Hotel Porto Azzurro
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, for most travellers this is the smart booking in Sirmione: a 9.0 guest score at about half the city's median price. The catch is distance, since the castle and the old town are a long walk away.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits, and who should skip it
Hotel Porto Azzurro is our Best Value pick in Sirmione. It suits couples and families who want a quiet base by the lake, a strong breakfast and free parking, and who do not mind taking a bus or driving into the old town. Family rooms, a garden and an outdoor pool are listed.
Skip it if you want to walk out of the door into the historic centre. The hotel is in Colombare di Sirmione, not next to the castle. If you plan several evenings in the old town without a car, factor in the extra time.
Location and getting around
The address is Salvo D'acquisto 4, in Colombare di Sirmione. On our straight-line estimates, Scaligero Castle is 2.4 km away, about 30 minutes on foot, and the Grottoes of Catullus 3.5 km, about 44 minutes. That second walk is far, so plan on public transport or a taxi. Gardaland is 8.7 km away, close to two hours on foot, so it is a trip by car, bus or taxi.
Guests describe the setting as quiet and near the lake, with a bus stop outside for getting into town. The provider gives the location 9.0 out of 10. Free parking is listed, which helps if you are touring the lake by car.
What guests say
The score is 9.0 out of 10 from 2,493 guest reviews, a large sample. Breakfast is the standout: guests describe an extensive buffet with many sweet and savoury options. The property lists continental, Italian, vegetarian, gluten-free and buffet styles.
Location is the other theme, praised for being quiet and close to the lake. Our data shows no recurring complaint, but that does not mean there are no weak points. Room size, noise and the state of the rooms have not been assessed, so read recent reviews for your room type.
Price, and how it compares with our other Sirmione picks
Reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov, 2 adults, one room) were about €84.60 a night. The sample median in Sirmione was €172.84, so this sat 51% below it. These are not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Hotel Riel (3 stars, 8.6), was about €65.60 a night, roughly €19 less. Our Luxury pick, Grand Hotel Terme Sirmione (5 stars, 9.0), was about €268. The Grand Hotel scores the same but costs more than three times as much. Porto Azzurro gives you the same guest rating, a pool and free parking at a mid-range price.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 9 eligible properties in Sirmione. Our Best Value slot balances guest score, number of reviews and the reference price, so it is not simply the cheapest hotel. Porto Azzurro was joint third on guest score among the 9, had one of the larger review counts, and was priced at about half the median.
Listed facilities are a pool (an outdoor pool is named), free parking, family rooms, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a garden. Opening times and any fees are not confirmed.
Before you book
In November, check whether the outdoor pool is open, since seasonal hours are not confirmed. Confirm whether breakfast is included in your rate and read the cancellation terms. If you will rely on the bus, check the timetable for your dates, including evenings.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is Hotel Porto Azzurro from Sirmione Castle?
About 2.4 km, roughly 30 minutes on foot on our straight-line estimate. Guests mention a bus stop outside for getting into town.
Does Hotel Porto Azzurro have free parking?
Free parking is listed by the property. Confirm availability when you book, especially if you arrive late.
Is the pool open in November?
That is not confirmed. An outdoor pool is listed, so ask the hotel whether it operates on your dates.
How much does it cost?
Reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults were about €84.60 a night. Check today's price for your dates.
Is it good for families?
Family rooms, a garden and a pool are listed, and guests describe the setting as quiet. Gardaland is 8.7 km away, so you will need a car, bus or taxi to get there.