With its fairy-tale castles, gelato-lined promenades and easy mix of lake and mountain adventure, Lake Garda is a dream destination for families. Days here can mean splashing in calm, shallow shores, hiking in alpine air, or hopping on a ferry to pastel-coloured villages. The beauty of travelling with kids to Italy’s largest lake is the sheer variety of stays on offer — from sleek suites with kitchenettes and private gardens to agriturismo farmhouses where children can roam among vines and ponies. Some spots come with babysitting, others with resort-style pools and interconnecting rooms, but all earn their place as the best family hotels on Lake Garda.

The Best Family Hotels on Lake Garda

For a room with a view

• Also in Sirmione, the Villa Pioppi is an elegant, seven room villa set within two hectares of beautiful parkland, with a swimming pool, a sun terrace and a private beach. The rooms are large, and some have lake views and private balconies. And they also offer a babysitting service.

For Active Families

• Right on the shore in Salò, the Hotel Bellerive is a charming mid-sized hotel with 46 large, stylish rooms plus an outdoor pool, a fantastic Italian concept restaurant, and sailing and golfing opportunities nearby.
• Salò also has the Hotel Laurin, a stunning hotel with 30 rooms and suites, also right on the shores of Lake Garda. Converted from an elegant 20th Century villa, guests can expect parquet floors, frescoes and Art Nouveau furniture. There’s also a lovely pool in shady gardens and an excellent restaurant.
• Active & Family Hotel Gioiosa sits just above Riva del Garda, with easy access to bike trails, hiking routes and the lakefront. Family rooms and suites come with thoughtful extras, from baby gear to bunk beds and balconies. There’s a heated outdoor pool, play areas, and kids’ entertainment in high season.
• Relais Rossar is a laid-back countryside stay in Costermano, offering tennis courts, bike hire and an outdoor pool with views. Rooms are spacious and playful in design, with options for families. With Lake Garda and hiking trails nearby, it’s ideal for parents seeking both calm and activity.
• For families looking to experience the great outdoors as well as the watersports the lake has to offer, try Tenuta Le Sorgive, a beautifully restored 19th-century farmhouse on an organic agriturismo farm. Simple traditional rooms come with continental breakfast. Explore the orchards and vineyards or head out on a pony trek through the surrounding hills. A wonderful spot to re-engage with mother nature.
• Or try the Bella Riva in Gardone Riviera, a beautifully positioned hotel with 23 contemporary rooms and suites. an excellent restaurant and bar and a very nice pool. Plus the hotel has great watersports facilities.

For resort-style ease

• Palazzo Arzaga offers a full resort experience with interconnecting rooms, a kids' club (seasonal), babysitting on request and a huge pool area. It’s ideal for families who want activities and pampering all in one elegant, countryside setting.
• Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort is a Riva del Garda classic, combining leafy lakeside grounds with pools, a spa and activities galore. Family bungalows and suites offer privacy with resort perks, and there’s a kids’ club, sailing school and bike hire. It’s a one-stop-shop for easygoing adventures.

For great value

• The Locanda Agli Angeli offers a charming restaurant with nine romantic rooms - some with four-poster beds. The decor is simple, think whitewashed walls and exposed beams. And there’s a small pool. 
• Or there’s the Garni Gianmartin in Limone, is a seven room B&B on the main square, just minutes from the beach. The rooms are simple and comfortable and the suites have their own private terraces with lovely views. The breakfasts are hearty, and the rooms are very reasonable.
• Corte Mantovani features simple, well-kept apartments with kitchenettes, interconnecting options and a shared garden perfect for children to play. It’s a brilliant low-key choice for young families wanting value without giving up comfort.

Still not sure which of our Guru’s recommendations for the 10 best family hotels on Lake Garda might be perfect for you?

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