Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort

This four-pearl hotel is surrounded by expansive, idyllic green grounds with manicured lawns, lush trees, ponds, and even wildlife such as ducks. Benches and paths allow guests to relax in this serene environment. The lobby is large and bright, thanks to ceilings and walls outlined in fiber optics and illuminated rectangular columns adorned with artistic sepia-colored photographs. With chic velour orange and brown couches and armchairs, the lobby has a minimalist vibe accented by modern and artistic touches. Like the lobby, the bar features back-lit, old-fashioned photographs adorning its facade. Sleek, modern orange sofas and white chairs offer seating in front of a wall of windows filling the space with natural light and offering views of the outdoor wooden patio, where minimalist chairs and tables are shaded by umbrellas. The dining room has a more formal and elegant atmosphere, with white tablecloth-clad tables paired with mint-green chairs, matching drapes framing windows, classy chandeliers, and floral arrangements. With a wealth of diverse amenities and spacious rooms, the property attracts both families and couples aiming to relax. 

This resort is located on the northern side of Lake Garda in a quiet area a little outside of the town of Riva del Garda. There’s a few shops and restaurants in the immediate vicinity, but a diverse selection and attractions like the Rocca fortress can be found within a 15-minute walk. Pini Beach is a five-minute walk from the hotel, as are nearby hiking and biking trails on the surrounding mountains. A bus stops right across the street from the hotel, but the nearest train station in Mori is about a 20-minute drive. The city of Trento can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. It takes about an hour by car to reach Verona Airport. 

The hotel offers rooms, suites, and bungalows, all featuring furnished balconies or terraces overlooking the surrounding grounds. Decor varies from modern and up-to-date to slightly worn and dated; some rooms have warm brown color schemes, while others feature classic white and blue hues. Wooden floors or carpets in a Swiss-dot pattern, beds with crisp white bedding, and contemporary wooden furniture give a classic backdrop. Walls usually have nothing more than a small token art piece, and many of these spaces lack the final layer of polish expected of an upscale property.

All rooms include flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, air-conditioning, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. Note that air-conditioning is only available in the summer. Suites tend to have separate living rooms and sometimes multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Both Bungalows and Suites are equipped with kitchenettes with microwaves, sinks, two-burner stoves, and dishwashers. Some Suites have the added luxury of a hot tub and cardio machine on a private patio. Like the rooms, bathrooms vary in style, though most have tan tiles, bidets, toiletries, heated towel racks, and hairdryers (though some are dated). Shower/tub combos are most common, though some have separate showers and tubs.

All the expected amenities of an upscale resort are on offer here. Guests can treat themselves to body treatments and massages in the on-site spa, which is also equipped with saunas, steam rooms, showers, and a hot tub. The modern gym is large and offers an array of equipment and aerobics classes. There are two outdoor pools -- one that’s more suited for laps and the other for relaxing. Children’s wading pools and a connected hot tub are extra perks. Other outdoor amenities include tennis courts, a sailing club, and a boat dock on the lake. A kids’ club offers activities six days a week, plus there’s a playground on the surrounding grounds. 

Restaurant Du Parc is the hotel's main restaurant and serves a free breakfast buffet (not included in Bungalow rates), as well as dinner in the evenings. For a trendier dining experience, Molo44 Lounge & Bistrot serves lunch and dinner either indoors or outside, and transforms into a piano bar in the evenings. Capannina pool bar and restaurant is open in the summer, as is the Roof Garden where guests staying in suites can have breakfast while enjoying lovely panoramic views of the lush grounds.

Business facilities include six fully equipped meeting rooms, a public computer in the lobby, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Free parking is available on-site. Dogs are welcome.