🇮🇹 Como, Italy
Hilton Lake Como
📍 241, Via Borgo Vico, Como, 22100
Your stay — Hilton Lake Como
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The Property — Hilton Lake Como
A 1960s modernist block on the lakeshore, the Hilton Lake Como has a polished corporate feel with floor-to-ceiling glass looking straight across to the Alps. It suits travellers who want reliable four-star comfort, a private harbour and a pool, rather than historic charm. The lobby smells of coffee and clean linen, and staff in dark suits glide between guests checking in with ski bags or small dogs.
Chronicles of Como
Como was a Roman staging post on the Via Regina, then a key silk-weaving centre from the 14th century. Its compact medieval centre, with the marble Duomo and Broletto, survived industrialisation because the textile factories stayed on the lake edge. Today it's an elegant, car-choked commuter city for Milanese professionals, more lived-in and functional than tourist-only, with a strong café culture and a youth scene around the pier.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm enough to swim (lake hits 22-24°C) but before the July-August crush. The water is clear and the gardens along the lakefront (Villa Olmo) are in flower.
Peak / festival surge
July and August. Como gets slammed with cruise-ship day-trippers from Milan and Swiss families on lake holidays. Hotel prices at the Hilton double from €250 to €500+ a night. The Palio del Baradello (early September) draws locals but doesn't justify the August peak — that's pure demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: 12-18°C, half the crowd size, 30-40% off summer rates. Sunny spells but bring a rain jacket. The lake ferries run on reduced winter timetables from late October.
Weather & packing
Lake Como generates its own microclimate — morning mist can clear to scorching sun by noon, then drop 10°C after sunset. Always pack a mid-layer (fleece or light cashmere) and a compact rain shell, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Como
- The direct A9 motorway from Milan is undergoing weekend resurfacing through summer 2026 — expect 30-minute delays at the Como exit on Fridays and Sundays.
- The new Lake Como circular walking path (Sentiero del Lago) now connects Cernobbio to Blevio, but the section from Como's volleyball beach to Moltrasio is still closed for landslide repairs until September.
- A city council trial bans larger tour buses from Piazza Cavour between 10am and 6pm daily from June to September; tour companies are redirecting to the autostrada-side lot at Via Borgovico.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hilton Lake Como, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the lake (west/south-west side of the building) for the best views and reduced street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first two floors facing Via Borgo Vico, as they get the most street noise from the busy road and pedestrian traffic. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift motor can be audible.
Best views
Lake-facing rooms at the back of the hotel offer direct views over the water and the surrounding hills. Side-view rooms are less impressive.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-5 are typically the quietest, being above street-level noise but below the top-floor mechanical rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Borgo Vico is a main road connecting Como city centre to the lakeside, so traffic noise is constant, especially during the day. Buses and scooters are common. The hotel's internal lift can be heard in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, use the hotel's valet parking rather than street parking – spaces are scarce and traffic wardens are strict. 2. Request a room on the west side for afternoon/evening sun over the lake, which makes the view worthwhile even if the room is smaller.
- 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 — Hilton Lake Como
Free standard WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) €9.95 per 24h. Login via room number and surname.
Two lifts serving all 7 floors and wings; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader app; no physical newspapers. The hotel is a former 19th-century silk mill, with original exposed brick walls in the lobby and a preserved water wheel in the garden.
Standard check-in from 15:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 11:00. Late check-out (until 14:00) costs €60; after 14:00 a full night charged.
Complimentary for arriving/departing guests. Closed 23:00–07:00.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible lift; two adapted rooms (grab rails, roll-in shower). Some garden paths have gravel.
On-site outdoor parking €20 per night (unreserved, first-come). Valet parking €35. Nearest public garage: Garage Centrale, Via Borgovico 131 (€22 per 24h). No EV chargers.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require credit card guarantee. A €100 incidental hold is placed at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Salvatore (269 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Ex Convento Canossiane (487 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: San Pietro ad Vincula (493 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesetta di Bignanico (645 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco di Villa Olmo — 167 m · ~2 min walk
Tempio Voltiano — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Teatro Sociale — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Farmacia Santa Teresa — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Mini Market — 646 m · ~8 min walk
Como San Giovanni — 1.6 km · ~20 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 Hilton Lake Como
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Santa Teresa — 1.1 km · ~14 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hilton Lake Como?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the lake (west/south-west side of the building) for the best views and reduced street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hilton Lake Como?
Avoid rooms on the first two floors facing Via Borgo Vico, as they get the most street noise from the busy road and pedestrian traffic. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift motor can be audible.
Is Hilton Lake Como noisy?
Via Borgo Vico is a main road connecting Como city centre to the lakeside, so traffic noise is constant, especially during the day. Buses and scooters are common. The hotel's internal lift can be heard in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hilton Lake Como?
Lake-facing rooms at the back of the hotel offer direct views over the water and the surrounding hills. Side-view rooms are less impressive.
What are insider tips for staying at Hilton Lake Como?
1. If you're driving, use the hotel's valet parking rather than street parking – spaces are scarce and traffic wardens are strict. 2. Request a room on the west side for afternoon/evening sun over the lake, which makes the view worthwhile even if the room is smaller.
What time is check-in at Hilton Lake Como?
Check-in at Hilton Lake Como is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hilton Lake Como have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) €9.95 per 24h. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hilton Lake Como?
€2.50 per person per night (children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hilton Lake Como?
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 Hilton Lake Como?
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 to swim (lake hits 22-24°C) but before the July-August crush. The water is clear and the gardens along the lakefront (Villa Olmo) are in flower.
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.