Palazzo Arrivabene

Palazzo Arrivabene and Mantua were a highlight of our trip, traveling as a multigenerational family. Claudio and his mother Reni are the consummate hosts. The palazzo is beautiful and our rooms were spacious, clean and comfortably appointed. It is central to the sites in Mantua and Claudio offered many recommendations for what to see and where to eat. Breakfast was exquisite with an expansive offering including delicious homemade cakes. Thank you for so warmly welcoming us into your home. We can’t wait to come back. We have traveled all over the world and all agree that Palazzo Arrivabene was truly special. It’s more than just a place to stay, Reni and Claudio welcomed us into their home. We feel privileged to have been their guests.

On our recent trip through Italy, staying at the Palazzo Arrivabene far stands out as the best hotel experience, we stayed at! Upon arrival we were overwhelmed with the beauty and elegance of the restored Palazzo of which there are common rooms, and a balcony is which you are invited and encouraged to sit and use on your own. Our room was quiet, comfortable and very clean. The owner, Signora Luciana and her son, Claudio though are the heart of this establishment. Rarely have I been so received with such a warm and elegant welcoming! At breakfast in the morning Signora Luciana herself was present making sure we had everything we needed and even sharing some of her recipes with other guests. Claudio personally made a phone call for me to arrange a meeting with a mutual friend who lives in Mantova. I encourage anyone considering staying here or even making a trip to Mantova to decide to do it and stay at this establishment you will not be disappointed and pleased that you did. A word of warning is that this Palazzo does have some stairs but if possible and you can manage them it is well worth it! Siga Luciana .... la ringrazio e mi sento che dopo averla incontrata ho una nuova amica a Mantova.

Two night stay. We are very glad we stayed there and would do it again. Highlights: - location is quite good; 7 minute walk from train station, and 10 minute walk to Palazzo Ducale and busy piazza areas - very friendly and warm welcome; service was great - clean and comfortable stay - free run of the house; we enjoyed sitting in their amazing foyer, living room/library and terrace - our room was up on 3rd floor; no elevator - wifi was a bit spotty at times - breakfast was varied and fresh; the owner’s mother would bake fresh tarts and make zabaglione for breakfast!