Travel and Accommodations

Hotel

Hotel Villa Aurora

Owned by the Gregorio family since 1965, Hotel Villa Aurora is directly on the lake and overlooks Lake Como in a panoramic setting. The main hotel is an early 20th-century property and the lake-view villa was built in 2009. It has preserved all the charm of the old residences but has been updated with modern amenities. The hotel has two bars and a charming breakfast room. Guests have free access to the sundeck with sun loungers and umbrellas. Canoes, kayaks and bikes are available free of charge to guests. It is truly a timeless retreat in the centre of Lake Como.

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Filario Hotel & Residences

Featuring a panoramic location in Lezzeno and an infinity pool with views of Lake Como, Filario Hotel & Residences offers a restaurant and luxuriously furnished rooms and apartments. Filario is located in Lezzeno just a 13-min walk from Hotel Villa Aurora or 2-min by car. It has modern architecture and a clean design, creating a luxuriously modern vibe. The hotel also has a pool. Each unit is air conditioned and has a lake-view balcony. Apartments and houses also have a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. The Filario has a direct access to its private beach, and a watertaxi service from the hotel to the lake is also available on request.

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Hotel Helvetia

Right on the shores of Lake Como, Hotel Helvetia features a panoramic lake-view terrace, a garden with private lake access, and a bar. It is about a 15-min walk from Hotel Villa Aurora. Housed in a 1920s villa, the Helvetia Hotel offers modern rooms and apartments overlooking the lake. Rooms feature an LCD TV and private bathroom, while apartments also have a kitchenette in the living room. Private parking is offered on site as well as a ticket service and tour desk.

House Or Rental

AirBnB

There are also AirBnB options in Lezzeno as well. Do be sure to check the location on a map as you want to be sure to be within walking distance to Hotel Villa Aurora if you are not renting a car. Please also see comments in the ‘Getting Around’ section below.

Flight

Milan

Milan has the closest international airports to Lake Como. If you fly into Malpensa (MXP), you can take the train direct from the airport--it is very easy. If you fly into Linate (LIN), you can also take the train but will need to take a bus or a cab to Milano Centrale train station and depart from there. Alternatively, you can rent a car from either airport.

Train

Trenitalia

From Malpensa Airport (MXP), the train takes about 1 hour to Como. Purchase your tickets at the station direct to Como Lago. You will need to transfer in Saronno (wait is typically 20-mins between trains). When you start to arrive in the Como area, there will be multiple stops starting with 'Como'--do not get off until the last stop, Como Lago! When you arrive, you will have two options: the bus or the ferry. For both, walk towards the front of the train to exit. Just to the left of the exit, you will see two bus stops--go to the second one where you will catch the C30 Bus towards Bellagio. Tell the bus driver you are going to Lezzeno, Aurora, they usually stop but do keep an eye out! The ride should be about 35-40 mins. For the ferry, head towards the water from the train station. Buy a ticket to Lezzeno. The hotel is about a 10-min walk from the Lezzeno ferry stop. Be careful as you will need to walk alongside a narrow road with speedy cars. If you are traveling from Milan-Linate airport or from Milan, then you will need to take the train from Milano-Centrale to Como S. Giovanni. From there, you can catch the C30 bus direct to Lezzeno.

Travel Note

Getting around

Public transportation is reliable on the lake. However, you will be limited to the schedules of the bus and ferry. Both do not operate as often in the late evenings, meaning it would be best to stay in Lezzeno on the night of the wedding. If you choose to stay outside of Lezzeno, it is more convenient to stay on the same side of the lake. Cabs are available from Bellagio if needed, but there aren’t many. There is no Uber on the lake so plan accordingly. You can also rent a car. Do note, the roads along the lake are narrow and windy so please drive carefully and do not speed! You will need to share the road with the large busses, often requiring some mad maneuvering skills. Lastly, please be careful walking along the main street especially at night! The roads are narrow and, in some areas, dark. Cars are generally good at avoiding pedestrians but just be mindful crossing. Hug the sides of the roads when walking. Stick to the sidewalk if there is one.

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5-Star Hotels Worth a Visit

If you fancy something luxurious and have the time, The Grand Tremezzo is a famous 5-star hotel located across the lake from Bellagio in Tremezzo. We would recommend at least having lunch on the terrace here, it's your quintessential Lake Como experience. They also have an amazing spa if you want to treat yourself! The Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is one of the most prestigious historic hotels in the area, and the only 5-star luxury hotel in Bellagio. Its lounges and large gardens enable guests to enjoy a holiday like the aristocrats of times gone by: far from the crowd, surrounded by every comfort imaginable and looking out over one of the most beautiful views in the world. Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como offers five-star lakefront splendour on the sunlit shores of Lake Como. Coupled with its serene setting, nestled between luxuriant botanical park and lake, the resort represents a seductive blend of Italian style, oriental charm and natural beauty.