Your stay — Albergo Lavedo
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The Property — Albergo Lavedo
Albergo Lavedo is a no-nonsense two-star on a quiet residential street five minutes’ walk from Como’s lakefront. The lobby is small and tiled, with a brass bell on the reception desk and a noticeboard advertising local ferry times and pizzeria menus. It suits budget travellers and ferry commuters who want a clean, functional base rather than frills. The USP is location: you can be at the water, the cathedral or the funicular station within a ten-minute walk.
Chronicles of Como
Como has Roman origins as Novum Comum, refounded by Julius Caesar in 59 BC. Medieval walls and the Gothic-Renaissance Duomo still anchor the old core, while the 19th-century lakeside promenade and Liberty-style villas show Como’s later role as a retreat for European aristocracy. Today it’s a busy commuter city and a base for exploring Lake Como, balancing everyday Italian life with steady tourism. Its silk industry, which peaked in the 1800s, still operates behind unmarked factory doors on side streets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, June and September – temperatures in the low 20s°C, steady sun, and the lake is swimmable. July and August are hotter and busier but still workable if you plan for early-morning outings. May and September also dodge the school-holiday crush.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season in Como, driven by summer holidays across Europe and North America. Hotel prices double or more from June. The main driver is lake tourism: ferry queues at the piers, day-trippers from Milan, and occasional events such as the Palio del Baradello in late August (a medieval re-enactment).
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget shoulder months. April can be wet but has half the visitors of July; October is mild (12–17°C) and rates drop sharply after September. May is less crowded than June but still good value if you book early.
Weather & packing
Lake Como can generate its own microclimate – afternoon thunderstorms are common even on fine summer days, and mornings can be cool. Pack layers: a light rain jacket, a long-sleeve top, and sturdy walking shoes for the cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Como
- Como’s funicular to Brunate has resumed full service after winter maintenance, but runs on a reduced 30-minute schedule in July peak times – check the ASF website for live updates.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via Plinio (by the cathedral) was extended in 2025, making the historic centre less car-clogged but increasing foot traffic outside cafés.
- The summer ferry timetable now includes an extra early-morning hydrofoil from Como to Bellagio (departing 7:30am), helping early birds avoid midday queues.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Albergo Lavedo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the courtyard (if one exists) or the side street, as these are less affected by street noise than the front. Upper floors also have less footfall from the ground-floor lobby and bar.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room directly above or adjacent to the bar. The 2-star rating suggests bar noise can carry, and ground-floor rooms are more exposed to street noise from Como's busy roads.
Best views
Rooms at the front may have views of the lake or historic centre, but trade off with traffic noise. Side or rear rooms are quieter but have limited views.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors (if the building has them) are likely quieter, given the lift access and distance from street-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Como's streets are lively, with traffic, scooters, and pedestrian noise, especially near the lakefront. The 2-star rating implies no double glazing, so street-facing rooms will be audible.
Insider tips
Request a room away from the bar during check-in. If you have a car, ask about street parking permits or nearby garages; Como has limited free parking and a ztl (limited traffic zone) near the centre.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Albergo Lavedo
Free for all guests; speed around 20 Mbps; no login, just select the network
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; digital news can be accessed on your own device
Check-in from 14:00 to 21:00; early bag drop available after 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20
Free; just ask at the front desk after checkout
Step-free entry at side door; lift fits a wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails
No on-site parking; public car park ‘Parcheggio Lago’ at Via Tito Livio, 250m away, €20 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Collegiata di Santo Stefano (601 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Sant'Andrea (628 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Battistero (642 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Eufemia (909 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco di Villa del Balbianello — 983 m · ~12 min walk
Museo Antiquarium dell'Isola Comacina — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 369 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (bancomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the train station or tourist spots as they charge poor rates and fees.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay are common for small amounts, though some bars still prefer cash under €10.
Not expected but appreciated; round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service was good; taxis and hotel staff are fine with a €1-2 tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter: around €1-1.20; a cappuccino at a bar is €1.50-2.
Pizza or pasta at a casual trattoria: €10-15 for a main; lunch menus (pranzo) often offer two courses for €15-20.
Pizza margherita in a pizzeria: €7-10; a basic pasta dish: €9-13.
Via Argenti and the food stalls near Porta Torre area are good for cheap takeaway pizza slices, panzerotti, and gelato.
Conad, Carrefour Express, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in central Como.
Via Vittorio Emanuele II and the shops off Corso Mazzini have mid-range high-street brands; avoid the designer boutiques near Piazza Cavour.
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about €5.50 and covers the city and local towns; the cheapest way from Milan airport is the train from Milano Centrale (€4.80-12 depending on service) or the bus shuttle to Como (around €10-15).
Eat on the street side rather than the lakefront restaurants—same food for half the price. Avoid buying ferry tickets from hotel desks, buy directly at the kiosk or online. Fill a water bottle at the public fountains (fontanelle) for free drinking water.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Como, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Albergo Lavedo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 369 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Como San Giovanni station → El Paso Ranch, Via Martino
💡 Use lines C50 or C52; ask driver for stop ‘El Paso’ or walk 10 mins from Piazza Roma.
Como Grandi Stazione (bus stop outside the train station) → Bruzella stop (Via ai Colli, near La Collina)
💡 Buy a ticket (€1.50) from the tabacchi or newsstand near the station—validation is mandatory on board. The bus is steep and winding, so grab a seat. After Bruzella, walk uphill 5 mins; the residence is the first driveway on the right after the hairpin bend.
Como city centre (Piazza Matteotti) → Hotel Casa di Teresa Confalonieri Casati (stop: Via Carcano/Cernobbio)
💡 Bus C50 goes closer to the hotel (stop at Via Carcano, 200m walk). C40 stops at Piazza Roma — a 10-minute walk uphill. Validate your ticket on board, or buy via the 'Como Urbano' app to avoid cash.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Hotel La Sorgente, via xx, Como
💡 Book in advance with an official 'NCC' car service for fixed rates around €100-120. Avoid drivers who approach you outside arrivals; they may overcharge or take indirect routes.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), taxi rank outside arrivals → B&B Le Ortensie, Via Gallio 22, Como
💡 Agree the price before getting in – look for the fixed-rate sign at the taxi stand. For a group of 3–4, it's not much more than the bus. If you're arriving late, pre-book with a Como-based taxi service like Radio Taxi Como (+39 031 261 515) – the airport rank can be thin after midnight.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Residence La Collina & La Collinetta, Como
💡 Pre-book with a local company like Comotaxi or TaxiComo to avoid surge pricing. The hotel is on a hill near San Fermo, so drivers may charge an extra €10 for the steep last stretch.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Casa di Teresa Confalonieri Casati, Como
💡 Book a fixed-price transfer online beforehand — local taxis at the airport often charge €20–30 more. The hotel can arrange a driver for a similar rate.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Terminal 1 bus stop → Como Grandi Via Gallio bus station (5 min walk from B&B Le Ortensie)
💡 Buy tickets online in advance to skip the queue at the airport machines. The bus drops you by the lake; the B&B is a flat 5-minute walk east along Via Gallio. No shuttle runs after 10.30pm, so for late arrivals, take the Malpensa Express train to Como San Giovanni station instead.
Malpensa Airport (MXP) Terminal 1 → Como San Giovanni station
💡 Change at Saronno to a regional train; buy a return for 20% off.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), airport station → Como San Giovanni railway station (10 min walk from B&B Le Ortensie)
💡 The train arrives at Como San Giovanni (south end of town). From there, walk north along Viale Innocenzo XI for 10 minutes – the B&B is on Via Gallio. Avoid buying at the machine if you have a contactless debit card: tap in and out at the gate for the same price.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), bus stop at Terminal 1 arrivals → Como Grandi Stazione (San Giovanni, the main bus station)
💡 Buy a return ticket (€28) on the Terravision or Nordbus website—cheaper than two singles. From the station, take bus C10 to the stop 'Bruzella' then walk 5 minutes uphill; the residence is at Via ai Colli 10.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Hotel La Sorgente, Como
💡 Buy a combined ticket from MXP to Como Lago station. At Milano Centrale change platforms but stay in the same direction. From Como Lago station: Hotel La Sorgente is a 10-minute walk north along Lungolago Trento. Cheaper than taxi, but takes longer.
About Como
Wikipedia ↗
Como (Italian: [ˈkɔːmo] , locally [ˈkoːmo] ; Comasco: Còmm [ˈkɔm], Cómm [ˈkom] or Cùmm [ˈkum]; Latin: Novum Comum) is a city and comune (municipality) in Lombardy, Italy. It is the administrative capital of the Province of Como. Its prime location on the southwestern branch of Lake Como and its pro...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Albergo Lavedo?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the courtyard (if one exists) or the side street, as these are less affected by street noise than the front. Upper floors also have less footfall from the ground-floor lobby and bar.
Which rooms should I avoid at Albergo Lavedo?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room directly above or adjacent to the bar. The 2-star rating suggests bar noise can carry, and ground-floor rooms are more exposed to street noise from Como's busy roads.
Is Albergo Lavedo noisy?
Como's streets are lively, with traffic, scooters, and pedestrian noise, especially near the lakefront. The 2-star rating implies no double glazing, so street-facing rooms will be audible.
Which rooms have the best views at Albergo Lavedo?
Rooms at the front may have views of the lake or historic centre, but trade off with traffic noise. Side or rear rooms are quieter but have limited views.
What are insider tips for staying at Albergo Lavedo?
Request a room away from the bar during check-in. If you have a car, ask about street parking permits or nearby garages; Como has limited free parking and a ztl (limited traffic zone) near the centre.
What time is check-in at Albergo Lavedo?
Check-in at Albergo Lavedo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Albergo Lavedo have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed around 20 Mbps; no login, just select the network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Albergo Lavedo?
€2 per person per night, payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Albergo Lavedo?
Pizza or pasta at a casual trattoria: €10-15 for a main; lunch menus (pranzo) often offer two courses for €15-20.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Albergo Lavedo?
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about €5.50 and covers the city and local towns; the cheapest way from Milan airport is the train from Milano Centrale (€4.80-12 depending on service) or the bus shuttle to Como (around €10-15).
When is the best time to visit Como?
May, June and September – temperatures in the low 20s°C, steady sun, and the lake is swimmable. July and August are hotter and busier but still workable if you plan for early-morning outings. May and September also dodge the school-holiday crush.
Top Attractions in Como
💡 The tower climb costs €2 and gives panoramic views, but skip it if queues are long – better to walk up to Brunate for free views.
💡 Climb the worn stone staircase to the upper gallery for an elevated view of the cathedral square, especially good at sunset.
💡 Walk the full stretch at sunset for the best light on the lake and mountains. Stop at the public fountain near the war memorial for a free drink of cold mountain water.
💡 Look for the 13th-century fresco of St. Christopher on the left wall. Combine with a visit to the nearby Piazza San Fedele for a coffee at Bar Mazzini – locals’ spot, not touristy.
💡 Look for the carved capitals on the columns inside—they show medieval scenes including a hunting cycle, rarely pointed out in guides.
💡 Sit on the steps near the ferry dock at sunset for free entertainment—locals gather for impromptu music and the light turns the water silver.
💡 Check the small crypt below the altar — it's usually open and contains early Christian remnants. Combine with a walk through the adjacent old fish market square.
💡 Stand below the gate at sunset for photos—the light hits the stone nicely, and you can read the historical markers in Italian and English.