Hotels in Varenna, Italy

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Varenna is a lakeside comune on Lake Como in the Province of Lecco in Lombardy. The town’s character is shaped by its waterfront setting and a string of historic villas and gardens along the shore.

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Villa Monastero
Historic villa with botanical gardens overlooking the lake. Visitors typically stroll the grounds and tour the villa's museum rooms.
Sentiero del Viandante
Ancient hiking trail along the eastern shore offering varied landscapes, charming villages, and lakeside scenery. The route connects several towns, so plan sect
Castello di Vezio
Medieval castle above the town with panoramic views of Lake Como. Visitors often hike up to explore the fortress ruins and enjoy falconry displays.

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Hotel Olivedo

Stars: 3Rating: 9.1Family friendly

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Lakefront location. Historic 19th-century building. Panoramic terrace views. Traditional Lombardy cuisine. Hotel Olivedo occupies a charming 19th-century building just a two-minute walk from Varenna’s pier on Lake Como. Guests can enjoy panoramic lake views from the terrace, where breakfast is served during summer months. The air-conditioned rooms feature free WiFi and flat-screen satellite TVs, with some offering private balconies overlooking the water. The onsite restaurant specializes in traditional Lombardy dishes,…Lakefront location. Historic 19th-century building. Panoramic terrace views. Traditional Lombardy cuisine. Hotel Olivedo occupies a charming 19th-century building just a two-minute walk from Varenna’s pier on Lake Como. Guests can enjoy panoramic lake views from the terrace, where breakfast is served during summer months. The air-conditioned rooms feature free WiFi and flat-screen satellite TVs, with some offering private balconies overlooking the water. The onsite restaurant specializes in traditional Lombardy dishes, enhancing the authentic local experience. Conveniently located near Varenna-Esino Train Station, the hotel provides easy access to ferry services and attractions such as Menaggio Golf Club, situated seven kilometers across the lake.

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Hotel Royal Victoria, by R Collection Hotels

Stars: 4Rating: 9.1Pet friendly

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Hotel Royal Victoria, by R Collection Hotels

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Lake Como views. Historic 19th-century building. Private dock. Wellness centre facilities. Hotel Royal Victoria, by R Collection Hotels, occupies a historic 19th-century building with sweeping panoramic views of Lake Como. Nestled on the lake shore in Varenna, the property boasts lush gardens, a swimming pool open from May to September, and a wellness centre featuring a sauna and steam bath. Rooms are air-conditioned, come with satellite TV and Wi-Fi, and some offer balconies with lake vistas. Dining…Lake Como views. Historic 19th-century building. Private dock. Wellness centre facilities. Hotel Royal Victoria, by R Collection Hotels, occupies a historic 19th-century building with sweeping panoramic views of Lake Como. Nestled on the lake shore in Varenna, the property boasts lush gardens, a swimming pool open from May to September, and a wellness centre featuring a sauna and steam bath. Rooms are air-conditioned, come with satellite TV and Wi-Fi, and some offer balconies with lake vistas. Dining options include two restaurants, one providing stunning views overlooking Bellagio, complementing the tranquil setting.

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Casa Du Lac, by R Collection Hotels

Stars: 4Rating: 8.8Family friendly

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Lake Como views. On-site restaurant. Air-conditioned rooms. Free WiFi. Casa Du Lac, by R Collection Hotels, sits gracefully on the shores of Lake Como in Varenna. The property combines comfort with stunning lakeside vistas, offering air-conditioned rooms equipped with televisions, refrigerators, and private bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries. Select accommodations feature terraces or balconies overlooking the tranquil lake. Guests may dine at the on-site restaurant or…Lake Como views. On-site restaurant. Air-conditioned rooms. Free WiFi. Casa Du Lac, by R Collection Hotels, sits gracefully on the shores of Lake Como in Varenna. The property combines comfort with stunning lakeside vistas, offering air-conditioned rooms equipped with televisions, refrigerators, and private bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries. Select accommodations feature terraces or balconies overlooking the tranquil lake. Guests may dine at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar. Conveniently located, it is a 30-minute drive from Lecco and around 65 km from Orio Al Serio International Airport, making it a serene yet accessible retreat.

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Albergo Del Sole

Stars: 3Rating: 8.6Family friendly

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Lake Como waterfront. Classic rooms. On-site restaurant. Free Wi-Fi. Albergo Del Sole enjoys a prime location facing Varenna’s Piazza San Giorgio, just steps from the shores of Lake Como. The hotel offers classic-style rooms featuring wooden floors, wood-beamed ceilings, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Guests can start the day with a sweet breakfast that includes cakes, jams, and yoghurt, paired with juices and hot drinks. The on-site restaurant…Lake Como waterfront. Classic rooms. On-site restaurant. Free Wi-Fi. Albergo Del Sole enjoys a prime location facing Varenna’s Piazza San Giorgio, just steps from the shores of Lake Como. The hotel offers classic-style rooms featuring wooden floors, wood-beamed ceilings, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Guests can start the day with a sweet breakfast that includes cakes, jams, and yoghurt, paired with juices and hot drinks. The on-site restaurant specializes in local fish dishes and traditional cuisine. Lecco lies a 25-minute drive away, while Como is reachable within an hour by car, making the hotel a serene base for exploring the region.

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Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels

Stars: 4Rating: 7.8Family friendlyPet friendly

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Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels

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Lake Como waterfront. Botanic garden setting. Spacious classic rooms. Gourmet dining. Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels, nestles on the shores of Lake Como amidst lush botanic gardens. The property offers spacious en suite rooms with classic décor, parquet floors, and satellite TV, some featuring serene lake views. A cooling fan is provided for comfort. Guests can enjoy a gourmet restaurant and a varied breakfast served daily, combining sweet and savory choices with hot beverages. Free…Lake Como waterfront. Botanic garden setting. Spacious classic rooms. Gourmet dining. Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels, nestles on the shores of Lake Como amidst lush botanic gardens. The property offers spacious en suite rooms with classic décor, parquet floors, and satellite TV, some featuring serene lake views. A cooling fan is provided for comfort. Guests can enjoy a gourmet restaurant and a varied breakfast served daily, combining sweet and savory choices with hot beverages. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby. The hotel frequently hosts high-end events and weddings, which may cause occasional service adjustments compensated by complimentary access to the nearby sister hotel, Royal Victoria.

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