Hotel was clean with good facilities but standard rooms are small and do not have a bath .Meals are all buffet with only two choices for main course which would be ok for a short stay but rapidly became boring . Despite being on half board we ended up eating out in Riva . Having visited Riva before there are much better 4 star hotels in the resort at lower prices

Just back from Riva del Garda and have to say we loved the Luise. Everything about it is top notch - staff are friendly, centrally located and great pool plus sun area at the back. I noticed that some people said that due to the fact the hotel was located on the road side noise could be an issue, but it honestly wasn't for us traffic on the roads of Riva at night time is realtively sparse whilst it can get busy during the day but we were off and about at that point. I thought one of the biggest problems with Riva was actually getting there we were travelling from Bergamo and had to get a train to Verona then another to Rovereto and eventually a Taxi from there to Riva itself phew! In hindsight if one could fly into Verona direct it makes the whole trip far easier. But thumbs up to the Hotel Luise.

I have just returned from a week stay at the Hotel Luise, we had a fantastic Holiday, which was made even better by the hotel and the extremely friendly and helpful staff. Riva is a pretty town and, from what we saw, is probably the best resort on the lake.
The Luise is a modern and contemporary hotel, based about 10 mins walk from the town centre and 5-10 min walk from the lakeside (down a pedestrian/cycle path opposite the hotel). Being based slightly outside the town centre means the hotel has more space for grounds, and a swimming pool. Whereas most hotels based in the town do not have this facility. The Luise is a small-ish hotel and this works to its advantage, there was always plenty of space around the pool, and on occasion had it to ourselves. Sitting in the garden often felt more like sitting in a friends back garden rather than in hotel grounds, all adding to the charm!
We stayed in one of the most basic rooms, these feel slightly older, in terms of décor, than the rest of the hotel but everything is in good condition and the bathroom looked recently refurbished. The room was not the biggest ever, but was comfortable and contained everything needed, including a very comfortable, large double bed, mini bar, safe and efficient air conditioning. Unlike other reviews, we had absolutely no problems with noise, either from the road or other guests.
The food was excellent and probably the best I have experienced in half board accommodation. There was plenty of choice for both breakfast and dinner. The breakfast buffet included tea, coffee, choice of juices, variety of bread, toast, cereals, fresh and dried fruit, yogurts, meats, cheeses, bacon, eggs and a selection of danishes. Dinner was a 4 course buffet, with an excellent salad/starter buffet (which itself could have constituted a meal), choice of two pasta dishes, choice of two meat/fish dishes and then a selection of desserts including cakes, tarts and ice cream. We certainly ate very well!

Overall an excellent little hotel, very helpful staff and I would definitely chose this hotel again!

There are plenty of things to do in Riva and the surrounding area….
1) Walk to Torbole using the pedestrian walkway c.3km.
2) From Torbole you can follow the flat cycle path c.5km (either on bike or foot) along the river (through Vineyards and apple orchards) to Arco – very pleasant little town
3) Use the lake ferry service to go to Malcesine where you can take the cable car to the top of Monte Baldo for great views (tip here is to avoid the middle of the day as the cable car gets very busy and remember your coat – it can get chilly!)
4) Walk up to the Bastione fortress which sits in the cliffs above Riva for excellent views over Riva and the lake.
5) Visit the Varone waterfalls, just behind Riva (no. 6 Bus), possible to walk there as well. These are more spectacular in the spring.
6) We went on the lake tour, offered by Crystal, they use local guides on these trips rather than an 18yr old from the UK and so are very knowledgeable, it was great to see other towns around the lake (Garda, Lazise, Sirmone, and Gardone) that are otherwise too far to get to by the ferries.
7) We also took a coach tour up into the Dolomites, it is a long drive however the scenery is stunning and more than makes up for it – we were lucky enough for it to have snowed the day before. Again take a jacket as it was very chilly up there.
8) Plenty of watersports are offered by the centres on the lakeside
9) Lots of walking a cycling in the surrounding hills, on well marked paths.

Had an excellent time at this hotel. Beautifully decorated rooms
Food was excellent but if you get there too late you might not get what you want but all the same was lovely food with a very big choice. Staff made you feel very welcome. Lovely pool area with outside tables and chairs and a lovely play area for children
Would definately stay here again. Love Riva a beautiful place