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Reviews of Il giardino di Alice

18 Via Cu" Corrado Venini, 23829 Varenna, Italy

#129 of 156 vacation rentals in Varenna

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 14 apartment reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.8

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  • Reviewed: October 3, 2023

    9.0
    Nice location and liked that there were 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You have to go up a few stairs to get to the accommodation so if you have heavy luggage it’s not great . They also have a Fish wholesaler in the complex who will wake you up around 7am. I found the washing machine didn’t spin the clothes very well. Needs better instructions on how to use it.

    I like the location. Having aircon in the accommodation was great as it was very hot when we were there. It was also nice and clean.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2022

    8.0
    Perfect stay for couples in Varenna
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A very slightly musty smell when we arrived but was gone as soon as the aircon on or doors opened. Otherwise it was fantastic

    Great location!! A perfect room for 2 couples as we had our own bedrooms and bathroom each. Also a great little courtyard for enjoying some vinos in the afternoon. A well appointed kitchen and even Netflix. Great communication from the staff and we were given a little booklet of vouchers for discounts at some great restaurants in Varenna. Great aircon in every room

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Great place for 2 couples. No smell from fishmonger that I’d read about
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great location. Clean neat.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Varenna is an absolutely beautiful place, from the people to the scenery. I would definitely recommend friends and family to visit.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2024

    1.0
    Over priced, completely moldy throughout, property above fish mongers 6am start, smell was terrible
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 9 nights

    Unfortunately our long awaited holiday in Lake Como was totally spoilt by Varenna Holidays , partners to Molteni real estate in Lake Como. There was a complete misrepresentation of the property, it had a great location close to Varenna piazza this being the only true statement. The unexpected part is the property is smack bang in the middle of the local fish mongers. This entailed processing and gutting of fish on the lower level then hoisting it up the third level via an external hoist which operated over the main entrance and stairs to the rented apartment. It was then hung on racks outside on the terrace then hosed down allowing all the excess fish water to cascade over the stairs and entrance and left to dry in the sun. The smell from this on a daily basis varied from day to day depending on the heat of the day from disgusting to absolutely fowl. Along with the 6am starts in the morning which started with steel process tables and racks being dragged across the outside upper tiled floor to then shouting from upper terrace to the processing shop on the ground floor between the staff. If this was not enough the property had terrible mold problems throughout even behind the bed head, as so many people who suffered with COVID our breathing is a problem at the best of times this made the problem worse over the 5 days (out of the 9 day booking) their were two couples that stayed at the property. The minor things were no hanging space or draws in the second bedroom meaning living out of a suitcase during our stay. The outside space was presented in a terrible state overgrown no shade such as an outside umbrella dirty furniture all blamed on the amount of rain that had fallen (this property has not been cared for many weeks if not months) All these concerns were bought to the attention of the Varenna holiday company on the second day of our stay and we asked to be relocated immediately to a similar property 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms with air conditioning due to being

    Location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: September 25, 2023

    5.0
    Excellent location but the property could do with some improvements
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property smells of damp and it’s visible up the walls in the lounge and kitchen. There are lots of little things that would improve the property, like towel hooks being in reach, a toilet roll holder, the wardrobe rails being in reach (there is a pole to access them which is hard). It rained heavily the day we arrived and the windows were left open so the floor needed mopping. The small bathroom is tiny and has no bench space, there is a big deep drawer on the vanity which we tried to use but it’s broken and hanging by the hinges. The bed is incredibly noisy with every movement. Please note this property would not suit anyone with mobility issues as it is up many stairs.

    The location is fantastic, so close to the town square and all that Varenna has to offer. The staff were very friendly and helpful on arrival.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2023

    10
    Lovely apartment in the heart of Varenna
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice apartment, close to train station and the centre of Varenna. Also, there is an excellent chip shop just across the road!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    4.0
    Great location but would not stay here again due to the flaking wall paint, puddles of water / wall leaks and uncomf
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dirty - walls were flaking off paint and there appears to be a leak in the walls as it was wet / puddling water. Y the floors. The paint flaking off is gross. The bathroom down hits the cabinet so you have to force it closed. The sofa bed is so uncomfy, squeaks every time you move the slightest and you can hear everything coming from next door. The linen didn’t feel clean for the sofa bed too. It needs to be updated

    Good location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: October 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 4, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2022

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