If you're looking to get away as a family or small group then Residence Villa Maria is a great choice. These self-catering apartments are just outside Desenzano in the peaceful setting of lush private parkland. The complex is made up of an elegant Liberty style villa, which is the main hotel building, and 24 separate villa apartments surrounded by spacious gardens.
There's lots to keep you entertained here. The large pool is surrounded by loungers and parasols and the pool bar is nearby. While its cooler in the morning, why not have a few games of tennis? The court's free for guests to use. You can also hire bikes locally - it's a great way to explore the area. It's about 30 minutes' walk to the centre of Desenzano, so even less if you cycle. It's a nice route into town as it's mostly along the lakeside and if you keep going you'll reach the pretty peninsula of Sirmione.
The apartments are well equipped with two separate bedrooms and a living room and kitchen area. The kitchen has everything you need to rustle up some tasty food. The supermarket's just across the road so you can stock easily.
Transfer time: approx. 45 mins by coach from Verona airport.
Reception
Check in is at the Hotel Villa Maria, which is on the same site as the apartments.
Local Fees and Taxes
A tourist tax of approx. €2 per person (aged 14+) per night is payable locally.
Cots are available for approx. €10 per day, payable locally.
Rooms
Apartments are about 50m² and can sleep up to six people. They're simply decorated with tiled floors and and are decorated in warm tones. They have one double bedroom, a separate twin room, one bathroom with a bathtub, a separate living/dining area with a kitchen corner and an outdoor patio area. The kitchen includes a fridge, two electric cooking rings, a microwave, a kettle and crockery. The sofa can be converted into a double sofa-bed. Facilities include air conditioning, TV, safe and a hairdryer. Bed linen and towels are included.
Please not that the apartments may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility as there are some steps into the property and the bathrooms have bathtubs.
These self-catered apartments have their own kitchen area. The closest supermarket is only a few hundred metres away, so you can stock up on essentials.
In the main hotel building there are two bars to choose from; a cosy indoor bar or the outdoor pool bar where you can enjoy drinks while you relax in the sunshine. There's also a café open from 9.30am - 11pm, if you fancy a coffee or drink during the day.
Board basis options available