Hotel Terme Igea Suisse

This hotel was such a pleasant surprise. We wanted to stay in Padova but everytime we put in for a hotel in Padova it redirected us to Abano Terme. Once we visited Padova we realized that there are not that many hotels there, it is mostly a university town. Anyway, we went with the Abano Terme location. We travelled by train and were surprised that there isn't an open train depot there, just a number to call for a taxi. So be sure if you arrive by train you have a phone. Once in Abano Terme to get to Padova is a 25 minute bus ride, you walk 2 minutes to the stop and it costs 10.40 Euros for two people round trip. Very easy to take and we spent a great day in Padova. The same bus will take you to the Padova train terminal if you are travelling by train. The taxi cost 13 Euros, the hotel is situated in the pedestrian free zone which is lovely. It feels like you are staying at an old folks home, there are so many wonderful senior citizens staying there. The dining room is huge and the breakfast has everything you could want (although nothing hot like bacon and eggs or pancakes if that is what you were looking for.) Coffee is excellent. Service is also excellent. They had a dance for the seniors on the last night we were there and they played a lot of polkas for the mostly German crowd, they were having a great time. The best part of this hotel is the pool. It is a thermal pool, inside and outside and has many Jacuzzi jet areas. The water is warm and salty and it is just so nice to spend time in the water. There is a sauna and the lounging areas inside and out are fantastic. We so loved the pool/spa area.

The room is not super decorated, very simple, but very clean. Bathroom a decent size with shower. Had a balcony which was a nice touch, but only one chair.