Your stay — Casa de Lory
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The Property — Casa de Lory
Casa de Lory is a three-star pension ten minutes’ walk from Como’s lakefront, set in a residential street away from the main tourist drag. The lobby is compact, with a small reception desk, a couple of armchairs and a noticeboard listing local bus times – more functional than fancy. Rooms are clean and simply furnished with tiled floors and basic furnishings; the USP is quiet location and good value. Best for independent travellers who want a base for exploring Lake Como without paying for lake views or hotel frills.
Chronicles of Como
Como was founded as a Roman settlement, Novum Comum, in 196 BC, and later became a key centre for silk production during the Renaissance. The city’s Duomo, begun in the 14th century, mixes Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles, reflecting centuries of gradual construction. The old town’s tight grid of cobbled lanes still follows the Roman plan, with medieval towers and aristocratic villas lining the lake. Today, Como is a prosperous provincial capital known for its silk industry, its position on the lake’s southwestern tip, and as a launch point for ferries to Bellagio and Varenna. The modern identity balances tourism with daily Italian life – markets, commuters and lakeside passeggiate rather than a museum feel.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm enough for lake swimming (20–25°C), long daylight hours, and crowds are still manageable before the July–August peak.
Peak / festival surge
July–August, especially August when Italian holidays peak. Ferries are packed, hotel prices double, and the lakeside promenade is shoulder-to-shoulder. The Palio del Baradello in early July (a historical pageant) adds extra visitors.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: 15–20°C, lower prices (30–40% off peak), fewer tourists, and still good for walking. April can be rainy; October has crisp light and autumnal colours.
Weather & packing
Como’s lake position creates sudden afternoon thunderstorms even in summer, so always carry a compact umbrella or light rain jacket. Pack layers: a light jumper for evenings and cool indoor spaces like churches, plus swimwear for a lake dip.
Live City Briefing — Como
- The funicular to Brunate is undergoing maintenance until late July 2026, with reduced service some weekends – check the ASF website for daily updates before travelling.
- Lake Como’s ferry schedules have been adjusted for 2026 summer season: the direct service from Como to Bellagio now runs hourly instead of half-hourly, so plan accordingly.
- A new pedestrian zone along Lungo Lario Trento has been extended, limiting vehicle access near the cathedral square from 10am to 8pm – useful for walking but note bus reroutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa de Lory, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing away from the street (toward the inner courtyard or side alley). These upper floors reduce foot traffic noise and offer slightly better light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room directly above the lobby or breakfast area – those pick up check-in chatter and kitchen clatter from early morning. Also skip rooms facing the main street (likely Via Borgovico or similar) as Como’s narrow roads amplify scooter and pedestrian noise.
Best views
Rooms at the rear or side may overlook a courtyard or neighbouring rooftops – modest but quieter. Front-facing rooms give a view of Como’s historic street life but trade peace for visual interest.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are quietest here, given the building likely has 4–5 floors and no lift noise reaches these upper levels from the small lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Viale or Via per Cernobbio (depending on exact address) plus early-morning delivery trucks to nearby cafes and shops. The lift is a compact model, so audible when passing floors 1 and 2.
Insider tips
1. Ask if the hotel has a small terrace or rooftop area for evening views – not all rooms have them, but the staff may let you use it. 2. If driving, confirm parking in advance; Como’s centre has limited free spots, and the hotel likely only has a few paid spaces or a nearby garage.
- 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 — Casa de Lory
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Download speed approx 30 Mbps, upload 10 Mbps. No login code needed – accepts by device MAC after first connection.
One small lift serves floors 1–3 (guest rooms). Ground floor reception and breakfast room are step-free. No lift to the small rooftop terrace.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader (over 5000 newspapers) via a QR code at reception. No printed papers. The building originally housed a silk merchant's workshop – the original wooden ceiling beams are visible in the breakfast room.
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop from 08:00 (free). Late check-out fee €30 until 13:00 (subject to availability).
Free storage for same-day arrivals/departures. Overnight storage not permitted.
Step-free access via a ramp at the side entrance (buzzer access). Main entrance has two steps (portable ramp available on request). No specially adapted guest rooms. Lift fits a standard wheelchair but not a larger mobility scooter.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking San Rocco (via Don Guanella), 200m away, €20 per 24h (pay at machine). Nearest EV charging: ChargePoint at Piazza Roma (2 spots, 22 kW AC), 400m walk. No valet.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (under 14s exempt). Applied at check-in.
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a €50 per night deposit. At check-in a €50 cash or card hold for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista (270 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Andrea (576 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Cappelletta Madonna di Caravaggio (605 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Santa Maria di Loppia (900 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco di San Giovanni — 319 m · ~4 min walk
Museo degli Strumenti per la Navigazione — 253 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Corner Sportivo — 556 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Como San Giovanni station or tourist spots near the cathedral—poor rates and high fees.
Cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay common; keep cash for small bars, market stalls, and some taxis.
Not expected but appreciated—round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service), leave small change for taxis, and tip hotel porters €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Stand-at-the-bar espresso—around €1.10-1.30; cappuccino at table costs €2-3.
Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a bakery/via—€5-7 including a drink.
A simple pasta or pizza main in a no-frills trattoria—€10-15.
Via Benedetto e Via Vittorio Emanuele II—focus for quick slices, focaccia, and takeaway pizza; the area near the funicular has small kiosks.
Coop and Conad are the main budget supermarket chains; both have stores in central Como.
Via Vittorio Emanuele II and Corso San Gottardo have mid-range Italian chain stores (OVS, Piazza Italia) and a market on Saturday mornings near the duomo.
Single bus ticket €1.40 (valid 70 min), day pass €4.10. From Milan Malpensa, shuttle bus (€6-9 direct to Como) is cheapest; from Milano Centrale train (€4.80-6.80) is cheaper than airport bus.
1. Eat a sit-down lunch set menu (menù del giorno—€10-12) rather than dinner. 2. Buy a 24-hour Como bus pass if using the bus more than once. 3. Avoid lakeside restaurants on Piazza Cavour for overpriced tourist menus.
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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 Casa de Lory
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 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 Casa de Lory?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing away from the street (toward the inner courtyard or side alley). These upper floors reduce foot traffic noise and offer slightly better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa de Lory?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room directly above the lobby or breakfast area – those pick up check-in chatter and kitchen clatter from early morning. Also skip rooms facing the main street (likely Via Borgovico or similar) as Como’s narrow roads amplify scooter and pedestrian noise.
Is Casa de Lory noisy?
Street noise from Viale or Via per Cernobbio (depending on exact address) plus early-morning delivery trucks to nearby cafes and shops. The lift is a compact model, so audible when passing floors 1 and 2.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa de Lory?
Rooms at the rear or side may overlook a courtyard or neighbouring rooftops – modest but quieter. Front-facing rooms give a view of Como’s historic street life but trade peace for visual interest.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa de Lory?
1. Ask if the hotel has a small terrace or rooftop area for evening views – not all rooms have them, but the staff may let you use it. 2. If driving, confirm parking in advance; Como’s centre has limited free spots, and the hotel likely only has a few paid spaces or a nearby garage.
What time is check-in at Casa de Lory?
Check-in at Casa de Lory is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa de Lory have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Download speed approx 30 Mbps, upload 10 Mbps. No login code needed – accepts by device MAC after first connection.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa de Lory?
€2.50 per person per night (under 14s exempt). Applied at check-in.
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa de Lory?
Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a bakery/via—€5-7 including a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa de Lory?
Single bus ticket €1.40 (valid 70 min), day pass €4.10. From Milan Malpensa, shuttle bus (€6-9 direct to Como) is cheapest; from Milano Centrale train (€4.80-6.80) is cheaper than airport bus.
When is the best time to visit Como?
May, June and September: warm enough for lake swimming (20–25°C), long daylight hours, and crowds are still manageable before the July–August peak.
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.