Cookie Policy 🍪

This policy is intended to explain the types and methods of use of cookies, as well as to provide instructions for refusing or deleting cookies present on the website www.gardastays.com (hereinafter the "Site").

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that the sites visited by the user send and record on their computer or mobile device, to be then re-transmitted to the same sites on the next visit. Thanks to cookies, a site remembers the user's actions and preferences (such as login data, chosen language, font sizes, other display settings, etc.) so that they do not have to be indicated again when the user returns to visit said site or navigates from one page to another.

Consent Management

Upon first access to the Site, the user is shown a banner containing a brief policy. By interacting with the banner (e.g., clicking on "Accept" or continuing navigation as indicated), the user consents to the use of cookies other than essential technical ones. Consent can be modified or revoked at any time by following the instructions on this page (see "How to disable cookies").

Types of Cookies used by the Site

The Site uses different types of cookies for different purposes. Below is the detailed list.

1. Technical and Navigation Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the Site. They allow page navigation, content sharing, storage of login credentials to speed up entry to the site, and maintaining preferences and credentials active during browsing and the purchase/booking experience. Without these cookies, the Site or portions of it may not function correctly.

• Lodgify Infrastructure Services (Channel Manager & Booking Engine)
  The technological core of this site is based on the Lodgify platform. Cookies are used to manage the user session, selected calendar dates, the booking cart, and form security.
  Provider: Codebay Solutions Ltd (Lodgify)
  Purpose: Booking management, online check-in, calendar synchronization, session maintenance.
  Privacy Policy: lodgify.com/privacy
• Cloudflare & Google Cloud CDN
  These services are used for content distribution (images, styles) and site security (DDoS protection, firewall).
  Provider: Cloudflare Inc. / Google Inc.
  Data collected: Indispensable technical cookies, IP address.
  Policy: Cloudflare Policy | Google Policy
• Google Fonts
  Service for displaying external font styles.
  Provider: Google Ireland Limited
  Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Google reCAPTCHA
  SPAM protection service for contact and booking forms.
  Provider: Google Ireland Limited
  Policy: Google Privacy Policy

2. Analytical Cookies (Statistics)

These cookies are used to collect information on the use of the Site by users in an anonymous and aggregated form (number of visitors, pages visited, time spent on the site, etc.). This information is used for statistical purposes and to improve the Site.

• Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
  The site uses Google Analytics to analyze traffic. We have activated options for IP address anonymization.
  Provider: Google Ireland Limited
  Data collected: Cookies and anonymized usage data.
  Place of processing: Ireland / USA
  Policy: Google Privacy Policy
  Opt-out: Disable Google Analytics

3. Profiling, Marketing, and Third-Party Cookies

These cookies are used to track user navigation on the web and create profiles on their tastes, habits, choices, etc. With these cookies, advertising messages can be transmitted to the user's terminal in line with the preferences already expressed by the user during online navigation. We also include social widgets and newsletter services in this category.

• Newsletter and Contact Management (Mailchimp)
  We use Mailchimp to send newsletters and promotional communications. Emails sent may contain web beacons (transparent pixels) that allow us to know if the message has been opened and if links have been clicked.
  Provider: Intuit Inc. (Mailchimp)
  Place of processing: USA
  Policy: Intuit Privacy Statement
• YouTube Video Widget
  Service for viewing video content within the site. Google may install cookies to track video usage and user preferences.
  Provider: Google Ireland Limited
  Cookies used: VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, YSC, PREF
  Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Interaction with Social Networks (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  The Site incorporates buttons and widgets for sharing and interacting with social networks. When the user uses these features, social platforms may collect data (via cookies) related to the visit.
  Facebook Policy | Instagram Policy | LinkedIn Policy
• Live Chat (Tawk.to) (If activated)
  Live chat service for immediate customer support.
  Provider: Tawk.to Inc.
  Policy: Tawk.to Privacy Policy

How to disable Cookies (Opt-Out)

The user can manage cookie preferences directly within their browser and prevent – for example – third parties from installing them. Through browser preferences, it is also possible to delete cookies installed in the past.

Here are the guides for the main browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

To specifically disable third-party advertising tracking cookies, we recommend using the tool provided by Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.com

Since the installation of Cookies and other tracking systems operated by third parties through the services used within this Site cannot be technically controlled in full by the Controller, any specific reference to Cookies and tracking systems installed by third parties is to be considered indicative. To obtain complete information, the User is invited to consult the privacy policy of any third-party services listed in this document.

Last update: December 2025