PLACES TO STAY IN LAKE COMO
Choosing the best place to stay in Lake Como is not easy, especially if you live far away. There are so many towns to visit that you may have many doubts about what kind of accommodation to choose and in which part of the lake to stay overnight.
First of all I want to reassure you: no matter where you stay, if you spend at least 3 nights on Lake Como, I am sure you will be able to see many of the beauties that make this area of Italy famous throughout the world. In fact, in addition to any private services, you can count on public transportation (via boat or bus) to take you anywhere you want.
Take some time to read the guides I’ve prepared on some of the main villages (more guides coming soon!) and choose your favorite place to stay on Lake Como. When you’re ready to book, take a look at the selection of accommodations I’ve carefully put together!
The landscapes of Lake Como offer the ideal setting for a romantic vacation for couples: this area is in fact a beloved stop on honeymoons of newlyweds from all over the world, who love to get lost in the alleys of fancy towns such as Como, Bellagio and Varenna.
Here, among historical stores and typical restaurants, there are charming boutique hotels that will make your stay on Lake Como really special. Elegant accommodations and villages with a unique charm, full of corners and views to admire: what else could you want from your romantic getaway?
So, if you are a romantic couple and are looking for where to stay on Lake Como, discover some of the most beautiful romantic hotels!
Palazzo Albricci Peregrini
Boutique hotel in Como
Town center
Bar
Garden
Palazzo Albricci Peregrini has free bikes, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Como. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property offers a paid airport shuttle service and a continental or buffet breakfast.
Suites&Atelier Lake Como
Boutique hotel in Como
Town center
Room service
Pet-friendly
Featuring a bar, shared lounge, garden and free WiFi, Suites&Atelier Lake Como is located in Como, a few steps from the funicular and a 7-minute walk from Como Cathedral. The property provides room service and currency exchange for guests. A continental breakfast is available every morning.
Hotel La Perla
3-star hotel in Tremezzina
Swimming pool
Lakeview
Terrace
La Perla Hotel provides panoramic views across Lake Como from its peaceful location in the hills above Tremezzo. It is surrounded by olive trees and has an outdoor pool. Most of La Perla’s rooms have their own balcony and great views. You can walk down to Tremezzo in around 15 minutes.
Charming Bellagio Boutique Hotel
Boutique hotel in Bellagio
Swimming pool
Garden
Spa
A 5-minute walk from Lake Como shores, Charming Bellagio features air-conditioned rooms in Bellagio. The property offers its guests a wide garden with swimming pool and free WiFi access in all areas. Boasting garden or lake views, each room provides a flat-screen TV and a balcony or patio.
DBH – Boutique Hotel Lake Como
Boutique hotel in Como
Town center
Parking
DBH Boutique Hotel is located a few steps from Como Cathedral. The property has a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a safety deposit box, TV and private bathroom.
Tosca House
B&B in Varenna
Town center
Lake view
Pet-friendly
Located less than a 5-minute walk from the shores of Lake Como, Tosca House offers free WiFi and a terrace with partial lake views. Featuring parquet floors, rooms provide a balcony and a private bathroom complete with a shower and bidet. Guests can also enjoy a terrace and shared lounge.
If all you want from your vacation is to feel truly pampered, then a luxury hotel is just what you need. Lake Como (especially in the central area that includes Tremezzina, Menaggio and Bellagio) hosts magnificent palaces located in unique natural settings.
In these luxury hotels you can receive advice from expert concierges and enjoy top-notch amenities such as spas, wellness centers, floating pools, gyms, and more. Everything you need to put your everyday life on pause and indulge in a few extra treats.
Here is a selection of the most beautiful luxury hotels on Lake Como!
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
5-star hotel in Tremezzina
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Spa
Offering stunning views of Lake Como and Bellagio, Grand Hotel Tremezzo is a 3-minute walk from Villa Carlotta. It features a modern wellness center, numerous dining options and 3 swimming pools. Rooms and suites come with elegant décor. Most offer lake views, some include a terrace with hot tub.
Vista Palazzo
5-star hotel in Como
Town center
Restaurant
Lake view
Only steps away from the shores of Lake Como, Vista Palazzo is set in Como, next to the ferry terminal. Featuring elegant décor, all units are air-conditioned and come with a TV, electric kettle and mini-bar. Cable Car to Brunate and train stations are just a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Filario Hotel & Residences
4-star hotel in Lezzeno
Swimming pool
Bar
Lake view
Featuring a panoramic location in Lezzeno and an infinity pool with views of Lake Como, Filario offers a restaurant and luxuriously furnished rooms with a lake-view balcony. The Filario has a direct access to its private beach, and a watertaxi service from the hotel is also available on request.
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni
5-star hotel in Bellagio
Swimming pool
Spa
Private beach
Villa Serbelloni stands at the end of the Bellagio promontory, with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It features 2 gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spa with beauty center. The grand hall, the Salone Reale, features splendid chandeliers in Murano glass.
Mandarin Oriental
5-star hotel in Blevio
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Spa
Boasting a wellness center and views over Lake Como, Mandarin Oriental offers elegant rooms and suites, with two stand-alone villas. It features a fine restaurant, two pools, free parking and vast gardens. The wellness center includes 2 massage rooms, 2 private spa suites, a sun deck and more.
Hotel Royal Victoria
4-star hotel in Varenna
Town center
Swimming pool
Spa
Offering panoramic views, Hotel Royal Victoria features lush gardens, a swimming pool, two restaurants and a wellness center with a sauna and a steam bath. Each room comes with TV, WiFi and air conditioning. Some have a balcony with a view across the lake.
If you’re traveling with your family, you’re probably looking for a location that’s easy to get to, and a convenient starting point for your adventures. In this case, I would recommend staying in Como: it is the largest city on the lake (although it preserves the characteristic charm of historic villages), you can easily get there by train and it offers playgrounds and places to walk in nature at a stone’s throw from the city.
Whether you decide to stay in Como or in another location on the lake, if you spend more than a few days you will probably find it comfortable (and cheaper) to stay in one of the beautiful apartments overlooking the lake, some of which are even pet-friendly! The best way to travel with your whole family.
Discover the best family-friendly stays in Lake Como!
Villa Vitali - Bellagio
Apartments in Bellagio
Swimming pool
Garden
Parking
Villa Vitali has accommodations with free WiFi, a playground, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free private parking. Offering a patio, some units are air-conditioned and feature a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV.
Casa Bella
Apartment in Varenna
Town center
Lake view
Pet-friendly
Casa Bella is located in the old center of Varenna, overlooking the lake shore. Free WiFi access is available. The accommodation has private bathroom, a patio and a seating area. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and an oven. You can enjoy lake and mountain views from the balcony.
Charming Bellagio
Apartments in Bellagio
Town center
Pet-friendly
Parking
Surrounded by Lake Como, these apartments are in different locations in the historic center of the Bellagio peninsula. Each is within a 10-minute walk from the beach. These units are also approximately 300 m from the pier.
Villa Monti
Apartments in Varenna
Swimming pool
Lake view
Garden
Overlooking Lake Como, Villa Monti offers a garden with an outdoor pool. It is located in Varenna, 200 m from Villa Monastero. Each apartment comes with air conditioning and a seating area a sofa bed. The well-equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher and a microwave.
Palazzo Odescalchi
Apartments in Como
Town center
Terrace
City view
Located in Como, a few steps from the Como Cathedral, Palazzo Odescalchi provides garden views and free WiFi. Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a seating area, TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom. The apartments have a terrace.
Ginevra's Terrace
Apartment in Tremezzina
Swimming pool
Lake view
Terrace
Ginevra’s Terrace is located in Tremezzo. The air-conditioned property is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with lake views. An outdoor swimming pool is available on site and both hiking and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity.
Are you looking forward to spending the vacations with your group of friends? Then you’ll probably do just fine in a private villa, where you can dine outdoors and maybe take a swim in your private pool overlooking the lake.
Staying in a private villa will give you the opportunity to feel at home away from home, with all the amenities you need to experience a top-notch vacation. Enjoy the relaxation of your garden just a few steps from the historic centers of the most beautiful Lake Como’s towns!
Take a look at the most beautiful villas and homes, carefully selected for you!
Cà Stagia
Private villa in Bellagio
Up to 8 ppl
4 bedrooms
Swimming pool
Gym
Cà Stagia offers mountain and lake views. The villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, and a washing machine. Cà Stagia also offers a children’s playground and a terrace.
Villa Sole Lake Como Pool
Private villa in Bellagio
Up to 7 ppl
4 bedrooms
Swimming pool
Gym
Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a garden, Villa Sole has accommodations in Bellagio with free WiFi and pool views. The villa comes with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, satellite TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with lake views.
Villa Magia del Lago
Private villa in Como
Up to 10 ppl
4 bedrooms
Lake view
Swimming pool
Featuring lake views, a garden and a private pool, this villa has 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. It comes with a satellite TV and the kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge, as well as an electric tea pot and a coffee machine.
Easy Welcome Perledina
Private villa in Varenna
Up to 8 ppl
4 bedrooms
Swimming pool
Lake view
Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Easy Welcome Perledina has rooms with free WiFi and garden views. The villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with lake views, in addition to the pool and a hot tub.
Villa Ponti Bellavista
Private villa in Bellagio
Up to 13 ppl
6 bedrooms
Swimming pool
Spa
Villa Ponti Bellavista offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar and air-conditioned accommodations with a patio and free WiFi. All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities. At the villa guests are welcome to use a Turkish bath and a sauna. There’s a garden with a grill and guests can go hiking nearby.
The Writer's Nest Waterfront Villa
Private villa in Faggeto Lario
Up to 7 ppl
4 bedrooms
Lake view
Town center
The unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a fireplace, a seating area with a sofa, a TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom. The villa offers a barbecue. A private beach area is available on site and both cycling and canoeing can be enjoyed within close proximity.
