🇮🇹 Como, Italy
B&B Margherita
📍 8, Via per Bronno, Como, 22100
Your stay — B&B Margherita
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The Property — B&B Margherita
A quiet, family-run B&B a five-minute walk from Como’s lakefront, Margherita feels like staying in a well-kept private home: clean, wood-floored rooms with original shutters, a small garden for breakfast, and a host who marks your favourite café on a paper map. The USP is unpretentious comfort and genuine local knowledge; it suits travellers who want a proper base for exploring the lake rather than hotel facilities.
Chronicles of Como
Como has Roman origins (the grid of its old town follows the castrum), but its present-day character was shaped by medieval silk trade and the 12th-century cathedral, which took nearly 300 years to finish. After silk collapsed in the 20th century, the city reinvented itself as a lakeside destination for Milanese escaping the heat, and today its identity balances small-town Italian rhythm with a polished, seasonal tourism economy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, June and September – warm enough for lake swimming and ferry trips, crowds at a weekend peak but manageable midweek, and blue skies more reliable than in April or October.
Peak / festival surge
July and August; August is the worst for sheer numbers (Italian Ferragosto holiday around 15 August). Hotel prices double, and the lakefront restaurants are booked days ahead. The Palio del Baradello (a medieval pageant) in September 2026 may also spike demand locally.
Budget shoulder season
April and October – cheaper by 30–40% than July, still pleasant for walking the lakefront (though rain likely), and the crowds thin to a trickle after October’s mid-month.
Weather & packing
Como’s microclimate traps heat and humidity in summer, so afternoons often feel stickier than the forecast suggests. Pack one light linen jacket for evening lake breezes, and always carry a compact umbrella – even July can see a sudden thunderstorm roll off the Alps.
Live City Briefing — Como
- Como’s funicular to Brunate resumes full service after winter maintenance; check for midday closures on weekdays in early July 2026.
- New pedestrian zone on Via Vittorio Emanuele II extended through summer 2026, limiting vehicle access from 10am to midnight.
- Lake Como ferry strike dates are announced 48 hours ahead; join the WhatsApp group ‘Navigazione Lago Como aggiornamenti’ for live updates during your stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Margherita, 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 rear courtyard (away from Via per Bronno). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer a quieter night's sleep.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street – Via per Bronno is a through road in Como, so traffic noise carries up to lower levels, especially in the morning.
Best views
Rooms at the rear face a residential courtyard – no lake view, but calm. Front rooms see the street and maybe a slice of hillside; nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and above, particularly those set back from the road.
🔊 Noise notes
Via per Bronno is a residential street with regular car and scooter traffic. Como's narrow roads amplify noise, so double-glazing is common in newer builds but not guaranteed in older 3-star properties.
Insider tips
1. Consider bringing earplugs if you're a light sleeper – 3-star soundproofing can be hit-or-miss. 2. Ask about free parking when booking; street parking near Via per Bronno is limited and metered, and the B&B may offer a reserved spot.
- 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 — B&B Margherita
Free WiFi – typical speed 15 Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload. No login – password is the room number.
No lift. All guest rooms on first and second floors accessible only via stairs.
No physical newspapers delivered. Free digital access to PressReader on the lobby tablet (but not on personal devices).
Standard check-in 15:00–20:00; early bag drop allowed from 09:00 on request; late check-out until 12:00 free (€20 charge until 14:00, not available after 14:00)
Free storage in locked room behind reception, available during reception hours (08:00–21:00)
No step-free access. Three steps at main entrance; five steps to first-floor rooms. No accessible room or bathroom. No wheelchair access.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Autorimessa Como (200m away) at €15 per night (covered, no reservation). No EV charging on site – nearest charging point at Autoguidovie bus station, 800m walk.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (under-14s exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full stay amount charged 14 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santuario dei Santi Fermo e Lorenzo (632 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa parrocchiale di Santa Maria Immacolata (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Gesù Cristo dei Santi degli Ultimi Giorni (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Salvatore (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco di Villa Olmo — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Tempio Voltiano — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Prestino — 2.0 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Farmacia San Fermo — 839 m · ~10 min walk
Como San Giovanni — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best exchange rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the train station or tourist offices near the lake — they charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in shops and restaurants, but many cafes and smaller businesses have a 5–10 EUR minimum for contactless or mobile payments; keep some cash for small purchases.
Tipping is not required — rounding up the bill or leaving small change (1-2 EUR) is fine for good service in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips, though 1-2 EUR for luggage help is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso or cappuccino at a neighbourhood cafe — around 1.20–1.50 EUR; sitting at a table can double that price due to service charge.
A takeaway pizza slice or panino from a bakery or kebab shop near the train station — about 5–7 EUR.
A pasta or pizza main at a casual trattoria outside the historic centre — 10–15 EUR.
The area around the train station and the streets off Via Milano have affordable pizza-by-the-slice, focaccia, and kebabs; avoid the lakefront stalls at Porta Torre.
Supermarkets like In's Mercato, Carrefour Express, and Lidl are common in the 22100 area; In's Mercato has the best prices on basics.
High-street chains like OVS and Terranova on Viale Cesare Battisti; the Sunday market at Piazza San Fedele or the nearby Varese market offers cheap clothing.
A single bus ticket within Como costs 1.40 EUR, valid for 70 minutes; the cheapest way from Milan Malpensa airport is the Malpensa Express train (13 EUR one-way) to Como San Giovanni station.
Eat at the workers' canteens or bakeries on Via Milano for cheap hearty lunches. Buy a daily bus pass (3.50 EUR) rather than single tickets if you'll make more than two trips. Avoid buying water or snacks in the tourist lanes near the Duomo — prices are 50-100% higher than a supermarket two streets away.
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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 B&B Margherita
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia San Fermo — 839 m · ~10 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 B&B Margherita?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Via per Bronno). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer a quieter night's sleep.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Margherita?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street – Via per Bronno is a through road in Como, so traffic noise carries up to lower levels, especially in the morning.
Is B&B Margherita noisy?
Via per Bronno is a residential street with regular car and scooter traffic. Como's narrow roads amplify noise, so double-glazing is common in newer builds but not guaranteed in older 3-star properties.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Margherita?
Rooms at the rear face a residential courtyard – no lake view, but calm. Front rooms see the street and maybe a slice of hillside; nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Margherita?
1. Consider bringing earplugs if you're a light sleeper – 3-star soundproofing can be hit-or-miss. 2. Ask about free parking when booking; street parking near Via per Bronno is limited and metered, and the B&B may offer a reserved spot.
What time is check-in at B&B Margherita?
Check-in at B&B Margherita is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Margherita have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi – typical speed 15 Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload. No login – password is the room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Margherita?
€2.50 per person per night (under-14s exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Margherita?
A takeaway pizza slice or panino from a bakery or kebab shop near the train station — about 5–7 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B Margherita?
A single bus ticket within Como costs 1.40 EUR, valid for 70 minutes; the cheapest way from Milan Malpensa airport is the Malpensa Express train (13 EUR one-way) to Como San Giovanni station.
When is the best time to visit Como?
May, June and September – warm enough for lake swimming and ferry trips, crowds at a weekend peak but manageable midweek, and blue skies more reliable than in April or October.
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.