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Accommodation
To make your stay as seamless as possible, we recommend staying near Cernobbio, where the venue is located. Below is a suggested list of accommodations ranging from 5-star luxury stays to more budget-friendly options. There are also plenty of charming Airbnb options in the area!
We encourage you to book your accommodations as early as possible to secure your stay in this popular summer destination!
5-Star Hotels
Villa d’Este: 2 minutes by car from Villa Erba
Mandarin Oriental: 25 minutes by car or 10 minutes by boat
Passalacqua: 10 minutes by car
4-Star Hotels
Sheraton Lake Como Hotel: 6 minutes by foot
Hotel Miralago: 8 minutes by foot
Hotel Centrale: 6 minutes by foot
Grand Hotel Imperiale: 10 minutes by car (booking availability pending due to potential restoration works)
Hilton Lake Como: 5 minutes by car
Hotel Villa Flori: 4 minutes by car
Hotel Asnigo: 7 minutes by car
3-Star Hotels
Hotel Terzo Crotto: 3 minutes by car or 10 minutes by foot
TRANSPORTATION
How to get to Lake Como
By Train: Take the Malpensa Express to Saronno, then transfer to a regional train to Como San Giovanni. Alternatively, take the Malpensa Express to Milan Cadorna and transfer to a train to Como Lago station. The journey takes about 1–1.5 hours and costs approximately €10-20, depending on the route.
We recommend to book the train tickets HERE.
By Bus: You can take a direct shuttle bus from Malpensa to Como San Giovanni station, which takes about 1 hour and costs around €15. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle to Milan Central Station and then a train to Como.
By Taxi or Private Transfer: This is the most convenient option and takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour, costing approximately €100-150. Booking a private transfer in advance is recommended for ease of travel.
Taxi service: Massimiliano – +39 334 9748558, Ferdinando +39 333 2857092
By Car: Renting a car and driving to Como via the A9 motorway takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour. This is a good option if you plan to explore the area further.
When you are in Lake Como area for a unique and scenic experience, you can also take a water taxi. This is a great option for both transportation and sightseeing.
Water taxi services:
Service 1: +39 349 2326431
Service 2: +39 351 4364261