In winter, the historic centre, with its squares and arcades, remains a pleasure to explore on foot at a leisurely pace, and the shores of the lakes surrounding Mantua offer routes suitable for the whole family.
Reviews particularly praise the location, rated 9.8, and the staff, with a score of 9.3. Cleanliness and room comfort are also highly appreciated, above 9. Value for money remains the lowest score, 8.6, but the overall rating of 8.8 confirms an experience described by guests as fabulous.
Yes, the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo is located just 20 metres from the Rotonda di San Lorenzo and about 50 metres from Piazza delle Erbe, in the heart of Mantua’s historic centre.
No, the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo offers a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, American, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
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Yes, the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo offers the Family Junior Suite and the Family Suite, both featuring connecting rooms or a separate living area to accommodate up to 4 people.
Yes, the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo has private parking in a garage at the property.
From the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo you can walk to Palazzo Ducale and Mantua Cathedral, both about 300-350 metres away, and to Palazzo Te in around 15 minutes on foot.
