Bed and breakfast in the historic centre of Como, a short walk from the Cathedral and the lake, with air-conditioned rooms and continental breakfast included.
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B&B Volta is a bed and breakfast in the heart of the historic centre of Como, a few dozen metres from restaurants, bars and the city’s main landmarks such as Broletto and the Voltian Temple.
The property is designed especially for those visiting Como without a car who want to move around on foot through the streets of the centre: Como San Giovanni station is 500 metres away, Como Lago station is 600 metres away, and the lake itself can be reached with a short walk. The available room, a spacious 28 square metres, offers air conditioning, a city view, a bathtub, a minibar and a coffee machine, with a private bathroom equipped with shower and bidet.
Every stay includes continental breakfast, free WiFi and bed and bath linen. There is no private parking available, in keeping with the property’s central location, and pets are not allowed. The score obtained for location, 9.9, reflects the immediate proximity to squares, museums and historic venues in Como, making B&B Volta a practical base for exploring the city on foot and the lakeside promenade.
B&B Volta offers a single room type, the Double Room with Private Bathroom, designed for two people and characterised by generous space compared to the average for b&bs in the centre: 28 square metres with a view over the city of Como. The room is air-conditioned and has a private bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet, plus a courtesy set with complimentary bathroom products and a hairdryer.
Amenities also include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine and an electric kettle, independent entrance and bed linen provided. The bed configuration is flexible, with the option of a large double bed or two separate single beds, suitable for both couples and travellers who prefer separate beds. The absence of other room types makes the choice simple, with a single standard of quality and space guaranteed to every guest.
The only room type available at the property, this 28-square-metre room stands out for its view over the city of Como and its private bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet. It offers an independent entrance, air conditioning, minibar, coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bed configuration is flexible: a large double bed or two single beds, chosen according to the guest’s needs.
B&B Volta provides guests with free WiFi and air conditioning in all areas, with non-smoking rooms and central heating. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers luggage storage, a vending machine for drinks and a smoke alarm for guest safety. Parquet or tiled floors and the independent entrance contribute to a carefully detailed environment.
For those travelling without a car, the central location allows most of the city’s services to be reached on foot. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the room, thanks to the on-request service, while the minibar and kettle for tea and coffee allow guests to organise their own small breaks. Internet connection is also guaranteed via TV with satellite channels and radio in the room, for a practical and well-equipped stay in the historic centre of Como.
B&B Volta is located in the historic centre of Como, on Via Alessandro Volta, in an urban setting made up of historic buildings, pedestrian squares and traditional taverns. Nearby are historic sites such as the Medieval House, Palazzo Vicedomini and the ancient city walls, all within 200 metres, as well as the monument dedicated to Alessandro Volta about 240 metres away.
The property is convenient for those arriving by train: Como San Giovanni station is 500 metres away, Como Lago station is 600 metres away, while the bus station is 650 metres away. Como Cathedral, the Broletto and the Voltian Temple are all reachable on foot in just a few minutes, as is Piazza Cavour, overlooking the lakeside promenade. For those arriving by air, Lugano Agno airport is 24 km away, Milan Malpensa is 31 km away and Milan Linate is 41 km away.
Como is an ideal base for discovering the lake of the same name, just steps from the property, with the possibility of boat trips to Bellagio and Varenna. Nearby, visitors can explore Baradello Castle, perched on the hill about 1.6 km away, or the Silk Museum, dedicated to the city’s silk-making tradition, 1.4 km away. In summer the lakeside promenade comes alive with strolls and aperitifs, while in winter the historic centre offers a quieter atmosphere, ideal for visiting museums and churches without the crowds of high season.
Reviews particularly praise the host’s availability, with a maximum score, and the highly central location rated 9.9. Cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, both at 9.9, while value for money, though excellent, remains the more modest score at 9.6.
Yes, B&B Volta is located in the historic centre of Como, just a few hundred metres from the Cathedral, the Broletto and the lakeside promenade.
Yes, B&B Volta includes a continental breakfast in the room rate.
No, B&B Volta does not allow pets during the stay.
No, B&B Volta does not have private parking, as it is located in the pedestrian centre of Como.
No, B&B Volta does not allow children, as specified in the property’s conditions.
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B&B Volta accepts check-in from 15:00 to 22:00, with arrival time to be communicated in advance, while check-out is set at 11:00.
