Il tuo soggiorno — B&B Borghi
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La proprietà — B&B Borghi
The B&B Borghi sits in a quiet residential street a 10-minute walk from Como’s lakefront, a clean, modern B&B run by a family who live upstairs. The lobby is small but bright, with a map of the lake on the wall and a noticeboard listing local bus times and restaurant menus. It suits independent travellers who want a reliable, no-fuss base rather than a hotel with a bar or restaurant; breakfast is served in a simple dining room with pastries, cold cuts, and decent coffee. The USP is the price: for the centre of Como, rooms here are consistently among the cheapest, with the trade-off being compact bathrooms and no lift.
Cronache di Como
Como began as a Roman settlement (Novum Comum) in 196 BC, founded by Julius Caesar as a military colony and trading hub at the southern tip of Lake Como. Its medieval core is built around the Duomo, a Gothic-Renaissance hybrid started in 1396 and finished over 350 years; the adjacent Broletto (town hall) and the 12th-century city walls survive in fragments. The city’s silk industry boomed from the 16th century, and today Como still produces about 80% of Italy’s high-end silk, with workshops along narrow streets off the main square. In the 19th century, it became a resort for Milanese aristocrats and British Romantics — Byron and Shelley both stayed — and the lakefront villas and gardens date from that era. Culturally, Como is now a mix of commuter town (the train to Milan takes 40 minutes), tourist hub for the lake, and serious silk manufacturing centre: the Antica Seteria Bianchi silk mill still runs its original 19th-century looms.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Como →I migliori mesi
May and September: long daylight (8pm sunsets), temperatures 20–25°C, lake swimmable, and crowds are thinner than mid-summer. October is also good for quiet walks and autumn foliage, though hotel prices stay moderate.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the absolute peak: Como’s lakefront and ferry queues are packed with day-trippers from Milan and northern Europe. Hotel prices at 3-star B&Bs like Borghi can double from €80 to €160 a night. The main driver is European school holidays (July–August) plus the Palio del Baradello jousting festival in early September, which is genuinely popular with locals.
Stagione di spalla
April, June, and October: weather is still pleasant (April 12–18°C, can be rainy; June 20–28°C; October 12–18°C). Room rates are 30–50% lower than July–August, and you’ll get seats on ferries without pre-booking.
Meteo e imballaggio
Como’s climate can flip from bright sun to a sharp downpour in 20 minutes, even in July, because the lake generates local cloud patterns. Pack a light waterproof jacket (not a parka) and shoes with grip — the cobbles on the old streets get extremely slippery when wet.
Briefing della città — Como
- From June 2026, Como’s lakefront pedestrian zone is extended permanently along Viale Geno, closing the road to vehicles between 10am and midnight — expect more foot traffic but quieter mornings near the B&B.
- The historic funicular to Brunate (the hill above Como) is closed for maintenance until late July 2026; a replacement bus runs every 20 minutes from the main square, but it takes 25 minutes instead of 7.
- A new seasonal ferry route from Como to Varenna (east shore) started May 2026 with a direct 30-minute crossing, reducing the previous 45-minute journey; tickets sell out by 11am in July, so buy online the night before.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Borghi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay. This hotel's Via Venti Settembre location means you're likely to hear some street noise, but upper floors will be less affected.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially those on the 1st and 2nd floors, as you'll hear the lift's constant operation throughout the day.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's Via Venti Settembre location means most rooms will face the adjacent buildings or the street. However, rooms on the 4th or 5th floor might have a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, particularly from the nearby Via Venti Settembre, which can get busy with locals and tourists. You may also hear some noise from the service entrance, which is located near the hotel.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room with a better view, as the hotel's rooms with a view tend to be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Request a room with a balcony, if available, as it will provide a bit more space and a view of the surrounding area.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — B&B Borghi
free, 50 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, however, the original 19th-century staircase is preserved and accessible
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all guest devices
15:00, early bag-drop available from 12:00, €20 late check-out fee after 12:00
available from €5 per day, limited space
step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, historic building with some structural limitations
on-site parking available €20 per night, nearest public car park P2 €15 per day (10-minute walk), no EV charging available
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 credit card hold upon check-in, €100 advance deposit for stays over 3 nights
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Sala del Regno (437 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Bartolomeo (448 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Orsola (489 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Agata (613 m · ~8 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Esselunga della Ca' Merlata — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Parco Ippo Castano — 298 m · ~4 min walk
Museo della Seta — 516 m · ~6 min walk
La Lucernetta — 721 m · ~9 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
UniCredit Bank — 439 m · ~5 min walk
Lanzetti — 347 m · ~4 min walk
Carrefour Express — 932 m · ~12 min walk
Como Nord Borghi — 83 m · ~1 min walk
Moneta e moneta
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.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
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.
Buono da sapere — Como
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safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Borghi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · UniCredit Bank — 439 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Lanzetti — 347 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Informazioni su 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...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at B&B Borghi?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay. This hotel's Via Venti Settembre location means you're likely to hear some street noise, but upper floors will be less affected.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Borghi?
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially those on the 1st and 2nd floors, as you'll hear the lift's constant operation throughout the day.
Is B&B Borghi noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, particularly from the nearby Via Venti Settembre, which can get busy with locals and tourists. You may also hear some noise from the service entrance, which is located near the hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Borghi?
Unfortunately, the hotel's Via Venti Settembre location means most rooms will face the adjacent buildings or the street. However, rooms on the 4th or 5th floor might have a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Borghi?
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room with a better view, as the hotel's rooms with a view tend to be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Request a room with a balcony, if available, as it will provide a bit more space and a view of the surrounding area.
What time is check-in at B&B Borghi?
Check-in at B&B Borghi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Borghi have Wi-Fi?
free, 50 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Borghi?
€2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Borghi?
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 Borghi?
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: long daylight (8pm sunsets), temperatures 20–25°C, lake swimmable, and crowds are thinner than mid-summer. October is also good for quiet walks and autumn foliage, though hotel prices stay moderate.
Principali attrazioni a 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.