We were met by the owner on arrival who offered us a glass of wine before showing us to our room. This was generously sized with a very comfortable bed and a humongous, well-equipped, stylish bathroom. We were only staying for a night (a pity) and had driven all the way from Rome so didn't fancy going into Mantua for dinner. Instead the owner recommended a fantastic pizza restaurant five minutes away that really did the job. The next morning we were served a wonderful breakfast, all freshly prepared and including homemade cake, what could be better?

We were only staying for a night, but at least we know where to stay when we want to visit Mantua properly!

The room was spacious, bathroom luxurious, comfortable bed, plenty of wardrobe space and all we needed in the room. Breakfast was the best we had on our trip, restaurant recommendations top and we were loaned bikes to get in and out of Mantova. A great stay, with wonderful service

We were a little further out of town than expected but it actually worked really well.

The place is beautiful, authentic and has a lot of charm - but still with a modern bathroom and comfy rooms. What we loved the most though was the welcome of Giulia & Giovanni, who you can feel have put their heart and soul into the place, and it makes us feels right at home. I can only recommend booking a dinner there - we had a delicious meal from entree to dessert, homemade by Giulia, which had nothing to envy to fancy restaurants, but with down to earth atmosphere and local tasty products (we also loved Giovanni's wine pairing!).

We regret having booked just one day (and in the winter), next time we'll come back for a long weekend in the spring to enjoy the place, garden and surroundings!

- Giovanni and Giulia are the most amazing hosts and their love and passion for the place translates to an amazing stay - The rooms are beautiful and unique - The food is amazing (Giulia can compete with any fine dining experience) - It‘s very tranquil, yet close to the town centre (their are bikes you can borrow) - The hosts provide great recommendations and even help with reservations!

The breakfast is the best I have ever. Fresh fruits from the garden, homemade cheese and cakes. It’s wonderful. The room decorations with 18c furnitures and color of wall were so special. The time on Corte Mantovanella was true Italian.

We had the best time there and were sad that we stayed only for one night. We arrived late in the evening and still got a really warm welcome. The place had a fantastic breakfast, and everything was excellent and unique. We would definitely come back.

Amazing place! Giulia and her husband were terrific hosts for our short stay. The food was DIVINE! Pro tip: when you reserve the room get dinner reservations!! The room was incredible! Old town feel with the very best and coolest design touches. Most comfortable bed and pillows!! The morning we left we were rushed but they brought out a small pear tart and grape tart and gave us coffee.... breakfast is bigger but they wanted us to have something. Delicious! You need a few days here and some to visit Mantova! We will be back.

It was perfect. No joke. Nothing to change except more time there!

Staying with Giulia & Giovanni was an absolutely incredible experience. In every little detail (from the rooms to the breakfast) you can feel the love and dedication those two put into hosting guests. And that makes all the difference. We enjoyed dinner with them for 2 nights and while we read the good reviews we were blown away. Giulia cooked a 5 course tasting menu that you would expect in a fine dining restaurant and Giovanni served amazing wines with it. During the days we took bikes provided by the property to town and explored villages nearby - all the while following Giovannis great recommendations. I really recommend staying for more than a night to enjoy the property, town and surrounding nature. Overall I cannot overstate how welcome those 2 made us feel and I am convinced that if they continue like this we will have troubles getting a room the next time we come as they will be booked out for months.

We loved the style of the hotel, a 16th century building which has been lovingly restored with wonderful contemporary touches by the young couple who own it. They are absolutely charming and deliver an unforgettable personal touch, not least in the breakfast and dinner menu complemented by an excellent wine list. Giulia is a gifted cook and Giovanni a marvelous host with an endless source of information about Mantova and its surroundings.

The experience surpassed our expectations and could not have been better.

Just WOW! I don’t know where to start. This place has it all: great food, a lovely garden, calmness, nice and helpful owners, bikes to cruise around the area, absolutely clean rooms with so many lovely details. Even the bathroom is an outstanding experience in itself. Above all there is so much soul and love and effort put into this place by the owners which makes it to a real gem. If you have the chance to stay here don’t hesitate - go for it! It will take your trip to another level.

Nothing to complain about at all!