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8.7

676 reviews

Hotel Excelsior Bay

Hotel Excelsior Bay

Via Lungolago Madonnina 2, Malcesine, 37018, Italy

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Hotel Excelsior Bay

Four stars, a stylish vibe, and a prime spot in Malcesine—this hotel is a breezy base just 0.2mi from the city center. The outdoor swimming pool invites a lazy afternoon, while free Wi-Fi, a free fitness center, and a sauna keep routines simple. Air conditioning, a bar, a sun deck, and a terrace round out the essentials for evenings beneath the Italian sky, with a 24-hour front desk ready for late arrivals.

Address: Via Lungolago Madonnina 2. In this Malcesine location, elevator access keeps upper floors easy to reach, while non-smoking rooms and thoughtful touches like a bidet, free toiletries, and balconies with views add comfort. Beach umbrellas and chairs are free, and pet-friendly options are available with extra charges. Parking options include private parking and on-site parking, both at extra cost.

Reviews: 676. The property carries a 4-star rating, signaling a balanced blend of comfort and amenities in Italy’s Malcesine.

Malcesine’s four-star scene meets lakeside charm, a breezy base just 0.2mi from the town center. The outdoor pool offers a view for a lazy afternoon, while the sun deck and terrace set the mood for evenings beneath the Italian sky. Inside, air conditioning keeps things comfortable, a bar invites a casual pause, and a saunas-ready vibe caps off days of exploration, with a 24-hour front desk ready for late arrivals.

Non-smoking rooms feature balconies with views and bathroom touches like a bidet and free toiletries. Beach umbrellas and chairs are free for sunny days by the shore, and pet-friendly options are available with an extra charge. Parking options include private parking and on-site parking, both at an extra cost, making arrivals and departures smoother. These practical details help maintain a relaxed, traveler-friendly rhythm.

Room options include layouts such as Room - 2 Twin, Lake View; Room - 2 Twin, Balcony; and Deluxe, Balcony. The property carries a 4-star rating based on 676 reviews, signaling a dependable, stylish stay in Malcesine. With poolside perks, town access, and a variety of room choices, this spot offers a balanced getaway for those chasing both convenience and a dash of Italian charm.

Closest airports

Verona Villafranca Airport

25.4mi

Verona Brescia Airport

32.4mi

Il Caravaggio International Airport

53.6mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

View

Bidet

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Double Room with Lake View in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Room - 2 Twin, Lake View

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

View

Minibar

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Deluxe, Balcony

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Single Room in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Small Double Room in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Small Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

View

Flat-screen TV

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Budget Single Room in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Budget, Single

1 Twin Bed

130 sqft

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Economy Twin Room in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Economy, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Bidet

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Standard Double or Twin Room with Balcony in Hotel Excelsior Bay

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Room - 2 Twin, Balcony

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

View

Flat-screen TV

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Room, Balcony

1 Double Bed

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

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x3

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Room With Lake View

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Budget

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

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Standard Room

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Guest reviews

8.7

676 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Anna

10

June 2025

Well positioned hotel, right in front of the lake. Short enjoyable panorama walk to Malcesine. We really enjoyed breakfast on the terrace in front of the lake. Breakfast was good with eggs variations, tasty bread selection, Joghurt, Home made cake. Not that far from the hotel there is also entrance to the lake if you want to have a swim (you need to walk a bit further for a beach). Great pool and many sunchairs arrived out and also on the upper terrace with amazing view. . Nice bar, also open late in the evening to have a drink on a terrace in front of the lake👌🏼 everything you need in the rooms including mini bar fridge to store water. The staff is very friendly and attentive, any issue - ask them and they will try to solve it! Thank you so much for making our request for type of room possible! And special thanks to Michele for his great and friendly help! When we come back to Malcesine we would stay in this hotel again.

Coffee could be better, and cream cheese for breakfast was missing. There is little privacy on the balconies, as they are very close to each other

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Sean_michael

10

June 2025

This hotel was spectacular, right on the water with incredible views of the lake. Parking was easy, basically on top of the hotel. Check in was simple and fast. The room was well appointed with great views of the lake from the balcony. The bed was comfortable and the shower had great water pressure. The breakfast was fantastic with a huge spread on the lakeside terrace with beautiful views. The pool was delightful with ample space and lounge chairs. The location was perfect, maybe a 10 minute walk along the lake into the old town center.

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Jonathan

9.1

May 2024

The location is excellent, right on the lakefront and only a few minutes’ walk into town. It has a large verandah facing the lake where you can chill out all day if you want, and also a pool. The room, and indeed the hotel generally, was spotlessly clean, and the staff are friendly and welcoming and happy to help with any queries. The onsite parking is convenient and easy to access. The whole experience was really relaxing and comfortable. A great hotel.

I booked the cheapest available room and as a result had a view of the basement rather than the pool or lake (i.e. no view at all), though I must say the room itself was still good quality. If I visit again I would pay just a little more to avoid this - it would certainly be worth it, as the place is spectacular.

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Christine

9.1

August 2024

The location of the hotel is perfect: a few minutes walking distance to the centre of Malcesine (via a very pleasant path), in a quiet spot. The staff is very attentive, helpful and really friendly. The hotel was spotless and the rooms comfortable Having breakfast while enjoying the spectacular view of the lake was our morning highlight. Having a parking space is definitely a bonus.

The area around the pool is dated and would benefit from being refreshed. Having said that, the pool in itself was very pleasant.

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Tricia

10

June 2025

This was one of the best hotels I have stayed at on my three week adventure through Europe. The service was better than any other hotel, complete with a welcome drink. Breakfast was outstanding with a mimosa bar! The pool is very refreshing. It's a quiet, quaint and hospitable hotel. The room was extremely clean and comfortable with a veranda! A 10 minute walk to the bus stop and ferry.

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Shelley

9.1

September 2024

Perfect location and great staff Breakfast was good. Staff very very helpful. It was too cold to swim in the pool but it looked good. Even though it was cool it was still nice to sit outside having breakfast overlooking the lake with a glass of bubbles which is part of the breakfast. Felt safe being there alone.

Only downside for me was that I was on the ground floor so heard noise when people went upstairs to their rooms at night. But it wouldn’t put me off staying there

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Lise

10

June 2025

We splurged for a lake view room and I'm so glad we did! The room had plenty of space for clothes storage. The balcony is small but perfect for enjoying sunsets over the lake. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Swimming pool area was nice with plenty of lounge chairs. Parking was convenient. Breakfast was extensive.

Nothing comes to mind.

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Kimberley

10

July 2025

Staff at the Hotel are absolutely lovely The hotel is clean and tidy, little dated in a few areas but nothing concerning! Hotel is ideally set on the lake and roughly 7-10mins walk into the centre of Malcesine.

Breakfast was very much the same every day and not very warm

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Laura

9.1

July 2024

It is placed excellently at Garda's shore, it has spacious rooms, well equiped with everything one needs. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We had breakfast on the terrace near the lake with the best view, the food was diverse and good

I booked it last minute and got a room with a weird view, it was a semi-basement with very high windows that opened right at the pool area near the floor. It wasn't bad necessarily, but weird.

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Ulrik

9.1

July 2024

Superior service at both reception and bar/restaurant! Arriving by motorcycle in the summer heat I was offered a cold refreshment drink even before I had checked in. Very much appreciated! Great private parking. Hotel location is breathtaking just a few meters in front of the lake. Outstanding breakfast with all possible selections and ability to enjoy it with Lake Garda in front of you!!

Somewhat dated rooms, but not an issue.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Excelsior Bay

Attractions

Valpolicella

15.6mi

Garda Thermal Park (Parco Termale del Garda)

20mi

Sirmione

22.4mi

St. Zeno Maggiore Church (Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore)

23.3mi

Verona Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Matricolare)

23.4mi

Castel San Pietro

23.4mi

Basilica di Sant’Anastasia

23.6mi

Scaliger Tombs (Arche Scaligere)

23.6mi

Castelvecchio Bridge (Ponte Scaligero)

23.6mi

Piazza dei Signori (Piazza Dante)

23.6mi

Piazza delle Erbe

23.6mi

Juliet’s House (Casa di Giulietta)

23.7mi

Verona Arena

23.8mi

Nicolis Museum

27.1mi

Sigurtà Park (Parco Giardino Sigurtà)

27.9mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • With view

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Hotel Excelsior Bay

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

View

Bidet

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Hotel Excelsior Bay

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property