Escape to the charming Hotel City near Scaliger Castle. Indulge in a hair treatment at the on-site salon, explore nearby Center Aquaria Spa and Wellness Center, or ride through scenic trails with bike rentals. Enjoy convenient services like dry cleaning/laundry, car rentals on site and high-speed WiFi.
Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Roman Villa of Desenzano del Garda - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Desenzanino Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Gabriele D'Annuzio Airport (VBS) - 31 min drive
Valerio Catullo Airport (VRN) - 41 min drive
Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Station - 11 min walk
Lonato Station - 13 min drive
Ponte San Marco Station - 19 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Bar Castellani Pizzeria - 2 min walk
Ristogrill Coffee Snack & Pizza - 4 min walk
Bar Mayer - 4 min walk
Halo Birreria - 3 min walk
Bar Bosio - 5 min walk
About this property
Hotel City
When you stay at Hotel City, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Scaliger Castle and Center Aquaria Spa and Wellness Center. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and an electric bike charging station.
At a glance
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Hotel size
35 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 164 ft (EUR 12 per night); reservations required
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Scooter/moped rentals
Bicycle tour information
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Computer station
Conference space (15 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Electric bike charging stations
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1964
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Bicycle parking
Accessibility
Elevator
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch LCD TV
Premium satellite channels
First-run movies
Netflix
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
Destination fee: EUR 2.5 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 12 per night (164 ft away)
Policies
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.
Property Registration Number 017067-ALB-00015, IT017067A1HFQ2CNHF, IT017067A1HFQ2CNHF
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Also known as
City Desenzano del Garda
Hotel City Desenzano del Garda
Hotel City Hotel
Hotel City Desenzano del Garda
Hotel City Hotel Desenzano del Garda
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel City offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel City?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel City?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel City and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking.
What's the area around Hotel City like?
Hotel City is in the heart of Desenzano del Garda, a short 6-minute walk from Desenzano Castle and 8 minutes' walk from Roman Villa of Desenzano del Garda.
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Reviews
Hotel City Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The property offers a lovely and great breakfast. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Superb family run hotel. Very clean and very comfortable hotel. Great aircon and lovely breakfast.
Maureen
Maureen, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
Free breakfast, convenience and safe place
Suet kuen
Suet kuen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2023
AMAZING HOTEL
Excelente service Enmanuelle and the all staff was so helpful and made our stay unforgettable Highly recomended✨✨✨✨✨✨
Yina
Yina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Great location
Lovey room, clean.
Bed comfortable, shower not brilliant and bathroom a bit cramped.
Great location and there is hotel parking at a reasonable charge.
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
All staff were wonderful. Friendly and always happy to help.
The breakfast was lovely. The whole accommodation was very clean and tidy throughout.
Walls are a bit thin! Could hear people speaking in the room next door.
Location is great, close to public transport and walking distance to the lake/shops/restaurants. Lovely hotel.
Elena
Elena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2023
Friendly service. The receptionist / bar keeper was welcoming and went out of his way to show us our room and the breakfast room. He also recommended local restuarants to try. We wanted to try Grappa when we returned after our meal and he explained the different types and recommended one based on taste in wine.
On departure, the owner was on reception and explained the Ferrari theme in the bar and breakfast room. I would definitely use this hotel again. Location is ideal - about 10 minutes from the railway station and a quiet location about 3 minutes from the ferry terminal and harbour.
Jane
Jane, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 13, 2024
It was a good hotel convenient for Lake Garda and the Stadio Tre Stelle. The only issue I had was the most convenient power socket in my room didn't work. Once I realised that and pointed it out the staff arranged for an electrician to fix it - unfortunately too late for my trip but the other socket worked so I was able to charge my phone and download my boarding pass for my flight home.
Phil
Phil, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 28, 2025
I am writing to provide feedback on my recent one-week stay at your hotel. There were several aspects of my experience that I appreciated, but also a significant issue that affected the quality of my stay.
Positive Points:
The hotel's location is excellent and very convenient
The breakfast service was of high quality and enjoyable
Area of Concern: Unfortunately, I experienced a serious issue with the acoustic isolation in my room. There is a connecting door between my room and the adjacent one, which resulted in me being able to hear all conversations, television sounds, and other noise from the neighboring guests. Despite using ear plugs, the noise level significantly disrupted my sleep throughout my stay.
I reported this issue to the front desk staff on multiple occasions during my stay, but unfortunately, no effective solution was provided.
It's disappointing that a hotel with so much potential to be an excellent choice has this fundamental issue affecting guest comfort. I believe addressing this acoustic problem would greatly enhance the overall guest experience.
I hope this feedback is helpful as you continue to improve your services.
MIGUEL
MIGUEL, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 25, 2026
Lovely stay room was ready earlier so we could check in lovely breakfast and air conditioning too thanks for a great stay
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 16, 2026
Very good location few minute walk from ferry terminal, local busses, food and shopping. Beautiful lake side walking path.
Staff was welcoming. Greeted us each time we came and went. Helpful. Safe area, clean well kept facility. Elevator AC, great breakfast. In room electric kettle and coffee station, small fridge. Quite area. A little surrounding room noise transmitted but not bad.
Small rooms, even smaller bathroom. Rain head shower looks impressive but water pressure is so-so and the shower is so small the rain head barely fits inside. Bed was ok but nothing to write home about.
c
c, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Very nice and reasonably priced.
Swetank
Swetank, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
A short walk from the main port and train station so a great location. We had a great nights sleep as the hotel was comfortable and quiet.
Lyndsey
Lyndsey, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 20, 2025
Was good
JONATHAN
JONATHAN, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
We had a pleasant stay. Everything was great.
Nazanin
Nazanin, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 27, 2022
Close to train station and restaurants, clean.
Yuken
Yuken, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2024
Nice room in a nice area
Nice room in a nice and convenient area near the lake.
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2023
Walkable to the beach, town center and many other hot spots
Geraldine Anne
Geraldine Anne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2022
Convenient area for everything in the town
Zane
Zane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Nice hotel with a good breakfast. Close to habour and inner city.
Allan
Allan, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2025
Bra.
Niclas
Niclas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 27, 2024
Nice and cozy. Best option for short stay
Roman
Roman, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
Spot on
Glenn
Glenn, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 10, 2025
Staff at this hotel is incredibly rude. Bad even by Italian standards. They don’t answer WhatsApp or phone. They take days to respond to emails. They are rude to people with special needs and say nasty things in Italian assuming British people don’t understand. It’s disgraceful
Isabel
Isabel, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 10, 2025
My negative feedback about this hotel relates to the ignorance and rudeness of reception staff. I rang the hotel looking for my husband and staff were incredibly rude, claiming they couldn’t find him as a guest. Then the receptionist was necessarily rude to my autistic son because he didn’t say hello to him. It’s unbelievable that they allow staff like that. I would never stay there again
Leonardo
Leonardo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2026
We were very happy with everything, great location, clean etc. The breakfast however exceptional, extensive range, great quality, fantastic.