Pros
- Breakfast included
- Thermal and saline pools
- Updated spa with wide array of services
- Bucolic countryside setting
- Free afternoon tea and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- Accommodating of gluten-free guests
Cons
- Fee to access thermal waters
- Wi-Fi may be spotty in rooms
- Some rooms on the small side
- Smaller rooms may be dark and look onto loading dock
- Slightly chintzy room decor
Bottom Line
This quiet resort and spa in Sirmione’s romantic Sirmio peninsula in Lake Garda provides a peaceful retreat and jumping-off point for exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside. Rooms are on the small side, and some have remarked that the decor could use an update, even seeming unfinished in some spots. However, many have commented favorably on the relaxed country charm to the aesthetic and service, the pleasures of walking into the nearby town center, and the excellence of the on-site dining options.
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Amenities
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pets Allowed
- Pool
Scene
Quiet country resort appeals to families and couples
Set among lemon trees and bougainvillea bushes, this quiet resort draws a mix of families and couples seeking a bucolic respite and point of departure to the surrounding historic attractions and dramatic landscape. An eclectic mix of marble floors, leather settees, recessed lighting, and colorful floor vases populate an overall airy lobby. The aesthetic here is slightly kitschy contemporary design. A small lobby bar contributes to the relaxed atmosphere. Some guests have noted that locals sometimes come to use the pool, and that there is an overall familial, if occasionally lax, attitude towards this practice.
Location
On the peninsular outcropping of Sirmio, more than an hour away from Venice by car
The closest train stops are Peschiera and Desenzano, both of which are within an hour’s reach of Venice, with the stations offering bus service that runs to Sirmione. Taxis also run from Peschiera and Desenzano to Sirmione as well. Olivi Spa is situated just outside the town center, an easy seven minute stroll away, which also gives guests access to the boat service that circulates on Lake Garda and stops in nearby towns.
Rooms
Rooms on the small side with dated country accents
The rooms at Hotel Olivi have a chalet-like feel, with minimal furnishings and light-wood floors. They are also outfitted with slightly chintzy touches, including the occasional carved wood armoire in pastel colors and country floral fabrics. Hand-distressed wall paint is one of a few other details that contribute to a slightly unfinished feel to the decor. Many guests have remarked that the beds are comfortable, though on the firm side, and that the rooms are small and lack storage space. Pricier rooms have hot drink facilities. Towel service is limited in rooms as well as at the pools.
Features
Well-reviewed on-site dining options, several pools, and a modern spa
The venue offers an indoor saline pool as well as an outdoor thermal water pool, accessible for a fee. While there’s plenty of space to relax poolside, with shaded areas to sit and read outdoors, some guests may find the unpadded lounge chairs hard for their tastes. A cozy, modern spa with soft lighting and updated service rooms offers a more consistent and calming decor than the rest of the hotel. There are three on-site restaurants, two open during summer and the other available year round.
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Scene
Quiet country resort appeals to families and couples
Set among lemon trees and bougainvillea bushes, this quiet resort draws a mix of families and couples seeking a bucolic respite and point of departure to the surrounding historic attractions and dramatic landscape. An eclectic mix of marble floors, leather settees, recessed lighting, and colorful floor vases populate an overall airy lobby. The aesthetic here is slightly kitschy contemporary design. A small lobby bar contributes to the relaxed atmosphere. Some guests have noted that locals sometimes come to use the pool, and that there is an overall familial, if occasionally lax, attitude towards this practice.
Location
On the peninsular outcropping of Sirmio, more than an hour away from Venice by car
The closest train stops are Peschiera and Desenzano, both of which are within an hour’s reach of Venice, with the stations offering bus service that runs to Sirmione. Taxis also run from Peschiera and Desenzano to Sirmione as well. Olivi Spa is situated just outside the town center, an easy seven minute stroll away, which also gives guests access to the boat service that circulates on Lake Garda and stops in nearby towns.
Rooms
Rooms on the small side with dated country accents
The rooms at Hotel Olivi have a chalet-like feel, with minimal furnishings and light-wood floors. They are also outfitted with slightly chintzy touches, including the occasional carved wood armoire in pastel colors and country floral fabrics. Hand-distressed wall paint is one of a few other details that contribute to a slightly unfinished feel to the decor. Many guests have remarked that the beds are comfortable, though on the firm side, and that the rooms are small and lack storage space. Pricier rooms have hot drink facilities. Towel service is limited in rooms as well as at the pools.
Features
Well-reviewed on-site dining options, several pools, and a modern spa
The venue offers an indoor saline pool as well as an outdoor thermal water pool, accessible for a fee. While there’s plenty of space to relax poolside, with shaded areas to sit and read outdoors, some guests may find the unpadded lounge chairs hard for their tastes. A cozy, modern spa with soft lighting and updated service rooms offers a more consistent and calming decor than the rest of the hotel. There are three on-site restaurants, two open during summer and the other available year round.
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Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Airport Transportation
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Business Center
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Dry Cleaning
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Free Breakfast
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Internet
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Jacuzzi
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Kids Allowed
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pets Allowed
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Pool
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Poolside Drink Service
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Swim-Up Bar
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