Historic hotel in the heart of Como, a few steps from Piazza Cavour and the Duomo, with air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant serving local cuisine and one of the highest location scores in the city.
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Albergo del Duca is a 3-star hotel in the historic centre of Como, 250 metres from Piazza Cavour and the Lario lakefront, with a restaurant serving local cuisine on site.
The hotel is designed for guests who want to explore the city’s monuments on foot: the Duomo, the Broletto and the Roman Theatre are all within a few minutes’ walk, while Como San Giovanni station, with direct connections to Milan, is about 550 metres away. The rooms, available in three types, are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; WiFi is free throughout the property.
It is a property particularly appreciated by couples, who rate the location 9.8 out of 10, but it also suits those visiting Como for business or for a short cultural getaway on the lake, thanks to its proximity to both the historic centre and the main public transport hubs.
Albergo del Duca offers three room types, all air-conditioned and with a private bathroom complete with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as a flat-screen satellite TV and free WiFi. The King Room, 21 sqm, is designed for two people and overlooks the inner courtyard and the rooftops of the historic centre, with a coffee machine in the room.
For those looking for more space, the 35 sqm Junior Suite can accommodate up to four people thanks to a second area with a sofa bed, plus a balcony and city view, and is the only room type with a minibar among its highlighted amenities. The Double Room with Twin Beds, 19 sqm, is the most compact and flexible solution, with two separate single beds and a city view, suited to couples who don’t share the same bed or to two friends travelling together in Como.
The most compact of the three room types, with 21 sqm overlooking the inner courtyard and the rooftops of Como’s historic centre. It features air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, a coffee machine and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; WiFi is free.
The largest room type in the property, with 35 sqm spread across two separate areas and a balcony with a city view, ideal for families or small groups of up to four people. In addition to air conditioning and a satellite TV, it is the only room with a minibar among the amenities provided.
The smallest room by size, at 19 sqm, with two separate single beds and a view over the city and the inner courtyard, designed for those who don’t share the same bed. It also features air conditioning, a satellite TV and a complete private bathroom, with the same toiletries as the other rooms.
Albergo del Duca offers an on-site restaurant serving local cuisine and a bar with a kettle service for tea and coffee, as well as a snack bar and the possibility of special diet menus on request. Common areas include a sun terrace, a garden and a furnished outdoor area, useful for a moment of rest away from the traffic of the historic centre.
The property features a lift, key card access, a safe and soundproofed rooms, as well as daily housekeeping, luggage storage and a concierge service for guests who need directions around the city. Rooms for guests with disabilities and allergy-free rooms are also available.
Every room is air-conditioned and soundproofed, with a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and internet access included. The bathroom includes a bidet, bathrobes… complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer and a bathtub or shower, as well as a desk and a wardrobe or closet to organise luggage during the stay.
Albergo del Duca is located in the pedestrian heart of Como, on Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini, a short walk from Piazza Cavour, the lakeside square that, according to guest reviews, earns a location score of 9.8. All around, the historic centre’s network of alleys unfolds, home to shops, restaurants and Roman and medieval landmarks such as the Roman Theatre and Casa Franchi, both around 50 metres from the property.
Como Cathedral and the Broletto are just 200 metres away, while the Volta Temple, dedicated to Alessandro Volta, is about 550 metres away, the same distance as Como San Giovanni railway station, with direct connections to Milan; Como Lago station is instead 450 metres away. For those arriving by car or plane, the nearest airports are Lugano Agno, about 24 km away, and Milan Malpensa, about 31 km away.
Lake Como is the natural destination for a walk along the shore or a boat trip to Bellagio and the historic villas, particularly enjoyable in spring and summer. In winter, the city is well suited to museum visits, such as the Silk Museum dedicated to the local silk-making tradition, or an excursion to Baradello Castle, about 1.7 km away, which overlooks Como from above with its medieval tower.
Guests especially praise the staff and location, both rated 9.8, followed by comfort at 9.6 and cleanliness at 9.5. The value for money, while still high at 8.9, is the relatively lowest score among the categories reviewed.
Albergo del Duca is located on Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini, about 250 metres from Piazza Cavour and 200 metres from Como Cathedral, right in the pedestrian historic centre of the city.
No, Albergo del Duca does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Albergo del Duca includes an Italian buffet breakfast with the stay.
Albergo del Duca does not have private parking for guests, as it is located in the pedestrian area of Como’s historic centre.
Como San Giovanni station, with direct connections to Milan, is about 550 metres from Albergo del Duca, reachable on foot in just a few minutes.
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Albergo del Duca accepts cash as the only payment method indicated by the property.
