Villa Cortine Palace Relais Chateaux

Beautiful location

Nothing

The property and location overall is very nice. Sadly our experience was not. We booked a night at this hotel for a special Birthday Dinner and celebration. However we spent 45 minutes stuck in a small dark elevator on the way to dinner. After the staff worked out how to get the elevator going again we were left to get to dinner as if nothing had happened at all. At the end of the birthday dinner we were kindly offered a sweet treat because of our earlier elevator experience and delay. At no stage did anyone remember or acknowledge this was a birthday celebration despite us specifically booking it as such. However we were then left alone in the dining room while all the staff packed up and turned the lights out and left. We had to go and hunt down a lone server for the bill. The “Sweet treats” and coffee forgotten and not delivered ..!! Very disappointing experience. Memorable but for all the wrong reasons. Some of the staff were fabulous!

Sadly this hotel needs work before it lives up to the standard we love and expect from the Relais and Chateaux Brand. The manager gave us a 120e food credit at checkout the next morning but our overall experience here was like an episode from faulty towers. Maybe given different circumstances our experience would have been different.

This property is situated on a peninsula at the end of Sirmione in spectacularly mantained gardens.... the entire property is kitted out with the highest of standards and quality furnishings.

No indoor pool so when the weather ain't playing ball there isn't very much to do...

The property and grounds were absolutely gorgeous. Service was exceptional. The breakfast spread was delicious, with prosecco included and hot food items available to order a la carte (but still included for free). Best pastries we had on our whole trip in Italy. Driving into the property thru Sirmione was a little tricky, but we got the hang of it. You could easily walk thru a gate at the back of the property that led you thru a park and into the town which was very quick and convenient. I would highly recommend this resort to anyone.

I have no suggestions.

loved the elegant Lake View Suite with its breathtaking sunsets and thoughtful anniversary upgrade. The food at Le Gardenie was truly Michelin-star quality, especially enjoyed on the terrace at sunset. The stunning gardens, private pier, and peaceful atmosphere made it an unforgettable and romantic stay.

Honestly, there was nothing to dislike — perhaps just that our stay was too short, as we never wanted to leave such a beautiful and peaceful place.

Super friendly and attentive staff, nothing is too much to ask. Massive ground and unexpectedly stunning viewpoints at certain spots (although it requires some creative photography). It feels like you could spend an entire day within the hotel without venturing out into Sirmione and you are not missing out by much. The bed was extra-firm, much to our liking. We particularly enjoyed the jacuzzi beside the pool and it was very therapeutic. The breakfast buffet was high quality. Overall we felt well-rested and recharged after our stay.

This isn't a criticism of the hotel, but rather of Sirmione in general. There is a lack of good viewpoints in Sirmione compared with villages of Lake Garda. The view from our room is also unfortunately obscured by many tall trees but this goes for all the other rooms too I suppose.