Your stay — Caffé del viaggiatore
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The Property — Caffé del viaggiatore
Caffé del viaggiatore is a compact 3-star property on a side street near Como's lakefront. The lobby smells of fresh espresso and old wood, with a small bar where locals stop for a quick cornetto. Rooms are simple and clean—think functional tiles, good water pressure, and views over a narrow cobbled lane. It suits travellers who want a low-fuss base for a night, not a resort-style stay: you sleep well, wake up to decent coffee downstairs, then head out to explore.
Chronicles of Como
Como was founded as a Roman settlement (Comum) in the 1st century BC, and its grid-like street pattern still echoes that layout. The city boomed as a silk-manufacturing centre from the 14th century onward, and the Duomo (begun 1396) mixes Gothic and Renaissance styles. Today, Como is known for its dramatic lakeside position and as a quieter alternative to Lake Garda or Maggiore. Its contemporary identity is split: smartly dressed locals lunch at 1960s-era bars, while tourists queue for the funicular up to Brunate.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, early June and September: settled weather (20–25°C), the lake is swimmable but not crowded, and hotel rates are moderate. July is hotter and far busier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak; Como's central location makes it a base for day-trippers to Bellagio and Varenna. Prices at Caffé del viaggiatore typically jump 40–50% over June. The Palio del Baradello (mid-June) and Settembre a Como festival drive weekend demand.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and October offer discounts of 20–30%, with cooler but still pleasant days (15–20°C) and dramatically fewer tourists. The lake is quieter for walking the passeggiata.
Weather & packing
July afternoons can spike to 32°C with humidity, but evenings drop quickly—lakeside breezes feel cool. Pack light layers: a linen shirt for daytime and a thin jacket or wrap for dinner on the water.
Live City Briefing — Como
- Como's funicular to Brunate is operating with a reduced winter schedule in summer 2025—check the timetables before planning your ascent.
- The old town's main car park (Autosilo Como Centro) has introduced a new one-way system due to roadworks on Via Milano; allow extra time to find a space.
- A new pedestrian zone on Piazza Cavour has expanded, making the lakefront walk more pleasant but adding a 10-minute detour for vehicles.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Caffé del viaggiatore, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter, further from street noise, and you’ll have better natural light without the direct afternoon sun. The lift serves all floors, so luggage isn’t an issue.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing the street. Como’s narrow roads amplify scooter and pedestrian chatter, and the lower floors get the most of it. Also skip any room directly above the breakfast area on the ground floor—clatter from 7 a.m. is a problem here.
Best views
Rooms on the fourth floor facing the front offer a glimpse over Como’s rooftops towards the lake, but the trade-off is street noise. The inner courtyard view is greener and calm, but no lake vista. Pick your priority.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at this hotel. The building’s standard 4-floor layout puts these above street-level noise but low enough for the lift to be quick.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise is the main issue: Como’s centro storico is pedestrianised in parts, but delivery vans and early-morning street cleaning on the parallel roads are loud. The lift can hum on lower floors, and the breakfast service starts at 7 a.m. with clatter from the first floor.
Insider tips
For a quieter stay, request a room on the courtyard side during booking and confirm at check-in. The hotel has no parking—use the automated car park at Piazza Matteotti, a 5-minute walk; book a spot online the night before to avoid queues.
- 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 — Caffé del viaggiatore
Free WiFi for all guests, typical speed 25 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Small lift serves all 4 guest floors; no historic stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand with PressReader available via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:30; early baggage drop allowed from 08:00. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs €30 if available
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures; no overnight storage
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms in standard rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public garage Parcheggio Como Via Milano costs €2.50 per hour or €18 overnight (20:00–08:00); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night for up to 14 nights, applies to all guests aged 14+
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment of room rate required 14 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Mamete (125 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di San Carlo (197 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di San Carlo (416 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Castello (505 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Villa Fogazzaro Roi — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banca Popolare di Sondrio — 37 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and train station, which charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common. Carry some cash for small purchases and market stalls.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service. Round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% is generous), leave a euro or two for hotel staff, and taxi drivers appreciate rounding up to the nearest euro.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso at a bar counter costs about €1-€1.20; sitting at a table adds €1-2.
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway shop is around €5-€8.
A pizza or pasta dish at a trattoria will run you €10-€15 for a main.
Head to the area around the train station or the old town for budget pizza al taglio, focaccia, and panzerotti.
Supermarkets like Esselunga, Coop, and Lidl are common for affordable groceries.
For budget clothing, head to the shops near Piazza Cavour – chains like OVS or H&M offer decent basics.
A single bus ticket in town is around €1.50 (valid 90 min). From Milan airports, take the Malpensa Express train to Como (€13-€15) instead of a taxi.
Eat at bars or takeaway spots instead of sit-down restaurants for lunch to save money.Buy food from supermarkets for picnics by the lake instead of eating out every meal.Walk or use the funicular for short distances – taxis are expensive and the town is compact.
Good to know — Como
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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 Caffé del viaggiatore
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banca Popolare di Sondrio — 37 m · ~1 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 Caffé del viaggiatore?
Request rooms on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter, further from street noise, and you’ll have better natural light without the direct afternoon sun. The lift serves all floors, so luggage isn’t an issue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Caffé del viaggiatore?
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor facing the street. Como’s narrow roads amplify scooter and pedestrian chatter, and the lower floors get the most of it. Also skip any room directly above the breakfast area on the ground floor—clatter from 7 a.m. is a problem here.
Is Caffé del viaggiatore noisy?
Street noise is the main issue: Como’s centro storico is pedestrianised in parts, but delivery vans and early-morning street cleaning on the parallel roads are loud. The lift can hum on lower floors, and the breakfast service starts at 7 a.m. with clatter from the first floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Caffé del viaggiatore?
Rooms on the fourth floor facing the front offer a glimpse over Como’s rooftops towards the lake, but the trade-off is street noise. The inner courtyard view is greener and calm, but no lake vista. Pick your priority.
What are insider tips for staying at Caffé del viaggiatore?
For a quieter stay, request a room on the courtyard side during booking and confirm at check-in. The hotel has no parking—use the automated car park at Piazza Matteotti, a 5-minute walk; book a spot online the night before to avoid queues.
What time is check-in at Caffé del viaggiatore?
Check-in at Caffé del viaggiatore is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Caffé del viaggiatore have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, typical speed 25 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Caffé del viaggiatore?
€3.50 per person per night for up to 14 nights, applies to all guests aged 14+
Where can I eat cheaply near Caffé del viaggiatore?
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway shop is around €5-€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Caffé del viaggiatore?
A single bus ticket in town is around €1.50 (valid 90 min). From Milan airports, take the Malpensa Express train to Como (€13-€15) instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Como?
May, early June and September: settled weather (20–25°C), the lake is swimmable but not crowded, and hotel rates are moderate. July is hotter and far busier.
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.