Your stay — Hotel San Giorgio
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The Property — Hotel San Giorgio
Hotel San Giorgio sits on a quiet side street a five-minute walk from Como's lakefront and cathedral. The lobby is small, tiled in cool grey marble, with a concierge who actually knows the ferry timetables by heart. It's a reliable three-star — clean rooms with sturdy wooden furniture, decent breakfast, and zero pretension. Best for travellers who want a solid base in central Como without paying lake-view prices.
Chronicles of Como
Como was a Roman military settlement, Novum Comum, founded by Julius Caesar in 59 BC. Its medieval core grew around the Duomo, a masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance architecture finished in the 15th century. The city thrived as a silk manufacturing hub from the 1400s, a trade that still anchors its economy. Today Como is a gateway to Lake Como's villas and mountains, mixing provincial Italian life with steady international tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May and September: warm 20-25°C days, stable weather, and thinner crowds than July-August. June is also very good but starts feeling busy.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by European school holidays and lake tourism. Hotel prices double or triple from spring rates. The Palio del Baradello festival in June and the Como Città della Musica events in summer add extra demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget months. Rain is more likely, but crowds thin out, and hotel rates drop 30-40% below peak. The lake and city are still open and pleasant.
Weather & packing
Como gets afternoon thunderstorms even in summer, sudden downpours that clear as fast as they arrive. Pack a light rain jacket or a compact umbrella, and always bring layers — lakeside mornings can be cool even in June.
Live City Briefing — Como
- The Como-Brunate funicular is operating normally but expect 20-30 minute queues on summer weekends; book tickets online in advance to skip the line.
- The main lakeside promenade (Lungo Lario Trieste) is closed to vehicles in June for pedestrianisation, making it easier to walk between the ferry terminal and the hotel.
- New electric passenger ferries are being introduced on Lake Como this season, but the classic wood-hulled boats still run the regular cross-lake services.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Hotel San Giorgio, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on an upper floor, ideally at the end of a corridor away from the lift and stairs — less foot traffic and engine noise from the lift shaft.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly above the bar or restaurant (if there is one), and those next to the lift or stairwell. Also avoid ground-floor rooms, which can be noisier from the street and lobby.
Best views
Ask for a room facing away from the main road or square. If the hotel has a rear courtyard or garden, those rooms are usually quieter, but views may be limited. For a view, a high floor facing the lake or old town is better, if available.
Quietest floors
Top floors are usually quietest, but check if the top floor has a roof terrace or bar — that can bring noise. Mid-to-upper floors away from the lift core are generally good.
🔊 Noise notes
Three-star hotels in Italian city centres can have thin walls and old windows. Earplugs or a white-noise app help. Street-facing rooms on busy roads might have traffic noise until late; air conditioning can mask some of it. Check if the building has double glazing — ask when booking.
Insider tips
1. Book directly with the hotel and ask specifically for a 'quiet room' — they often allocate their best-soundproofed rooms to direct-book guests. 2. If you're a light sleeper, email ahead requesting a room on the top floor at the back of the building; many hotels will note it for free if you ask politely.
- 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 — Hotel San Giorgio
Free WiFi throughout, speeds approx 15 Mbps (sufficient for browsing/email; not ideal for HD streaming). No login, just accept terms.
One lift serves all three floors of main building; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital version of Corriere della Sera via tablet at reception (no physical papers); some historic prints of old Como in lobby.
Check-in from 14:00 to 00:00; early bag drop from 12:00. Late check-out until 12:30 available at €30; after 14:00 charged half-night rate.
Free storage at front desk on day of arrival and departure
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors. No special-needs rooms; bathroom thresholds are standard height but not roll-in shower.
Private on-site parking €15 per night (uncovered, first-come-first-served). Nearest public car park is Autosilo Via Ariosto, €1.50/hour or €12/day. No EV charging on-site; nearest fast charger at Grand Hotel di Como (1 km).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, payable at check-out (children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold card for first night. At check-in, a €50–€100 incidental hold is placed on credit card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Battistero (448 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Collegiata di Santo Stefano (496 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Vincenzo (630 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Giuseppe (808 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Comunale — 776 m · ~10 min walk
Casa dei Presepi — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Teatro Comunale — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Centro Sportivo Antonio Miotto — 979 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 761 m · ~10 min walk
Market Meregalli — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Como San Giovanni station and tourist spots—they give poor rates.
Cards accepted widely in restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless mobile pay common. Some small cafes and markets are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants, leave small change for taxis, and €1-2 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: around €1.20-1.50. Sit-down costs double or more.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino: €5-8. Sit-down pizza/pasta lunch: €12-15 for a main.
Pizza and a drink at a trattoria/pizzeria: €12-18 for a main. A full meal with wine: €25-35.
Gelato (€3-5), panzerotti, and farinata from takeaway spots. Piazza Volta area has several casual grab-and-go options.
Conad, Carrefour Express, and Lidl are standard budget supermarkets in Como.
Via Vitani and Via Rusca have mid-range Italian chains (e.g. OVS). For cheap basics, head to Piazza Volta's market on weekends.
Single bus ticket €1.50 (75 min valid). Day pass €4.50. From Milan: take the regional train from Milano Cadorna to Como Nord Lago (€5-6). Avoid the airport buses—they're slower and pricier.
Eat standing at bar counters for coffee and aperitivo (often cheaper). Walk everywhere inside Como centro—it's compact. Buy lake ferry tickets at official kiosks, not from touts near the dock.
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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 Hotel San Giorgio
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 761 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 Hotel San Giorgio?
Request a room on an upper floor, ideally at the end of a corridor away from the lift and stairs — less foot traffic and engine noise from the lift shaft.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel San Giorgio?
Avoid rooms directly above the bar or restaurant (if there is one), and those next to the lift or stairwell. Also avoid ground-floor rooms, which can be noisier from the street and lobby.
Is Hotel San Giorgio noisy?
Three-star hotels in Italian city centres can have thin walls and old windows. Earplugs or a white-noise app help. Street-facing rooms on busy roads might have traffic noise until late; air conditioning can mask some of it. Check if the building has double glazing — ask when booking.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel San Giorgio?
Ask for a room facing away from the main road or square. If the hotel has a rear courtyard or garden, those rooms are usually quieter, but views may be limited. For a view, a high floor facing the lake or old town is better, if available.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel San Giorgio?
1. Book directly with the hotel and ask specifically for a 'quiet room' — they often allocate their best-soundproofed rooms to direct-book guests. 2. If you're a light sleeper, email ahead requesting a room on the top floor at the back of the building; many hotels will note it for free if you ask politely.
What time is check-in at Hotel San Giorgio?
Check-in at Hotel San Giorgio is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel San Giorgio have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speeds approx 15 Mbps (sufficient for browsing/email; not ideal for HD streaming). No login, just accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel San Giorgio?
€2.00 per person per night, payable at check-out (children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel San Giorgio?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino: €5-8. Sit-down pizza/pasta lunch: €12-15 for a main.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel San Giorgio?
Single bus ticket €1.50 (75 min valid). Day pass €4.50. From Milan: take the regional train from Milano Cadorna to Como Nord Lago (€5-6). Avoid the airport buses—they're slower and pricier.
When is the best time to visit Como?
May and September: warm 20-25°C days, stable weather, and thinner crowds than July-August. June is also very good but starts feeling busy.
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.