Small, charming San Felice Del Benaco is certainly worthy of its name, which comes from the Latin for ‘pleasant harbour’. It is one of Lake Garda’s smaller harbours, so there’s not a huge range of accommodation. However in addition to beautifully converted villas, accommodation options include a number of traditional waterfront hotels, a collection of B&Bs and pensiones, and a small chalet hotel, which is just outside town.

San Felice Del Benaco is a good choice for families, or anyone who wants to enjoy watersports, and for cyclists, who’re bound to appreciate the trail which runs thorough town to Portese and Cisano. The town's community puts together a busy schedule of activities during the summer months too, beyond the regular Wednesday produce markets.

The harbour is definitely one of the town’s main appeals, and many of the best places to stay in San Felice Del Benaco line up beside it. The town also has a Baroque church, complete with 18th century frescoes; a ruined castle, complete with a graveyard and a tower; and a couple of very beautiful palazzos. It is also one of the closest centres for visits to Isola del Garda, Lake Garda’s largest island, and a place of rich Italian gardens, and a luxurious palace.

The Best Places to Stay in San Felice Del Benaco

For Tranquil Views

• The Hotel Sogno is an intimate choice in a peaceful, waterside position along a small stretch of private beach. The terrace restaurant built on top of the lake shore is fantastic too! But it offers more than just peace and lake access. Inside, its 18 rooms and suites are spacious and light, individually decorated with contemporary style. The suites have private balconies. There’s also an elegant garden with a pool, tennis courts, and a spa.

Prefer a Self-catering Apartment or villa?

• Sometimes a villa or apartment is the best option if you're travelling in a larger group, so if you decide that you'd prefer a self catering option, check out our online booking partner, booking.com for some inspiration.

Travel Information

• San Felice Del Benaco is on western shore of Lake Garda, about mid-way down, so positioned between several international airports: Brescia-Montichiari is closest, around half an hour by car, or an hour by public transport. Verona-Villafranca is about 50 minutes drive, or an hour and a half by public transport, and Milan’s Linate, Malpensa and Bergamo Airports are about an hour and 20 minutes away by car, or two and a half by public transport.
• If you want to hire a car — which we strongly advise if you’re staying on Lake Garda — we recommend you visit our online partner, Rentalcars.
• San Felice Del Benaco, and all of Lake Garda, is very popular in the summer, so if you plan to visit at this time of year you’d be advised to book your hotel/s and restaurants early. San Felice Del Benaco is charming well into autumn and winter too, and spring is also very beautiful, so it’s more about what sort of holiday you’re planning. May and June are a good compromise if you’re still hoping for warmth and sunshine, with temperatures reaching about 25°C.

Still not sure where to stay?

• You could expand your search to include all the best places to stay on Lake Garda
• Consider including other local centres in your search like Salò, which is just down the road, or Gardone Riviera, just a touch further to the north, Gargnano, just a bit further on, or even Garda or Torri del Benaco, directly across the lake
• You could also consider refining your search by the kind of accommodation you’re looking for, be it the best hotels with a view on Lake Garda, the best family hotels on Lake Garda or the  best hotels on Lake Garda for foodies
• Or you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.