A guest house in the historic heart of Como, among medieval alleys and views of Lake Como, with air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and Italian breakfast included.
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AMA 18 Suites by “The House Of Travelers” is a guest house in the historic centre of Como, about 400 metres from Como San Giovanni station and one kilometre from the Basilica of Sant’Abbondio.
The property is designed for those visiting Como for a few days who want to explore the town centre on foot: the Duomo, the Broletto and the ancient Walls are all reachable within a few minutes. The rooms, all with independent entrance, are air-conditioned and soundproofed, furnished with a desk, coffee machine, fridge, safe and flat-screen TV; some open onto a balcony or offer glimpses of the town and the surrounding hills.
Guests have access to a garden, a terrace and an in-house bar, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. An Italian-style breakfast is served every morning, while those arriving from Malpensa airport can request a paid shuttle. The property is entirely allergy-friendly, and caters to both business travellers and couples visiting the lake.
The accommodations at AMA 18 Suites are all double rooms with an extra-large bed, private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set, and share amenities such as air conditioning, soundproofing, flat-screen cable TV, independent entrance and a tea and coffee set. Room sizes vary considerably, from 20 square metres in the most compact rooms to 40 in the largest, offering different solutions depending on space requirements.
What mainly distinguishes the room types are the views and outlooks: some rooms have a private balcony and garden view, others look out onto the hills surrounding the town, while others remain more compact and internal. The two King Rooms with Balcony, which are more spacious, are suited to those who want an outdoor outlook, while the King Deluxe Rooms, smaller in size, still come with all the essential comforts for a comfortable stay in the centre of Como.
The largest of the available rooms, with 40 square metres of space, a private balcony and a view of the interior garden. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it has an independent entrance, flat-screen cable TV and a tea and coffee making set.
A compact 20-square-metre room with a view of the surrounding hills, air-conditioned and soundproofed. Equipped with an independent entrance, flat-screen cable TV and a tea and coffee set, it is a practical choice for short stays.
A spacious 30-square-metre room, intermediate in size between the other two balcony rooms, with a garden view. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it offers an independent entrance, flat-screen TV and a tea and coffee making set.
One of the most compact rooms in the property, without particular views but complete with all the comforts: air conditioning, soundproofing, independent entrance and a tea and coffee set, ideal for those seeking functionality in the town centre.
A 25-square-metre room, slightly larger than the 20-sqm Deluxe rooms, without outside views but with the same air conditioning, soundproofing and tea and coffee making set.
Also 25 square metres, but overlooking the garden and the hills, with a view of the town: one of the few Deluxe rooms to offer an outdoor view in addition to the standard air conditioning and soundproofing comforts.
AMA 18 Suites offers common areas designed for relaxation, such as a garden, terrace and picnic area with outdoor furniture, as well as an in-house bar service with a coffee shop, snack bar and the option of breakfast in the room. WiFi is free throughout the property, along with practical services such as private and express check-in and check-out, daily housekeeping and room service.
For those arriving from out of town, a paid airport shuttle and a general shuttle service are available on request. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, soundproofing, a safe and magnetic key access, while safety is ensured by fire extinguishers and smoke alarms.
The property is entirely non-smoking and offers solutions designed for allergic guests, from allergy-friendly rooms to parquet or tile flooring that is easy to keep clean. The independent entrance to the rooms also allows guests to come and go without passing through the common areas.
AMA 18 Suites is located in the heart of Como’s historic centre, on Viale Varese, just a few steps from the ancient medieval Walls surrounding the old town, only 100 metres away, and from the Sanctuary of the Crucifix, 150 metres away. The area is home to the pedestrian alleys linking the lakefront to the main squares, with restaurants such as La Caveja and Crìanza just a few dozen metres from the entrance.
Como San Giovanni station, with direct rail links to Milan, is about 400 metres away, while Como Lago station is 700 metres away. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 31 km away, Linate Airport 41 km away and Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport about 50 km away, making the property a good base also for those arriving or departing by air. Como Cathedral, the Basilica of San Fedele and the Broletto, the historic Gothic town hall, are all within a 450-metre walk.
Those staying here can spend their days exploring the historic centre and the lakefront of Lake Como, with the Volta Temple 700 metres away and the Silk Museum, dedicated to the town’s silk-making tradition, about 1.4 km away. For those who enjoy walking, Baradello Castle, a panoramic medieval tower, is 1.5 km away and offers a view over the town and the lake. In summer the lake is ideal for boat trips and lakefront walks, while in winter the historic centre remains lively thanks to markets and venues in the town centre.
Reviews particularly praise the central location, rated 9.0, and the comfort of the rooms, 8.5. Cleanliness and WiFi also score well. The value for money, at 7.9, remains the lowest score but is still solid overall.
AMA 18 Suites by “The House Of Travelers” is located in the historic centre of Como, about 100 metres from the ancient Walls and 450 metres from the Cathedral and the Broletto.
Yes, AMA 18 Suites by “The House Of Travelers” includes an Italian-style breakfast with the stay.
No, AMA 18 Suites by “The House Of Travelers” does not have on-site parking for guests.
No, AMA 18 Suites by “The House Of Travelers” does not allow pets during the stay.
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From Milan Malpensa Airport, about 31 km away, the property offers a paid airport shuttle on request; it can also be reached by train or car.
Yes, all rooms at AMA 18 Suites by “The House Of Travelers” have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set.
