Hotels in Centro Storico, Como, Italy
Updated 7 September 2026 · 25 real hotels
The city centre of Como is the most convenient and atmospheric base on Lake Como, placing you within walking distance of the cathedral, the lakefront promenade, and ferry connections to Bellagio and Varenna. It suits couples, solo travellers, and short-break visitors who want to explore on foot without relying on a car. Prices reflect the premium location, but the range of properties covers budgets from mid-range boutique to true luxury.
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Staying in the centre of Como
Como's city centre sits at the southern tip of the western branch of Lake Como, roughly an hour by train from Milan. The neighbourhood is compact and largely pedestrianised at its core, built around the Gothic-Renaissance Duomo and the long lakefront promenade known as the lungolago. Most sights, restaurants, and the main ferry terminal are reachable on foot in under fifteen minutes from any hotel in this area, which makes it particularly practical if you are arriving by train: Como San Giovanni station is about a ten-minute walk from the cathedral, while the smaller Como Lago station sits right on the waterfront.
The vibe is a mix of everyday Italian city life and steady tourist activity, busiest in summer (June to August) and during spring and early autumn weekends. Streets are lined with trattorias, wine bars, independent boutiques, and gelaterias. The area suits travellers who want a genuine town feel rather than a purely resort experience, and who plan to use Como as a base for day trips by ferry or hydrofoil to the villages along the lake. Hotels here range from well-priced boutique rooms to palatial five-star addresses overlooking the water, so the centre works for a wide spread of budgets even if it is never the cheapest part of the lake.
Where to stay on any budget?
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bed and Breakfast Storico | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4 | 102 €/nuit |
| B&B Residenza Cavour | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.7 | 104 €/nuit |
| Domus in Como by Rent all Como | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.3 | 111 €/nuit |
| Residence Diaz | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.3 | 139 €/nuit |
| Cinque Giornate 70 Suites by Rent all Como | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 5 | 156 €/nuit |
| Rumi Rooms | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.7 | 158 €/nuit |
| VOLTA COLLECTION BY HALLDIS | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.9 | 161 €/nuit |
| Hotel Barchetta Excelsior ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.4 | 163 €/nuit |
| Palazzo San Fedele - Como Suites | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.7 | 172 €/nuit |
| Marcello's Como Lake | Centre-ville de Côme | ★ 4.9 | 182 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Is the centre of Como walkable, and do you need a car?+
The historic centre is very walkable. The cathedral, the lakefront, the main market square, and the ferry terminal are all connected by flat, mostly pedestrianised streets. A car is unnecessary and often a hindrance, since parking is limited and traffic is restricted in many streets. For villages further along the lake such as Bellagio, Varenna, or Menaggio, the ferry and hydrofoil services that depart from the central pier are the most practical option.
What is the price range for hotels in Como's city centre?+
Based on current listings in the area, nightly rates start around 222 euros at Alessia's Place and rise to 1,110 euros at Palazzo Venezia. Four-star boutique hotels such as the 73 Boutique Hotel (from 301 euros, rated 4.9/5) and the Hotel Barchetta Excelsior (from 315 euros, rated 4.4/5) represent the middle of the range. Five-star options including the Palazzo San Gottardo Lake Como, a Radisson Collection (from 663 euros, rated 4.9/5) and the DBH Duomo Boutique Hotel Lake Como (from 713 euros, rated 4.9/5) sit at the upper end.
Which type of traveller does the centre of Como suit best?+
The centre works well for couples on a romantic break, solo travellers who prefer urban walkability, and anyone doing a short stay of two to four nights with plans to explore the lake by ferry. It is less ideal for families or groups looking for a pool or extensive resort facilities, since most city-centre properties are boutique in scale. Travellers who want complete peace and quiet may find summer weekends lively, as the waterfront attracts both tourists and locals in the evenings.
How do you get from Milan to the centre of Como?+
The most straightforward connection is by regional train from Milano Centrale or Milano Porta Garibaldi to Como San Giovanni, a journey of roughly 35 to 45 minutes. Trains run frequently throughout the day. From the station it is about a ten-minute walk to the Duomo and the lakefront. Alternatively, trains on the Ferrovie Nord line run from Milano Cadorna to Como Lago station, which drops you directly on the waterfront. By car the journey takes around an hour depending on traffic, but parking in the centre is limited.
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