Hotel Mayer & Splendid – 4-Star Hotel in Desenzano

Name: Hotel Mayer & Splendid – Wellness and Spa
Address: Piazza Ulisse Papa 10, 25015 Desenzano del Garda, Italy, Desenzano del Garda, Lombardy, IT
Price range: €€€€
Rating: 8.3

Hotel Mayer & Splendid – Wellness and Spa

The Hotel Mayer & Splendid – Wellness and Spa is a 4-star hotel in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, directly overlooking the shores of Lake Garda and just 850 metres from the railway station.

The property offers air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and minibar, many with balcony and lake view; available room types include junior suites and suites with a living area and whirlpool bathtub, alongside economy solutions designed for families and small groups. The in-house wellness centre features an indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath, hammam and a range of massage and body treatments, though access is reserved for guests aged 16 and over.

The location, rated 9.6 by guests, is one of the property’s strongest points: just steps from the pier for boats to Sirmione and other towns on the lake, and 200 metres from a bus stop. It’s a suitable choice for those seeking a stay combining spa relaxation with lakeside village life, whether as a couple or a family.

Hotel Mayer & Splendid – Wellness and Spa

★ 8.3 · Very Good · 872 reviews

Room types

The rooms at the Hotel Mayer & Splendid offer a wide range, from the more compact economy solutions to suites with a separate living area. All are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, many with minibar, and most feature a private balcony directly overlooking Lake Garda; some simpler room types instead face the inner courtyard. Sizes range from 14 square metres for the Economy Double Room to 34 for the Suite with Balcony and Lake View.

Those seeking more space and privacy can choose between the Junior Suite with living area or the Suite, the latter the only room with a whirlpool bathtub. Larger families will find space in the Quadruple Room, available both with lake view and in the attic version with exposed wooden beams, while the Triple and Economy rooms remain the most practical option for short stays or tighter budgets.

Attic Quadruple Room

26 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 large double bed
Max 4 guests
Exposed wooden beams, Air conditioning, Minibar

Attic quadruple room with high ceilings and exposed wooden beams, air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV and minibar. It’s one of the few room types to offer this distinctive sloped roof, ideal for families or small groups.

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Double Room with Balcony and Lake View

23 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Minibar

Double room with private balcony overlooking Lake Garda, air-conditioned and with satellite TV and minibar. It’s the most compact of the lake-view options, designed for couples’ stays.

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Triple Room with Balcony and Lake View

26 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Minibar

Triple room with balcony and lake view, slightly larger than the double version and fitted with an additional single bed, suited to stays for three guests.

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Quadruple Room with Balcony and Lake View

29 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 large double bed
Max 4 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Minibar

Quadruple room with balcony overlooking the lake, the largest of the lake-view room types with additional single beds, designed for families who don’t want to give up the view.

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Junior Suite with Balcony and Lake View

29 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Balcony, Lake view, Living area

Junior Suite with separate living area and balcony overlooking Lake Garda, the first of the property’s superior room types, designed for those seeking more space than a standard room.

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Suite with Balcony and Lake View

34 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Whirlpool bathtub, Balcony, Lake view

The most spacious suite in the hotel, with lake-view balcony, living area and the only whirlpool bathtub in the entire property: the ideal choice for a romantic stay.

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Economy Double Room with Twin Beds

14 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Courtyard view, Toiletries, Bidet

The most compact room in the property, facing the inner courtyard, with private bathroom, toiletries and bidet: an economical solution for couples who don’t need a lake view.

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Economy Triple Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Courtyard view, Toiletries, Heating

Economy triple room facing the inner courtyard, larger than the economy double version and fitted with an additional single bed for a third guest.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to sleep just steps from the port of Desenzano and the pier for boats to Sirmione
Yes, if you're interested in an in-house wellness centre with indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and hammam
Yes, if you're travelling with your pet, allowed free of charge with no extra fee
Yes, if you're looking for a room with balcony and direct views of Lake Garda
Yes, if you're a couple: the location was rated 9.6 precisely by guests travelling as a couple

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're travelling with children under 16 and were hoping to use the spa all together
Maybe not, if you're counting on breakfast being included in the price: it's not included here
Maybe not, if you need guaranteed parking without booking in advance, as spaces are limited
Maybe not, if you're looking for extra beds for a fourth guest: the property doesn't offer them

Hotel facilities & services

The Hotel Mayer & Splendid offers guests a full wellness centre, with indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and hammam, along with an extensive range of massages – head, feet, neck, back – and body and facial treatments; access to the spa is reserved for guests aged 16 and over.

In terms of general services, the property offers luggage storage, daily housekeeping, a safe, lift, rooms for guests with disabilities and wheelchair access, along with pet bowls for those travelling with their dog. Bicycle rental is also available for exploring the lakefront, or guests can take part in organised cycling excursions run by the property.

On the dining front, there is an in-house bar with coffee shop and a selection of wine and champagne, with the option of requesting breakfast directly in the room.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Parking
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Spa and wellness centre
Rooms/facilities for guests with disabilities
Family rooms available

General facilities

Indoor pool
Spa and wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Hammam
Massage
Luggage storage
Safe
Lift
Bicycle rental
Wheelchair access
Rooms/facilities for guests with disabilities
Pet bowls
Daily housekeeping
Terrace

Parking

Garage

Food & drink

Bar
On-site coffee shop
Wine/champagne
Breakfast in the room available

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Internet access

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Shower
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hairdryer
Free toiletries
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Toilet paper
Towels
Toilet
Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

The Hotel Mayer & Splendid is located right in the centre of Desenzano del Garda, on Piazza Ulisse Papa, directly on the lakeshore and just steps from the historic harbour from which boats depart for Sirmione, Peschiera and other towns on the lake. The neighbourhood is the lively historic centre, among bars, gelato shops and small restaurants clustered around the lakefront, such as the nearby Bar Mayer just 10 metres away and Imbarcadero Caffè at 50 metres.

The Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione railway station is about 850 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train from Milan or Verona, while Verona-Villafranca Airport is about 26 km away. A bus stop 200 metres away connects directly with Sirmione and Peschiera del Garda. In the immediate surroundings there are also Desenzano Castle, 200 metres away, and the Giardini Marinai d’Italia, 250 metres from the hotel.

In summer, the closest beach, Spiaggia Desenzanino, can be reached in a few minutes on foot (750 metres), while those wanting to venture further can visit the Sirmione Castle – Rocca Scaligera, about 5 km away, or the Grotte di Catullo on the Sirmione promontory. In winter the area remains lively thanks to markets and lakefront strolls, with the hotel’s wellness centre offering a warm refuge on cooler days.

Bar Mayer — Bar right next to the hotel, convenient for a quick breakfast 10 m

Desenzano Castle — Medieval castle in the historic centre, with lake views 200 m

Giardini Marinai d'Italia — Urban park on the lakefront, ideal for a stroll 250 m

Desenzanino Beach — Town beach reachable on foot in a few minutes 750 m

Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Station — Direct rail connections with Milan and Verona 850 m

Sirmione Castle - Rocca Scaligera — Scaligeri fortress on the lake, a much-visited historic landmark 5 km

What guests say about Hotel Mayer & Splendid – Wellness and Spa

8.3

Very Good · 872 reviews

Staff

9

Comfort

8.7

Location

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Facilities

8.2

Value for money

8

Free Wi-Fi

7.6

Guests especially praise the lakeside location (9.6) and the staff (9), with comfort and cleanliness also appreciated. The value for money, while still positive, is the lowest-rated aspect: an overall good compromise for a stay on Lake Garda.