A luxury relais set in four hectares of gardens on the tip of the Sirmione peninsula, with a pool, private pier and views of Lake Garda.
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Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux is a 5-star hotel located on the tip of the Sirmione peninsula, a few minutes’ walk from the historic centre and close to the Grotto of Catullus, on Lake Garda.
The property occupies a four-hectare park with fountains, centuries-old statues and a private pier, where in summer guests can sunbathe or take a swim in the lake. The pool is surrounded by an extensive garden, and guests who wish can order meals and drinks directly poolside; beach barbecues are also organised in season. The interiors retain the charm of the historic villa, with marble and frescoed walls accompanying the common areas.
The rooms, ranging from Superior to suites with lake views, are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV, a minibar and a fully fitted private bathroom; some offer balconies or terraces overlooking Lake Garda. Available services include a tennis court, bicycle rental, concierge service and childcare assistance, making the property suitable both for romantic stays and for families seeking high comfort in a historic lakeside setting.
The rooms at Villa Cortine Palace range widely, from the Superior with lake view of 28 sqm up to the suites of 60 sqm with a separate sitting area. All room types feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee machine and a fully equipped private bathroom, with an extra-large double bed as a common feature. The careful finishes and fine materials echo the style of the historic villa that houses the hotel.
Depending on the room type chosen, the view, size and layout vary: some rooms look directly onto the lake, others onto the garden, while the Junior Suites and Suites offer private balconies or terraces and a larger living area. The Suite with Lake View and the one with Garden View share the same very open 60 sqm layout, but differ in their outlook; the Deluxe rooms, more compact, are still equipped with a balcony overlooking Lake Garda.
A spacious and elegant room, among the most compact in the property, with a view over the villa’s gardens. Equipped with a TV with satellite channels, air conditioning and a fully fitted private bathroom.
Compared to the Superior, this room gains 12 sqm and a large private terrace with views of Lake Garda and Sirmione’s historic centre. Air conditioning, TV and a private bathroom complete the furnishings.
Junior suite with a balcony overlooking the garden and a partial lake view, enriched by a cosy sitting area separate from the sleeping area, ideal for longer stays.
Open-plan suite with garden view, among the largest in the property: it includes an elegant sitting area with TV separate from the main bedroom.
Identical in size to the Suite with Garden View, but with a partial lake outlook: the same open layout with a separate sitting area, a spacious bedroom and a fully fitted bathroom.
A compact double room with a private balcony overlooking the lake directly, one of the most affordable options in terms of space but with one of the most direct views of Lake Garda.
Air-conditioned double room with garden view, featuring a dining area, bathrobes and a complimentary toiletry set; the private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and hairdryer.
Villa Cortine Palace offers an outdoor pool surrounded by the historic park, a tennis court with equipment available, and bicycle rental for exploring the Sirmione peninsula. The private pier and beach umbrellas with sun loungers are included, while the concierge service and private check-in accompany guests throughout their stay.
On the dining side, a restaurant, a bar, room service and the option of breakfast in the room are available, along with a minibar in every room and menus for special diets on request. Free parking also includes a valet service.
General services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry and ironing service, babysitting service and children’s meals, as well as rooms and facilities accessible to guests with disabilities. The property is also pet-friendly on request, with bowls and beds provided for animals.
Villa Cortine Palace occupies a secluded position on the tip of the Sirmione peninsula, on Lake Garda, within a private park that separates it from the tourist traffic of the historic centre while remaining just a 5-minute walk away. Nearby are the Parco della Rimembranza and several beaches, including Lido delle Bionde Beach 150 metres away and Sirmione Public Beach 200 metres away.
The historic centre with the Scaligero Castle, the 13th-century fortress that is a symbol of Sirmione, is about 500 metres away, while the Grotto of Catullus, the remains of a Roman villa with views over the lake, is 550 metres away. For those arriving by train, the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and San Martino della Battaglia stations are about 6 km away. Nearby, within a few minutes’ walk, are also restaurants such as Bon Ton Bistrot, 30 metres away, and Il Girasole, 200 metres away.
The area is suited to both summer and spring stays: in high season you can swim in the lake, practise water sports or visit Desenzano, with its medieval castle about 6 km away, while in low season walks along the lake and a visit to Sirmione Castle remain pleasant at any time of year.
Reviews particularly reward the location, rated 9.8, and the comfort of the rooms, rated 9.9. Cleanliness and staff also receive very high scores. Value for money remains the lowest point, though still solid, at 9.0.
Yes, Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux is particularly appreciated by couples, who have rated its location 9.8 for a trip for two, thanks to the private park and the exclusive pier on the lake.
Yes, Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux accepts small pets on request, with a supplement; pets are not allowed in dining areas or by the pool.
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Yes, Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux has an outdoor pool surrounded by the villa’s garden, with the option to order meals and drinks directly poolside.
Yes, Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux offers free private parking, along with a valet service.
Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux is about a 5-minute walk from Sirmione’s historic centre and about 500 metres from the Scaligero Castle.
Yes, Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux offers free beach umbrellas and sun loungers as well as a private pier usable from mid-May to mid-September.
