Bed and breakfast in the centre of Desenzano del Garda, a few steps from the castle and the lake shore, with air-conditioned rooms and a private garden.
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il Cantuccio is a bed and breakfast in Desenzano del Garda, in Lombardy, just 500 metres from Desenzano Castle and 1.2 km from Desenzanino Beach on Lake Garda.
The property offers two types of double rooms, both air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with courtesy set, hairdryer and bidet, designed for couples’ stays or short city-centre breaks. Guests have access to a shared garden, ideal for a relaxing moment away from the bustle of the lakefront, and can count on free WiFi in all areas.
The location is one of the most appreciated features: couples have rated it 9.1, thanks to the proximity to restaurants, bars and the main historic sights of the town centre. The old harbour, the Desenzano-Sirmione railway station and the town beaches are all within comfortable walking distance, making il Cantuccio a practical base for exploring lower Lake Garda without giving up the peace of a family-run accommodation.
il Cantuccio offers two types of double room, both designed for two people and equipped with a private bathroom with courtesy set, hairdryer and bidet. Both room types feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine, ensuring a practical stay even on the hottest days of the Garda summer.
What sets the two rooms apart are mainly the view and the bathroom details: the Double Room with Private Bathroom, at 14 sqm, overlooks the inner garden and is the only one with a bathtub, as well as an in-room minibar. The Twin Room with Private Bathroom, slightly larger at 15 sqm, is instead equipped with two single beds and a shower, a solution better suited to those travelling without sharing a double bed. Both rooms are non-smoking and located within the same family-run property.
A 14 sqm double room overlooking the inner garden, the only one in the property with a bathtub in addition to a shower. It features a private bathroom with courtesy set and bidet, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee machine: a carefully appointed option for those seeking a couple’s stay right in the town centre.
At 15 sqm, this is the largest room in the property and is configured with two single beds, ideal for those who do not share a double bed. The private bathroom features a shower, bidet and hairdryer; the room is completed by air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine.
il Cantuccio provides guests with a garden with outdoor furniture and a picnic area, perfect for an outdoor meal or a relaxing moment away from the traffic of the town centre. All rooms are air-conditioned and non-smoking, with free WiFi available throughout the property and heating for the colder months.
On the safety front, the property is equipped with fire extinguishers, a smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide detector. Rooms include a coffee machine with a kettle for tea, while wine or champagne can be ordered on request. Private bathrooms are equipped with complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, bidet and a bathtub or shower depending on the room type chosen.
The presence of mosquito screens on the windows and rooms accessible only via stairs on the upper floors are useful details to consider for those travelling with heavy luggage or particular access needs.
il Cantuccio is located in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, a few steps from the Castle that overlooks the historic centre and a short distance from the lakefront with its bars and restaurants. The area is among the most popular in town, with venues such as Roadhouse Restaurant and La Rustica Desenzano about 100 metres from the property, and several bars in the centre reachable in a few minutes on foot.
Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione railway station, useful for those arriving without a car, is about 700 metres away, while Montichiari Airport is 15 km away and Verona-Villafranca Airport is 27 km away. Desenzanino Beach is about 1 km away, and the centre of Sirmione with its Scaliger castle is 6 km away, convenient for a half-day trip.
Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, is the star of the area: in summer it lends itself to walks along the lakefront, swimming at the beach and boat trips, while in autumn and spring it is ideal for visiting the surrounding historic villages. A few kilometres away are the Grottoes of Catullus in Sirmione and the Terme Virgilio, known for thermal treatments with the lake’s sulphurous water, both reachable by car in about 10-15 minutes from the property.
Guests especially praise the warmth of the staff (9.2) and the cleanliness of the rooms (9.3), a sign of attentive management. The central location is also highly appreciated (9.1), while the value for money remains solid with a score of 9.0.
Yes, il Cantuccio is just 400 metres from Desenzano Castle and a short walk from restaurants, bars and the lakefront of the historic centre.
No, il Cantuccio does not allow pets during the stay.
No, the property does not have a dedicated parking service for guests.
Check-in at il Cantuccio is available from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with arrival time to be communicated in advance; check-out takes place from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
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Yes, il Cantuccio offers free WiFi in all rooms and common areas of the property.
Yes, both room types at il Cantuccio feature a private bathroom with courtesy set, hairdryer and bidet.
