On the western shore of the Lake Garda in Italy, above the Bay of Salò, the Hamburg-based DSR Hotel Holding has established its first Italian resort with the A-ROSA Lago di Garda. The property extends across a series of terraced levels along the hillside, with views across the lake to the opposite shore at Torri del Benaco and Malcesine. The resort opened in summer 2024, and since the first full season in 2025, Massimo Supino has served as hotel director. Pebble beaches, the lakeside promenade and the old town are all within around 15 minutes' walk from the rooms.
Location in Salò on the western shore of Lake Garda
Salò is situated in the Province of Brescia in Lombardy and has a population of around 10,000, according to the Comune di Salò . The town, set on a deep bay, has been regarded as an elegant lakeside resort since the 19th century and today boasts villas, boutiques and restaurants along its long promenade. Salò is accessible from Verona and Milan via the A4 Serenissima motorway, and from the north via the A22 Brenner motorway. The nearest airports are Verona Catullo and Bergamo Orio al Serio. The resort itself is situated on the hillside above the old town, with direct views over the lake. Day trips to Verona, Venice, Mantua or Brescia are all easily arranged from here, as are excursions to the Monte Baldo nature park on the opposite shore.
Rooms and suites with lake views
The property offers 99 rooms and suites across various categories, all with their own garden or balcony. Every room features a standard king-size double bed measuring 2.00 by 2.10 metres. At the top of the range is the A-ROSA Suite, complete with a generous terrace and private Jacuzzi. The interior design favours light natural tones, wood and stone, drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean surroundings. The terraced hillside layout means that many rooms are oriented towards the lake.
1,900-square-metre spa with four saunas
The centrepiece of the resort is the spa, covering 1,900 square metres. It includes a heated indoor pool and three outdoor pools, two of which are heated, as well as four saunas with daily changing Aufguss ceremonies. Further features include an ice fountain, cold-water plunge pool, several relaxation rooms and outdoor sunbathing areas. Treatment rooms and private spa suites are available for therapies. There is also a spa bar, a fitness area and a yoga room. The spa is designed both as a complement to a day at the beach in summer and as a retreat during the cooler months.
Cuisine from the Josper grill and bar by the pool
The cuisine at the A-ROSA Lago di Garda combines Italian and local specialities with international influences. The main restaurant opens onto a generous terrace and courtyard; mornings bring a breakfast service with live cooking stations, while evenings feature a dinner buffet with à-la-carte additions. The centrepiece of the kitchen is a Josper charcoal grill, used for preparing fish, meat and vegetables. The dining offer is further complemented by a bistro and two bars, including a bar beside the garden pool serving pizza, pasta and dolci. The drinks list features wines from the region and neighbouring growing areas, alongside spirits and cocktails.
Outdoor activities on and around Lake Garda
For guests seeking an active stay, the resort offers a programme of walking, cycling and watersports. The Lake Garda is one of Italy's most important sailing and windsurfing destinations , with the northern stretches around Riva and Malcesine particularly well known for these pursuits. From the hotel, excursions can be arranged along the Gardesana roads hugging the western shore, to the lemon terraces near Limone sul Garda, or into the Naturpark Alto Garda Bresciano . On the southern shore, Sirmione with the Grotte di Catullo is a classic day-trip destination, while Verona with its Arena is around 45 minutes away and Venice approximately two hours.
The A-ROSA brand in context
The brand A-ROSA belongs to the DSR Hotel Holding, headquartered in Hamburg. According to the operators, the brand portfolio comprised eight A-ROSA resorts in 2025, with the DSR Group managing a total of 35 properties. Existing resorts include locations in Travemünde, Kitzbühel and Sylt, among others. The A-ROSA Lago di Garda in Salò is the brand's first property in Italy, extending the portfolio to include a Mediterranean destination. The DSR Hotel Holding has been wholly owned by the DERTOUR Group, part of the REWE Group, since August 2026.
