Where to Base
Hotels along the lakeside promenade or near the castle offer the best location for easy walking access to the historic center and panoramic lake views.
City hotel guide
Malcesine
Malcesine is a picturesque comune on the eastern shore of Lake Garda in the Veneto region, approximately 120 kilometers northwest of Venice. Recognized as one of 'I Borghi più belli d'Italia' (The most beautiful villages of Italy), it offers a blend of historic charm and stunning lake views. For frequent-flyer hotel travelers, Malcesine serves as an ideal base for exploring the lake's eastern side, providing access to cultural sites, scenic promenades, and outdoor activities while maintaining a tranquil atmosphere distinct from busier tourist hubs.
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Before choosing where to stay
Getting Around
Access is typically via Verona or Venice airports. Malcesine is about 40 kilometers from Verona, making it a manageable drive or transfer from major transport hubs.
Best Season
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for outdoor exploration. Summer provides beautiful lake scenery but attracts more tourists, so early booking is advisable.
Nearby attractions
Castello Scaligero
castle in Malcesine, Italy
Monte Baldo
mountain in Italy
Garda Mountains
mountain range
Cima delle Pozzette
mountain in Italy
Monte Altissimo di Nago
mountain in Italy
Lago di Prà della Stua
lake in Trentino, Italy
Madonna di Montecastello sanctuary
church building in Tignale, Italy
Punta Telegrafo
mountain in Italy
Dining
Vecchia Malcesine
Situated in a small alleyway in a tranquil spot above the historic centre of Malcesine, this restaurant opens on to a surprising garden planted with olive trees and boasting fine views of much of Lake Garda. The restaurant is run by chef Leandro Luppi, originally from the Alto Adige, who has been creating superb cuisine in this region for over 20 years and is renowned for his skilful and imaginative dishes. He now showcases his creative, personalised recipes on two tasting menus: “Qcina 24” features his latest creations, while “Our Classic” is dedicated to his iconic specialities. Dishes can a
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The kitchen changeover at the beginning of 2025 brought into the spotlight the young and talented Trentino chef Andrea De Lillo, who skillfully draws on his extensive experience in top-tier establishments. Together with the owners, who also manage the Hotel Belfiore that houses NIN’s spaces, he has established an ultra-modern and creative cuisine based entirely on local raw materials. It won’t be contradictory to see shiitake mushrooms or wagyu beef served, because these are all local cultivations and farms: the famous Japanese beef, for example, comes from nearby Monte Baldo. The dishes, thea
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We recommend arriving early at this restaurant housed within the “EALA – My Lakeside Dream” hotel so that you can admire the spectacular daytime views of the lake through the floor-to-ceiling windows in the two dining rooms. Here, Alfio Ghezzi creates two tasting menus (from which dishes can be chosen à la carte style) which celebrate the region, starting with a focus on freshwater fish. His unmistakeable style results in dishes that are elegant and occasionally minimalist (but not simple), while avoiding unnecessary frills so that the flavours of the superb ingredients shine through.
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