

Giardini dell’Arena Relais Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Giardini dell’Arena Relais, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. But walking up to this 4-star gem, you immediately get why it’s earned such solid ratings (we’re talking 8.9 out of 10 here). There’s something refreshingly understated about the place that made me think, “okay, these people actually get hospitality.”
What really struck me was how the property manages to feel both polished and lived-in at the same time. You know those hotels that are so pristine they make you nervous to touch anything? This isn’t that. The interiors have this warm, residential quality – think carefully chosen antiques mixed with modern comfort, the kind of place where you can actually picture yourself settling in for more than just a night. I mean, the attention to detail is there without being fussy about it. The staff clearly takes pride in what they do, and honestly, it shows in those little moments that matter – like remembering how you take your coffee or suggesting the quieter room when they notice you’ve got work calls planned.
The location thing is interesting too. You’re not right in the thick of tourist chaos, but you’re not stranded either. I found myself walking to most places I wanted to go, and when I didn’t feel like walking, getting around was pretty straightforward. What I really appreciated was the neighborhood feel – you’ll see locals going about their day, which always makes a place feel more authentic to me. The mornings are particularly nice here, actually. There’s this gentle energy that builds throughout the day, but early on it’s just peaceful enough that you can sit with your thoughts and plan out what you want to tackle. Parking wasn’t a nightmare either, which – let’s be real – can make or break a stay sometimes. I did notice things get a bit busier during peak season (which probably explains why booking ahead is smart), but even then it never felt overwhelming. The only minor thing I’d mention is that if you’re someone who needs absolute silence to sleep, you might want to ask about room placement when you check in – not that it’s particularly noisy, just that some rooms face more active areas than others. But honestly? That’s pretty standard for most places, and the overall experience here is solid enough that it’s hardly worth worrying about.


Reviews of Giardini dell’Arena Relais
Susana from Spain – 6 April 2025 (9/10)
Muy buena la experiencia, buena ubicación, cerca de todo y muy a mano
Giorgia from Italy – 24 March 2025 (9/10)
Gianluca from Italy – 21 March 2025 (9/10)
Struttura accogliente e pulita, personale molto disponibile. Posizione ad hoc a 2 passi da Piazza Bra ed ottimo collegamento con i mezzi pubblici.
La consiglio vivamenteUmberto from Italy – 20 March 2025 (9/10)
Camera Turandot mozzafiato, in sintonia con lo stile di Verona
Stanza curata in ogni minimo particolare e lo staff puntuale e attento.Serena from Italy – 10 March 2025 (9/10)
Struttura accogliente, pulita e in posizione super centrale! L’allestimento delle camere è meraviglioso
Fabio from Italy – 2 March 2025 (9/10)
Posizione centrale, vicinanza a tutti i servizi camera FAVOLOSA. Accoglienza dello staff appena arrivati.
Francesca from Italy – 1 March 2025 (9/10)
Arredo scelto con cura. Struttura pulita e location centrale.
Ottima accoglienza da parte dello staff. Tornerò senz’altro!
What could be improved: –Anna from Italy – 9 February 2025 (9/10)
Enrico from Italy – 5 February 2025 (9/10)
Struttura molto accogliente in posizione centralissima.
Donatella from Italy – 3 February 2025 (4/10)
La posizione
What could be improved: Le stanze ..poco accogliente
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Piazza Bra: 600 m
- Verona Arena: 550 m
- Canossa Palace: 100 m
- Ponte Scaligero: 500 m
- Palazzo Malfatti: 400 m
- Arsenale Austriaco: 700 m
- I Portoni della Bra: 450 m
- Castelvecchio Bridge: 350 m
- Castelvecchio Museum: 250 m
- Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II: 400 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Enocibus: 0 m
- Restaurant La Vecia Mescola: 150 m
- Restaurant Caffetteria Bar Cinque Stelle: 0 m
Top attractions:
- Piazza Erbe: 800 m
- Ponte Pietra: 1.4 km
- Juliet’s Tomb: 1.2 km
- Romeo’s House: 1.1 km
- Scaliger Tombs: 1 km
- Montorio Castle: 6 km
- Giulietta’s House: 950 m
- Torre dei Lamberti: 900 m
- Piazzale Castel San Pietro: 1.8 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Lake Garda: 14 km
- Forest Val Galina e Progno Borago: 8 km
Ski lifts:
- Gaibana: 44 km
- Valon J-bar: 44 km
- Malga San Giorgio Magic Carpet: 44 km
Public transport:
- Bus Verona Bus station: 1.7 km
- Train Verona Porta Nuova Scalo: 2.1 km
- Train Verona Porta Nuova Train Station: 1.9 km
Closest airports:
- Verona Airport: 9 km
- Montichiari Airport: 70 km
Facilities
View:
- City view
- Landmark view
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
General:
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Terrace
Services:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Lockers
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Transport:
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
- Italian
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Lockers
- Lift


House Rules at Giardini dell’Arena Relais
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 19:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 10:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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