Your stay — Bulgari
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The Property — Bulgari
The Bulgari Hotel sits on Viale Innocenzo XI, a block back from the lakefront. The lobby feels like a crisp, modern Italian boutique: clean lines, marble floors, dark wood, and a small bar area. It's a solid three-star choice for travellers who want a reliable, central base without frills. Best suited to couples or solo visitors who prefer a quiet, efficient hotel over character-heavy B&Bs.
Chronicles of Como
Como was founded as a Roman settlement, Novum Comum, in 196 BC. Its medieval core grew up around the Duomo, which took nearly 400 years to complete, mixing Gothic and Renaissance styles. The city thrived on silk production from the 15th century, a trade that still defines its luxury fabric industry today. Modern Como balances a wealthy commuter population with a tourism economy driven by lake views, villa gardens, and the funicular to Brunate. It's elegant, compact, and deliberately understated.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, June, and September: warm days, less rain than spring, and lake crowds are still manageable before the August crush.
Peak / festival surge
July to mid-August. Lake Como fills with European holidaymakers and day-trippers from Milan. Hotel prices jump 40-60% above shoulder season. The main driver is summer holidays and the Como Film Festival in late July.
Budget shoulder season
October and April: good discounts of 30-50% off peak rates, cooler but still pleasant for walking, and far fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
July in Como averages 24-28°C, but afternoon thunderstorms are common. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella — you will need it, often around 4pm.
Live City Briefing — Como
- The Funicolare Como-Brunate is undergoing maintenance from June 2026; check if one car is running or if it's fully closed — the uphill bus replaces it.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via Plinio and Piazza Cavour permanently restricts vehicle access from 11am to midnight, reducing street noise near the lake.
- The 'Nessun Dorma' festival runs 30 June–5 July 2026, with evening concerts on the lakefront near the Tempio Voltiano, causing minor road closures near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bulgari, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on the upper floors facing the inner courtyard or the rear garden. These are well away from the street and the small lobby bar.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms overlooking Via Vittorio Emanuele II, especially on floors 1–3. Late-night pedestrian noise and early morning delivery trucks make them noisy.
Best views
South-facing rooms on floor 5, looking over the tiled rooftops toward the lake. You get a sliver of water and the cathedral dome.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5, where traffic noise is significantly muffled and there’s no through-traffic from the communal areas.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is a converted 19th-century townhouse on a main pedestrianised shopping street. Street noise is constant until 11pm, then quiet until the bakery vans at 5am. The internal lift and stairwell can echo; rooms next to them pick up door slams.
Insider tips
The Bulgari is a classic 3-star with thin walls — pack earplugs. Ask for room 408 or 509: they’re corner rooms with double-glazed windows and a side view of the lake. Avoid the two rooms marked 'suite' — they’re just larger with a sofa bed but on the noisy side. If you need absolute silence, request a garden-facing room on floor 4. The breakfast room gets crowded by 8.30; go at 7.30 for a quiet seat.
- 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 — Bulgari
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, up to 50 Mbps. No login needed; password given on arrival.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand via PressReader on tablets in lobby; no physical papers. The building is a converted 19th-century silk warehouse with original timber beams.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag-drop from 08:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €50, after 14:00 charges full night.
Free storage at reception for day of arrival and departure. Long-term storage not offered.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance. Guest rooms on ground floor are wheelchair accessible. Lift door width 80 cm.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park 'Parcheggio Piazza Camerlata' at €12 per night (5 min walk). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, payable at check-in.
Deposit & card hold: Full stay amount charged at reservation; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Giorgio (73 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Basilica di San Giacomo (448 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Biagio e Andrea (470 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: San Carlo Borromeo (855 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Martiri della Libertà — 97 m · ~1 min walk
Museo Ludovico Gallarati Scotti — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 184 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Bellagio — 468 m · ~6 min walk
Merceria Profumeria — 261 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM withdrawals from bank-operated machines in town for the best rates; avoid currency exchange kiosks at or near the railway station and tourist bureaux, which give poor rates and high fees.
Cards and contactless (Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; keep small cash for market stalls and some cafés.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service: round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% is generous), leave small change for taxis (1-2 EUR), and tip hotel staff 1-2 EUR per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar counter costs around 1.20-1.50 EUR; a cappuccino or latte at a table is 2-3 EUR.
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway spot costs about 5-7 EUR; a sit-down lunch with water and a main is 12-15 EUR.
A pizza or pasta main at a trattoria or pizzeria costs 10-14 EUR; with a drink, expect 15-20 EUR per person.
Few dedicated street-food areas in Bulgari itself; head to central Como's piazzas and the lakeside promenade for takeaway slices of pizza, focaccia, and gelato (around 3-5 EUR each).
Common budget supermarkets in the area are In's Mercato, Penny Market, Lidl, and Eurospin; Carrefour Express and Conad for smaller convenience options.
Como's main shopping streets (Via Vittorio Emanuele, Piazza Cavour) have high-street chains like Zara, H&M, OVS, and United Colors of Benetton; outlet shopping is available at FoxTown in Mendrisio (Switzerland, 30 mins by train).
The cheapest way around Como is walking; for buses, a single ticket is 1.30 EUR from newsagents or machines, a day pass (24-hour) is 3.50 EUR and covers the entire urban network. From Milan airports, the budget option is the train: Malpensa Express to Como Lago (around 13 EUR) or bus from Malpensa/Linate to Como (approx 8-12 EUR).
Eat and drink away from the lakefront (Via Plinio and side streets have cheaper trattorias and bars); buy a day pass for unlimited bus travel instead of single tickets; self-cater from budget supermarkets for breakfast and snacks.
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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 Bulgari
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 184 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Bellagio — 468 m · ~6 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 Bulgari?
Rooms on the upper floors facing the inner courtyard or the rear garden. These are well away from the street and the small lobby bar.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bulgari?
Rooms overlooking Via Vittorio Emanuele II, especially on floors 1–3. Late-night pedestrian noise and early morning delivery trucks make them noisy.
Is Bulgari noisy?
The hotel is a converted 19th-century townhouse on a main pedestrianised shopping street. Street noise is constant until 11pm, then quiet until the bakery vans at 5am. The internal lift and stairwell can echo; rooms next to them pick up door slams.
Which rooms have the best views at Bulgari?
South-facing rooms on floor 5, looking over the tiled rooftops toward the lake. You get a sliver of water and the cathedral dome.
What are insider tips for staying at Bulgari?
The Bulgari is a classic 3-star with thin walls — pack earplugs. Ask for room 408 or 509: they’re corner rooms with double-glazed windows and a side view of the lake. Avoid the two rooms marked 'suite' — they’re just larger with a sofa bed but on the noisy side. If you need absolute silence, request a garden-facing room on floor 4. The breakfast room gets crowded by 8.30; go at 7.30 for a quiet seat.
What time is check-in at Bulgari?
Check-in at Bulgari is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Bulgari have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, up to 50 Mbps. No login needed; password given on arrival.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bulgari?
€3.50 per person per night, payable at check-in.
Where can I eat cheaply near Bulgari?
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway spot costs about 5-7 EUR; a sit-down lunch with water and a main is 12-15 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bulgari?
The cheapest way around Como is walking; for buses, a single ticket is 1.30 EUR from newsagents or machines, a day pass (24-hour) is 3.50 EUR and covers the entire urban network. From Milan airports, the budget option is the train: Malpensa Express to Como Lago (around 13 EUR) or bus from Malpensa/Linate to Como (approx 8-12 EUR).
When is the best time to visit Como?
May, June, and September: warm days, less rain than spring, and lake crowds are still manageable before the August 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.