Before going I'd read the mixed reviews on this site, but for us the good things definitely outweigh any shortcomings. Despite being one of the cheaper options from Italian Getaways, the family owners were really friendly, the rooms were clean, the food was good, and the central location was convenient. We didn't mind the fact that rooms don't have a... more

Hotel Gardesana was a indoor adventure pursuit in itself. We stayed there through Italian Getaways and would highly advise ppl to make some notes: 1. For the elderly or slightly unfit...Make sure you are on the first floor. Any higher then you'll regret it from the very begining. 2. TAKE A FAN!!!. The hotel charges 2 euros for a pathetic... more

The Monaci family at the Gardesana are wonderful people. They could not do enough for us during our holiday. We stayed in the family apartment which was fine for all four of us. It was cleaned daily. Our two children (aged 2 and 6 years) loved the holiday. We were slightly concerned that the hotel did not have a swimming... more

We have just returned from booking a week's holiday with Italian Getaways to Malcesine, Lake Garda, which I must say was marred by staying at the Hotel Gardesana. A very basic hotel, no ceiling fan or air con. the bed linen and towels were not changed in the 7 days that we were there. The floors in the bedroom and... more

This is my second time I have stayed at the hotel, and once again loved it. Although it is basic, it is clean and tidy and the family who run the hotel are very friendly. It's in a great location, only minutes away from the town. The town is one of the prettiest towns on the lake with little lanes,... more

Just back from another fantastic stay at the Hotel Gardensana in Malcesine. We travelled with Italian Getaways for an amazing price especially as it was half-term week. We love Malcesine it really is an amazing little town,probably the nicest on Lake Garda.The Hotel Gardensana is a lovely place to stay, fantastic location right in the centre of town just minutes... more

After being delayed at the airport, we eventually reached the hotel very late at night, we had a warm welcome. The bedroom was small but adequate it was cleaned every day and the beds made up. The owners could not have been more friendly and helpful towards us and their other clients. I see that on other reviews people have... more

Wife and I just returned from a week in Malcesine staying at the Gardensa through Italian Breaks. How they do it for the money is beyond me. Hotel is very basic. Small rooms, however very clean, made up fresh each day. Nothing too much trouble. Breakfasts basic but adequate. Bit noisy on the front as the main road goes by... more

Visited Malcesine for one week at the end of September and stayed at Hotel Gardesana with Italian Getaways. Think there must be 2 hotels with same name as some previous reviews/photos do not apply to this one. Anyway, this review refers to Gardesana on main road near the cable car. Have to say this is a very basis B&B, but... more