Hotel

Bella Hotel

25010 Portese BS, Italy, Italy30–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:30–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Brescia Ghedi Airport (VBS), 45 minutes

Bella Hotel occupies a restored 1920s lakeside villa on the shores of Lake Garda, originally built as a private residence for a Brescia industrialist before its transformation into a boutique hospitality venue in 2008. The property retains its Belle Époque architectural details while featuring modern event spaces that open directly onto the water. Located in Portese, the hotel offers 28 individually appointed guest rooms and direct access to 150 meters of private lakefront.

Highlights

Original 1920s villa with Belle Époque architecture, fully restored in 2008
28 guest rooms on-site for wedding parties and guests
150 meters of private Lake Garda waterfront with ceremony terrace
Indoor capacity of 120 guests, outdoor lakeside terrace for up to 150
Google rating: 4.6/5 stars

Quick facts

Capacity30–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportVBS

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Plan your wedding at Bella Hotel

Getting there

Brescia Ghedi Airport (VBS)

45 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€60-90 per vehicle

45 minutes · Hotel can arrange transfers from Brescia airport directly to venue

Train

€15-25 per person

Approximately 1 hour total · Brescia train station to Desenzano (15 min), then taxi/shuttle to Portese (20 min)

Self-drive

Fuel and parking

55 minutes from Brescia airport · Via A4 autostrada toward Brescia, then SS572 toward Lake Garda; ample parking at venue

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800-1,200 (includes setup, venue rental, and basic catering)

Reception (per guest)

€75-120 (dependent on menu selection and season)

Accommodation (per night)

€120-200 per room (group rates available for 10+ rooms)

Estimated total

€12,000-22,000 for 100 guests with accommodation

Final pricing depends on guest count, menu selections, season (peak summer rates higher), and included services. Contact hotel directly for customized quotes.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

18:00Guest arrival and check-in at hotel; welcome cocktail on lakefront terrace

Saturday

14:00Guest arrival continues; lunch available at hotel restaurant

17:30Ceremony begins on lakefront terrace overlooking Lake Garda

18:30Aperitivo and cocktail hour on terrace

20:00Dinner reception in interior hall or garden room

Sunday

09:00Farewell breakfast buffet; guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we have both ceremony and reception at the hotel?

Yes. Bella Hotel offers multiple event spaces including a lakefront terrace for ceremonies and an interior dining hall with garden views for receptions.

Do you offer accommodation for wedding guests?

Bella Hotel has 28 rooms available. The venue offers group rates for wedding parties booking multiple rooms.

What is the maximum guest capacity?

The outdoor lakeside terrace accommodates up to 150 guests, while the indoor space seats 120 for seated dinners.

Are there nearby restaurants and activities?

Portese village offers local dining options. Lake Garda attractions include water sports, wine regions, and historic towns within 30 minutes of the venue.

What seasons are available for weddings?

The hotel operates year-round. Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) offer mild weather, while summer attracts guests for lakeside celebrations.