Lido Palace  

On Lake Garda in Riva del Garda, a Belle Époque lakeside palace set within 19th-century gardens and just about 1 km from the town centre. Close to the Dolomites and within easy reach of Verona and Venice — perfect for lakefront escapes and pet-friendly stays (pets allowed on request).

A turn-of-the-century exterior meets chic contemporary interiors: bright, minimal rooms from around 35 sqm with romantic lake views. The hotel sits in a century-old park of cypress, cedar and magnolia, and the vibe blends classic grandeur with modern design.

A 1,500 sqm spa (Finnish sauna, Mediterranean bath, Indian massages), indoor pool plus a seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, steam bath, massage rooms and a gym. Guests can lounge in the library or picnic in the grounds, park on site, and wake up to lake-breeze mornings.

Conference rooms and a conference hall for meetings and events, 24-hour reception and free wireless internet across the property.

Two on-site restaurants and a bar: Tremani Bistrot for laid-back, healthy midday plates and Il Re della Busa for refined, haute-cuisine evenings overlooking the gardens, both leaning on imaginative dishes made with local products.