Your stay — La Baita di Eleonora
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The Property — La Baita di Eleonora
La Baita di Eleonora is a family-run 3-star hotel perched on a hillside in the Brunate district, a short funicular ride above Como’s centre. It feels more like a mountain lodge than a lakeside hotel – the lobby is wood-panelled and cosy, with a stone fireplace and a terrace that looks straight down the lake. It suits travellers who want quiet and views, not poolside luxury. You’re here for the panorama and the breakfast pastries, not the concierge.
Chronicles of Como
Como was founded as a Roman garrison town, Comum, in 196 BCE and grew into an important silk-producing centre from the 15th century. Its medieval walls, the Basilica of Sant’Abbondio and the Broletto palace still define the compact historic core. The arrival of railways and steamboats in the 19th century turned Como into a resort for European aristocracy, and its contemporary identity remains split between a working city (silk and manufacturing) and a tourism hub for Lake Como. The 18th-century Villa Olmo and the funicular to Brunate are the main attractions, alongside the cathedral’s Gothic-Renaissance façade.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May and September offer warm days (20–25°C) with fewer visitors than July and August. June is also excellent, though prices start climbing.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak due to European school holidays and the weather ideal for lake swimming. Hotels often sell out or charge 30–50% above shoulder rates. The main event is the Palio del Baradello in early September, a medieval re-enactment, but not a huge crowd-draw.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget shoulder months. Daytime temps are 15–20°C (pack a jacket), and lake-front hotels drop rates by 25–40%. Fewer tourists mean shorter queues for the funicular.
Weather & packing
Como’s microclimate means summer days can be hot (30°C) but sudden thunderstorms roll in from the Alps. Pack layers: a lightweight rain jacket and scarf, plus sunscreen and sunglasses.
Live City Briefing — Como
- The Como–Brunate funicular is undergoing maintenance from June 20 to 27, 2026; check if it resumes by your stay. If not, the 1-hour hike up the hill is steep but rewarding.
- A new pedestrian piazza opened in May 2026 outside the cathedral, with benches and a small fountain — good for a rest after the city centre.
- The city introduced a summer visitor tax increase from €2 to €3 per person per night from June 2026, charged at check-out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Baita di Eleonora, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (third floor) with windows facing the rear garden or side, away from Via per Vito. The lift serves all floors, but top-floor rooms have less foot traffic and lower chance of street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or the lift lobby — the ramp and parking area (8 spaces, first-come) mean more comings and goings, and early risers heading out may disturb you.
Best views
Rooms on the third floor facing south-west (towards the hills behind Como) likely offer a partial view of the surrounding green slopes, rather than the street or the car park.
Quietest floors
Third floor is quietest: less overhead movement and farthest from street-level activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Via per Vito is a local road, not a main artery, but morning and evening traffic can be audible from front-facing rooms. The on-site parking area (8 spaces) may generate brief engine noise at peak check-in/out times. No bar or restaurant noise — it's a small hotel.
Insider tips
Park early: only 8 free spots, first-come-first-served. Arrive before 4pm to secure one, or budget €15/day for Piazza del Popolo car park. Request a third-floor room at booking: quieter, better view, and the lift means easy access.
- 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 — La Baita di Eleonora
Free WiFi throughout (up to 30 Mbps); no login required
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out (after 11:00) costs €20, subject to availability
Free luggage storage at reception after check-out
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; all common areas and rooms accessible; no lift to attic floor (not used for guests)
Free on-site parking (8 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park at Piazza del Popolo (€15/day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta (733 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di San Giuseppe (840 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di san Giovanni Battista (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Anna (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Campo giochi — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Postamat — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Mini Market di Peduzzi Diego e Marianna — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Como San Giovanni station or near the lakefront as they often have poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) work well everywhere – keep some cash for smaller cafes or market stalls.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants, a euro or two for taxi drivers, and a few euros for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso at a bar counter costs around €1–€1.50; sitting at a table can double the price.
A slice of pizza or a panino from a bakery or al taglio shop costs €4–€7; sit-down pizza or pasta lunch around €12–€15.
A basic pasta or pizza main in a trattoria runs €10–€15; foregoing starters and wine keeps it affordable.
The area around Piazza Cavour and Via Vitani has several takeaway pizza, focaccia, and piadina spots; look for bakeries and kebab shops for quick, cheap eats.
Conad and Carrefour Express are the main budget supermarkets near the centre; Lidl and Aldi are a short walk from the lake in the outskirts.
The central shopping streets (Via Vittorio Emanuele, Via Gallio) have mainstream Italian high street brands like OVS, UPIM, and H&M; market stalls near the harbour sell basics.
A single bus ticket costs €1.40; a day pass (€4.50) is best for multiple trips. From Milan airports, the cheapest way is the Malpensa Shuttle (€25 direct) or train from Milano Centrale to Como (€4.80–€7).
1) Buy takeaway pizza or panini for lunch instead of sit-down meals to save €5–€10. 2) Use the pedestrian-friendly centre and avoid expensive lake taxis. 3) Book the Como-Brunate funicular in advance online for a discount.
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 La Baita di Eleonora
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Postamat — 1.5 km · ~19 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 La Baita di Eleonora?
Request a room on the top floor (third floor) with windows facing the rear garden or side, away from Via per Vito. The lift serves all floors, but top-floor rooms have less foot traffic and lower chance of street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Baita di Eleonora?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or the lift lobby — the ramp and parking area (8 spaces, first-come) mean more comings and goings, and early risers heading out may disturb you.
Is La Baita di Eleonora noisy?
Via per Vito is a local road, not a main artery, but morning and evening traffic can be audible from front-facing rooms. The on-site parking area (8 spaces) may generate brief engine noise at peak check-in/out times. No bar or restaurant noise — it's a small hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at La Baita di Eleonora?
Rooms on the third floor facing south-west (towards the hills behind Como) likely offer a partial view of the surrounding green slopes, rather than the street or the car park.
What are insider tips for staying at La Baita di Eleonora?
Park early: only 8 free spots, first-come-first-served. Arrive before 4pm to secure one, or budget €15/day for Piazza del Popolo car park. Request a third-floor room at booking: quieter, better view, and the lift means easy access.
What time is check-in at La Baita di Eleonora?
Check-in at La Baita di Eleonora is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Baita di Eleonora have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout (up to 30 Mbps); no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Baita di Eleonora?
€1.50 per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near La Baita di Eleonora?
A slice of pizza or a panino from a bakery or al taglio shop costs €4–€7; sit-down pizza or pasta lunch around €12–€15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Baita di Eleonora?
A single bus ticket costs €1.40; a day pass (€4.50) is best for multiple trips. From Milan airports, the cheapest way is the Malpensa Shuttle (€25 direct) or train from Milano Centrale to Como (€4.80–€7).
When is the best time to visit Como?
May and September offer warm days (20–25°C) with fewer visitors than July and August. June is also excellent, though prices start climbing.
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.