3-star hotel on the lakefront of Desenzano del Garda, a few steps from the harbor and the historic center, with air-conditioned rooms and some with lake views.
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Hotel Plaza is a 3-star hotel on the shores of Lake Garda, in Desenzano del Garda, with a direct view of the town’s harbor.
The rooms, furnished in a classic style with carpeted floors, are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, free WiFi, minibar and private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; some room types overlook the lake. An Italian buffet breakfast is served every morning from 08:00 to 10:00.
The property is designed for those who want to explore the historic center on foot: the lakefront with its bars and restaurants is less than ten minutes away, the Bus Station is just a short walk, and the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Railway Station can be reached in about ten minutes. Staff can arrange lunches and dinners at restaurants in nearby towns and offer a shuttle service.
Pets are allowed, with a possible surcharge, and a car and bicycle rental service is available for exploring Lake Garda. The hotel is suitable for families, couples and travelers looking for a convenient base near the lake without giving up the services of a city hotel.
The rooms at Hotel Plaza come in four types, designed for stays of two to four people, all with private bathroom, shower, toiletries and flat-screen TV. The Double/Twin Room, at 19 sqm, offers the flexibility of a large double bed or two single beds, while the Triple Room, larger at 25 sqm, combines a double bed and a single bed to accommodate up to three guests.
For those who want to look directly out over the lake, the Double/Twin Room with Lake View is available, furnished with a safe and heating, while the Quadruple Room, at 25 sqm, is the most suitable solution for families or small groups thanks to the bunk bed paired with a large double bed. Each room type keeps the same classic style with carpeted floors, ensuring a good level of comfort across all the solutions offered by the property.
A standard room type of 19 sqm, with the option of choosing between a large double bed or two separate single beds. Featuring a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, it’s the most flexible option for couples or friends traveling together.
At 25 sqm, it’s larger than the standard double and combines a double bed with a single bed, ideal for a small group of three people or a family with one child. A private bathroom with bidet and toiletries complete the amenities.
The same size as the standard double, 19 sqm, but with a direct view over Lake Garda: it’s the only room type with a lake view among the available rooms. A private bathroom with shower and bidet, a safe and heating complete the accommodation.
The room type with the largest capacity, for up to four people, thanks to the bunk bed paired with a large double bed. At 25 sqm it has a private bathroom with shower and bidet, a safe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, making it the most practical choice for larger families.
Hotel Plaza offers a range of services designed to make a stay on the lake easier. The 24-hour front desk ensures check-in and check-out, including private or express options, while the luggage storage is useful for those arriving or departing outside standard check-in times.
On the dining side, there’s a bar with coffee shop, the option to order wine and champagne, and the possibility of requesting breakfast directly in the room. For getting around, the property offers a shuttle service, a tour desk and the possibility of renting a car or arranging bicycle tours and excursions.
General services include an elevator, access for guests with disabilities, laundry and ironing service, and 24-hour security with cameras in common areas. Pets are allowed, with bowls provided, making the hotel a convenient choice for those traveling with a dog or cat.
Hotel Plaza is located in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, on the lakefront overlooking the marina, in a lively stretch of town full of bars, restaurants and spots for an aperitivo with views over Lake Garda. The historic center, with its pedestrian streets and squares facing the water, is less than ten minutes on foot from the property.
Getting around is easy thanks to the proximity to several key points: the Bus Station is just a short walk away, while the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Railway Station, on the Milan-Venice line, can be reached in about ten minutes on foot (800 meters). Verona-Villafranca Airport is about 26 km away, convenient for those arriving by plane from the rest of Italy or abroad. The town’s beaches are also within easy reach: Spiaggetta di Via Lario is about 750 meters away and Spiaggia Desenzanino is less than a kilometer away.
Guests staying here can spend their days visiting Desenzano Castle, about 400 meters away, or head to Sirmione, home to the Scaligero Castle – Rocca Scaligera, about 5 km away, one of the symbols of Lake Garda. In winter, the area is well suited to walks along the lake and visits to nearby historic towns, while in summer the water parks and amusement parks in the area, reachable by car or public transport, become a popular destination for families. Cycling enthusiasts can take advantage of the tours organized by the property to discover the coast and the morainic hinterland.
Reviews particularly praise Hotel Plaza’s location, rated 9.3, and staff availability, at 8.9. Cleanliness, comfort and value for money remain at good levels, while general facilities receive slightly more modest ratings.
Hotel Plaza is located on the lakefront of Desenzano del Garda, facing the harbor, less than ten minutes on foot from the historic center with its bars and restaurants.
Yes, Hotel Plaza accepts pets, although a surcharge may be required, to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Yes, Hotel Plaza includes an Italian buffet breakfast, served every morning from 08:00 to 10:00.
Hotel Plaza does not have private parking reserved for guests of the property.
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Hotel Plaza offers the Double/Twin Room with Lake View, which looks directly out over Lake Garda and is equipped with a safe and heating.
The Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Railway Station is about 800 meters from Hotel Plaza, reachable in about ten minutes on foot.
