The 10 Best Family Hotels on Lake Garda

Spectacular Lake Garda once had a reputation for being exclusive, but today it’s an extremely welcoming destination, and an extremely popular one with kids - what with the beaches, the watersports, the theme parks and the easily-sold food! And some of the best family hotels on Lake Garda offer all of these things without you having to leave the grounds…

Lake GardaWilly B via Flickr

Though of course you will want to! Lake Garda is probably the most developed of the Italian Lakes, with plenty to keep everyone happy. Active families might like to horse-ride, windsurf, sail, mountain bike, canoe or hike, while lovers of culture will appreciate the beautiful castles. And the beautiful clean water will appeal to everyone. Plus it’s simply spectacular. Our Guru’s list of the 10 best family hotels on Lake Garda has been refined by best views, best for active families and beat value. But there’s plenty of cross over between them.

Lake GardaSpencer Wright via Flickr

The 10 Best Family Hotels on Lake Garda

For a room with a view

Villa Pioppi

  • Also in Sirmione, the Villa Pioppi is an elegant, seven room villa set within two hectares of beautiful parkland, with a swimming pool, a sun terrace and a private beach. The rooms are large, and some have lake views and private balconies. And they also offer a babysitting service.

For Active Families

Hotel Bellerive

  • Right on the shore in Salò, the Hotel Bellerive is a charming mid-sized hotel with 46 large, stylish rooms plus an outdoor pool, a fantastic Italian concept restaurant, and sailing and golfing opportunities nearby.
  • Salò also has the Hotel Laurin, a stunning hotel with 30 rooms and suites, also right on the shores of Lake Garda. Converted from an elegant 20th Century villa, guests can expect parquet floors, frescoes and Art Nouveau furniture. There’s also a lovely pool in shady gardens and an excellent restaurant.
  • For families looking to experience the great outdoors as well as the watersports the lake has to offer, try Tenuta Le Sorgive, a beautifully restored 19th-century farmhouse on an organic agriturismo farm. Simple traditional rooms come with continental breakfast. Explore the orchards and vineyards or head out on a pony trek through the surrounding hills. A wonderful spot to re-engage with mother nature.
  • Or try the Bella Riva in Gardone Riviera, a beautifully positioned hotel with 23 contemporary rooms and suites. an excellent restaurant and bar and a very nice pool. Plus the hotel has great watersports facilities.

For a villa stay

  • The Vivere Suites are a sleek collection of ground floor suites with private gardens and kitchenettes in Arco, close to Lake Garda. The decor is contemporary, and there's an excellent spa and pool, and they offer yoga and cycle hire, and there are great restaurants close by. A great spot for total relaxation.

For great value

Osteria Antico Brolo

  • The Osteria Antico Brolo in Gardone Riviera is a gorgeous restaurant with four chic, all-white rooms and suites you can stay in. Private and comfortable, and very good value, with rooms starting from around £60 per night.
  • The Locanda Agli Angeli is a similar offering, a charming restaurant with nine romantic rooms - some with four-poster beds. The decor is simple, think whitewashed walls and exposed beams. And there’s a small pool. Rooms start from around £70 per night.
  • Or there’s the Garni Gianmartin in Limone, is a seven room B&B on the main square, just minutes from the beach. The rooms are simple and comfortable and the suites have their own private terraces with lovely views. The breakfasts are hearty, and the rooms, with breakfasts, start from around £70 per night.

Still not sure which of our Guru’s recommendations for the 10 best family hotels on Lake Garda might be perfect for you?

The 10 Best Family Hotels on Lake Garda

The 10 Best Family Hotels on Lake Garda

Tenuta Le Sorgive
Tenuta Le Sorgive

Lake Garda (Solferino)

A beautifully restored 19th-century farmhouse on an organic agriturismo farm. Simple traditional rooms come with continental breakfast. Explore the orchards and vineyards or head out on a pony trek through the surrounding hills. A wonderful spot to re-engage with mother nature.

  • Families - This is truly a family place, with plenty of group activities on site and a wholesome organic vibe.
  • Great walks - There are lovely walks around the estate where you can learn about farming in the Italian counrtyside.
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor garden surrounded pool
  • Full of character
from CA$148 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Bella Riva
Bella Riva

Gardone Riviera

Dreamily positioned with views over Lake Garda. Contemporary, but still classic, hotel with fabulous rooms and suites, excellent restaurant, bar and pool. Fantastic watersports and activities. A great choice for families, an outdoor holiday, or a romantic break.

  • Families - Baby cots are provided or extra beds for children plus babysitting services are available for parents in need of a break!
  • Romantic Break - Pick a room with lake views enjoyed even from your bed, the ultimate romantic setting
  • Lakeside - Direct access on to Lake Garda
  • Views
from CA$280 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Vivere Suites
Vivere Suites

Arco

A sleek collection of ground floor suites with private gardens and kitchenettes close to Lake Garda. Contemporary rooms, excellent spa and pool, yoga, cycling and great restaurants close by. A great spot for total relaxation and outdoor activities for families or honeymooners.

  • Active Holiday - In a quiet spot yet with easy access to cultural attractions as well as sailing and watersports opportunities
  • Romantic Break - Each suite has a private garden and terrace, ideal for couples looking for privacy
  • Swimming Pool - With panoramic views
  • Views
from CA$406 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Locanda Agli Angeli
Locanda Agli Angeli

Gardone Riviera

Charming restaurant with rooms near to Lake Garda. Romantic bedrooms have four poster beds, white linens, wooden beams, and white washed walls. The restaurant serves excellent local food and there's also a small pool. Excellent value, family friendly.

  • Foodies - The family-run restaurant spills out onto the square where regional dishes are served up with alot of love and care
  • Traditional - A charming traditional property perfect for an authentic and homely stay
  • Great walks - Get out into the countryside and explore the many walking trails
  • Views
from CA$118 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Hotel Bellerive, Salo
Hotel Bellerive, Salo

Salò (Lake Garda)

A delightful hotel overlooking Lake Garda. Large stylish rooms and apartments, many with views. Outdoor pool, and fantastic Italian concept cuisine. Sailing, golf and opera nearby. Gourmet, family friendly, all in a romantic location.

  • Foodies - Restaurant '100km' is a concept by Fred Plotkin, using products sourced within this distance. Olive oil & wine tours and tasting
  • Families - Apartments are big enough for the whole family, with kitchens to make picnics. Boat trips on Lake Garda, swimming and cycling
  • Sights nearby - Brescia and Verona, between Venice and Milan, between the Dolomites and the sea
  • Sailing - Minutes from the hotel
from CA$233 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Laurin
Hotel Laurin

Salò

A stunning hotel on the shore of Lake Garda. Rooms and suites in a 20th century villa are elegant, with parquet floors and all mod cons. Frescoes and art nouveau furniture. Excellent authentic cuisine, pool and shady gardens. An idyllic choice, and perfect for a family holiday.

  • Foodies - Garda Food and Wine Trail & Strada dei Vini e Sapori del Garda: visits to about 100 producers (wineries, oil mills, cheeses).
  • Families - Swimming and Lake Garda to explore by boat. Many child friendly sights in the area, such as movie studio and safari park
  • Sights nearby - Salò, Gardone Riviera, Toscolano Maderno, Gargnano and Limone del Garda
  • Sailing
from CA$219 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Villa Pioppi
Villa Pioppi

Sirmione

The elegant Villa Pioppi boasts two hectares of picturesque parkland with swimming pool, a private beach area and extensive sun terrace with views. Spacious air conditioned rooms - some with lake views - feature private balconies. Enjoy outdoor dining or try out the plentiful nearby restaurants.

  • Active Holiday - From cultural tours to mountain biking or waterspots, there's plenty to do in the area
  • Families - Babysitting services, private beach, plus acres of grounds in which to tire them out
  • Views
  • Swimming Pool
from CA$239 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Osteria Antico Brolo
Osteria Antico Brolo

Gardone Riviera

Gorgeous restaurant with rooms in Gardone Riviera. Enter through a charming courtyard with arched stone gateways and traditional oak doors. Chic all-white bedrooms and suites with exposed beams complemented with period furnishings. Eat delicious dinners at the on site osteria. A perfect base!

  • Value chic - Seriously good value with standard rooms from only €70 per night B&B
  • Local exploring - A chic base for exploring Gardone Riviera and Lake Garda
  • Foodies - Sample the delights of the on site gourmet restaurant
  • Families - One of the suites can accommodate up to 4 people
from CA$122 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Garni Gianmartin
Garni Gianmartin

Limone (Lake Garda)

Located on the main square in a quiet village, this small B&B with lake views is just minutes from the beach. Bedrooms are simple and comfortable, suites have terraces with a view. Store bikes in the garage or rent them on site. Hearty breakfasts before a day of outdoor exploring. Great value too.

  • Back to Nature - Located overlooking Lake Garda and the surrounding mountains, this is a superb escape to nature
  • Active Holiday - Find a wide range of activities to choose from including sailing, hiking and mountain biking
  • Sights nearby - Visit the historic town of Verona
  • Views - All bedrooms have a lake view
from CA$176 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

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