Il tuo soggiorno — Il Tivano
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La proprietà — Il Tivano
Il Tivano is a clean, no-fuss 3-star perched on a hillside in the quiet pre-Alpine suburb of Tavernerio, a 10-minute bus ride from Como's lakefront. The lobby feels like a functional alpine lodge: tiled floors, a small bar, and a friendly front desk where staff hand out bus timetables without being asked. It's a solid base for travellers who want a decent bed, free parking, and quick access to the lake — nothing fancy, but honest value.
Cronache di Como
Como began as a Roman settlement, Novum Comum, founded by Julius Caesar in 59 BC as a strategic outpost on the lake. Its medieval heart grew around the Duomo, a Gothic-Renaissance hybrid started in 1396 and finished five centuries later. The city became a silk capital in the 15th century, and today its factories still weave fabric for luxury fashion houses. Como's contemporary identity is split between day-trippers chasing lake views and a local population that treats the piazzas as living rooms — espresso by day, aperitivo by dusk.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Como →I migliori mesi
May (20-24°C, jacaranda bloom, quieter ferries) and September (20-25°C, warm lake swims, fewer crowds) for ideal balance of sun and tranquillity.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the busiest month: schools out, lake ferries jammed, hotel prices double. The week of Ferragosto (15 August) is the absolute peak. The 'Palio del Baradello' historic pageant draws crowds in July, but mostly it's just tourism.
Stagione di spalla
Late October to early November sees 30-40% discounts on 3-star rooms, mild 12-16°C days, and uncrowded ferry schedules. Expect some rain but also empty lake views.
Meteo e imballaggio
Como's microclimate can swing from sunny 27°C to an afternoon thunderstorm within an hour, especially in July. Always pack a light waterproof jacket and a foldable umbrella — don't rely on a forecast.
Briefing della città — Como
- The Como-Brunate funicular is closed for maintenance from June 15 to July 15, 2026 — take bus C30 to Brunate as an alternative.
- A new lakeside walking path between Villa Olmo and the Stadio Comunale opened in April 2026, cutting 10 minutes off the traditional route.
- Silk-weaving workshops at the Museo Didattico della Seta now require advance booking in July due to high demand — book at least 48 hours ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Tivano, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor, ideally at the front with a window facing the lake or the square (Via Vittorio Emanuele side). These have the best natural light and a view of the historic centre.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the back, which overlook the internal courtyard and can be dark and stuffy. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception area, which see noise from arrivals and luggage.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on upper floors look out over Piazza Volta or the narrow streets of Como’s historic centre. No full lake view, but a classic urban vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–4 are best for quiet, as they’re above street-level hubbub and below the roof where the breakfast room or service area might be.
🔊 Noise notes
This hotel sits on a pedestrian street in the old town, so daytime foot traffic and evening restaurant chatter are normal. Sundays are quieter. The lift runs until late, so avoid rooms right next to it on any floor.
Insider tips
1. Parking is not on-site; use the Autosilo Sant’Antonio garage 3 minutes’ walk away, and pre-book via the hotel for a small discount. 2. Request a room away from the internal courtyard if you want morning silence — the courtyard is used for staff breaks and deliveries.
- 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 — Il Tivano
Free WiFi throughout, 15 Mbps download, password at check-in, no login required
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstands; lobby TV broadcasts news
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out subject to availability, €30 fee until 14:00
Complimentary luggage storage at reception on check-in and check-out days
Step-free entrance at side door (ring bell for staff); one accessible room on ground floor; lift too narrow for large wheelchairs (65cm wide)
No on-site parking; nearest public garage: Garage Sant'Agostino at Via Varesina 7, €20 per 24h. No EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night, payable on check-in
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; credit card imprint of €50 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Cappella Alpina (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Santi Primo e Feliciano (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid the airport exchange bureaux and any currency exchange with a commission sign.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels, but keep €20–€50 cash for small bars, market stalls and the funicular.
Tipping is not expected; round up the bill or leave 5–10% for excellent service in restaurants. Taxi drivers don't expect a tip. For hotel porters, €1–€2 per bag.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso at a bar (standing) costs about €1.00–€1.20.
A panino and a soft drink from a takeaway sandwich shop runs around €6–€8.
A main pasta dish in a trattoria is usually €12–€15.
The market street (Via Vittorio Emanuele II) has kebab/pizza slices and focaccia stands; the lakeside promenade is pricier for snacks.
Supermarkets like Carrefour Express and Conad are dotted around the historic centre and near the train station.
The main shopping streets (Via Vittorio Emanuele II and Via Boldoni) have Zara, H&M and mass-market Italian brands; no discount markets.
A single urban bus ticket costs €1.40 (valid 90 min); a 24-hour pass is €3.50. From Milan airport, take the train to Como Borghi station (about €10–€13 depending on airport).
Eat at casual bakeries or bars for lunch and avoid restaurants directly on the lakefront. Buy a tap-water bottle (acqua del rubinetto) in most bars for free. Walk instead of taking the funicular to Brunate unless you want the view.
Buono da sapere — Como
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.87 · 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 Il Tivano
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~23 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 Il Tivano?
Request a room on the third floor, ideally at the front with a window facing the lake or the square (Via Vittorio Emanuele side). These have the best natural light and a view of the historic centre.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Tivano?
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the back, which overlook the internal courtyard and can be dark and stuffy. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception area, which see noise from arrivals and luggage.
Is Il Tivano noisy?
This hotel sits on a pedestrian street in the old town, so daytime foot traffic and evening restaurant chatter are normal. Sundays are quieter. The lift runs until late, so avoid rooms right next to it on any floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Tivano?
Front-facing rooms on upper floors look out over Piazza Volta or the narrow streets of Como’s historic centre. No full lake view, but a classic urban vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Tivano?
1. Parking is not on-site; use the Autosilo Sant’Antonio garage 3 minutes’ walk away, and pre-book via the hotel for a small discount. 2. Request a room away from the internal courtyard if you want morning silence — the courtyard is used for staff breaks and deliveries.
What time is check-in at Il Tivano?
Check-in at Il Tivano is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Tivano have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, 15 Mbps download, password at check-in, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Tivano?
€3.00 per person per night, payable on check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Tivano?
A panino and a soft drink from a takeaway sandwich shop runs around €6–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Tivano?
A single urban bus ticket costs €1.40 (valid 90 min); a 24-hour pass is €3.50. From Milan airport, take the train to Como Borghi station (about €10–€13 depending on airport).
When is the best time to visit Como?
May (20-24°C, jacaranda bloom, quieter ferries) and September (20-25°C, warm lake swims, fewer crowds) for ideal balance of sun and tranquillity.
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.