Grand Hotel Fasano — Gardone Riviera, Italy
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Lake Garda, Italy

Grand Hotel Fasano

Starting Price
€450
Nearest Airport

Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) — 60km away · Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) — 90km away

Perfect For

Imperial history buffs wanting to stay in a former Habsburg hunting lodgeFamilies looking for a historic lakeside estate with an exotic private parkTraditionalists who value a long-standing family-run grand hotel atmosphereTravelers seeking a quiet, Neo-Renaissance sanctuary on Lake Garda

Grand Hotel Fasano

Lake Garda, Italy

From €450 / night

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Popular Amenities

  • Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
  • AQVA SPA (3,500 sqm) with AVEDA treatments
  • Private beach area
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Wellness area with saunas and steam baths
  • Private jetty
  • Valet parking
  • Concierge service

Overview


Originally built in 1888 as a hunting lodge for the Austrian Imperial family, Grand Hotel Fasano is a National Heritage site located on the shores of Lake Garda. The architecture is a pure expression of Neo-Renaissance style, set within a 12,000sqm exotic park. Since 1948, the property has been under the stewardship of the Mayr family, who have meticulously preserved its historic character—from the original terrace stones to the vaulted ceilings of the former stables. It represents a rare, authentic slice of "Habsburg" Italy, offering an intimate, family-run atmosphere within the shell of an imperial palace.
Lake & RiversideLiving in a 19th-century imperial hunting lodge on Lake GardaDining at the edge of the water in a National Heritage siteExperiencing the warm, family-run luxury of the Mayr family

Highlights


  • Housed in a historic 19th-century hunting lodge originally built for the Austrian Imperial family
  • Set within a 12,000-square-meter exotic park designated as a protected botanical site
  • Home to the AQVA SPA, inspired by ancient Roman baths and featuring modern Thalasso treatments
  • Features a private pier and lakefront terrace consistently voted among the most scenic in Northern Italy

Why We Recommend

There is a particular kind of Italian luxury that doesn't announce itself — and Grand Hotel Fasano is its finest expression. Built in 1888 as a hunting lodge for the Austrian imperial family, this neoclassical residence on the western shore of Lake Garda has been a National Heritage Site since 1989, a canvas for Klimt, and a retreat for Fellini. Three generations of the Mayr family have run it without ever letting it become a museum — it remains alive, warm, and honestly one of the most beautiful places to wake up in Italy.

Things to Know

  • Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • This is a seasonal property, typically open from April through October
  • The "Beach Club" area on the lakefront is accessible via a short tunnel under the road to ensure guest safety
  • Proper swimwear is required for the AQVA SPA, and children under 14 have restricted access hours to the indoor pool.

Activities


Sailing on Lake Garda in a private motorboat
Guided mountain biking in the Valtenesi hills
Private visits to the Vittoriale degli Italiani

On-site Restaurant

Il Fagiano

1 Star Michelin

“A table worth the journey — Il Fagiano holds one Michelin star, offering one of the most refined dining experiences you will find within a hotel anywhere in the world.”


Reservations recommended well in advance.

Visit Restaurant

Other Dining Options

  • Magnolia — Garden Restaurant (lunch only)
  • Osteria Il Pescatore — Lakeside Trattoria (dinner only)
  • La Terrazza — Bar & Terrace
  • Gin Lounge — Cocktail Bar
Explore Dining

Corso Giuseppe Zanardelli, 190, 25083 Gardone Riviera BS, Italy

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