Family-run hotel on the lakefront of Gardone Riviera, among century-old olive groves and blooming gardens, with lake-view suites, buffet breakfast and free private parking.
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Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments is a 4-star hotel in Gardone Riviera, overlooking Lake Garda and surrounded by six hectares of olive groves and blooming gardens. Run by the Cipani family since 1961, the non-smoking hotel suits couples and families looking for a stay with attention to detail, featuring hand-painted ceilings and elegant furnishings reminiscent of the classic style of the Riviera dei Limoni.
Rooms and apartments are air-conditioned and equipped with a balcony or terrace, many with views of the lake or garden; some options include a kitchenette or full kitchen, ideal for extended stays. Buffet breakfast is served every morning on the panoramic terrace, while the garden features a giant outdoor chessboard for relaxing moments.
Private parking is free and WiFi is included throughout the property. The location on the lakefront of Gardone Riviera allows guests to reach restaurants, the Vittoriale degli Italiani and the beaches on foot, making the hotel a well-established reference point for visitors to the Brescia side of Lake Garda.
The room selection at Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments includes classic rooms, suites and apartments spread between the main building and the annex, ranging from 30 to 80 square metres. All options are air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and minibar; many overlook the lake or garden with a balcony, terrace or private patio.
The larger suites feature a separate living area with a sofa bed, while the apartments have a kitchenette or fully equipped kitchen for those seeking more independence. The standard and superior double rooms, more compact, still come with every essential comfort, with garden or lake views depending on the type chosen.
Suite with hand-painted ceilings and elegant furnishings, featuring a private terrace with lake view and a bathtub in the bathroom. A kitchenette is available on request for an extra fee, for those wanting more independence during their stay.
Apartment with a separate bedroom and a full kitchenette, designed for families or longer stays. The private balcony offers views of the lake and the pool, setting it apart from the suites without a kitchen.
Among the largest suites in the property, with a patio and private terrace overlooking the lake, a hydromassage shower and an extra-large double bed. A kitchenette is available on request for those wanting more independence.
Hand-decorated double room on the ground floor, among the most compact options in the hotel. Overlooking the coastal road, it still offers a lake view appreciated by those seeking simplicity and convenience.
The most spacious of the classic rooms, designed for large families, with two large double beds and the possibility of two extra beds. Lake view and satellite TV complete one of the largest room sizes available.
Located in the annex, this deluxe suite has a separate living room and bedroom, with a garden view instead of the lake and a living area designed for those seeking more space without giving up the privacy of the annex.
The largest of all room types, with 80 square metres split across two separate bedrooms in the annex: a unique option in the property for groups or families needing more rooms.
Suite with a separate living room and private balcony overlooking the lake and the pool, distinguished from other suites of the same size by the combination of double views and a sofa bed for extra guests.
Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments offers free private parking with an electric vehicle charging station, free WiFi throughout the property and air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms, including options designed for families and guests with disabilities.
General facilities include a garden, sun terrace, bicycle rental, walking and cycling tours, laundry and ironing service, luggage storage, safe and lift. There is also a concierge service ready to suggest restaurants and itineraries around Lake Garda.
On the dining side, guests can enjoy a coffee shop, bar with minibar, snack bar, wine and champagne, as well as the option of breakfast served directly in the room upon request.
The hotel is located along Corso Zanardelli, the historic promenade of Gardone Riviera that follows the perimeter of Lake Garda, in one of the most sought-after areas of the town, among Art Nouveau villas, century-old olive groves and the botanical gardens that made this side of the lake famous as the Riviera dei Limoni. The property faces directly onto the water, just a short walk from the old town and the small harbour, in a quiet setting close to the main points of interest.
The Vittoriale degli Italiani, the museum-house of Gabriele D’Annunzio, is about 1 km away and is one of the most visited cultural destinations on Lake Garda. The Acqua Pazza nature park is 600 metres away, while the Riolet and Il Giglio restaurants are 450 and 500 metres away respectively, convenient for dinner without needing a car. By car, Verona-Villafranca Airport is about 34 km away and Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport is 66 km away; La Romantica beach can be reached in about 6 km, and Baia delle Sirene in 9.5 km.
In summer the lake is ideal for swimming, sailing and walks in the botanical gardens, while the hilly hinterland of the Alto Garda Bresciano Park, about 7 km away, offers hiking trails among olive trees and woods, even in the shoulder seasons. In winter, a visit to the Vittoriale and its historic rooms remains one of the most popular activities, along with walks along the lakefront towards Salò and Fasano del Garda. For those seeking more active pursuits, the Due Pini Municipal Pool is about 5.6 km away and the Rocca di Manerba Archaeological Park is 7.8 km away, both reachable in a few minutes by car.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.9, and the room comfort, 9.7: attentive and personal service that comes through in almost every review. Cleanliness and location are also highly appreciated, both above 9.3, while the value for money, though solid at 9.1, remains the relatively lower score.
No, Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments offers free private parking, with an electric vehicle charging station.
Yes, Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments includes a buffet breakfast served every morning on the panoramic terrace.
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No, Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments is located along Corso Zanardelli, just a few minutes’ walk from the centre and the Vittoriale degli Italiani, about 1 km away.
Many rooms and suites at Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments offer views of Lake Garda, often with a private balcony or terrace.
No, Hotel Villa Florida & Suite Apartments does not require a minimum age for check-in.
