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Luxury Hotels in Lake Como

11 luxury hotels compared on guest reviews. No paid placements.

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Grand Hotel Victoria concept & spa, by R Collection Hotels

Grand Hotel Victoria concept & spa, by R Collection Hotels

Lake Como, Italy

Best overall
Booking9.6· 203 reviews
2 swimming poolsFree parkingFree Wifi2 restaurantsNon-smoking roomsFamily rooms+4 more

This impressive hotel boasts an enviable location, overlooking Lake Como and just 100 metres from the pedestrian centre of Menaggio. Admire the view across the lake to Bellagio and Varenna… Read more

Lakefront setting near Menaggio center
Art-Nouveau architecture with elegant interiors
Two pools amid landscaped gardens
Panoramic terrace dining overlooking Lake Como
Full spa and wellness facilities
Rates reflect premium lakeside positioning
Popular property may book out early
Some rooms lack private balconies
Why this position

Among the three highest guest scores of the 11 hotels we rank here — 9.6 from 203 reviews. Leads the ranking: a higher guest score than #2 (9.6 to 9.4).

2 swimming poolsFree parkingFree WifiSpa and wellness center2 restaurantsNon-smoking rooms+4 more

Owned by the Bucher family for 3 generations, Villa Serbelloni stands at the end of the Bellagio promontory, with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It features 2 gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming… Read more

Three generations of family ownership
Michelin-starred Mistral Restaurant on-site
Both indoor and outdoor pools
Private beach area on Lake Como
Prime position at Bellagio's promontory tip
Premium pricing reflects heritage setting
Formal atmosphere may not suit casual travelers
Seasonal closures possible in low season
Why this position

Rests on more guest reviews than #1 (484 to 203), at a slightly lower score (9.4 to 9.6).

Villa Lario Resort Mandello

Villa Lario Resort Mandello

Lake Como, Italy

Beach
Booking9.6· 172 reviews
€€€€
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingFree WifiFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsTea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms+4 more

Offering a terrace and a private beach area, Villa Lario Resort is set in Mandello del Lario. Guests can benefit from a swimming pool, a sun terrace with views of Lake Como and a private dock. Free… Read more

Private beach and lake dock
Sweeping views of Lake Como
Exceptional breakfast rated highly
Free parking and free WiFi
Close to Varenna and Lecco
Airport is a considerable distance
Not all rooms have seating areas
Resort setting may suit couples more than groups
Why this position

Among the three highest guest scores of the 11 hotels we rank here — 9.6 from 172 reviews. Scores higher than #2 (9.6 to 9.4), on a smaller body of reviews (172 to 484).

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Il Sereno Lago di Como

Il Sereno Lago di Como

Lake Como, Italy

Views
Booking9.7· 127 reviews
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingSpa and wellness centerNon-smoking roomsAirport shuttleRoom service+4 more

Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and Lake Como views, Il Sereno Lago di Como is located in Torno. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk… Read more

Michelin-starred restaurant on-site
Direct private beach access
Panoramic Lake Como views
Near-universal guest praise
Spa and wellness center
Breakfast is continental only
Distance from major airports
Seasonal outdoor pool only
Why this position

Among the three highest guest scores of the 11 hotels we rank here — 9.7 from 127 reviews. Scores higher than #3 (9.7 to 9.6), on a smaller body of reviews (127 to 172).

ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World

ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World

Lake Como, Italy

Spa & wellness
Booking9.6· 143 reviews
Free WifiSwimming poolSpa and wellness centerPrivate ParkingRestaurantNon-smoking rooms+4 more

ARIA Retreat & SPA in Porlezza offers a 5-star experience with spa facilities, a wellness centre, swimming pool with a view, sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, restaurant, bar… Read more

Extensive spa and wellness center
Swimming pool with scenic views
Private check-in and checkout
Strong appeal for couples' trips
Rich breakfast and dining options
Distance from Milan's airport
Limited proximity to major attractions
Restaurant open for dinner only
Why this position

Among the three highest guest scores of the 11 hotels we rank here — 9.6 from 143 reviews. Rests on more guest reviews than #4 (143 to 127), at a slightly lower score (9.6 to 9.7).

Passalacqua

Passalacqua

Lake Como, Italy

Booking9.9· 71 reviews
€€€€
Outdoor swimming poolSpa and wellness centerFree parkingFree WifiRestaurantNon-smoking rooms+4 more

Passalacqua in Moltrasio offers a 5-star hotel experience with a spa and wellness centre, swimming pool with a view, sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi… Read more

Panoramic pool overlooking Lake Como
Private garden setting on the lakeshore
Exceptional 9.9 review score
Full spa and wellness facilities
Private check-in for added discretion
Moltrasio location requires transport into Como
Premium rate reflects high service level
Limited rooms may require early booking
Why this position

Scores higher than #5 (9.9 to 9.6), on a smaller body of reviews (71 to 143).

Belvedere Bellagio

Belvedere Bellagio

Lake Como, Italy

Booking9.4· 305 reviews
€€€€
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingFree WifiSpa and wellness centerFamily roomsRestaurant+4 more

Owned by 5 generations of women since 1880, Belvedere Bellagio offers panoramic views of Lake Como. The private garden has an outdoor swimming pool. Parking is free… Read more

Five generations of family ownership
Panoramic restaurant terrace over the lake
New spa with Turkish bath and sauna
Private garden with outdoor pool
Free parking included
Restaurant open seasonally only
Only sweet breakfast offered
Not all rooms have lake views
Why this position

Rests on more guest reviews than #6 (305 to 71), at a slightly lower score (9.4 to 9.9).

Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como

Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como

Lake Como, Italy

Booking9.4· 276 reviews
€€€€
2 swimming poolsSpa and wellness centerFree parkingFree WifiNon-smoking roomsFitness center+4 more

Boasting a wellness centre and views over Lake Como, Mandarin Oriental Lago di Como offers elegant guestrooms and suites, with 2 stand-alone villas, in Blevio. It features a fine restaurant, free… Read more

40-yard infinity pool over the lake
Two private stand-alone villas available
Extensive wellness center with five treatment rooms
Free shuttle service to Como town
Vast gardens surrounding the property
Blevio location requires transport into town
Premium pricing reflects the setting
Some rooms lack lake-view balconies
Why this position

Level with #7 on the guest score (9.4) and on the reviews behind it.

Grand Hotel Tremezzo

Grand Hotel Tremezzo

Lake Como, Italy

Booking9.4· 142 reviews
€€€€
BeachfrontPrivate BeachSwimming PoolSpa and wellness centerBarFree WiFi+7 more

Offering stunning views of Lake Como and Bellagio, Grand Hotel Tremezzo is a 3-minute walk from Villa Carlotta and its botanic garden. It features a modern wellness centre, numerous dining options and… Read more

Three swimming pools with lake views
T SPA with outdoor lake-view hot tub
Prime location near Villa Carlotta
Extensive dining options on-site
Direct access to Lake Como waterfront
Premium pricing reflects lakefront prestige
Tremezzo town itself is quite small
Popular property books up quickly in summer
Why this position

The same guest score as #8 (9.4), on a smaller body of reviews (142 to 276).

Vista Palazzo Lago di Como

Vista Palazzo Lago di Como

Lake Como, Italy

Booking9.2· 174 reviews
€€€€
Private ParkingFree WifiFamily roomsRestaurantNon-smoking roomsAirport shuttle+4 more

Only steps away from the shores of Lake Como, Palazzo Venezia is set in Como, 100 metres from the Ferry Terminal… Read more

Steps from Lake Como shore
Highly rated breakfast service
Well-equipped, air-conditioned guest rooms
Close to ferry and train stations
24-hour front desk assistance
No on-site swimming pool
Private parking may be limited
40-minute drive to Milan airport
Why this position

Rests on more guest reviews than #9 (174 to 142), at a slightly lower score (9.2 to 9.4).

Grand Hotel Imperiale

Grand Hotel Imperiale

Lake Como, Italy

Peace and quiet
Booking9· 220 reviews
BeachfrontPrivate beach areaSpa and wellness centerFree WifiTea/Coffee Maker in All RoomsVery Good Breakfast+4 more

You will be in the middle of pine woods in Forte dei Marmi at this 5-star hotel, offering luxury treatment, a relaxed atmosphere, and a new exclusive private beach "Remo Beach Club"… Read more

Exclusive Remo Beach Club access
Set within tranquil pine woods
Two swimming pools on-site
Spacious rooms with private balconies
Attentive concierge and doorman service
300 meters from the shoreline
Pine wood setting limits sea views
Premium pricing typical of 5-star category
Why this position

Rests on more guest reviews than #10 (220 to 174), at a slightly lower score (9.0 to 9.2).

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Tripplo’s selection · Founder: Axel Hernborg · Updated 10 October 2026

Ranking updated 8 September 2026

11 hotels compared · How we choose hotels · No paid placements

Compare the hotels

#HotelStarsGuest ratingBest for
1Grand Hotel Victoria concept & spa, by R Collection Hotels5★
Booking9.6· 203 reviews
Best overall
2Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni - The only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como5★
Booking9.4· 484 reviews
Dining
3Villa Lario Resort Mandello5★
Booking9.6· 172 reviews
Beach
4Il Sereno Lago di Como5★
Booking9.7· 127 reviews
Views
5ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World5★
Booking9.6· 143 reviews
Spa & wellness
6Passalacqua5★
Booking9.9· 71 reviews
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7Belvedere Bellagio5★
Booking9.4· 305 reviews
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8Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como5★
Booking9.4· 276 reviews
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9Grand Hotel Tremezzo5★
Booking9.4· 142 reviews
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10Vista Palazzo Lago di Como5★
Booking9.2· 174 reviews
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11Grand Hotel Imperiale5★
Booking9· 220 reviews
Peace and quiet

How we ranked these hotels

17 hotels looked at for this destination: 11 ranked above, 6 more we recommend.

The Google and Booking ratings for these hotels are based on a combined 5,926 reviews reported by the sources. This is not the number of review texts Tripplo has analysed.

How guest ratings, hotel class and facts inform our selections.

Read our methodology

More hotels we recommend in Lake Como

These pass the same checks as the ranked list, but sit outside our top selection for this destination. Several of them lead our all-inclusive and adults-only guides.

Most popular with Tripplo visitors this week

Based on outgoing hotel clicks over the last 7 days.

  1. 1
    Il Sereno Lago di Como

    Il Sereno Lago di Como

  2. 2
    Palace Hotel Lake Como

    Palace Hotel Lake Como

  3. 3
    Belvedere Bellagio

    Belvedere Bellagio

  4. 4
    Passalacqua

    Passalacqua

  5. 5
    ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World

    ARIA Retreat & SPA - The Leading Hotels of the World

Weather & sea temperature — Lake Como

Right now: 16°

Avg daytime max (°C)Warmest months
Data: Open-Meteo

Tripplo's luxury hotel selection in Lake Como — in numbers

11 ranked hotels17 verified luxury hotels in total14 five-star among the verified3 four-star among the verified
5,926 reviews behind Google and Booking ratings

Most common facilities

  • Bar (17 of 17)
  • Free WiFi (16 of 17)
  • Parking (16 of 17)
  • Pool (14 of 17)
  • Restaurant (14 of 17)
  • Spa & wellness (10 of 17)

What these hotels do best

  • Pools (12 of 17)
  • Dining (12 of 17)
  • Views (11 of 17)
  • Privacy & seclusion (11 of 17)

Frequently Asked Questions

None of the hotels in our Lake Como selection are flagged as adults-only; all, including five-star properties such as Passalacqua and Grand Hotel Tremezzo, welcome families and list family rooms among their amenities where noted, making the lake a suitable destination for multi-generational trips as well as couples.

The warmest months for a visit are June, July and August, with May and September offering a quieter shoulder season. Properties such as Grand Hotel Tremezzo and Passalacqua are especially popular in the summer months, so booking ahead for June to August is strongly advisable.

Villa Làrio Lake Como offers apartment-style rooms with balconies and direct garden access to the lake, plus family rooms and an airport shuttle, making it a practical choice for families. Grand Hotel Imperiale also lists family rooms alongside two swimming pools, giving children more space to swim.

Passalacqua holds the highest booking score among the hotels listed on Lake Como, driven by its panoramic lakeside pool, private garden setting on the lakeshore and private check-in for added discretion, though its limited number of rooms means early booking is strongly recommended for prospective guests.

Il Sereno Lago di Como and Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni - The only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como both have Michelin-starred restaurants on-site, alongside private beach access and spa facilities. For travellers prioritising fine dining alongside their stay, either property offers a strong option, though both sit some distance from central Como.

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni sits at the promontory tip of Bellagio, while Belvedere Bellagio is also based in the town, offering a family-run property with a new spa and panoramic restaurant terrace. Both hotels combine heritage settings with lake views, giving travellers two distinct options for staying directly in Bellagio itself.

Palace Hotel Lake Como sits close to Como's centre, a short walk from Como Cathedral. The hotel has no on-site pool, so travellers wanting to swim should check other lakeside options instead.

Il Sereno Lago di Como, Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Grand Hotel Imperiale, Filario Hotel & Residences and Villa Lario Resort Mandello all list private beach areas, giving direct lake access without leaving the property. These properties suit travellers who want swimming and sunbathing options right at the water's edge rather than relying on a shared public shoreline.

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