Beautiful Hotel, amazing views, great food and service. I noticed the owner personally helping…read moreguests. Huge breakfast selection.

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We just returned from nearly a month in Italy which meant staying in multiple hotels, agriturismo…read morefarms, B&Bs and a medieval town. Hands down, we would put Locanda San Vigilio at the top of our favorite places to stay AND eat. The hotel has been in the same family for over 500 years, always a hotel and if our experience is evidence of the hospitality, always wonderful. The location could not be better as it is perched on a point, surrounded by water on three sides, on Lake Garda. Beautiful. The service is impeccable. We were greeted by the current owner/manager who welcomed us in the parking lot and escorted us to reception where all details were handled with efficiency and a smile. It made no difference who we encountered the interaction was always friendly. Imagine the best meal you have ever enjoyed, now double it. That was our experience in the restaurant. They have set my new standard for pasta, there is no way to describe how delicate my ravioli was, sublime. When we left I felt like we were leaving family behind. I would return in a heartbeat.

Over the years I have stayed at this hotel many, many times. The family and staff are friendly and…read morewill help you out if you need something. They are very accommodating to odd check in/check out hours and offer a standard Italian breakfast (simple) with fresh pastries. Ask for a room on the top floor as they are quieter - not so much from outside noise (the motorcycles and mopeds can always be heard), but from the late night antics of other patrons that will happen from time to time. Hey, Parma is a romantic city! There is typical Italian parking in front of and behind the hotel (= tiny places), but I always had plenty of room to maneuver a 5 series bimmer. The Venetian chandeliers are very beautiful making this a nice, small boutique hotel from which to base your business or tourist trip.

From the owner: Ideally located and at a short distance from motorway, railway station, airport, and exhibition…read morearea, the elegant liberty style Villa Verdi praises a central position and a private parking, where you may leave the car to comfortably walk to Hospital, University, as well as all main touristic attractions in the historical city centre. At the adjacent modern San Rocco Restaurant, in what used to be the old stables, you may taste the typical parmesan cuisine, and enjoy dinner in the outside gazebo in the warmer season.

If your considering booking this place and the price is right-- DO IT. This was the best hotel…read moreexperience I've ever had. Here's our story... My wife and I suffered from a tire explosion on the highway (without a spare!) while en route to Venice for her 30th birthday. Due to some complications with the rental agency, we were stranded without a place to go. We thought our Italy trip was ruined. Everything changed when we found this place. Christian, the late night front desk man, spoke fluent English and made us feel at ease. He booked us the last room available, poured us a glass of wine and welcomed us to our room. Our eyes lit up as we walked through the immaculate hotel with patios, gardens, and the pleasant sound of birds chirping. This happened just before midnight and I could not have felt more welcome. The bed was incredibly comfortable, the room was spacious and the bathrooms came equipped with a shower and tub. The wifi is super fast and the breakfast is AMAZING and hands down the best and most options of any hotel breakfast I've ever had. All included! Luckily for us the rental agency picked up the tab but knowing what we know now-- I would not hesitate for a second to book a room here. We stayed in #54 which I believe was a suite. Right near the train station, rooftop patio with a lake view and the friendliest staff you could possibly imagine. I love this place.

If you love 5-star service, you should definitely stay at this hotel. The staff is amazing and…read moretheir free breakfast is the best I have ever had! My husband and I stayed here for two nights unexpectedly. We were on our honeymoon AND it happened to be my 30th birthday. On our way to Croatia, our rental car's tire blew out. Long story short, we were stranded all day and I was getting pretty bummed that my birthday plans were going to be ruined (I was turning 30 at midnight). For some reason before we arrived at this hotel everyone we dealt with had been confusingly mean to us. By the time we arrived at Piccola Vela, I was in tears. Usually, I never stay at hotels without Yelp reviews, but I had a feeling about this place... and I'm so glad to stay my intuition was right. Piccola Vela was supposed to be booked up due to an event, but by some divine grace, one guest never showed and a room became available. Piccola Vela and its staff saved my birthday experience. This is the kind of hotel where everyone knows your name and goes out of their way to make sure you're accommodated. The breakfast was huge and the food was so delicious. They had everything you could hope for in a breakfast and more... The scrambled eggs were probably the best I've ever had, there was fresh fruit, muesli, pastries, all kinds of coffee / cappucinos / teas, a huge selection of very high-quality honey... I could seriously go on and on. They brought out nuts and crackers while we lounged by the pool and brought a cheese and olive plate when we ordered wine. The alcohol was surprisingly cheap for this caliber hotel. We never ordered dinner, but from what we saw and heard, their restaurant is also amazing. The atmosphere is also awesome. It seemed as though there were all these little nooks to hang out in everywhere you go. Last but not least, the man who helped us was probably my favorite person in Italy. If you stay here, get to know Christian. You will be glad you did. :-)

Lovely little hotel perfectly located near the train station. I wasn't expecting this hotel to be…read moreas nice as it was, so I was pleasantly surprised! The staff were very kind and helpful, the room was clean, and the wifi worked excellent! I'd definitely stay here again if I ever returned to Rovereto!

I desperately needed a couple of rest days after traveling and working all over Europe for a month…read more Accidentally ended up here, but what a happy accident. Very friendly and helpful staff, very nice restaurant, large and deluxe room with a huge bathroom, lots of hot water, lots of towels, very comfortable bed... All in a beautiful building right in the center of town with a great patio. Exactly what I needed. Low key and all about comfort. I enthusiastically recommend.

The service is impeccable! Fantastic spa, a lake beach close by with warm lake water swimming,…read moreruins, and a castle in Sirmione to explore. I highly recommend htel Olivi. There are so many gluten free options on the menu my daughter and i ate here exclusively during our stay. The staff are trained to perfection. The spa is wonderful and we had massages and waxing, as well as spent most of a day in the thermal pool, delightful steam and sauna etc. We are celiac and cannot eat gluten. This is my new favorite summer vacation spot! We will return next year certainly.

Hotel / spa is located on the northern side of Sirmione, close to Grotte di Catullo and far away…read morefrom the city noise. Everything is pretty much as advertised and/or expected: lake view room actually has the lake view, beds are pretty good (on the firmer side), breakfast is also good, in the evening the on-premises restaurant serves robust if uninspiring dinner. I did not try the spa. Some logistics: 1) To reach the hotel, you will have to drive through a maze of very narrow and winding streets, this course is gated with the guard checking your name against the hotel guest list. While driving, few times you will wish that you car is smaller and shorter; a good navigator will come especially handy, as some streets are one-way or impassable for cars - but not clearly marked as such. Red/green traffic lights mark the (short) one-way passages, at night the lights blink yellow allowing to cautiously proceed. Getting out of the hotel in a car will take up to 15 minutes to the nearest major road, depending on the tourist crowds that share the streets with you, and will not be possible at all during the daytime on weekends. Couple this with the limited parking at the hotel and the choice of walking becomes very enticing. 2) At the breakfast time, be assertive with the waiters in order to get your coffee/tea in a reasonable amount of time.

Beautiful place! Got here really late due to the hotel we're supposed to be staying at having an…read moreant infestation and they are amazing!! For starters it's literally right next to lake Garda and is in every way stunning! The guy helping us was so sweet and welcoming and took us directly to our room. The room has a stair case and has 3 beds. The bathroom is upstairs and even has our own balcony. I really wish we can stay here because it's gorgeous 100% recommend!!!

Villa Cortine is a breathtaking place. It's a must stay if you are visiting Lake Garda. You have…read moreto drive through a small town with narrow streets to get to the property, but from the moment they open the gates to the Villa you feel like you got transported to an ancient Roman garden. The Villa itself looks historical and surreal. The property is very big and will take your breath away-beautiful flowers, lash grass, old trees-all surrounded by old little buildings, structures, ponds and statues. The location is perfect- right on the lake with it's own jetty and beach. The hotel has several bars and restaurants. We tried them all and both the decor and the food were absolutely the best. The complimentary breakfast buffet had the true five star selection-berries and tropical fruit, large selection of honey, cheeses, yoghurt and dozens of freshly baked pastries; not to mention the delicious coffee. The lunches and dinners were expectedly pricey but also very delicious. The room overlooked the lake and you could also see the Sirmion Castle towers. The customer service was top notch. The private parking was very convenient and they provided shuttle service into town or throughout the property. We will definitely be back.

Ah Villa Cortine. Without a doubt one of the best hotels in the entire of Italy (Well Lake Garda at…read moreleast) Nestled right at the tip of Sirmione overlooking the lake is the picturesque historical and unforgettable Villa Cortine. It is most likely my favorite hotel in the entire world. Luxurious and reminiscent of times past, the Villa Cortine will sweep you off your feet with it's romantic gardens and waterfalls, precious buildings and beautiful rooms. None others compare to this. The decor is beyond breathtaking with painstakingly created murals, authentic roman statues and gilded chairs. The piano player is delightful and everything about this hotel will make you feel like a participant in a fairy tale. Their breakfast buffets are also amazing. The hungry kitten says: Do not forget to feed the little birds at breakfast, they will hop onto your table and sing to you!