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Hotel Piccola Vela

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Exterior
Junior Suite, Garden View

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Viale T. Dal Molin, 36, Desenzano del Garda, BS, 25015
  • Place, Desenzano Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Villa of Desenzano del Garda
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Verona (VRN-Valerio Catullo)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, Balcony

Superior Double Room, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Terrace (Panorama)

Double Room, Terrace (Panorama)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, Garden View

Junior Suite, Garden View

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room, Lake View

  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Desenzano del Garda

When you stay at Hotel Piccola Vela in Desenzano del Garda, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 15-minute walk of Port of Maratona and Desenzano Castle. .This hotel is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Gardaland and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Roman Villa of Desenzano del Garda.

What's nearby

  • Port of Maratona - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Desenzano Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Roman Villa of Desenzano del Garda - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Desenzanino Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Station - 15 min walk
  • Valerio Catullo Airport (VRN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Castellani Pizzeria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Halo Birreria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esplanade - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Le Terrazze - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mirabell Sushi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Piccola Vela

Pet-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools connected to the convention center in Desenzano del Garda
Hotel Piccola Vela offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 37 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and desk chairs, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy Italian cuisine at Piccola Vela, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Piccola Vela - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Piccola Vela

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 18 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from March to November
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Piccola Vela
Piccola Vela Desenzano del Garda
Piccola Vela Hotel
Piccola Vela Hotel Desenzano del Garda
Hotel Piccola Vela Desenzano del Garda
Hotel Piccola Vela
Hotel Piccola Vela Hotel
Hotel Piccola Vela Desenzano del Garda
Hotel Piccola Vela Hotel Desenzano del Garda

Hotel Piccola Vela Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 306 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miss Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel

We loved the hotel, it is beautifully kept and super clean. The staff were excellent, superb English. We had an issue when we arrived having lost a bag, and Benjamin was very helpful. There are loads of lovely areas to sii8t, both inside and out, beautiful gardens front and back (front a little noisy from the road which is a shame) The roof terrace is a lovely and quiet sun trap with a lake view. the lemon garden and library are wonderfully quaint. The breakfast was superb, and we had dinner one night next to the pool, and the food was excellent. It is fancy and maybe a little more than elsewhere, but I couldn't fault it. The seared tuna was outstanding. The location is great, about a 10 min max walk to the town and the ferry terminal. It's a 20 minute walk from the train station downhill...or 10 euros in a taxi. Our room was comfortable, the bed was good and a very smart new bathroom. The balcony caught the evening sun until late
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Can't fault the hotel. Great location, food and service.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deepti, San Jose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, great service and gave my room as requested. Breakfast was fantastic. Only reason for cutting a star is because there was smoking smell in my bathroom and the hall lights were not working. highly recommended in Desanzano.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect hotel in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel!

Incredible stay at this family owned horel. We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We ate there one evening (which is not something we usually do at hotels) and the food and service was outstanding. We enjoyed our trip so much so that if we were to come to Lake Garda again, we would definite stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angeliki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great outdoor spaces, really comfortable bed, modern bathroom, delicious breakfast and very friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have just returned from a holiday here with our two young children, the hotel was nothing short of outstanding! We would absolutely return. The staff were so welcoming. We would recommend this hotel to anybody wanting to visit Lake Garda.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great 5 night stay.

We had a great time here on a 5 night stay in May. The team did everything they could to make us feel comfortable and at home.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We'll be back!

Wonderful hotel, lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

massimiliano

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gem! Would highly recommend. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Great location. Rooms slightly dated but overall nicely appointed. Great value. Excellent food and quaint gardens. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paolo and Giacomo were excellent. Gave us excellent advice on places to eat and visit. I would highly recommend pico la Vella. The breakfast was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in excellent condition with friendly attentive staff. Short walk to lake 10 mins walk to ferry terminal. Hotel full of typical Italian charm serving great breakfast with top restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow! A mini paradise that is close to everything you need, the hotel itself and grounds are wonderfully peaceful and idyllic. Staff are exceptional and we loved the themed days - the fruit at the tropical breakfast was a personal favourite. 11/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Great service, attentive staff. A/C was a bit faint and stationed by the door, felt more like a unit. A smidge dated, but great otherwise. Didn’t like that the bathroom had a double sided mirror by the window, which seemed odd, so I covered it. The flusher for the toilet was odd and a bit hard to suppress. Great location walkable to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, very well positioned for walking into the town. The staff were lovely and helpful. Breakfast great. Could not fault it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

E

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The staff are absolutely lovely and will go out of their way to take care of you. Cannot recommend this hotel enough
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, amazing staff

Amazing staff were super accommodating when we had an issue with our room, went out of their way to help resolve the issue. The rooftop with jacuzzi is incredible, has beautiful views of lake Garda. Loved the stay, rooms aren’t sound proof but was able to sleep well with ear plugs
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024