Hotel Locanda Dell'Oca Bianca

The restaurant was very good, and the staff were lovely and attentive. My room, though, was right beside the street. It felt like cars and motorcycles were passing through it. I couldn't sleep without earplugs.

The meal was delicious, and the restaurant staff were friendly. We enjoyed a drink in the backyard and could relax there near Lake Garda. We arrived after a long drive and some car trouble, grateful to have booked for four and found free parking. The room was ready, though it was small and old-fashioned. It was clean, but the finish wasn't great, and the A/C wasn't working on a very hot day. Some employees tried to repair it, then confirmed it was broken. After talking it over, a woman I think was the owner, who spoke English, offered a workaround: three of us in one room and one person alone in another. The single room was perfect, but the room for three also had a poor finish, and its A/C was leaking water above the bed. Most employees didn't speak English, though that had a certain charm.

After a day of climbing, we needed clean rooms, hot water, comfortable beds, and a reasonable room price. This hotel had all of that for our one-night stay, and the reception staff were friendly. We managed to communicate well enough. We'd planned to eat at a popular local restaurant, but it was shut for all of August. The next place we tried, about a 10-minute walk away, was closed too, and we couldn't find anywhere else nearby. Since it was getting late, we ate at the hotel restaurant. I don't know why we hadn't thought of that sooner. The setting was wonderful and relaxed, and we wished we'd spent longer there. We were welcomed with a glass of prossecco, then ordered drinks and heard the head of service's recommendations. There was an English menu, and the options were clear and good. The food was fantastic, especially the unbelievable dessert. It wasn't cheap, but I'd definitely go again if I'm in the area. I'd recommend it to anyone who isn't concerned about the price.

The restaurant was exceptionally good, and the service was great. Such lovely people. Even if you aren't staying at the hotel, we'd strongly recommend planning a dinner there.