Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga

La struttura è il posto perfetto per rilassarsi, regna la pace a qualsiasi ora. Le camere sono silenziose e con molti confort. La cucina e il vasto assortimento di vini sono la cornice perfetta per una vacanza romantica. La cultura: circondati da tantissime cose da vedere...consiglio il Vittoriale di D'Annunzio, una bellissima esperienza.

We have just spent 8 days at the villa, and whilst the impression on arrival may be a little less than great, experience proved that to be wrong. The location is fantastic with panoramic views over the lake. Breakfast is an amazing experience as whilst the food is excellent, sitting in the sun on the terrace with the lake views is a rare experience. The pool, hot tub, and sun bathing areas are comfortable with everything to hand, large sun beds, and again enjoy full lake views. The restaurant food was very good, particularly the Simple Pleasures section of the menu. Generally, we felt everything had been anticipated, which would make our visit comfortable. Finally, every member of staff was a delight to deal with.

My wife and I spent a night at the villa during the off season. Everything was perfect! The suite was beautifully decorated with a spectacular view from the balcony. Dinner was luscious with a perfect wine paring by the owner Francesco.

The Villa was built in the 19th century and every room has its own character and full of lovely antiques.The hosts make you feel at home. Lovely restaurant with a great menu and wine list. For breakfast they present you a rich menu. I definitely want to return in the summer when the weather is better.

Service: After check-in, the host/concierge at the desk showed us to our room and helped us bring up our bags. At breakfast and dinner the servers were attentive and knowledgeable about the food and drinks. We did not try out the spa services, so cannot comment on that. On our last day, we wanted to enjoy the view just a bit longer and there was no problem checking out 30-40 minutes late (after letting the staff know). Room: Classic Room Dépendance Lake View. It was just enough for us two. (Bringing a baby might also be fine, but I would find it hard to be comfortable in this size room with a kid on a cot/rollaway bed.) With the thermostat you could control your own room's temperature. There was plenty of closet space, a nice mini fridge, a desk, a coffee/tea station, a spacious bathroom... The whole place was clean and well kept. Location & amenities: It's about a 20 minute drive up from Gargnano. Close to some villages, but isolated enough to enjoy nature and a great view of the lake and surrounding mountains from a height. Breakfast is included and you order a la carte. Lunch and dinner are also available on site; we had dinner one night and it was excellent! Our dishes were meat and cheese tray, mixed salad, venison ragu, pistachio-crusted lamb chops, hazelnut parfait, and rose cake with lemon sauce. They offer more spa trea**ents than listed on the website, so be sure to ask upon booking or at check-in if you wish to book something (they ask for 24-hour notice). Facials, various massages, depilation, etc. The complete list is in a little booklet along with a price list that they leave in your room when you arrive. Liked best & least: Some of the best aspects at Sostaga are the view, the kindness of the whole staff, and the calmness that comes with being away from busy streets. The two small complaints I have would be the mattress was not quite as plush as I need to be comfortable with arthritis, and the second morning at breakfast there was too much lemon juice on the fruit salad (the apples were very sour and the acid started to hurt my mouth). I would definitely recommend this hotel for a stay on the south end of Lake Garda and would go here again if the opportunity presents itself!

With fabulous views over Lake Garda and set in very nice and extensive grounds, Villa Sostaga is the place for a relaxing time . Breakfasts outside looking across to the mountains on the Eastern Shore of the Lake were so enjoyable in warm September sunshie. The restaurant provided not only great cuisine but one of the most extensive wine lists we have experienced and which would suit Wine buffs.

This villa is magical. I have travelled to so many countries. I knew it deserve a bet after I randomly called and Francesco - the owner or manager- answered and was very kind to listen to what I wanted and make an extra effort to accommodate my family. I was driving but I thought it have to be good. 2 hours later we start going up on a road on the side of Lake di Garda. Before arriving to the villa I asked my family to start filming. I can see and smell and unforgettable experience. First, the location is spectacular you can see the entire Lake Di Garda and the snowy mountains on back. Second, Francesco himself was awaiting and ready to help with anything, he gave us a fantastic room, renovated. With a balcony to the entire lake. There is a big bathroom, comfortable bed for me and my wife and a big sofa for my two kids 7 and 9. We were hungry so how about getting ham, cheese and other Italian wonders at your room. Then 7 pm time for dinner at the beautiful dinner space with the view of the lake. Wine, Cod, Pasta, Sorbeto whatelse can somone ask. Loris an Italian guy was always with a smile, looking to make you feel at home. I had to wake up at 7 am to go to my first 1:30 run in the most beautiful woods, with rivers, lakes and falls. (Only to be careful of Italian driving like they are in the highway like Francesco warned me) Overall, one of the best places I stay even comparing 5 stars luxury places. Kudos! If I have the money one day, I will Run this hotel :)

A mixed experience, but the lead feeling on departure was disappointed. The location is stunning (though NB there’s a construction site on the hotel grounds, which makes for a less picturesque arrival and overall setting). The Villa has some nice period charm. The food was good, and the wine excellent. The a**osphere, however, was not the “homey comfort” we had read about, nor the relaxing experience we had hoped for. For the price, the room was underwhelming. Clean, certainly, but lacking the charm, comfort, and sense of style and care you’d expect from a 4* hotel. What struck us more, however, was the attitude of senior staff. From the rather brusque welcome on arrival to the impatient air surrounding simple requests and the dismissive attitude surrounding any feedback, one did not have the impression of a team who value paying guests and enjoy hospitality!

Hesitant to write a review, given the host’s defensive, persecutorial and frankly quite disturbing responses to any critical feedback. But for the sake of other guests, here goes! What worked: food (dinner & breakfast) and wine were great. The views from the terrace were spectacular. The directions to the property were helpful. The grounds are generous and ambient nature / birdsong was lovely. What did not work: the service was flustered and stressful, with an edge of hostility. We often got the impression we were an inconvenience, rather than welcome guests. Reception was often unattended. Queries were met with impatience or lack of care. It was generally unclear who was in charge. The spa did not meet expectations. For the price, the room was clean and comfortable but basic. Given the other positive reviews, perhaps we had an unfortunate, off-season impression, but we would have loved to have felt more welcome.