4-star hotel on Lake Garda in Desenzano, with two pools included, spa available for a fee and air-conditioned rooms, some with lake views, a few steps from the centre.
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Palace Hotel Desenzano is a 4-star hotel overlooking Lake Garda, in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, with two pools included in the stay and a wellness centre available for a fee featuring a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, infrared sauna and salt cave.
The property suits couples and families looking for a comfortable base to explore the lake without giving up some pampering: the panoramic rooftop pool, with salt water and views over Lake Garda, remains open all year round, while the garden pool operates seasonally. The seven room types, from Comfort to Suites with spa access, offer classic furnishings, balconies or terraces, minibars and free WiFi, with some rooms offering lake or garden views.
Public parking nearby is free, while the private on-site parking is by reservation due to limited availability. Breakfast, served from 7:30am to 10:30am, offers continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. The location, a few steps from the lakefront and the restaurants in the centre, is among the aspects most appreciated by guests.
The rooms at Palace Hotel Desenzano share seasonal air conditioning, soundproofing, a minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer, but differ greatly in size and view. Starting from the 24 sqm Comfort rooms, designed for two people and also available with direct spa access, up to the spacious 50 sqm Suite with Spa Access featuring a sofa bed and a large double bed.
Those travelling with family can choose the Family Suite or the Family Room, both designed for three or four guests with extra beds or a sofa bed. The Superior and Junior Suite types add a balcony, a tea and coffee set or a lake view, while some Comfort rooms feature a bathtub and a private patio. The combination of classic furnishings, light-coloured furniture and different views makes the room range quite varied to suit different needs and budgets.
The Family Suite, among the largest in the property at 30 sqm, combines a large double bed and a single bed, ideal for families with one child. It features a balcony or terrace with patio and air conditioning, as well as a dedicated private bathroom.
The Comfort Double Room offers the flexibility to choose between a double bed or two single beds, with a bathtub, a balcony overlooking the garden and a free minibar, in an air-conditioned setting of 24 sqm.
At 35 sqm, the Family Room is among the most spacious and includes a separate seating area with a sofa bed, in addition to the large double bed, ideal for those looking for more living space than the standard rooms.
Identical in size to the standard Comfort room, this version stands out for the included access to the spa centre, as well as satellite TV and a free minibar, designed for those who want to enjoy the Turkish bath and sauna at no extra cost.
Among the 24 sqm rooms, this is the only one with a direct lake view, in addition to the included spa access. Tiled or marble flooring and full soundproofing complete one of the most requested accommodations in the property.
At 50 sqm, this is the largest room in the hotel, with a sleeping area separated from the living area by the sofa bed, a bathroom with shower and bidet, and included access to the wellness centre.
More compact than the Suite but still generous at 43 sqm, the Junior Suite combines a sofa bed and a large double bed, soundproofed walls and a balcony, with spa access included in the rate.
Palace Hotel Desenzano offers two free pools, one in the garden that opens seasonally and one panoramic pool on the top floor with salt water and lake views, open all year round. The wellness centre, available for a fee upon request, includes a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, infrared sauna, salt cave, hot tub and a wide range of massages and beauty treatments.
General services include 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage, laundry and ironing service, a lift and soundproofed or accessible rooms for guests with disabilities. There is also a business centre with a meeting room for those travelling for work.
On the dining front, the hotel offers a snack bar, an in-room minibar, the option of breakfast served in the room, and the possibility of ordering fruit or wine to the room. Parking is available both publicly and for free nearby, as well as privately on-site by reservation.
Palace Hotel Desenzano is located on the lakefront of Desenzano del Garda, in a residential area a few steps from the historic centre and the old harbour, where bars, restaurants and typical shops of the liveliest lakeside town on the Brescia shore of Lake Garda are concentrated.
The property is convenient for guests arriving both by car and by train: the A4 motorway can be reached in about 10 minutes, Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione station is 3.6 km away, while San Martino della Battaglia railway station is 3.2 km away. Verona-Villafranca Airport is about 23 km away, a practical option for those arriving by plane. As for beaches, Rivoltella Beach is 1.1 km away, convenient for a swim in Lake Garda without going too far from the hotel.
Guests staying here have easy access to some of the best-known attractions in southern Lake Garda: Desenzano Castle is 3.6 km away, while the Scaliger Castle in Sirmione, overlooking the lake, is about 4.1 km away. The Caves of Catullus, a Roman archaeological site, are 5 km away. In summer the area is lively with beach life and lakefront walks, while in winter it remains pleasant for excursions to the castles and visits to the Sirmione thermal baths, particularly appreciated in the cooler season. For nature lovers, Sigurtà Garden Park is about 16 km away, an ideal destination for a day trip in spring or summer.
Guests especially reward comfort and cleanliness, both above 9, followed by staff and services which are equally appreciated. Value for money remains good but slightly more modest, while the location, rated 8.5, particularly wins over couples travelling together.
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No, Palace Hotel Desenzano does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Palace Hotel Desenzano includes breakfast, served from 7:30am to 10:30am with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and American buffet options.
Yes, free public parking is available nearby Palace Hotel Desenzano, while private on-site parking is by reservation due to limited availability.
Palace Hotel Desenzano has two free pools: one in the garden, open seasonally, and one panoramic pool on the top floor with salt water and lake views, open all year round.
Access to the spa centre at Palace Hotel Desenzano is included only in rooms marked with &SPA; for other room types, wellness treatments are available for a fee upon request.
Palace Hotel Desenzano is located directly on the Desenzano lakefront, a few steps from the shores of Lake Garda and Rivoltella Beach, about 1.1 km away.
