Paponena Holidays
Riva del Garda · Italy

Paponena Holidays

Non-smoking guest house in the historic centre of Riva del Garda, a short walk from the lake and the beaches, ideal for those looking for simple, well-located rooms.

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7.7 Score
36 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Osteria all'Ombra · 10 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Paponena Holidays

Paponena Holidays is a guest house located in the heart of Riva del Garda, a few metres from restaurants, cafés and the MAG Museo Alto Garda, and just 900 metres from Sabbioni Beach on Lake Garda.

The property is entirely non-smoking and offers simple rooms with private bathroom, designed for those looking for a practical and affordable base to explore Alto Garda. The room types available include a double room with independent entrance, a loft apartment with a bedroom and living area with sofa bed, and a single room suited to solo travellers.

General services include free WiFi throughout the property, heating, lockers and the option of private check-in and check-out. The central location, rated 9.4 by guests, allows guests to reach historic restaurants such as Osteria all’Ombra and La Montanara on foot, as well as several parks and the lakeside promenade. It’s a solution suited to those who prioritise proximity to the centre and the lake over traditional hotel services, with a good value for money confirmed by guest reviews.

Paponena Holidays
★ 7.7 · Good · 36 reviews

Plan your stay at Paponena Holidays

Non-smoking guest house in the historic centre of Riva del Garda, a short walk from the lake and the beaches, ideal for those looking for simple, well-located rooms.

Room types

Paponena Holidays offers three types of accommodation designed for different needs: from the double room with independent entrance and soundproofed walls, to the loft apartment with separate bedroom and living area with sofa bed, to the more compact single room suited to solo travellers. All rooms have a private bathroom and are located in an entirely non-smoking property.

Common amenities include a flat-screen TV, heating and a tea and coffee set in the room, as well as free WiFi available throughout the property. The loft apartment stands out for its larger capacity, up to four people, thanks to the combination of an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed in the living area, while the double room offers a private entrance and a view of a quiet street. A versatile choice for families, couples or solo travellers.

Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Paponena Holidays
Double Room with External Private Bathroom
Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private entrance, Soundproofing, Tea and coffee set

A room with private entrance and soundproofed walls, designed for couples who want extra privacy. It has a private bathroom with shower and bidet, a tea and coffee set, wardrobe, heating and flat-screen TV, with a view of a quiet street in the historic centre.

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Loft Apartment with 1 Bedroom — Paponena Holidays
Loft Apartment with 1 Bedroom
Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Separate living area, Distinct rooms, Private bathroom

The largest accommodation in the property, arranged over two distinct areas: a bedroom with an extra-large double bed and a separate living area with a sofa bed. Ideal for families or small groups needing more space and separate zones for sleeping and daytime living.

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Single Room with External Private Bathroom — Paponena Holidays
Single Room with External Private Bathroom
Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Private bathroom, Heating, Wardrobe

The most compact room at Paponena Holidays, designed for solo travellers. Featuring a private bathroom and the same comforts as the other rooms, it offers a simple and functional space at a more affordable price than the rooms for two or more guests.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want to stay in the historic centre of Riva del Garda, just steps from restaurants and the lake.
  • Yes, if you're looking for an affordable solution with a private bathroom in every room.
  • Yes, if you're travelling as a couple or solo and appreciate simple, functional spaces.
  • Yes, if you need reliable free WiFi during your stay.
  • Yes, if you're a large family interested in the Loft Apartment with separate living area.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're travelling with pets, as they are not allowed at the property.
  • Maybe not, if you're looking for private parking included, as it's not available at this property.
  • Maybe not, if you want breakfast included in your stay, as this service is not offered here.
  • Maybe not, if you want to organise parties or events, which are expressly not allowed by the property.

Hotel facilities & services

Paponena Holidays is an entirely non-smoking property that focuses on essential and functional services for a practical stay in the centre of Riva del Garda. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, along with a dedicated internet line for those who need a stable connection during their stay.

General services include lockers for storing personal belongings, the option of private check-in and check-out for greater flexibility in arrival and departure times, heating in all rooms and compliant fire extinguishers. Security is also ensured by closed-circuit cameras positioned outside the property.

The property also has family rooms, designed to accommodate larger groups or families with children, and every room is equipped with a private bathroom. An invoice is available on request for those travelling for work or needing documentation for expense reimbursement.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms available
  • Lockers

General facilities

  • Lockers
  • Private check-in and check-out
  • Invoice available on request
  • Family rooms available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside the property
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom

Location & what to see

Paponena Holidays is located in the heart of the historic centre of Riva del Garda, on Vicolo Passera, a quiet side street just a short walk from the lakeside promenade and the main shopping and dining streets. The area is among the liveliest and most popular in the town, with guests giving the property’s location a score of 9.4.

A few metres from the entrance you’ll find historic restaurants such as Osteria all’Ombra and La Montanara, as well as bars like Kapuziner, all reachable in under a minute on foot. The MAG Museo Alto Garda is about 200 metres away, while Sabbioni Beach on Lake Garda can be reached with a 900-metre walk. Varone Waterfall is about 3.3 km away, Lake Ledro 16 km away, and the centre of Malcesine, with its Scaliger Castle, about 13-14 km away. Verona-Villafranca Airport is about 53 km away.

Riva del Garda is an ideal base for those who love water sports and outdoor activities: in summer the lake offers windsurfing, sailing and water skiing, while the surrounding rock faces, such as those at Passo San Giovanni 5 km away, attract climbers from all over Europe. The surrounding area also has several parks, including Parco dell’Ora and Parco della Pace, suitable for walks and family activities, while in autumn and spring the area is well suited to excursions towards Monte Bondone and the hills of Alto Garda.

Osteria all'Ombra — traditional restaurant just steps from the property's entrance 10 m
MAG Museo Alto Garda — civic museum dedicated to the history and art of the Garda area 200 m
Sabbioni Beach — beach on Lake Garda reachable with a short walk 900 m
Varone Waterfall — natural waterfall that can be visited in a gorge carved into the rock 3.3 km
Scaliger Castle — medieval fortress on the lake in the nearby town of Malcesine 13 km
Lake Ledro — alpine lake surrounded by woods, a destination for hiking and relaxation 16 km

What guests say about Paponena Holidays

7.7
Good · 36 reviews
Staff
8.4
Comfort
8
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
7.7
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
10

Guests especially praise the central location, rated 9.4, and the WiFi, which received the highest score. Cleanliness and staff also receive good ratings, while services and value for money remain at solid but less enthusiastic scores.

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