Reader Holidays - Lake Garda from Wandsworth Guardian

Departing May - October 2013

From £369.00

*Price shown: 02 Jun 2013 - OZG

LAKE GARDA
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Legendary Italian beauty

Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake, has captivated visitors for over a century with its spectacular scenery - clear blue waters fringed by towering mountains and groves of olives and citrus. Explore its colourful, stylish resorts and historic lakeside towns, and enjoy all that this beautiful region has to offer.

What The Price Includes

  • Return flights from your local airport to Italy
  • Return airport-to-hotel transfers
  • Seven nights' accommodation in a choice of hotels on Lake Garda
  • The services of a Newmarket Tour Manager
  • Government taxes and service charges

Board arrangements at seven of our hotels include a special free-drinks package. See hotel information for full details.Single rooms are available for a supplement

Resort Information

Equally favoured by mild winds in the winter and cooling breezes in the summer, Lake Garda provides a perfect backdrop for enjoyable holidays. Each of our resorts offers a base from which to enjoy the beauty of the lake and the excursion programme.

Malcesine

On Lake Garda's north-eastern shore, Malcesine, together with its quieter neighbours Assenza di Brenzone and Castelletto di Brenzone, boasts a delightful mix of twisting alleyways and bustling, flower-strewn squares. Visit the 13th-century castle, or take the funicular ride to the summit of Monte Baldo.

Torbole

The liveliest of our resorts, Torbole, also on Lake Garda's north-eastern shore, offers a vibrant cafe life and a lakeside promenade, from where, most afternoons, the windsurfing enthusiasts skimming across the water are a colourful sight.

Riva del Garda

Famous Riva, at Lake Garda's northern tip, has a busy historic centre surrounded by elegant, pastel-painted buildings. A good selection of cafes, gelaterie, bars, restaurants and shops make it one of the lake's most popular spots.

Limone

Delightful Limone, on Lake Garda's western shore, is named for the terraced citrus groves on the surrounding hills. Colourful and bustling, with cobbled streets leading down to the lakeside, Limone is a perfect holiday resort, with a good nightlife to complement the relaxed, sun-blessed days.

Day By Day - Our Wonderful Holiday

During your stay, you can choose to join a selection of great-value excursions to many places of interest.

Day One

Outward travel from your selected airport to Italy, and onward transfer to your hotel on Lake Garda.

Day Two

Spend the day relaxing at the hotel or exploring Lake Garda and the surrounding area. Our Tour Manager will be happy to suggest places to visit and things to do.

Day Three

Today's optional Grand Circular Tour of Lake Garda, by coach and steamer, is the perfect way to enjoy the area's marvellous scenery and to explore some of the delightful lakeside resorts. Each section of the shoreline has its own distinctive charm and allure.

Day Four

Venice is quite simply one of the world's most beautiful cities. Discover its mysterious labyrinth of alleys and waterways, spectacular St Mark's Square and Cathedral, the clock tower, the Doge's Palace, the Rialto Bridge and the mystique of the Palace of Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs, on our fascinating optional excursion.

Day Five

On today's half-day optional excursion we explore "fair Verona", the historic backdrop for the tragic tale of "Juliet and her Romeo", and home to the opera season held yearly in its Roman amphitheatre. Explore, then take a seat in an open-air cafe in Piazza Bra to watch the world go by.

Day Six

Join us for an optional, full-day, panoramic sightseeing tour through some of Europe's most spectacular mountains - the Dolomites. Our journey includes a visit to Canazei overlooking dramatic Marmolada, and a crossing of the Sella Pass into Val Gardena, famed for its wooden carvings.

Day Seven

Another day at leisure to enjoy Lake Garda, your hotel and the surrounding area.

Day Eight

Transfer back to the airport for check-in and your flight home.

Further Information

Wining and dining

Fresh fish, fruit and vegetables are plentiful, as well as typically Italian pasta, soups and meat-based dishes. There are also many excellent, well-priced wines to enjoy during your stay. Guests on half-board arrangements will generally be offered a choice of starter and main course, with fruit or dessert to follow.

Transfer Times

The transfer time to Lake Garda is approximately three hours from Milan and Venice airports, and one hour from Verona Airport.

The following hotels are offered with this holiday (subject to availability and supplementary pricing)

Grand Riva Hotel
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

The elegant Grand Hotel enjoys a picturesque lakeside setting right in the heart of the historic centre of Riva.

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Introduction

The elegant Grand Hotel enjoys a picturesque lakeside setting right in the heart of the historic centre of Riva.

Facilities & Amenities

These include an elegantly furnished reception area, a bar and lounge, and a roof-top terrace and sunbathing area.

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Hotel Garda Bellevue
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

Ideally situated in a very good location, this hotel is close to the water's edge, and to the many shops, bars and restaurants that line the resort's promenade.

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Introduction

Ideally situated in a very good location, this hotel is close to the water's edge, and to the many shops, bars and restaurants that line the resort's promenade.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel is made up of five buildings, all connected by either covered walkways or the swimming pool terrace. The large open plan dining room serves buffet breakfasts and waiter-served evening meals, and the Wellness Area has a solarium, a steam room and a sauna.

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Hotel Europa
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

This friendly, family-run hotel enjoys glorious views over Limone and the lake, and the centre is just 300 metres away - a short but quite steep walk through the picturesque narrow streets.

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Introduction

This friendly, family-run hotel enjoys glorious views over Limone and the lake, and the centre is just 300 metres away - a short but quite steep walk through the picturesque narrow streets.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel has a swimming pool and sun terrace, a lemon garden, a bar and lounge area.

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Centrale
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

The friendly, family-run Centrale Hotel is housed in an elegant Venetian building dating back to 1375, and boasts panoramic views of Lake Garda. Located in the heart of the old town, it is an ideal base for those wishing to stay right in the resort's centre.

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Introduction

The friendly, family-run Centrale Hotel is housed in an elegant Venetian building dating back to 1375, and boasts panoramic views of Lake Garda. Located in the heart of the old town, it is an ideal base for those wishing to stay right in the resort's centre.

Facilities & Amenities

The Centrale has a spacious outdoor terrace with an adjoining restaurant serving national and international cuisine. Although the hotel is offered on a bed and breakfast basis as there are numerous restaurants in the area, evening meals are available each day for a supplement. The bar opens out onto the terrace at the front of the hotel, overlooking the harbour, and is the perfect spot to unwind.

Rooms

All of the rooms are tastefully decorated and cosy. Rooms with a lake view are available for a supplement.

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Hotel Angelini
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

For those looking for a traditional taste of Italy, this well-appointed, family-run hotel should be the ideal place to stay. Its proximity to the lake and the resort's range of amenities make it a convenient place to spend your holiday.

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Introduction

For those looking for a traditional taste of Italy, this well-appointed, family-run hotel should be the ideal place to stay. Its proximity to the lake and the resort's range of amenities make it a convenient place to spend your holiday.

Facilities & Amenities

As well as a bar and lounge area, this hotel has a swimming pool and a sunbathing area. The restaurant serves good, traditional food, which includes a buffet breakfast and waiter-served evening meals, with a choice of menu and a full salad bar.

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Hotel Royal Village
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

The popular Hotel Royal Village enjoys an elevated position above charming Limone, amidst beautiful gardens and olive groves. The hotel boasts superb views of the lake and offers guests an excellent range of facilities, including two outdoor pools.

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Introduction

The popular Hotel Royal Village enjoys an elevated position above charming Limone, amidst beautiful gardens and olive groves. The hotel boasts superb views of the lake and offers guests an excellent range of facilities, including two outdoor pools.

Facilities & Amenities

Hotel Royal Village has a choice of swimming pools for guests to enjoy, as well as several restaurants, and bar and lounge areas. Entertainment is provided during the evening in the summer months.

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Drago Hotel
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

This very popular hotel has welcomed our guests for many years and is sure to provide you with a comfortable stay. Ideally situated by the lake, its excellent transport links allow guests to explore nearby attractions with ease.

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Introduction

This very popular hotel has welcomed our guests for many years and is sure to provide you with a comfortable stay. Ideally situated by the lake, its excellent transport links allow guests to explore nearby attractions with ease.

Facilities & Amenities

Stylishly decorated, the Drago boasts a fine restaurant and bar, and a charming sunbathing area surrounded by beautiful gardens where guests can soak up the sun.

Rooms

The bedrooms in this hotel are located in two separate buildings. Twin rooms with air conditioning (payable locally) and lake views are available for a supplement.

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Hotel Garda
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

The Hotel Garda is conveniently located approximately 200 metres from the lake.

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Introduction

The Hotel Garda is conveniently located approximately 200 metres from the lake.

Facilities & Amenities

Facilities at the hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace, and a bar and lounge area which has a 'Happy Hour'. Complimentary local wine, beer, mineral water and soft drinks are served with dinner.

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Grand Hotel Liberty
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

This classically elegant hotel was built in 1910 as a palace for the Emperor Franz Joseph and combines the decorative splendour of the Edwardian era with modern standards of comfort. Situated very close to the lakeside, it provides guests with an excellent range of facilities.

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Introduction

This classically elegant hotel was built in 1910 as a palace for the Emperor Franz Joseph and combines the decorative splendour of the Edwardian era with modern standards of comfort. Situated very close to the lakeside, it provides guests with an excellent range of facilities.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel's spacious, peaceful gardens surround the sunbathing terrace and offer a tranquil oasis for guests to soak up the sun. Several comfortable areas indoors, and a wellness centre, also offer ample scope for relaxation.

Rooms

There are 94 well-equipped rooms. The excellent Superior rooms are available for a supplement.

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Hotel Savoy Palace
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

This extremely popular hotel enjoys a tranquil location, yet is close to the resort's entertainment and amenities. You can expect a warm welcome from the hotel's owners, the Tonelli family, who enjoy a superb reputation for excellent service and wonderful cuisine. (N.B. The free drinks package is not available for Christmastime departures.)

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Introduction

This extremely popular hotel enjoys a tranquil location, yet is close to the resort's entertainment and amenities. You can expect a warm welcome from the hotel's owners, the Tonelli family, who enjoy a superb reputation for excellent service and wonderful cuisine. (N.B. The free drinks package is not available for Christmastime departures.)

Facilities & Amenities

There are plenty of places to relax in this hotel, including the sunbathing area and piano bar. Guests can also enjoy the complimentary drinks and snacks served each day, and the regular musical entertainment.

Rooms

There are 190 well-equipped rooms in the hotel.

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Hotel Rely
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

This fine, family-run hotel boasts spectacular views of the lake and is a popular choice with British holidaymakers. The regular transport service makes the surrounding resorts conveniently accessible for guests wishing to venture further afield.

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Introduction

This fine, family-run hotel boasts spectacular views of the lake and is a popular choice with British holidaymakers. The regular transport service makes the surrounding resorts conveniently accessible for guests wishing to venture further afield.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel's comfortable bar and lounge area provides a haven for guests to relax indoors, and outdoors, the sunbathing terrace offers superb views out over the lake.

Rooms

Rooms with lake views are available for a supplement.

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Portici Hotel
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

With just 45 rooms, the attractive Portici Hotel offers friendly and personal service. It is located very close to the lake, right in the historic heart of Riva del Garda.

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Introduction

With just 45 rooms, the attractive Portici Hotel offers friendly and personal service. It is located very close to the lake, right in the historic heart of Riva del Garda.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel has its own restaurant and pizzeria, with an outdoor terrace beaneath the hotel's arched facade, serving local, national and international dishes. The hotel also has a bar, a lift, a TV room and a small courtyard. The restaurants, shops and bars in the immediate vicinity make it an ideal base in the heart of the old town.

Rooms

Bedrooms are cosy and traditionally furnished, with private facilities, telephones, radios, and satellite TV (payable locally).

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Antonella
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

The friendly, family-run Antonella boasts a fantastic location near Lake Garda. Guests can enjoy the glorious views of the lake, especially from its sunny roof-top terrace, as well as the resort's many amenities which are close to this charming hotel.

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Introduction

The friendly, family-run Antonella boasts a fantastic location near Lake Garda. Guests can enjoy the glorious views of the lake, especially from its sunny roof-top terrace, as well as the resort's many amenities which are close to this charming hotel.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel offers guests several areas in which to spend time relaxing and enjoying the wonderful holiday atmosphere. The sunbathing area offers a focal point for lazy days, while the bar and lounge area provide a pleasant indoor haven.

Rooms

All of the rooms in this hotel are furnished in a simple but comfortable style.

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Hotel Antico Borgo
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

Renovated throughout, this fashionable new edition to the Blu hotels group is ideally situated at the centre of the resort of Riva. Its dramatic setting at the northern end of the lake affords stunning views over the surrounding mountains and valleys, and into the old town. A modern boutique hotel, Antico Borgo is sure to add a touch of glamour to your holiday.

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Introduction

Renovated throughout, this fashionable new edition to the Blu hotels group is ideally situated at the centre of the resort of Riva. Its dramatic setting at the northern end of the lake affords stunning views over the surrounding mountains and valleys, and into the old town. A modern boutique hotel, Antico Borgo is sure to add a touch of glamour to your holiday.

Facilities & Amenities

Stylishly decorated public spaces give this hotel a luxurious feel. Wood floors and sleek black sofas decorate the outside terrace, with its impressive mountain views, while bold red and yellow sofas and glass coffee tables feature in the bar and lounge.

Rooms

All of the 60 rooms are decorated in a modern style, with quilted gold bedspreads and padded leather headboards adorning the beds.

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Hotel Casa Canarino
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

This small, comfortable family-run hotel boasts an excellent location near the lake and Riva's varied amenities. This is the perfect sanctuary for guests wishing to relax after a long day's sightseeing, and take advantage of everything the bustling centre has to offer.

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Introduction

This small, comfortable family-run hotel boasts an excellent location near the lake and Riva's varied amenities. This is the perfect sanctuary for guests wishing to relax after a long day's sightseeing, and take advantage of everything the bustling centre has to offer.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel boasts several areas to relax and be revitalized, including the jacuzzi and the Wellness Centre, the small bar area, and a swimming pool set amidst the hotel's tranquil gardens.

Rooms

The hotel has 18 comfortable rooms.

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Hotel Malcesine
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

This popular, traditional hotel enjoys a wonderful lakeside position. Guests can relax on the large sun terrace and enjoy the spectacular views, or discover the many amenities close by in this delightful resort.

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Introduction

This popular, traditional hotel enjoys a wonderful lakeside position. Guests can relax on the large sun terrace and enjoy the spectacular views, or discover the many amenities close by in this delightful resort.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel's comfortably furnished lounge bar area opens onto a terrace from which the views over the lake are simply spectacular. Buffet breakfasts and three-course evening meals are served in the restaurant.

Rooms

Rooms with side lake views are available for a supplement.

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All Azzurro Hotel
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

An extremely popular choice with our guests, this hotel boasts a good range of facilities, including a rooftop terrace. Its enviable location, at the heart of charming Limone, makes it an ideal base to explore Lake Garda and the surrounding areas.

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Introduction

An extremely popular choice with our guests, this hotel boasts a good range of facilities, including a rooftop terrace. Its enviable location, at the heart of charming Limone, makes it an ideal base to explore Lake Garda and the surrounding areas.

Facilities & Amenities

The hotel has a lakeside terrace serving a la carte meals, for those who wish to dine al fresco and enjoy the stunning views of the lake. A rooftop sun terrace and small swimming pool provide the perfect spot to soak up the Italian sun.

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Hotel Sole
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

This friendly and welcoming hotel is located at the heart of Riva del Garda, making it the ideal base from which to explore this historical resort. Hotel Sole boasts fantastic views of the lake and has an excellent range of facilities for guests to enjoy.

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Introduction

This friendly and welcoming hotel is located at the heart of Riva del Garda, making it the ideal base from which to explore this historical resort. Hotel Sole boasts fantastic views of the lake and has an excellent range of facilities for guests to enjoy.

Facilities & Amenities

The Hotel Sole offers guests several areas to relax in comfort, including an American style bar and lounge area. Guests can also sample traditional Italian 'gelato' in the ice-cream parlour, and soak up the spectacular views of the lake and historical centre from the terrace.

Rooms

The bedrooms may be allocated in the main building in the annexe. Rooms with lake views are available for a supplement.

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La Perla
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

This good standard, modern hotel enjoys a fantastic location close to all the amenities the resort offers. Stylish and well-appointed, the La Perla is a great base from which to discover Lake Garda and explore further afield.

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Introduction

This good standard, modern hotel enjoys a fantastic location close to all the amenities the resort offers. Stylish and well-appointed, the La Perla is a great base from which to discover Lake Garda and explore further afield.

Facilities & Amenities

The sun terrace with its new, attractive pool, set amidst the hotel gardens, provides a tranquil place to relax and enjoy the magnificent views of the surrounding hills. The well-appointed restaurant offers a breakfast buffet and three-course evening meals with a choice of menu.

Rooms

The 90 guest rooms are all stylish and comfortable.

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Hotel Continental
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

Enjoying an elevated position, this bright and modern family-run hotel offers a high standard of service and facilities. The Hotel Continental boasts fantastic views of the surrounding countryside, and will suit those who wish to be located in a peaceful area, yet with very easy access to the resort's amenities.

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Introduction

Enjoying an elevated position, this bright and modern family-run hotel offers a high standard of service and facilities. The Hotel Continental boasts fantastic views of the surrounding countryside, and will suit those who wish to be located in a peaceful area, yet with very easy access to the resort's amenities.

Facilities & Amenities

This hotel caters for both relaxation and more active pursuits, with free bicycle hire and a gym, as well as a sunbathing area set within charming gardens.

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Hotel Caravel
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

This popular, modern hotel is ideally situated. Recently renovated, it offers a very high standard of quality and service.

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Introduction

This popular, modern hotel is ideally situated. Recently renovated, it offers a very high standard of quality and service.

Facilities & Amenities

There is a good selection of facilities at the hotel, and complimentary local wine, beer, mineral water and soft drinks are served with dinner.

Rooms

There are 75 rooms in the hotel.

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Hotel Geier
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

Recently renovated, the very popular Hotel Geier enjoys a glorious location at the centre of the picturesque harbour of Torbole. Guests can soak up the spectacular views of Lake Garda from the hotel's terrace.

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Introduction

Recently renovated, the very popular Hotel Geier enjoys a glorious location at the centre of the picturesque harbour of Torbole. Guests can soak up the spectacular views of Lake Garda from the hotel's terrace.

Facilities & Amenities

Hotel Geier has recently been renovated, and its public areas include a small bar and a breakfast room. The restaurant is open to both guests of the hotel and to the public, and opens onto a sun terrace with wonderful views over the lake.

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Piccolo Mondo
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

Owned and managed by the Chiesa family, this charming hotel boasts an excellent range of facilities. The Piccolo is particularly famed for its high standard of cuisine. The family own one of the best restaurants in nearby Trento, and the delicious regional specialities served in the hotel's restaurant are every bit as good as those served in their award-winning restaurant.

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Introduction

Owned and managed by the Chiesa family, this charming hotel boasts an excellent range of facilities. The Piccolo is particularly famed for its high standard of cuisine. The family own one of the best restaurants in nearby Trento, and the delicious regional specialities served in the hotel's restaurant are every bit as good as those served in their award-winning restaurant.

Facilities & Amenities

Guests wishing to relax have at their disposal indoor and outdoor swimming pools, situated in lovely gardens at the rear of the hotel. The health club offers a variety of treatments and facilities, and the restaurant serves an array of traditional dishes.

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Hotel Alexander
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

Completely renovated in 2008, this four-star hotel boasts a fantastic position, just a pleasant five-minute stroll from the lake and the heart of the resort. An excellent standard of service and range of facilities await you at this comfortable hotel.

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Introduction

Completely renovated in 2008, this four-star hotel boasts a fantastic position, just a pleasant five-minute stroll from the lake and the heart of the resort. An excellent standard of service and range of facilities await you at this comfortable hotel.

Facilities & Amenities

Furnished to a very high standard, the hotel has a bar and lounge in which to relax indoors, as well an attractive sunbathing terrace. Guests can also enjoy some excellent lake views from many parts of the hotel's public areas.

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Three-Star Hotel
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

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Three-Star Hotel
3 Stars 3 Stars 3 Stars

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Four-Star Hotel
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

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Four-Star Hotel
4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars 4 Stars

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