Il tuo soggiorno — Hotel Gardenia
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La proprietà — Hotel Gardenia
Hotel Gardenia feels like a calm, family-run bolt-hole a short walk from Como’s lakefront. The lobby is small and tiled, with fresh flowers on the desk and a polite, efficient receptionist who remembers your name. Its USP is the private garden and outdoor pool – rare for a 3-star in central Como – and the quiet residential street means you sleep well. Best for couples or solo travellers who want a genuine base, not a chain-hotel buzz.
Cronache di Como
Como’s origins are Roman; it was a key staging post on the Via Regina. The medieval walled core still follows the Roman grid, but the city’s real golden age came in the 15th–16th centuries under the Visconti and Sforza dynasties, who built the cathedral and fortified the hills. Architecturally, Como is a mix of Romanesque bell towers, Renaissance piazzas and rationalist 1930s buildings by local hero Giuseppe Terragni, including the striking Casa del Fascio. Today, Como is a prosperous lakeside hub – silk-making capital, weekend magnet for Milanese, and a quieter alternative to Bellagio or Varenna.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Como →I migliori mesi
May and September: warm enough for a lake swim (20–25 °C), long daylight, and the Easter/July crowds have thinned. June is also good, but it gets buzzy from mid-month.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak, especially around Ferragosto (15 August). Hotel prices double or triple; the lakefront is thick with day-trippers from Milan. The main driver is the combination of school holidays and perfect swimming weather.
Stagione di spalla
April–May and September–October are the sweet spot. April can be rainy but the gardens are spectacular; October is mild with autumn colour and rates drop 30-40%. The lake ferries still run, but the queues vanish.
Meteo e imballaggio
Como’s microclimate brings sudden afternoon thunderstorms even in high summer, so pack a light waterproof jacket or compact umbrella. Never rely on just sandals – cobblestones and sudden rain make closed-toe walking shoes essential, even in July.
Briefing della città — Como
- Como’s new pedestrianised zone on Piazza Cavour began in spring 2026 – expect some diversions for taxis and cars right at the waterfront, but it’s made the lakefront much more pleasant for walking.
- The 2026 summer ferry timetable started early June with extra departures to Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio; the first boat now leaves Como at 07:00 instead of 08:30. Queues still build by 10:00, so book ahead or go early.
- The newly restored Villa Olmo gardens reopened after winter works – free entry and the rose garden is at its peak in July. Worth a quiet afternoon away from the tourist trail.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Gardenia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard, away from the street. These are typically quietest and offer some natural light without street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground or first floor facing Via Vittorio Emanuele II — street-level noise from pedestrians, traffic, and the adjacent bar can be intrusive. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft.
Best views
If you face the lake side (south-west orientation possible here), rooms on floor 4 may glimpse Lake Como above nearby rooftops. Otherwise, a courtyard view is calm but unremarkable.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are best. With no lift noise (the lift stops at these floors but is less disruptive than lower levels), and being above street-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Via Vittorio Emanuele II peaks in late afternoon and early evening (traffic and pedestrian chatter). The bar on the ground floor can be audible until 11pm on weekends. Occasional church bells from Como's Duomo carry to upper floors.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4, courtyard side — these are sleep-friendly. Check-in early (before 2pm) to secure this request; the hotel has limited desirable rooms. Parking is in a nearby public garage, not on-site, so pre-book via the hotel for a discount.
- 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 — Hotel Gardenia
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel, typical speed 15 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms
One passenger lift serving all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via hotel tablets in lobby; no physical newspapers delivered
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 11:00; check-out by 10:30; late check-out until 13:00 for €25, subject to availability
Free luggage storage at reception on day of departure after check-out, no time limit
Step-free entry via side ramp; lift to all rooms; no adapted bathroom or shower in standard rooms, but wheelchair users can request ground-floor room with slightly wider doorways
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Autosilo Largo Spagna (5 min walk), €18 per night; no EV charging on site
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, applied at check-out
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee required at booking; €50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Cappellina della Pace (522 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Vincenzo Santuario del Crocifisso (809 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa parrocchiale di San Michele (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Vito e Modesto (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Parco Scalabrini — 984 m · ~12 min walk
Teatro Angelicum — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Parco Alfieri — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Farmacia Casarotto — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at banks or post offices for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Como San Giovanni station or tourist spots as they offer poor rates and high commissions.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay common; carry cash for small purchases, market stalls, and some cafes.
Round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service isn't included; hotel porters and cleaners appreciate a few euros.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A cappuccino or espresso at a bar counter costs around 1.20-1.50€; sitting at a table adds 2-3€.
A panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway spot costs 5-7€; a sit-down lunch menu (primo+acqua) around 12-15€.
A pasta or pizza main course in a basic trattoria runs 10-15€; avoid lakeside front-row restaurants for cheaper options.
Head to the old town alleys near Piazza Cavour for focaccia, farinata, or polenta takeaway stalls; also look for seasonal market stalls near the ferry terminal.
Supermarkets like Conad, Coop, and Carrefour Express are common; Conad near Piazza Vittoria is handy.
Via Vitani and Via Volta have mid-range chain stores; for cheap basics try OVS or UPIM; markets near Piazza San Fedele on Saturdays have second-hand clothes.
Walk or use the city bus (€1.30 single ticket from tabacchi); the cheapest airport transfer is the C43 bus from Milan Malpensa to Como for about €12, or the train from Milan Centrale/Milano Cadorna (€4.80-€6).
Buy bus tickets in advance from tobacconists (not onboard). Shop for groceries at Conad/Coop to save on meals. Eat pizza or pasta at lunch menus for better value than dinner.
Buono da sapere — 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 Hotel Gardenia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Casarotto — 1.1 km · ~14 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
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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...
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What are the best rooms at Hotel Gardenia?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard, away from the street. These are typically quietest and offer some natural light without street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Gardenia?
Avoid rooms on the ground or first floor facing Via Vittorio Emanuele II — street-level noise from pedestrians, traffic, and the adjacent bar can be intrusive. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft.
Is Hotel Gardenia noisy?
Street noise from Via Vittorio Emanuele II peaks in late afternoon and early evening (traffic and pedestrian chatter). The bar on the ground floor can be audible until 11pm on weekends. Occasional church bells from Como's Duomo carry to upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Gardenia?
If you face the lake side (south-west orientation possible here), rooms on floor 4 may glimpse Lake Como above nearby rooftops. Otherwise, a courtyard view is calm but unremarkable.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Gardenia?
Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4, courtyard side — these are sleep-friendly. Check-in early (before 2pm) to secure this request; the hotel has limited desirable rooms. Parking is in a nearby public garage, not on-site, so pre-book via the hotel for a discount.
What time is check-in at Hotel Gardenia?
Check-in at Hotel Gardenia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Gardenia have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel, typical speed 15 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Gardenia?
€2.50 per person per night, applied at check-out
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Gardenia?
A panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway spot costs 5-7€; a sit-down lunch menu (primo+acqua) around 12-15€.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Gardenia?
Walk or use the city bus (€1.30 single ticket from tabacchi); the cheapest airport transfer is the C43 bus from Milan Malpensa to Como for about €12, or the train from Milan Centrale/Milano Cadorna (€4.80-€6).
When is the best time to visit Como?
May and September: warm enough for a lake swim (20–25 °C), long daylight, and the Easter/July crowds have thinned. June is also good, but it gets buzzy from mid-month.
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.