Your stay — Santangla
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The Property — Santangla
Santangla is a solid three-star in the centre of Como, trading marble and chandeliers for clean lines, parquet floors and a very Italian dose of dark wood. The lobby feels more like a well-run modern hotel than a boutique — efficient front desk, small bar off to one side, French windows onto the street. It suits travellers who want a central base without the heritage-hotel price tag: walk to the lake in three minutes, sleep in a quiet room, grab a businesslike breakfast before heading out.
Chronicles of Como
Como was a Roman garrison town, Novum Comum, established by Julius Caesar in 59 BC as a strategic outpost on the southern tip of Lake Como. Its medieval centre grew around the cathedral, begun in 1396 and finished over three centuries — a hybrid of Gothic and Renaissance that defines the main square. The 19th century brought tourism and silk manufacturing, the latter still a quiet force in the local economy. Today Como feels like a working city that happens to be beautiful: commuters fill the trains, locals shop at the covered market, and tourists orbit the lakefront and funicular.
Best Time to Visit
Full Como guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm enough for lake swimming and terrace sitting, with high-season crowds still manageable outside July and August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are full-on peak; hotel rates can double, and Como’s narrow streets jam with day-trippers from Milan. The Palio del Baradello (a medieval pageant, typically late August) and the Settembre Lariano music festival add local colour but push demand further.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the smart budget months: decent sun, lighter crowds, and room rates at Santangla often 20–30% below summer. Still bring a coat for evenings.
Weather & packing
July in Como is usually hot and humid, but sudden thunderstorms roll in from the Alps without warning. Pack layers and always carry a compact waterproof — even if the morning is blue sky.
Live City Briefing — Como
- Como’s funicular to Brunate is running a reduced summer timetable due to scheduled maintenance in June; check Comune di Como’s website for updated hours before relying on it for transport.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via Plinio (from Piazza Cavour toward the cathedral) was made permanent in March 2026, easing foot traffic near the lake but rerouting cars — expect some local drivers to take unfamiliar one-way streets.
- Construction on the lakeside promenade extension past the Villa Olmo may cause minor noise or detours along the waterfront path; it’s scheduled to finish by late August.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Santangla, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on the upper floors facing the inner courtyard or the garden, away from the street. Ask for a room ending in '03' or '04' if the numbering suggests a corner position with less hallway traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms overlooking the main street (likely Via Boldoni or adjacent) due to moped and foot traffic. Also avoid any room near the lift or the breakfast room on the ground floor.
Best views
A south-facing room on the 4th floor with a partial view of Lake Como and the hills, if available. Otherwise, a room with a glimpse of the cathedral dome from a side window.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above, as lower floors pick up street-level noise and footfall from the restaurant/lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Santangla is a converted 1900s townhouse on a narrow street in Como's historic centre. The street is semi-pedestrianised but has early-morning deliveries and late-night chatter from nearby bars. Double glazing is standard, but ask for an internal room for certainty.
Insider tips
Request a room with a balcony only if you specifically want fresh air; the balcony rooms on the street side can be noisy. The hotel has a small rooftop terrace that is often quiet in late afternoon — mention this when booking to get a better floor. If arriving by car, note that the hotel is in the ZTL (limited traffic zone); ask reception in advance about parking permits to avoid fines.
- 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 — Santangla
Free WiFi throughout; adequate speed for browsing/email but not for HD streaming; no login needed – just accept terms
Small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; digital or printed none; building is a converted 19th-century villa with original frescoed ceilings in the breakfast room
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early baggage drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €25
Free storage at reception on check-in/check-out day
One step at main entrance (portable ramp available on request); no step-free showers or adapted rooms; lift fits a standard wheelchair
Private on-site parking €12/night, reservation required; nearest public car park at Piazza Mazzini (€15/night, 5-min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (up to 14 nights; children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required at booking; a €50 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Giorgio (73 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Basilica di San Giacomo (448 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Biagio e Andrea (470 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: San Carlo Borromeo (855 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Martiri della Libertà — 97 m · ~1 min walk
Museo Ludovico Gallarati Scotti — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 184 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Bellagio — 468 m · ~6 min walk
Merceria Profumeria — 261 m · ~3 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 lakefront – poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and Apple Pay common. Many bars and cafes have a 5–10 EUR minimum for card payments.
Not expected. Round up the bill in taxis or leave small change (50c–1€) for good service; hotel porters get 1–2€ per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or cappuccino at a bar counter: 1.20–1.50€; sitting at a table can double the price.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: 5–7€ with a drink.
Pasta or risotto main at a trattoria: 11–14€.
Head to the market area near Piazza Camerlata or the covered market at Via Varesina for cheap, fresh takeaway focaccia and arancini.
Supermarkets: Carrefour Express, Lidl, and MD are common in the Santangla area.
Via Armando Diaz and Corso Como have high-street chains like OVS and H&M; the Sunday market at Piazza San Fedele has bargain clothes and accessories.
Single bus ticket: 1.30€ (90 mins); daily pass: 4.50€. From Milan airports: take the Malpensa Express to Como Nord Lago (13€), then bus or walk.
1) Eat lunch standing at a bar counter – same food, half price. 2) Fill a water bottle at public fountains (all safe to drink). 3) Walk or use a bike between Santangla and the lakefront – save bus fare and see more.
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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 Santangla
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 184 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Bellagio — 468 m · ~6 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 Santangla?
Rooms on the upper floors facing the inner courtyard or the garden, away from the street. Ask for a room ending in '03' or '04' if the numbering suggests a corner position with less hallway traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Santangla?
Rooms overlooking the main street (likely Via Boldoni or adjacent) due to moped and foot traffic. Also avoid any room near the lift or the breakfast room on the ground floor.
Is Santangla noisy?
Santangla is a converted 1900s townhouse on a narrow street in Como's historic centre. The street is semi-pedestrianised but has early-morning deliveries and late-night chatter from nearby bars. Double glazing is standard, but ask for an internal room for certainty.
Which rooms have the best views at Santangla?
A south-facing room on the 4th floor with a partial view of Lake Como and the hills, if available. Otherwise, a room with a glimpse of the cathedral dome from a side window.
What are insider tips for staying at Santangla?
Request a room with a balcony only if you specifically want fresh air; the balcony rooms on the street side can be noisy. The hotel has a small rooftop terrace that is often quiet in late afternoon — mention this when booking to get a better floor. If arriving by car, note that the hotel is in the ZTL (limited traffic zone); ask reception in advance about parking permits to avoid fines.
What time is check-in at Santangla?
Check-in at Santangla is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Santangla have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; adequate speed for browsing/email but not for HD streaming; no login needed – just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Santangla?
€2.50 per person per night (up to 14 nights; children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Santangla?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: 5–7€ with a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Santangla?
Single bus ticket: 1.30€ (90 mins); daily pass: 4.50€. From Milan airports: take the Malpensa Express to Como Nord Lago (13€), then bus or walk.
When is the best time to visit Como?
May, June, September — warm enough for lake swimming and terrace sitting, with high-season crowds still manageable outside July and August.
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.