Hotel RivaLago

We stayed here for two nights in mid‑September 2025 while visiting northern Italy. The location and views are fantastic, but the front desk staff were pretty cold and not very welcoming. Parking’s almost non‑existent — the only spot available meant a roughly 10‑minute walk up a steep hill. The place felt more like a three‑star hotel based on the facilities and condition; calling it four stars seems a bit of a stretch, more like some patchy upgrades than a real upgrade. After our day trip to Monte Isola we decided not to stay the second night. On the plus side, the service staff were professional and attentive, and the food was really good (it’s supplied by an outside caterer).

This is the most beautifully situated hotel, right on the banks of Lake Iseo, opposite the island. It is well worth visiting for this alone. Spending time by the pool, or in the small hotel garden, with the lake in the background is a real treat. Our room (Dependence Terrace) was not one that I would recommend, however, having a wooden ceiling which transmitted sounds from the apartment above. The restaurant is outsourced and was mostly fine, but not was not always consistent in the quality of its dishes. But that view. Wow!

We had our stay for one week and it was amazing. The staff is very friendly and also helpful. The location is breathtaking, especially the room with corner balcony on the third floor. We will definitely come back again.

The hotel is on the lake and we did see people taking a swim in the lake direct from the hotel forefront. However there is a lovely pool with slightly cushioned lining with was very comfortable to walk on and swim in. Lovely attentive staff and sipping an aperol spritz what watch the lake and mountains was a delight.

If I could give this hotel 10 stars out of 5, I would. Beautiful location, great room, but the staff was just incredible. I had trouble parking my car, and everyone enthusiastically teamed up to help me get it into the garage. Later, because apparently my luck isn’t very good, I slipped and hurt my shoulder. The owner of the hotel (who ended up parking my car himself), kindly offered to help however he could. All of my interactions with the staff of the hotel made this night very special. Thank you.

What a wonderful experience. The location, the staff, the rooms & the breakfast. Was hard to fault this place. Always helpful & friendly. Definetly worthy of 5 stars.

This welcoming hotel is located overlooking Lake Iseo and offers lovely views across the lake from bedrooms and dining areas. Our room was spotlessly clean, well equipped and had plenty of space - an excellent shower always helps! Breakfast was excellent with a great choice and real English tea available. Throughout the hotel service was excellent, and dinner offered top quality food and wine. Every member of staff was helpful and welcoming and I am especially grateful to Tanya who resolved some questions for me pre arrival. During our stay, weather was mixed, with heavy rain at times, but there are small towns dotted around the lake well worth a visit. A really enjoyable stay - thanks to all. One warning for older folk- the walk up into Sulzano is steep - sto take care!

Very nice location with great views with a nice well arranged garden for breakfast or drinks. Near the ferry to the Island. Very nice silent room with a good standard of everything including the bath room.