A quintessential Italian story.
The destiny of the poet D’Annunzio, Alfa Romeo, Count Feltrinelli, the authentic food prepared by a grandmother and the mysterious beauty of the lake come together at Villa Sostaga to create a fantastic tale.
From this tale, Villa Sostaga comes to life.
The building, dating back to the end of the nineteenth century, was conceived by Count Giuseppe Feltrinelli. His idea was to establish a hunting residence in the middle of a wood of 40 hectares, situated on a hill just a few kilometres from Gargnano, one of the most enchanting locations of Lake Garda.
Later, the architect Alberico Belgiojoso transformed Villa Sostaga into a private summer residence.
In 2004, Gabriele Seresina, after a life dedicated to motor races with Alfa Romeo and Opel, also taking part in the “24-Hour Le Mans”, decided to take care of the estate. He placed endless passion into the restoring process and brought it back to the ancient splendours.
One year later, the Hotel Villa Sostaga opened its doors. A new star was born. Guests can perceive the attention to the details, the authenticity of the place, feeling themselves immediately at home.
Lady Gabriella – mother of Gabriele Seresina and personal cook of Gabriele D’Annunzio – was a passionate expert of design and, of course, a gifted gastronome. Her talent you can still find un the furniture that she carefully chooses and the restaurant, where her lesson is a valued legacy. Her recipes, just like her ancient remedies and sublime alcoholic preparations, have survived over a succession of decades up to today.

Recently revamped by the Seresina family, in total respect of the “classic” allure which has always characterised it, the building consists of 19 rooms – with lake or park view – divided between the main building and the Meridiana Annexe.
The inner areas are studied to guarantee tranquillity and relaxation expected in a private villa.
Like in the best novel, where Nature is a relevant character on the scene, at Villa Sostagna, the Lake Garda is a perpetual guest. Tranquillity and charm. Celestial panoramas and refined furnishings. Gentle notes of comfort to etch on the “music sheet” of your heart.