A short walk from Lake Garda, Hotel Dogana pairs an 18th-century building with an outdoor pool, a restaurant serving lake cuisine, and air-conditioned rooms designed for families and couples.
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Hotel Dogana is a 3-star property in Lugana di Sirmione, on Lake Garda, housed in a building dating back to the 18th century that today combines historic charm with modern comforts. The location is just 200 metres from the lakeshore and about a 10-minute drive from the centre of Sirmione, in an area appreciated for its cycling paths and water sports.
The rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV and a private bathroom with shower; available room types include single, double, triple and family options, some with bunk beds for those travelling with children. Breakfast is a generous buffet including continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Outside, a solarium terrace with a bar open until late sits alongside the pool, surrounded by umbrellas and sun loungers. The restaurant serves local traditional dishes, from homemade pasta to lake fish, while a separate pizzeria with an outdoor terrace completes the dining offer. The 24-hour reception organises boat trips and wine tastings at local vineyards, making Hotel Dogana a practical base for those who want to enjoy Lake Garda in a relaxed way.
The rooms at Hotel Dogana share a common set of comforts: air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV, a private bathroom with shower and a toiletry set with hairdryer, all within renovated spaces featuring classic and modern furnishings in soft tones. The range covers different needs, from the Single Room designed for solo travellers to family solutions and triples suited to larger groups.
Room sizes range from 13 sqm for the Single to 21 sqm for the Superior Double/Twin, which stands out for its attic-style spaces and, in some cases, a balcony. The Family and Economy Quadruple rooms feature a bunk bed to accommodate up to four people, while the Triples combine a single bed with a French double bed. Several room types also offer exclusive use of a private pool, a detail that further enriches the stay.
A renovated room with classic and modern furnishings in soft tones, featuring air conditioning and satellite TV. The private bathroom with shower includes a toiletry set and hairdryer, and the bed configuration is flexible between a double bed and two single beds.
The most compact room in the property, designed for solo travellers. It features a bathroom that is spacious relative to the room size, with shower, toiletry set and hairdryer, plus air conditioning and satellite TV.
The largest of the doubles, with attic-style spaces and, in some cases, a balcony. The spacious bathroom is fitted with a magnifying mirror and an electric kettle, a plus not found in the other standard room types.
A compact solution with a French double bed and classic and modern furnishings in soft colours. The spacious bathroom is equipped with a shower, toiletry set and hairdryer, ideal for a couple looking for an essential room.
Designed for families, it combines a double bed with a bunk bed to accommodate up to four people. Distinctive features include exclusive use of a private pool and a bathroom with bidet, plus a tea and coffee kettle.
A triple configuration combining a single bed and a French double bed, suited to small groups or families with one child. It includes access to a private pool and a bathroom with bidet and toiletry set.
Compared to the Standard Triple, it offers a few extra square metres with the same bed configuration, while keeping access to the private pool and a bathroom with bidet and hairdryer.
The largest quadruple in the economy range, with a bunk bed and a large double bed to accommodate larger families. Private bathroom with bidet and shower, plus access to the pool reserved for guests.
Hotel Dogana offers a private pool with outdoor furniture, a solarium terrace and umbrellas with sun loungers, as well as a garden and a bicycle rental service for those who want to explore the area’s cycling paths. Activities on offer include bike tours and excursions, themed evenings, cooking classes and even karaoke, keeping the stay lively even for those who don’t venture far from the property.
On the practical side, the reception offers express or private check-in and check-out, concierge service, luggage storage and a tour desk, while rooms and common areas are looked after with daily housekeeping, laundry and ironing services. The property has a lift, rooms for guests with disabilities and an airport shuttle on request.
For meals, in addition to the main restaurant, there is a coffee shop, a snack bar, in-room breakfast and menus for special diets. Pets are welcome and dedicated bowls are also provided, while parking and WiFi are free for all guests.
Hotel Dogana is located in the hamlet of Lugana di Sirmione, on the southern shore of Lake Garda, just 200 metres from the water. The area is residential and quiet, dotted with Lugana DOC vineyards and small restaurants and bars, yet only a few minutes from Sirmione and its historic centre overlooking the lake.
Sirmione’s town centre and the Rocca Scaligera are about 4.4 km away, while the nearest beaches, such as Punta Grò Beach, are just 400 metres away. The restaurant Il Circo del Gusto is practically next door (10 metres), and Pizzabar Lugana Beach is 250 metres away. For those arriving by train, San Martino della Battaglia station is 3.6 km away, while Verona-Villafranca Airport can be reached in about 19 km.
In summer, the area is ideal for water sports on the lake and for cycling along Lake Garda’s bike paths, as well as boat trips and wine tastings at local vineyards. Nearby, visitors can explore the Grottoes of Catullus, about 5 km away, or the Sigurtà Garden Park, 13 km away, while history lovers will find several sites linked to the Battle of Solferino and San Martino, such as the San Martino della Battaglia Tower, 4.4 km away. In winter the area becomes quieter, ideal for walks along the lake and visits to nearby villages without the summer crowds.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.4, and the free WiFi at 9.3, a sign of attentive service and reliable connections. Cleanliness and comfort also score well, while location and value for money, both at 8.6, confirm a balanced and well-appreciated stay overall.
Yes, Hotel Dogana is located just 200 metres from the shore of Lake Garda, in the hamlet of Lugana di Sirmione, and about a 10-minute drive from the historic centre of Sirmione.
Yes, Hotel Dogana allows pets on request, with a possible extra charge for the guest; the property also provides dedicated pet bowls.
Yes, Hotel Dogana includes breakfast, served as a buffet with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Yes, Hotel Dogana offers free private parking directly on site.
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Yes, Hotel Dogana has an outdoor pool with a solarium terrace, umbrellas and sun loungers, and some rooms offer access to a private pool for exclusive use.
Yes, Hotel Dogana offers family, triple and quadruple rooms with bunk beds, suitable for families with children up to four people per room.
