🇮🇹 Como, Italy
B&B Volta
📍 32, Via Alessandro Volta, Como, 22100
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La propiedad — B&B Volta
B&B Volta is a compact, family-run three-star in a residential street a few blocks back from Como's lakefront. The lobby is small and tiled, with a tidy desk and a few chairs; it feels more like a well-kept townhouse than a hotel. Rooms are basic but spotless, and the USP is straightforward: a proper breakfast (yogurt, pastries, ham, cheese) downstairs, and you're a ten-minute walk from the cathedral and ferry terminal. It suits independent travellers who want a no-nonsense base, not resort-style leisure.
Crónicas de Como
Como was founded as a Roman settlement, Novum Comum, in 196 BC, and its grid plan still shapes the historic centre. In the Middle Ages it became a prosperous silk-weaving centre, a trade that funded the building of the marble Gothic cathedral (Duomo di Como) begun in 1396. During the 19th century Como's lakefront villas and gardens attracted European aristocracy, cementing its reputation as a quiet lakeside retreat. Today its identity balances silk manufacturing, light tourism, and a steady commuter flow to Milan. The old town remains essentially pedestrianised, with narrow lanes leading to wide piazzas by the water.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Como →Los mejores meses
May and September: settled weather (18–25°C), full lake boat schedules, lively but not overcrowded streets. Early October is also good for crisp light and fewer tourists.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August: school holidays and the peak of the Italian summer season. Como's lakeside cafes and ferries pack out; hotel prices at B&B Volta roughly double versus spring. The Settembre Festival (first half of September) draws additional visitors for open-air concerts and events.
La temporada del hombro
April and October: average highs 16–20°C, around 30–40% lower room rates than July, and you'll have the Duomo piazza almost to yourself. Rain is possible but usually short-lived.
Tiempo y embalaje
Como's lake moderates temperature but generates sudden afternoon thunderstorms in summer—a light waterproof jacket or umbrella is essential even on a hot day. Explicit packing rule: bring a long-sleeved layer for evenings, as the lake breeze drops temperatures sharply after sunset.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Como
- The Funicolare to Brunate is operating as normal, but check for occasional morning closures for maintenance in summer 2026.
- Work on the Como–Milan rail line (Trenord) continues; expect some replacement buses on weekends and delays of 15–30 minutes. Check online am before travel.
- New direct ferry route open from Como to Lecco (lake's east branch) since spring 2025, run by Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Volta, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These upper floors avoid street-level noise and the courtyard side is typically quieter than Via Alessandro Volta.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground or first above lobby) and those at the front of the building facing Via Alessandro Volta. Street noise from Como's traffic and pedestrians will be loudest here, especially in the morning and evening.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the building overlooking the inner courtyard offer a peaceful vista of private gardens typical of Como's townhouses. Front-facing rooms have a view of Via Alessandro Volta's narrow street and historic buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–5 (assuming standard numbering starting from 1 above ground). These are high enough to escape street rumble but not affected by roof-level equipment if there is any.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Alessandro Volta is a busy central street in Como with pedestrian traffic, scooter and car noise, and early-morning deliveries to nearby shops and cafes. The hotel's lift and the breakfast preparation area can also generate noise from around 07:30.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, pre-book nearby parking as Como has limited on-street spaces and ZTL zones to avoid. 2) For a quieter stay, request a room on the highest floor possible and ask specifically for a courtyard-facing room when booking – this is not always the default.
- 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 — B&B Volta
Free for all guests, single password at check-in; speed typically 30 Mbps download (good for streaming single device, not heavy gaming)
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; a small rack of Corriere della Sera and La Repubblica in the breakfast lounge (Italian only)
15:00–20:00 (weekday), 15:00–21:00 (Saturday); late check-out until 12:00 for €25, subject to availability; early bag drop allowed from 10:00
Free luggage room behind reception; key required, open 08:00–22:00
One step at main entrance (portable ramp available on request); lift to all floors but doors are 75 cm wide – may not suit larger wheelchairs
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Parcheggio Centro Lago a 400 m (€25/night, open 24h); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (over 14 years old)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card pre-authorisation for first night; at check-in a €50 hold for incidentals
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Chiesa della Beata Vergine di Loreto (403 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Cristiana evangelica "Emmanuel" (403 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Eusebio e Carlo (498 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Basilica di San Giorgio (655 m · ~8 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Parco Antonio Sant'Elia — 89 m · ~1 min walk
Tempio Voltiano — 316 m · ~4 min walk
Teatro Sociale — 943 m · ~12 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 172 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Popolare — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Carrefour Express — 659 m · ~8 min walk
Como San Giovanni — 596 m · ~7 min walk
Dinero y moneda
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.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
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 B&B Volta
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 172 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Popolare — 367 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at B&B Volta?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These upper floors avoid street-level noise and the courtyard side is typically quieter than Via Alessandro Volta.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Volta?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground or first above lobby) and those at the front of the building facing Via Alessandro Volta. Street noise from Como's traffic and pedestrians will be loudest here, especially in the morning and evening.
Is B&B Volta noisy?
Via Alessandro Volta is a busy central street in Como with pedestrian traffic, scooter and car noise, and early-morning deliveries to nearby shops and cafes. The hotel's lift and the breakfast preparation area can also generate noise from around 07:30.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Volta?
Rooms at the back of the building overlooking the inner courtyard offer a peaceful vista of private gardens typical of Como's townhouses. Front-facing rooms have a view of Via Alessandro Volta's narrow street and historic buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Volta?
1) If arriving by car, pre-book nearby parking as Como has limited on-street spaces and ZTL zones to avoid. 2) For a quieter stay, request a room on the highest floor possible and ask specifically for a courtyard-facing room when booking – this is not always the default.
What time is check-in at B&B Volta?
Check-in at B&B Volta is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Volta have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, single password at check-in; speed typically 30 Mbps download (good for streaming single device, not heavy gaming)
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Volta?
€2.00 per person per night (over 14 years old)
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Volta?
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 B&B Volta?
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 and September: settled weather (18–25°C), full lake boat schedules, lively but not overcrowded streets. Early October is also good for crisp light and fewer tourists.
Principales atracciones en 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.