Lungolago C. Battisti 89, Desenzano Del Garda, Italy | (937) 315-4602
One-minute walk from the beach and 10 minutes from the town center
Rooms are serene and comfortable -- some with excellent views of Lake Garda
Restaurant offers excellent Mediterranean food that emphasizes local ingredients
All rooms come with furnished balconies, flat-screen TVs, safes, and minibars
Outdoor pool is well-maintained and has a jetted area
Restaurant serving free breakfast and regional fare
Small gym area that's open around the clock
Business center with printers and meeting room
Free parking in a lot on-site (garage available for a fee)
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property
Tea- and coffee-making facilities only included in suites
No spa on-site
Gym is tiny
The three-and-a-half-pearl, 62-room Villa Rosa Hotel was once a neoclassical private home, and its architectural history and traditional touches are beautifully accented with a serene, modern design. The lakeside property is a one-minute walk from the beach and a 10-minute stroll to the town center, plus a reasonable drive from golfing and other attractions in the area. An outdoor pool, tiny gym, and restaurant serving regionally sourced dishes alongside lake views from its terrace round out the amenities. Pleasant -- if a bit plain -- rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and robes, as well as furnished balconies. Those who want an equally romantic option for a bit less might look into the Hotel Villa Maria.
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Scene
Simple, modern design beautifully sets off antique details.
Looking every bit the neoclassical villa it was in its previous life, the hotel is elegant from the start. However, the overall atmosphere is one of refinement versus formality or opulence -- think warm neutrals and simple design with a few extra touches, like a marble fountain just inside the entrance. The hotel is quiet yet welcoming, and the harmonious blend of clean modern lines with old architecture throughout is beautiful. Gorgeous views of the lake from many rooms and the restaurant terrace are additional attractive features. Given the price point, many couples come here for their honeymoon or wedding, though families and business travelers are occasionally present.
Location
A one-minute walk from the beach and 10-minute walk to the town center
One of the main draws of this property is its proximity to the beach: It's just a one-minute walk from the lakeshore, where there's also a gorgeous promenade for evening strolls. Set off a fairly busy main road, it's also close to Desenzano's town center (a 10-minute walk), where most restaurants and cafes are located. Free bikes are available for guests to get around. Although guests come to Lake Garda for the beaches and water activities, golfing is also a popular activity, and three courses are within a 25-minute drive. Families might enjoy the amusement parks along the lake as well: Gardaland, Movieland Park, and Caneva Aquapark are all near to each other and at most a 35-minute drive from the property. The town's train station is about six minutes away by car, and Verona airport is about 35 minutes away, depending on traffic.
Rooms
Spotless, serene rooms offer balconies -- some with gorgeous views of the lake
The room decor is meant to create a restful space for relaxing, and the serene color palette encourages just that with calm ivories, light browns, and crisp whites. Rooms are spotless and spacious, but the design may be a bit plain for some. Standard Rooms offer partial views of Lake Garda; Superior Rooms overlook the garden and pool, and the highest-category rooms offer pretty full lake views. Each room comes with a furnished balcony. Also standard are minibars, safes, bathrobes, slippers, and flat-screen satellite TVs with several English channels. Suites add coffee- and tea-making facilities. Bathrooms are fairly average in both size and appearance, and they're equipped with shower/tub combos, bidets, hairdryers, and basic toiletries.
Features
An excellent restaurant showcases local and Mediterranean cuisine with regional ingredients.
The on-site Rose & Sapori restaurant's menu consists of both local and Mediterranean cuisine (gluten-free options are available) and it sources its ingredients from the surrounding region -- which makes for excellent food. The formal dining room has layered sage tablecloths and earth tones, while an outdoor terrace offers stunning views of the lake below. A variety of board options are available, but all rates include a well-reviewed continental breakfast. There's also a small modern bar with club-like seating.
The property's outdoor pool is open during the warmer months with plenty of sun loungers and pool towels provided, plus a jetted area. There's also a tiny 24-hour gym on-site with limited equipment. On the downside, there aren't any spa facilities. Wi-Fi is available for free throughout the property. A business center has computers and printers, and a meeting room is available. For guests with cars, there's a free outdoor parking lot. Garage parking is available at an additional cost.
