Balconi san Giorgio
Varenna · Italy

Balconi san Giorgio

Bed and breakfast overlooking Lake Como in the heart of Varenna, with balconies offering town views, Italian breakfast, and rooms that combine comfort with lakeside character.

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8.7 Score
195 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Varenna
Nearby 27 Metriquadri Cafe · 40 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Breakfast Italian

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Balconi san Giorgio

Balconi san Giorgio is a bed and breakfast in Varenna, on Lake Como, in Piazza San Giorgio, just steps from the historic heart of the village.

The property offers two room types, both with private bathroom, fitted with a bidet, toiletries and a hairdryer, designed for those seeking a comfortable stay without giving up the authentic character of this Lake Como village. WiFi is free throughout the property, and an Italian-style breakfast is served every morning.

The location is one of its most appreciated strengths: guests have rated the area 9.7, making it one of the most sought-after in Varenna. Restaurants, cafés and the village’s main points of interest, such as Villa Monastero and Vezio Castle, can be reached on foot in just a few minutes. The property is particularly suited to couples, who in reviews rated the location especially highly, with a score of 9.6 for a trip as a couple. Pets are not allowed.

Balconi san Giorgio
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 195 reviews

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Bed and breakfast overlooking Lake Como in the heart of Varenna, with balconies offering town views, Italian breakfast, and rooms that combine comfort with lakeside character.

Room types

Balconi san Giorgio offers two room types, both with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and toiletries, a coffee machine and free WiFi. The main difference lies in size and capacity: the Double Room with Extra Bed is the largest, at 37 sq m, with a balcony offering town views and a view of a local point of interest, designed to accommodate up to four people thanks to the extra beds. The Deluxe Double Room with Shower, on the other hand, is more compact at 26 sq m, designed for two people, with a dressing room and parquet flooring.

Both options offer quality bed linen, a wardrobe or closet, an electric kettle and heating, in a small-scale setting with the artisanal care typical of lakeside bed and breakfasts. Cots or extra beds beyond those already set up in the room are not available.

Double Room with Extra Bed — Balconi san Giorgio
Double Room with Extra Bed
37 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 queen bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony, Town view, Coffee machine

The largest room in the property, at 37 sq m, with a balcony offering a view over the town and a nearby point of interest. Designed for families or small groups thanks to its capacity for four people, it has a private bathroom, a coffee machine and furnishings that combine comfort and functionality.

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Deluxe Double Room with Shower — Balconi san Giorgio
Deluxe Double Room with Shower
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 queen bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Dressing room, Parquet flooring, Coffee machine

More compact than the Double Room with Extra Bed, this 26 sq m room is designed for two people and stands out for its dressing room and parquet flooring. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and bidet, with a coffee machine for breakfast in the room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're looking for a property in the heart of Varenna, in the area with the highest location score in the village (9.7)
  • Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: couples have rated the location 9.6 for a trip for two
  • Yes, if you appreciate an Italian breakfast included in your stay
  • Yes, if you want a room with a balcony and town view, such as the Double Room with Extra Bed
  • Yes, if you need free WiFi and a private bathroom complete with toiletries and a hairdryer

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're travelling with your pet, as pets are not allowed at the property
  • Maybe not, if you need parking: the property does not offer dedicated parking
  • Maybe not, if you're looking for a room on the upper floors without using stairs, as the upper floors are only accessible via stairs
  • Maybe not, if you need a cot or extra bed for young children, as the property does not have these available

Hotel facilities & services

Balconi san Giorgio offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with a private bathroom complete with shower, bidet and complimentary toiletries. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine and an electric kettle, handy for breakfast or a break on your own, as well as bed linen and a wardrobe or closet.

The property is entirely non-smoking and features parquet or wooden floors, heating and a fan to suit the different seasons. Invoices are available on request, and the property is accessible to guests with hearing impairments, although the upper floors can only be reached via stairs.

Breakfast, Italian-style, is one of the features most appreciated by guests, as is the central location in Varenna, just steps from the village’s restaurants and cafés.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

General facilities

  • Invoice available on request
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Parquet or wooden flooring
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Accommodation accessible to guests with hearing impairments
  • Upper floors accessible only via stairs

Food & drink

  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Outlet near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

Balconi san Giorgio is located in Piazza San Giorgio, in the heart of Varenna, one of the most charming villages on the eastern shore of Lake Como, which the property borders almost as the crow flies. This is the most sought-after area of the village, with cobbled lanes, restaurants and cafés just steps away, and guests have given it a score of 9.7 for location.

On foot, you can reach the restaurant 27 Metriquadri Cafe (40 m) and Al Prato (50 m) in just a few minutes, while Villa Monastero is only 100 metres away and Vezio Castle around 400 metres, set on a promontory overlooking the lake. Varenna-Esino-Perledo railway station is 600 metres away, convenient for those arriving without a car who want to travel along the lakeshore towards Como or Lecco. The nearest airports are Lugano Agno (28 km) and Bergamo-Orio al Serio (48 km).

Beyond village life, the area is well suited to excursions to the Gardens of Villa Melzi and Villa Carlotta in Tremezzina, both reachable by boat, or walks towards Passo Agueglio, about 3.4 km away, for those seeking more secluded views. In summer, the lake is enjoyed with swimming, boat trips and walks along the lakeside promenade; in winter, the village retains a quieter charm, ideal for those seeking calm outside the high season.

27 Metriquadri Cafe — Restaurant just steps from the property, ideal for a casual dinner 40 m
Villa Monastero — Historic villa with botanical gardens overlooking the lake 100 m
Vezio Castle — Medieval fortification with a panoramic view of Lake Como 400 m
Varenna-Esino-Perledo Station — Rail connection along the lakeshore 600 m

What guests say about Balconi san Giorgio

8.7
Fabulous · 195 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
8.2
Free Wi-Fi
5

Reviews particularly reward the location, with a score of 9.7, and staff helpfulness, rated 9.3. Comfort and cleanliness are also highly appreciated, while value for money, though positive, is the lowest-rated category.

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