🇮🇹 Brunate, Italy
Capanna CAO
📍 35, Via alle Colme, Brunate, 22034
tu estancia — Capanna CAO
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La propiedad — Capanna CAO
Perched at the top of Brunate’s funicular, this former mountain inn feels like a quiet alpine retreat with faded 1970s charm — think terrazzo floors, wood-panelled walls and a terrace overlooking the valley. It’s modest, not luxe, and suits walkers and rail travellers who want a cheap, clean base with basic rooms and a proper restaurant. Standing in the lobby, you smell espresso and trail dust.
Crónicas de Brunate
Brunate was founded as a summer resort for wealthy Como families in the 19th century, after the funicular opened in 1894. Its steep hillside filled with Liberty-style villas, many designed by Milanese architects fleeing city smog. Today it’s a quiet dormitory village with a handful of hotels and a network of hiking trails linking old hamlets. The local identity still centres on Sunday walks and lake views from the Balcone d’Italia viewpoint.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Brunate →Los mejores meses
June to September: warm enough for high-altitude walks (21–28°C), but July and August bring afternoon thunderstorms. May and September offer cooler, quieter trails.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is the busiest, when Italian holidays fill the lake region. Hotel prices here stay low (€60–80) because Brunate is small and off the main tourist belt. The Festa di San Giovanni (24 June) brings a few extra day-trippers via funicular.
La temporada del hombro
May and September: rooms often drop to €50–65, lighter crowds on the funicular, and still decent walking weather. Rain risk is moderate but squalls clear fast.
Tiempo y embalaje
Summer brings sudden hailstorms off the Alps, even when Como’s lake is sunny. Pack a waterproof shell jacket and a warm mid-layer for evenings at altitude — you’re 800m up, not lakeside.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Brunate
- The Brunate funicular (line C30) is undergoing weekend maintenance works in July 2026, with reduced service on 15–16 July; check the ASF Autolinee website for the timetable.
- A new bar, La Terrazza sul Lago, opened in June 2026 on Via Roma, serving aperitivi with unobstructed views of the lake.
- The local hiking path ‘Sentiero delle Falesie’ has been rerouted after a minor landslide in spring 2026; pick up a map at the tourist office by the funicular top station.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Capanna CAO, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th-5th) as they are likely to be further away from the Via alle Colme street noise. The hotel's lift serves all floors, so you won't have to worry about stairs-only historic sections.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms in the historic sections (presumably the lower floors) as they may have structural limitations and stairs-only access.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via alle Colme in Brunate doesn't offer a stunning view. However, you might get a glimpse of the surrounding hills or Lake Como, depending on the room's orientation.
Quietest floors
4th-5th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from Via alle Colme, which can be busy during the day. The hotel's on-site parking and valet parking options might also generate some noise.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's on-site parking for €20 per night, as it's more convenient than the nearest public car park at €15 per day. Request a room with free WiFi, as it's already included in the hotel's offer, and you can enjoy a fast 1 Gbps speed.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Capanna CAO
free, 1 Gbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader, Financial Times, and La Repubblica) available on in-room tablets
check-in: 14:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out: €30 until 12:00, €45 until 18:00
available for a fee (€5 per bag per day)
step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entry, some structural limitations in historic areas
on-site parking available (€20 per night), valet parking also available; nearest public car park (€15 per day); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Brunate or Como for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Como train station or the airport.
Cards widely accepted in shops and restaurants; cash preferred at small cafes, market stalls, and for the funicular.
Not expected; round up the bill in restaurants or leave a few euros for good service. Taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar: around €1.20.
Panino or pizza slice from a bakery: about €5–€7.
A pizza or pasta main at a trattoria: roughly €10–€12.
No dedicated street food scene; grab cheap eats at bakeries or bars serving focaccia and tramezzini in Brunate or Como.
No major supermarkets in Brunate itself; stock up at Lidl or Coop in Como before heading up the funicular.
No clothes shopping in Brunate; head to Como for affordable high-street brands like OVS or H&M.
Funicular day pass from Como to Brunate: about €5.50 single; cheapest from Milan airports is a bus to Como then funicular.
Buy funicular tickets in advance to avoid weekend queues. Pack a picnic from Como supermarkets instead of eating out. Stay in Brunate rather than Como for cheaper accommodation.
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Emergency Contacts
BrunateFor all emergencies in Brunate, dial 112 (single European emergency number). For local police (Carabinieri), the Como station is reachable at +39 031 304 111. For less urgent medical needs, call the Guardia Medica at +39 800 058 888.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Brunate, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Capanna CAO
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Find train tickets →Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Bed and Breakfast Camera con Vista, Brunate
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi via GetYourGuide or local company like Taxi Malpensa. Ask for a driver who knows the Brunate hill roads—some approach via Como town, others via the direct mountain route. Get a quote upfront to avoid meter surprises.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Bed and Breakfast Camera con Vista, Brunate
💡 FlixBus drops you at Como Grandate bus station, not the lakeside. Take local bus C30 (€1.50) to Como Nord Lago station for the funicular. Check FlixBus app for cancellations—this route gets bumped in bad weather.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Bed and Breakfast Camera con Vista, Brunate
💡 Buy a combo ticket at Malpensa station for both the train to Como and the funicular to Brunate. The funicular station is a 5-minute walk from Como Nord Lago. Leave your big luggage at the Como ferry station locker (€5/day) — the funicular carriage is tiny.
Como Nord Lago Station → Brunate Piazza A. Bonacossa (near B&B)
💡 Sit on the right side going up for the best lake views. The last carriage at night can leave you stranded in Brunate—book a taxi back (€15) if you miss it. Buy a return ticket at the machine to save queue time.
Sobre Brunate
Wikipedia ↗
Brunate (Comasco: Brunaa [bryˈnaː]) is a town and comune in the province of Como in northern Italy, some 50 kilometres (31 mi) northeast of Milan. It has some 1,800 residents, but is much more populated in summer, when tourists rent houses and apartments. The town overlooks Como, which lies on the s...
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Capanna CAO?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th-5th) as they are likely to be further away from the Via alle Colme street noise. The hotel's lift serves all floors, so you won't have to worry about stairs-only historic sections.
Which rooms should I avoid at Capanna CAO?
Avoid rooms in the historic sections (presumably the lower floors) as they may have structural limitations and stairs-only access.
Is Capanna CAO noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from Via alle Colme, which can be busy during the day. The hotel's on-site parking and valet parking options might also generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Capanna CAO?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via alle Colme in Brunate doesn't offer a stunning view. However, you might get a glimpse of the surrounding hills or Lake Como, depending on the room's orientation.
What are insider tips for staying at Capanna CAO?
Take advantage of the hotel's on-site parking for €20 per night, as it's more convenient than the nearest public car park at €15 per day. Request a room with free WiFi, as it's already included in the hotel's offer, and you can enjoy a fast 1 Gbps speed.
What time is check-in at Capanna CAO?
Check-in at Capanna CAO is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Capanna CAO have Wi-Fi?
free, 1 Gbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Capanna CAO?
€3.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Capanna CAO?
Panino or pizza slice from a bakery: about €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Capanna CAO?
Funicular day pass from Como to Brunate: about €5.50 single; cheapest from Milan airports is a bus to Como then funicular.
When is the best time to visit Brunate?
June to September: warm enough for high-altitude walks (21–28°C), but July and August bring afternoon thunderstorms. May and September offer cooler, quieter trails.
Principales atracciones en Brunate
💡 Arrive just before sunset — the light hits the church bell tower perfectly. No tickets needed.
💡 Bring your own sandwiches; the nearest cafe closes at 17:00 in off-season.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes — the path is uneven gravel and can be slippery after rain.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to have the whole place to yourself — weekends bring wedding parties.
💡 Buy a return ticket at Como station to save a couple of euros — single fares at Brunate are slightly dearer.