Above the lake -
Above the lake

ABOVE THE LAKE

A panoramic location, your window onto Lake Garda

A location that changes your perspective.
Overlooking Lake Garda, Piccolo Hotel enjoys a beachfront setting in a peaceful, panoramic location close to the lake and just a short distance from Malcesine, allowing you to experience Lake Garda in complete freedom.

Piccolo hotel in Malcesine overlooking Lake Garda
Breakfast with a lake view at the Piccolo Hotel in Malcesine

A PANORAMIC LOCATION

Lake Garda always before your eyes

Set slightly above the shoreline, the hotel offers open views of Lake Garda and the mountains that surround it. A location that lets you enjoy the landscape from a privileged perspective, balancing tranquility and activity, with the lake nearby and the center of Malcesine easily accessible.

SMALL BY CHOICE

Intimate size, family hospitality

Piccolo Hotel is a family-run property, and this is reflected in the warm welcome offered by the Balardi Family, characterized by genuine care, attention, and availability. The spaces are intimate, the atmosphere relaxed, and the relationship with guests direct and personal, enriched by thoughtful touches and discreet hospitality. A place where you can feel at home from the very first moment.

Lake-view pool at the Piccolo Hotel in Malcesine
Hotel a Malcesine: Relax by the pool overlooking Lake Garda
Small hotel near the historic center of Malcesine
Small hotel near the historic center of Malcesine

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING

A vacation between lake, sports, and nature

From here, just a few minutes are enough to reach some of the most beautiful places in the area. Beaches, cycling routes, and hiking trails start nearby, as does Fraglia Vela Malcesine, one of Lake Garda’s leading water sports centers. The center of Malcesine is also easily accessible, allowing you to alternate active moments with leisurely walks and local discoveries..

Just a few minutes from the hotel

Beach directly in front of the hotel

Relax, swim in the lake, and enjoy the outdoors.

Right across the road from the hotel lies the beach, equipped with sun loungers reserved for hotel guests.
Simply cross the street for a refreshing swim, a relaxing break in the sun, and a few peaceful hours by the lake.

Piccolo hotel in Malcesine facing the beach on Lake Garda
Piccolo hotel in Malcesine facing the beach on Lake Garda

Malcesine–Brenzone Cycling Path

Panoramic routes between lake and mountains.

The cycling path that runs along the lake passes directly in front of the hotel, ideal for relaxed rides, city-bike outings, or more challenging routes toward Torbole, Upper Lake Garda, or Brenzone sul Garda.

 Piccolo hotel in Malcesine, located near the Malcesine-Brenzone cycle path on Lake Garda.
Piccolo Hotel a Malcesine davanti alla ciclabile Malcesine-Brenzone sul Lago di Garda
Hotels in Malcesine, a short distance from the center of Malcesine on Lake Garda.
Hotels in Malcesine, a short distance from the center of Malcesine on Lake Garda.

Historic Center of Malcesine

Alleys, restaurants, and lakeside walks.

Just a short distance from the hotel, Malcesine invites you to wander through stone-paved streets, browse small shops, dine at lakeside restaurants, and visit the Scaliger Castle, which overlooks the medieval village from above.

Pet-friendly hotel in Malcesine on Lake Garda
Pet-friendly hotel in Malcesine on Lake Garda

Pet friendly

Vacationing on Lake Garda with your dog

Dogs and cats are welcome. Between beaches, lakeside walks, and open-air spaces, the area offers countless opportunities to enjoy a vacation together with your four-legged companion. Upon arrival, your pet will be welcomed with treats, water bowls, and easy access to Bau Beach, located just 2 km from the hotel.

Surf & sup

Surf & SUP storage and buoy rental

For guests who love water sports and boating on Lake Garda, we offer dedicated storage for surf and SUP equipment as well as a buoy rental service just a few steps from the hotel. Practical and convenient solutions for enjoying the lake with complete freedom.

Malcesine hotel with surf and SUP storage and buoy rental on Lake Garda
Malcesine hotel with surf and SUP storage and buoy rental on Lake Garda

Bike services

Lake Garda on two wheels: bike rental and storage

Guests who wish to explore the area by bicycle can take advantage of our city bike rental service and secure bike storage. A simple and sustainable way to discover Lake Garda, whether along scenic lakeside paths or on excursions toward Monte Baldo and Upper Lake Garda.

City bike rental and bike storage at the Piccolo Hotel in Malcesine
City bike rental and bike storage at the Piccolo Hotel in Malcesine

Fraglia Vela Malcesine

Sailing, windsurfing, and international regattas.

One of Lake Garda’s most important sailing clubs is located just 500 meters away and can be reached within minutes. With regattas, courses, and water sports activities, it is the perfect destination for those who want to experience the lake actively.

Fraglia Vela Malcesine
One of Lake Garda’s most important sailing clubs is located just 500 meters away and can be reached within minutes.

Fraglia Vela Malcesine

A sailing icon on Lake Garda, where wind, water, and sporting passion come together, just 500 metres from the hotel.

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