In Toscolano Maderno, on the Brescian shore of Lake Garda , the Hotel Antico Monastero is a hotel in Lombardy nestled in the greenery of a large Mediterranean park and housed in an ancient monastic complex. The atmosphere is quiet and informal, the kind that many families seek when they want to slow down the pace and spend a few days together among the lake, pool and outdoor walks.
Everything here is simple and close by: the lake is just a short walk away, Toscolano Maderno's lakefront is perfect for an evening frost, and during the day children can alternate between swimming pool, games and outdoor activities. It is the kind of facility that allows you to experience Garda lightly, without too rigid a schedule.
Swimming pools nestled in the park During the summer, a good part of the day takes place in the pool area , surrounded by the green garden. Here children can play and dive while parents enjoy a moment of relaxation on sunbeds or under umbrellas.
Next to the main pool is a dedicated children's pool , which is shallower and suitable for even the youngest children.
Hotel with direct access to the lake One of the things that families appreciate most is the direct access to Lake Garda from the hotel garden. From the park you can immediately reach the shore, with no roads to cross.Lake Garda in this stretch is swimmable and on summer days becomes a pleasant alternative to the swimming pool.
Between swims, it is nice to stroll along the lake, watch the boats go by, or stop on the Toscolano Maderno lakefront for an ice cream. One of those little experiences that make a vacation on Lake Garda special for the whole family.
The accommodations The rooms are distributed in the historic buildings of the monastery and maintain a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Spacious rooms furnished with classic charm and modern comforts are spaces designed for those traveling with children.
Rooms are available for 2, 3 or 4 people , ideal for a family that wants to stay together without sacrificing comfort. Some accommodations have balconies or terraces, and many overlook the park's greenery.
The facility is pet friendly , so you can also bring your dog with you.
Free parking is available to guests.
Activities and services for children At the Antico Monastero Hotel, children find plenty of spaces to play and move freely. In the large park surrounding the facility there are play areas and outdoor spaces , perfect for running around, inventing games and spending time outdoors.
During the summer season there is a mini club for children aged 3 to 12 years , organized by a multilingual staff that speaks Italian, German and English . Activities take place throughout the day, generally from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. , with group games, crafts, creative workshops and fun experiments designed to involve children of different ages.
The day ends with entertainment evenings dedicated to families: moments of entertainment designed to have fun together and share the relaxed atmosphere of vacations on Lake Garda.
Sports and outdoor activities For families who enjoy a dynamic vacation, multi-purpose sports courts and a tennis court are available within the park that houses the hotel, ideal for a game between parents and kids. There is also an open-air fitness station in the garden, perfect for those who want to stay active while on vacation.
Thanks to the hotel's partners, you can also rent bicycles and scooters or organize sports activities around Lake Garda.
The area is also popular with families for excursions: you can organize bike rides along the lake, walks in the paths of the Alto Garda Bresciano Park or small explorations in the villages of the Garda Riviera. The lakefront of Toscolano Maderno is also perfect for a walk with the kids, perhaps stopping for an ice cream as the sun sets over the lake.
Catering and treatment At Hotel Antico Monastero, families can choose between Bed & Breakfast or Half Board .
Mornings start with a breakfast buffet , with sweet and savory options that allow everyone to find what they prefer before heading out for a day in the fresh air.
For lunch, on warmer days, many families choose something simple and quick at the kiosk by the lake , perfect for an informal break without straying far from the beach or the hotel's garden.
In the evening, for those who choose half-board, dinner is served in the property's restaurant. The meal begins with a buffet of salads and vegetables , followed by table service with choice of two first courses and two second courses .