5-Star
Belmond
Belmond Hotel Villa Serbelloni
A grand 19th-century villa perched on Bellagio's promontory, surrounded by terraced gardens and commanding views across the lake's three branches.
Destination
Lake Como
Alpine mountains, emerald water, historic villas with gardens that tumble to the shore. Just an hour from our office in Milan - and still, every visit takes our breath away.
About Lake Como
Italy's most enchanting lake
Lake Como has drawn travellers for centuries, and the appeal hasn't dimmed. The dramatic Alpine backdrop, the terraced gardens, the grand lakeside villas - it all feels slightly unreal. The lake's three slender branches cradle some of Italy's most storied towns: the cobbled lanes of Bellagio, the quiet elegance of Varenna, the regal shoreline of Cernobbio.
Centuries-old estates draped in wisteria line the waterfront. Secluded gardens hide temples and fountains you could spend hours in. Whether you arrive by seaplane, private boat, or the scenic lakeside road from Milan, Como delivers a beauty that feels both intimate and impossibly grand. We drive up here regularly - and it still gets us every time.
Highlights
- Historic villas & lakeside gardens
- Private boat tours on the lake
- Como silk shopping & ateliers
- Alpine hiking & nature trails
- Bellagio, Varenna & Cernobbio
- Lakeside dining & regional cuisine
Where to Stay
Our favourite hotels on Lake Como
Properties we know personally and trust completely.
5-Star
5-Star
Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como
Contemporary luxury on the shores of Blevio. Sleek interiors, a destination spa, and a private botanical garden cascading to the water's edge.
5-Star
Independent
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
An Art Nouveau palace gracing the shores of Tremezzo since 1910. Floating pool, lakeside terraces, and uninterrupted views of Bellagio across the water.
5-Star
Independent
Villa d'Este
A Renaissance masterpiece turned legendary grand hotel in Cernobbio. Ten hectares of parkland, a floating pool, and five centuries of history in every corridor.
5-Star
Independent
Passalacqua
Named the world's best hotel in 2023, and it's easy to see why. An 18th-century lakeside estate in Moltrasio with just 24 rooms, tiered gardens, and a level of care that's hard to find anywhere else.
5-Star
Independent
Grand Hotel Victoria, Menaggio
A Belle Époque jewel on Menaggio's lakefront promenade. Panoramic pool, private gardens, and sunset views across the lake to Bellagio and Varenna.
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