Lido Palace

The calm atmosphere was just what we needed, and the spa, with its salt room and several kinds of sauna, was great for unwinding. We also loved the restaurant and breakfast. Lido Palace Hotel is beautifully designed and feels very high-end, right by the lake in a perfect location. Our room was spacious and elegant, with a very comfortable bed. The front desk team offered helpful sightseeing tips and advice for making the most of our one-night stay. We’d definitely recommend it.

We chose Lido Palace as our base for the big annual Optimist Dinghy regatta in Riva Del Garda, and it worked perfectly. It’s just outside the old city center, with everything an easy walk away. Our fourth-floor Sky suite had a small terrace and spectacular views of the mountains and Lake Garda. The staff were accommodating and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. We had a delicious dinner in the restaurant one evening, with impeccable service. It’s a beautiful, world-class hotel.

The views were breathtaking, and the water bottles for our drive were a lovely final touch. What really stood out, though, was the staff: Francesca and Claudia at reception, the morning maître d’, and the barman were professional, caring, helpful, and full of class. We’d stayed at several four- and five-star hotels in Italy and Como before coming here, and Lido Palace surpassed them all in the quality of service and care for guests. The breakfast buffet was one of the best we’ve had. Thanks for everything, we hope to return.

We’re on our third night and still have more of the stay to go, but I wanted to recognize the service, branding, and the way the hotel lives up to its reputation by creating memorable experiences. Our room is neat, spacious, and clean, with housekeeping coming twice daily even though my wife and I rarely leave it untidy. The gym is enough to keep active and work off all that delicious Italian food. The spa and swimming pool are outstanding. I can’t find anything negative about the place. I’d recommend having a vehicle to visit nearby towns and sights. There’s private parking, and you can enter the property with a key card.