A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Lombardy, Italy. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Opened October 2022. Set in Moltrasio, 6.3 km from Villa Olmo, Passalacqua offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as a sauna and a hammam. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Passalacqua features certain units with lake views, and all rooms come with a kettle. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a spa centre and terrace. You can play tennis at Passalacqua, and bike hire is available. Languages spoken at the reception include German, English, Spanish and French, and guests are invited to request information on the area when needed. Volta Temple is 7.9 km from the hotel, while Como San Giovanni Train Station is 8 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 56 km from Passalacqua.Show full description
Romantic. Unique. Cosy rooms. Relais I Due Roccoli is an historic hotel, located just 4 km from Iseo and offering panoramic rooms with views of the lake or of the surrounding park. The Due Roccoli is set in an ancient villa, with an 18th century small church and different panoramic terraces. The restaurant, located in a dehor with park view, offers an elegant outdoor dining area and a refined à la carte menu.Show full description
Newly opened, February 2024. Located in Milan and with San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore reachable within 700 metres, Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Melia Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Melia Hotel include Palazzo Reale, Museo Del Novecento and Sforzesco Castle. The nearest airport is Milan Linate, 9 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely property. Located in a secluded area 5 minutes' walk from Sirmione's historic centre, Villa Cortine has beautiful gardens where you will find a pool, a tennis court and a private pier. Guests enjoy free use of parasols and sun loungers at the beach. Close to Catullus's Villa at the tip of the Sirmione peninsula, at Villa Cortine Palace you will be able to enjoy the same views across Lake Garda as Roman nobles once did. Villa Cortine's 4 hectares of gardens have fountains and statues. In summer, you can sunbathe on the hotel's pier or swim in the lake. You can also order drinks and meals directly by the pool and in summer barbecues are organised on the beach. Interiors at Villa Cortine Palace Hotel are charming, with marble décor and frescoed walls. Rooms come with LCD satellite TV, air conditioning and minibars.Show full description
Incredibly beautiful property in a very picturesque setting. Elegantly furnished rooms have marble decor, frescoed walls, stunning views, and great amenities. I rate this as one of the most RELAXING boutique hotels in Lombardy.
Relaxing atmosphere. Charming. Good breakfast. Hotel Piccola Vela is a short walk from the historic centre of Desenzano del Garda. It offers friendly staff, clean rooms and free breakfast, as well as free WiFi throughout. Lake Garda golf courses are nearby. With an outdoor pool and a heated pool, Hotel Piccola Vela features a sun terrace with a hot tub and free private parking. Guests also enjoy bike rental service, and an equipped bike storage area. A shared garden is also available at the Hotel Piccola Vela. Local specialities are served in the on-site restaurant. Rooms at Hotel Piccola Vela are comfortable with air conditioning, satellite TV and slippers. Some units comes with lake views.Show full description
Elegant. Great value. Great views.Opened June 2022. Situated in Limone sul Garda, 45 km from Castello di Avio, LLAC Living Nature Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms have a wardrobe. A continental, Italian or vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at the property. LLAC Living Nature Hotel offers a hammam.Show full description
Nice style. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and Lake Como views, Il Sereno Lago di Como is located in Torno. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, the air-conditioned rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a safe. The private bathrooms are complete with slippers and free toiletries. Guests at Il Sereno Lago di Como can enjoy a continental breakfast. The Michelin-starred restaurant serves Italian cuisine. Il Sereno Lago di Como is a 15-minute drive from Como Borghi Train Station and 23 km from Bellagio. Milan Malpensa International Airport is 57 km away.Show full description
Excellent decorated modern hotel with stylish rooms and gorgeous facilities and fantastically friendly staff. Incredibly beautiful pool area. Top-class hotel!
Delightful property. Highly elegant. Great location. Owned by the Bucher family for 3 generations, Villa Serbelloni stands at the end of the Bellagio promontory, with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It features 2 gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spa with beauty centre. Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni - 150 Years of Grandeur was transformed into a luxury 5-star hotel in 1873. The property boasts impressive staircases and frescoed ceilings. The grand hall, the Salone Reale, features splendid chandeliers in Murano glass. Rooms are spacious and elegant, and each offers air conditioning, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a minibar. The décor is classic, with soft carpeted floors, wooden furniture, and unique details. Some rooms offer views of the lake. The Mistral Restaurant was awarded with a Michelin star in 2005, and offers the chance to eat on a refined terrace with breathtaking views. La Goletta serves regional specialities in an informal setting. A full International breakfast buffet is served daily. The spa is available for wellness and beauty treatments. Sports facilities include tennis and squash courts, and a gym with cardio-fitness machineries.Show full description
Villa Serbelloni is an excellent hotel in an outstanding location on the lake. The rooms are modern yet keep all the personality of the 1800s Villa as it was. I rate this as the most beautiful and elegant small luxury hotel in Lombardy.
Charming. Elegant. Superb breakfast. The Petronilla is a boutique hotel located in the heart of Bergamo's lower city, in the historic San Lazzaro area. Each room is unique and features modern art and free Wi-Fi. Petronilla Hotel features a sauna, a hot tub, a small meeting room and a gym. Breakfast at this hotel is an extensive buffet of homemade foods, and is served outside on the courtyard in the summer months. On request, a dinner of Lombardy specialities is available. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can recommend the best places to visit during your stay. Hotel Petronilla is just a few steps from Bergamo's main shopping district and public buses are 100 metres away. Bergamo Train Station is 15 minutes' walk.Show full description
Unique. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. Set in a quiet lakeside location, EALA My Lakeside Dream - Adults Friendly offers an infinity pool, rooms overlooking Lake Garda, and a free shuttle service to Limone sul Garda centre. All rooms at EALA My Lakeside Dream - Adults Friendly are air conditioned and come with a mini fridge and TV with satellite channels. The features a wellness centre, a garden and a private beach.The hotel is located in a panoramic position 1.5 km from Limone sul Garda. The centre can be reached by the free shuttle or by a pleasant walk along the lakeside promenade.Show full description
This is likely the most unique and authentic small luxury hotel in Lombardy.
Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Offering an indoor pool, an external thermal pool and a seasonal outdoor pool, Hotel Ocelle is in Sirmione. Located just 650 metres from Sirmione castle, it includes a hot tub, garden, and bar. WiFi is free in public areas. Guests enjoy free access to the hotel's private beach and to the spa. The hotel features a 24-hour front desk. Hotel Ocelle Thermae&Spa is 650 metres from Sirmione's historical centre. The Aquaria Thermal Spa is 1 km from the hotel, while Terme di Sirmione - Virgilio are 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Verona Airport, 25 km from Hotel Ocelle.Show full description
Romantic. Unique. Great views. Set on a hillside and surrounded by 40 hectares of forest, Villa Sostaga is a 4-star hotel set in an impressive location looking down on Lake Garda. Just 7.5 km from Gargnano and the Gardesana motorway, Villa Sostaga boasts wide splendid views of Lake Garda and its mountains. Within minutes you can reach Brescia, Verona, Mantua and Trento. A former hunting lodge from the 19th century and completely renovated, the family-run Villa Sostaga offers finely furnished accommodation with modern conveniences such as satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. You can enjoy the art nouveau styled dining hall and the beautiful swimming pool set between the villa and the lake. Rooms are found in the hotel’s main villa as well as in the annex. There are services and facilities suitable to a variety of travellers including classic-style meeting rooms and discounted rates at local golf clubs.Show full description
Excellent boutique hotel in a hidden spot with breathtaking views, fantastic ambiance, and amazing food choices. Classily furnished rooms with modern conveniences are very cozy. It’s an excellent place for regeneration and relaxation, with a lovely restaurant and selection of wines on-site!
Very stylish. Historic. Great location. Popular among couples.Opened September 2020. Located in Sirmione, 750 metres from Sirmione Public Beach, Hotel Vinci provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Featuring a garden, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.2 km from Spiaggia Lido delle Bionde, 1.7 km from Jamaica Beach and 600 metres from Sirmione Castle. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All units include a wardrobe. A continental breakfast is available daily at Hotel Vinci. Popular points of interest near Hotel Vinci include Terme di Sirmione - Catullo, Grottoes of Catullus and Aquaria SPA. The nearest airport is Verona Airport, 25 km from the hotel.Show full description
I rate this as the most STYLISH small luxury hotel in Lombardy. It also has a great location! And it is one of the most popular small luxury hotels in Lombardy, among couples.
Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. You will be right on the lakeshore at Hotel Monte Baldo and Villa Acquarone, offering cosy rooms, an on-site restaurant, rich gardens and a private beach for a peaceful stay. Walk to the city centre and the tourist harbour, just 300 metres from Hotel Monte Baldo. Relax on the hotel's private beach with a small dock and a diving board. Staff can organise tours of the lake. The reception and some rooms are found in Hotel Monte Baldo. Other rooms and suites are set in Villa Acquarone, the annexe, which is an historic villa featuring late 19th-century furnishings and decoration. All accommodation at Hotel Monte Baldo is en suite. Modern comforts include air conditioning, a safe and satellite TV. You can take advantage of boat docks at Hotel Monte Baldo. The sun deck surrounding the outdoor swimming pool is equipped with dressing rooms, tables and sun loungers, chairs and umbrellas. In the gardens, you will find an adult swimming pool and a children's pool. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and the free private car park. The restaurant provides a panoramic terrace along the lakeshore where you can enjoy your meals with amazing views. Here you can savour typical meals, local specialities and fine wines.Show full description
Lovely property in a stunning lakeside location. Spacious rooms have great amenities and cozy balconies covered in flowers. This small hotel has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms.
Relaxing atmosphere. Good breakfast. The historic Grand Hotel Fasano is set right on the lake shore. It offers a modern and free wellness centre, a 12000-m² park with swimming pool, and a restaurant with terrace overlooking Lake Garda. The hotel is actually made up of 2 buildings, the main hotel and Villa Principe dating back to the early 19th century. Guests have private access to the lake and can enjoy a buffet breakfast out on the terrace. Rooms at the Grand Hotel Fasano are elegant and spacious. All air conditioned, they come with a minibar, laptop safe and LCD TV with satellite channels. The Grand Hotel Fasano's new wellness centre is inspired by ancient Roman baths. It includes an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and Turkish bath, as well as a gym. Located in Gardone Riviera, this 5-star hotel is a 5-minute drive from the dock in Toscolano-Maderno for boat trips across the lake.Show full description
Beautiful, romantic hotel at a gorgeous location right next to lake Garda. Rooms are spacious, very nicely furnished, and have nice terras with a lake view. Beautiful, well-kept grounds, a luxurious spa, and a fantastic breakfast in a picturesque place. WOW!
Lefay Resort is on the coast of Lake Garda in Gargnano, surrounded by hills and olive groves. It offers a wellness centre, panoramic views of the lake, and a free shuttle to the town centre. Wi-Fi is free throughout. All rooms at the Lefay Resort and Spa Lago Di Garda are spacious, and provide a satellite TV. Each room has a lake-view balcony or terrace. The property offers free access to the spacious Mondo Lefay Spa, which also features indoor and outdoor pools. A generous breakfast buffet is served in the panoramic on-site restaurant, overlooking the lake.Show full description
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago Di Garda is a beautiful property with stunning views. The grounds are well-maintained, and there is a great gym facility. The bar on the main floor near the lobby is also great.
Charming. Cosy rooms. Great interior design. Located in Livigno and with Engadin Golf Samedan & Zuoz-Madulain reachable within 40 km, Hotel Sporting Family Hospitality provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. Featuring a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a year-round outdoor pool. There is a hammam, entertainment staff and room service. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a mountain view. The rooms have a safety deposit box and selected rooms come with river views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. Guests can relax in the wellness area, including an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna, or in the garden equipped with a children's playground. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and ski equipment hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Speaking German, English, Spanish and Italian at the 24-hour front desk, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area. Train Station St. Moritz is 41 km from Hotel Sporting Family Hospitality, while Swiss National Park Visitor Centre is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Bolzano, 138 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING hotels in Lombardy.
Opened January 2023. Situated in Livigno, within 38 km of Engadin Golf Samedan & Zuoz-Madulain and 38 km of Train Station St. Moritz, Camino Rustic Chic Hotel features accommodation with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 32 km from Swiss National Park Visitor Centre. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also boast a mountain view. All rooms have a safety deposit box. Guests at Camino Rustic Chic Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Benedictine Convent of Saint John is 47 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport, 140 km from Camino Rustic Chic Hotel.Show full description
Historic. Comfortable beds. Hotel Bella Riva is set right on the shore of Lake Garda. This luxury 5-star hotel is surrounded by a large garden with a swimming pool and barbecue. All guest rooms have a view of the lake. They are all air conditioned and feature satellite TV. Set in Gardone Riviera, the Bella Riva Hotel offers a restaurant and a bar.Show full description
Hotel Bella Riva is a unique, stylish, and classical hotel located by the lake with a great view. It has a mix of old and modern style, a huge selection of alcohol, and is very welcoming to dogs.
Great views.Opened November 2020. Offering free WiFi, Dimora Degli Dei offers accommodation in Livigno, 100 metres from Yepi chairlift in the Mottolino ski area. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some units have a balcony. Guests at Dimora Degli Dei can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation offers a sauna.Show full description
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