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5.0 out of 5

"Stayed 3 nights and are very pleased with this first visit to Garda. Central location, very helpful staff, fantastic roof top terrace. " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 22 May 2018

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Hotel Description

You'll be connected to the convention center at Hotel Piccola Vela, and within just a 15-minute stroll of Port of Maratona and Desenzano Castle. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant, and free buffet breakfast.

The restaurant, Piccola Vela, serves Italian cuisine. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the spa tub, sauna, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli, and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site.

Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-star Desenzano del Garda hotel include Gardaland and Scaliger Castle.

Standard Double Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$251* Per night/room 1 May - 2 May

Junior Suite, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Room, Terrace (Panorama)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Superior Double Room, Balcony

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Piccola Vela ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Hotel Piccola Vela

Everyone (1)
5 out of 5

Very friendly staff, good location, great view

Stayed 3 nights and are very pleased with this first visit to Garda. Central location, very helpful staff, fantastic roof top terrace.

Posted by on 22 May 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 May 2018 by Elisa D.

Dear guest, Thank you for choosing Piccola Vela Hotel and for taking the time to leave a comment about your experience with us.

Property Features

Hotel Piccola Vela offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a spa tub, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Piccola Vela. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Desenzano del Garda hotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione Station (1.3 km / 0.8 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hotel Piccola Vela offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. 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. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.

  • Private balcony
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Piccola Vela - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

24-hour room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

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.

Hotel Piccola Vela offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 18 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Children stay free
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • One child stays free
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Online Penalty Collection
  • Children stay free - maximum age 2
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Safe Hospitality National Protocol (Italy)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Piccola Vela
  • Piccola Vela Desenzano del Garda
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  • Hotel Piccola Vela Desenzano del Garda
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You should know

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in November.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.