Via Peschiera, 3, Bardolino, Italy | (888) 240-0568
Awesome spa with thermal pools and an Ayurvedic Center
Located next to the beautiful Lake Garda
Lush grounds include an olive garden
Free buffet breakfast
Free Wi-Fi and parking
Two children's pools
Fitness center and seasonal access to tennis courts
Bike rentals, and walking and sailing tours available
About a 30-minute drive to Verona (pro for some)
Driving, not walking, distance from restaurants and bars
Trees block views of the lake from some rooms
The mid-range Hotel Caesius Thermae is a great spot for relaxation near Italy's Lake Garda, famous for its natural hot springs. The hotel offers plenty of amenities, but the beautiful waterfront location and the expansive spa steal the show. The price includes access to thermal pools, saunas and steam baths, though individual treatments cost an extra fee. Rooms are a bit bland given the hotel's advertised four-star status, but some have outdoor balconies with lake views.
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Scene
An upscale resort with contemporary decor and beautiful grounds
The layout of property gives it a sense of seclusion. The buildings at the 185-room Hotel Caesius Thermae encircle the property's gorgeous grounds, which have landscaped Mediterranean gardens and the main pool in the center. The lobby is in the hotel's main building, and rooms at the newer Augustus complexes are located across the gardens. Walking paths and the outdoor bar are surrounded by olive trees, oleanders, and manicured plants.The decor throughout the hotel is Scandinavian in style -- bright, clean spaces with simple wood furniture. The furnishings are modern and bold in color -- orange, red, or black. Overall, the design of the Caesius is not visually stunning, but it is contemporary and tasteful.
Location
Quiet, natural surroundings located outside of town and 30 minutes from Verona
The Hotel Caesius Thermae has a great waterfront location right off Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake and a popular vacation spot. The hotel is located outside the heart of Bardolino, and the beautiful lakefront scenery is a perfect backdrop for the property's spa services. The location is, however, less convenient for sightseeing. The restaurants and bars in Bardolino are a few minutes' drive or 20-minute walk away. The hotel also offers a shuttle to get into town. Verona, the famous city where "Romeo and Juliet" was based, and the Verona airport are farther away.
Rooms
Simple wood furnishings and satellite TV, high-speed Internet, and adjustable air-conditioning
Rooms at the Caesius Thermae are average in terms of size, amenities and decor. All are furnished with basic wood furniture, and include satellite TV, adjustable air-conditioning, and a coffee/tea maker. Many rooms also have outdoor balconies. Rooms in the Augustus buildings away from the restaurants in the main building are most quiet, but rooms in the main building are newer and have better views of the pool and the lake behind it.
Features
The first Ayurvedic spa in Italy offers a whole host of other services, too.
The room rate includes access to the expansive spa at the Caesius Thermae, where guests have access to thermal spas, saunas and steam rooms. The hotel is the first in Italy to have a comprehensive Ayurvedic Center. Typical spa treatments like massages and facials are available for additional fees, but that's just the tip of the iceberg for the spa's offerings: the Caesius also has a dietitian on staff who can plan three to seven day cleanses, and services like thermal water inhalation therapy.The hotel's other amenities include free Wi-Fi and a buffet breakfast, which offers a variety of options including organic, gluten-free, and Ayurvedic items. The other restaurants and bars on the property are a la carte. Families with young children will also find two kids' pools and play equipment, as well as the option of hiring babysitting services.
