Albergo Milano

Lake Como
5 nights, 7 nights
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Activities/Interests

Waterfront

£ 870 per person - 5 nights

Highlights

Small and unpretentious, this gem of a hotel is in a prime position on the shores of Lake Como.

The lack of big hotels and its position mid-lake make Varenna one of the best base for lake Como, in addition there is also a rail station with direct trains to Milan.

The small size of the hotel allows for personal attention and lots of local recommendations.

Rooms:

16 rooms (4 with front lake view) and 3 self catering apartments

From

from £ 870 per person

Including

5 nights sharing a Double room with frontal lake view and balcony

Daily breakfast

Rail tickets and airport transfers

Travel planning

We can help you with

International flights

Boat hire and garden visits

Excursion to Milan and on the Bernina Express

Overview

The Albergo Milano is housed in a traditional early 20th century lakeside building in the heart of Varenna and with picture-postcard views of Lake Como. Painted in warm shades of ochre, mustard and sienna red, and set amidst a sea of terracotta-tiled roofs, the hotel is an excellent choice for anyone seeking authenticity and a fairly informal atmosphere.

Rooms

Original features blend with contemporary style and facilities in the rooms. The main hotel bedrooms are located on two floors and feature terraces or balconies, while additional rooms are available in the Casa Rossa, a sister building just 50m from the hotel. There is also the option of staying in an apartment, the perfect option for families or groups of friends.

Dining

The restaurant La Vista has glorious views of the lake through the large windows and from the terrace, where dinner is served during the summer. The restaurant offers an à la carte menu with regional and national dishes in addition to vegetarian options. A terrace bar is open throughout the day and evening.

 

There are plenty of restaurants close by if you prefer to dine out.

Facilities

Hotel

✓ Local and national cuisine served on the terrace with magnificent lake views

✓ A few steps to the pier, the rail station and local amenities

✓ Wi-fi in common areas

Room

✓ 2x Suites with lake view terrace

✓ Private bathroom

✓ Free toiletries

✓ Hair dryer

✓ LCD TV

✓ Wi-Fi (not available in the apartments)

Location

Smaller than its grander neighbour of Bellagio, the village of Varenna has a slightly more authentic feel than other Como resorts and has a pretty waterfront and a tiny stone beach.

 

In practical terms, it is very conveniently located on the lake, with direct trains to Milan, and is connected to other towns and villages on the lake by regular car and passenger ferries.

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