Gardone Riviera

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Gardone Riviera featuring outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Gardone Riviera featuring a bay or harbor
Gardone Riviera showing a bay or harbor and flowers
Gardone Riviera featuring a bay or harbor and wildflowers
Gardone Riviera featuring a statue or sculpture, a garden and wildflowers

Revel in the abounding natural beauty of Lake Garda at this pretty little waterside town, which is today an understated and tranquil holiday resort.

Gardone Riviera occupies one of the most idyllic spots on the largest lake in Italy, Lake Garda. Walk along the sunny promenade where brightly colored flowerbeds, benches with a view and quaint cafés are perfect for relaxing on summer afternoons. The town’s central location also makes it the perfect jumping-off point for further exploration around the lake and rolling countryside.

In addition to leafy piazzas, an abundance of excellent restaurants serving hearty Italian cuisine and mouth-watering ice cream parlors, Gardone Riviera has much more to keep you entertained. Explore the lovely Gardone Sopra, the historic center, where you will find a maze of buildings, steps and leafy courtyards.

The town’s most famous attraction is undoubtedly Il Vittoriale degli Italiani, a grand building and monument to the eccentric poet Gabriele d’Annunzio. The fantastic building is a swirl of monuments and statues, art and quirky personal possessions. Embark on a guided tour of the house and discover the weird and extravagant items and architecture associated with one of Italy’s best-known figures.

The area’s other top attraction is the Heller Botanic Garden, a stunning garden founded by Arthur Hruska in 1910 and today run by the Andre Heller Foundation. Wander amid the bright blooms and see a wide range of plants and shimmering water features. Look for the works of modern art dotted throughout the space as well.

Be sure to visit a couple of the lakeside villas, such as the 16th-century Villa Fiordaliso, where Mussolini’s mistress stayed, or the Villa Alba, a great example of striking Greek architecture. Today Villa Alba serves as the city’s convention center.

Gardone Riviera is located on the western shore of Lake Garda, making it easy to visit other nearby towns and villages by boat. Hop on one of the many ferryboats or pleasure cruises and spend a day exploring the picturesque villages that dot the shore. Buses also run from Brescia, which has an international airport.

Grand Hotel Fasano

Grand Hotel Fasano

5 out of 5
Corso Giuseppe Zanardelli 190, Gardone Riviera, BS
The price is RM2,242 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
RM2,242
RM2,499 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gardone Riviera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Museo Il Divino Infante and Vittoriale ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel, excellent staff and a fantastic location. The spa is the best i have experienced."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Grand Hotel Fasano
Grand Hotel Gardone Riviera

Grand Hotel Gardone Riviera

4 out of 5
Corso Zanardelli, 84, Gardone Riviera, BS
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Gardone Riviera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"This hotel is truly grand and very old. I understand it has been purchased and will be renovated. It is gorgeous and right on the lake, with lake access, jacuzzi and pool. The food is excellent."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel Gardone Riviera
Eden Reserve Hotel

Eden Reserve Hotel

5 out of 5
Via Ronciglio 51a, Gardone Riviera, BS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,917 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM1,917
RM2,142 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gardone Riviera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Vittoriale degli Italiani and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"It was a great stay, the staff went above and beyond. The restautant is 5 stars also!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Eden Reserve Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Domina Borgo degli Ulivi - Lake Garda

Domina Borgo degli Ulivi - Lake Garda

4 out of 5
Via Panoramica 8, Gardone Riviera, BS
Stay at this 4-star residence in Gardone Riviera. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Museo Il Divino Infante and Vittoriale ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (72 reviews)
"Property is in amazing location and it had kitchen which was useful for family trip. Swimming pool was amazing in hot weather ."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Domina Borgo degli Ulivi - Lake Garda
June Stay Lake Garda

June Stay Lake Garda

Via Gardesana, 56, Brenzone sul Garda, VR
Stay at this aparthotel in Brenzone sul Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Malcesine-Monte Baldo Cableway ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"The reception was so kind, we loved the lake terrace view and the pool. They no longer charge for pool chairs, as I had read previously in reviews - thankfully!! I was surprised to find that I would have to pay extra to have clean towels or service. I opted not to."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

June Stay Lake Garda
Residenza Miralago

Residenza Miralago

2 out of 5
Tommaso dal Molin, 27, Desenzano del Garda, BS
Book a stay at this beach residence in Desenzano del Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Scaliger Castle and Port ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (50 reviews)
"Apartment was generally acceptable but noise from other apartments was an issue."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Residenza Miralago
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Gardone Riviera

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Steven

Everyone should visit this place x

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Smart, relaxed, upmarket area to dine and take in the atmosphere at very reasonable prices.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Busy road by hotel buses where unreliable restaurant similar but good lovely setting

5/5 - Excellent

Keith

A great location for a relaxing holiday with some good restaurants to offer options.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Anyone on a B&B basis can eat evening meal euro 55 for 3 course meal . There is a superb Thai/Italian along the promenade about 2 minutes walk from the hotel a lot cheaper and more quality/quantity including drink cost euro 65 euro for 2 .

5/5 - Excellent

Ellie

I'd recommend a holiday in Lake Garda. A truly stunning location which is exceptional!!!!