A guest house in a late 19th-century building in the historic centre of Como, just steps from the lake, the Duomo and the shopping streets.
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B&B Residenza Cavour is a guest house housed in a historic late 19th-century building in the heart of Como, just a two-minute walk from the lake shore. The central location, rated 9.7 by guests, allows you to reach the Duomo, the Broletto and Piazza Cavour on foot in just a few minutes.
The rooms, decorated in shades of green or blue with parquet flooring and flat-screen TVs, are designed for both couples and families: among the seven room types available, options range from compact solutions to family rooms designed for two adults and two children, all equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom with hairdryer. WiFi is free throughout the building.
Breakfast, continental, Italian and vegetarian, is served at a nearby café, while the surrounding area offers plenty of options for lunch and dinner, from historic bars to gelaterias in the town centre. Anyone looking for a convenient base to explore Como on foot, without giving up the charm of a period building, will find a practical and central solution here.
The seven room types at B&B Residenza Cavour share the same features: private bathroom with hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and parquet flooring in the green or blue tones typical of the historic building that houses them. Room sizes range from 19 to 29 square metres, with most rooms designed for two people and one family room able to accommodate up to four guests.
Some rooms offer the choice between a double bed or two separable single beds, ideal for couples who prefer flexibility in the layout. The Deluxe and Superior Deluxe versions stand out for their city views and larger spaces, while the Economy Double Room remains the most compact option. All rooms are equipped with a kettle and desk, useful for those staying for work purposes too.
The most compact of the double rooms, with a view of the historic building’s inner courtyard. Decorated in green or blue tones, it offers a private bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen TV in a quiet 20 square metres, away from street traffic.
A versatile room with a city view, allowing guests to choose between separate single beds or a large double bed, letting the property know their preference at the time of booking. At 22 sqm, it is one of the most flexible options in the property.
The only room type designed for families, with 29 square metres making it the largest room in the property. The sofa bed alongside the large double bed allows two adults and two children to stay in the same space, with a city view.
The most compact solution in the property, at 19 sqm with a French double bed. The private bathroom has a shower and bidet, while the room offers cable TV, a tea and coffee maker and city view, in a simple, functional setting.
Compared to the Economy room, it gains a few extra square metres (22 sqm) and a large double bed, along with a bathroom with shower and bidet, cable channels and city view, for a slightly more spacious stay without giving up the central location.
The most spacious of the flexible double rooms, at 26 sqm with the option to choose between single beds or a large double bed. The private bathroom with shower and bidet and the city view complete one of the property’s most generous offerings.
B&B Residenza Cavour offers non-smoking rooms with air conditioning, parquet flooring and flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, as well as free WiFi available throughout the building. Each room has a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, bidet and hairdryer, along with a kettle, fridge and desk.
General services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, express check-in and check-out, and an elevator that also makes the upper floors accessible. The property is entirely non-smoking, but has a dedicated smoking area, and family rooms are also available.
Pets are allowed, with bowls provided, and a special diet menu is available on request along with a tea and coffee service in the room. Breakfast, continental, Italian and vegetarian, is served at a nearby café.
Residenza Cavour occupies a late 19th-century building in the pedestrian heart of Como, just steps from the lake shore and the life of the historic centre. The area is typical of Como’s old town, with arcaded streets, shops and historic bars, with Piazza Cavour just 50 metres from the entrance.
Como’s Duomo, the Medieval Tower and the Bishop’s Palace are all within 100 metres, while Como Lago station is about 200 metres away and San Giovanni station 2.5 km away, convenient for those arriving by train from Milan. Malpensa and Linate airports are about 31 and 41 km away respectively, both reachable by car or public transport towards the city centre.
A few steps away are also the Volta Temple, dedicated to the Como-born scientist Alessandro Volta, and the Broletto, the historic Gothic town hall. In summer, the lakefront becomes a gathering point for walks and boat trips to Bellagio and Varenna, while in the cooler months, Baradello Castle, about 1.9 km away, offers a panoramic view over Como and the lake after a short walk. The Silk Museum, 1.5 km away, tells the story of the silk-making tradition that made the city famous.
Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.7, and the staff, with a score of 9.2. Cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, while the value for money, still solid at 8.2, remains the relatively lower-scoring aspect.
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Yes, B&B Residenza Cavour accepts pets, for which a surcharge may apply; pet bowls are also available.
No, B&B Residenza Cavour does not have its own parking; the property is located in Como’s pedestrian historic centre.
B&B Residenza Cavour is just a two-minute walk from the shores of Lake Como, in the historic centre of the city.
Yes, B&B Residenza Cavour offers a continental, Italian and vegetarian breakfast, served at a café near the property.
Check-in at B&B Residenza Cavour is possible from 14:00 to 22:00, while check-out must be completed between 07:00 and 10:00; a photo ID and a credit card are required.
Yes, B&B Residenza Cavour has a Family Room designed for two adults and two children, plus cots and extra beds available on request, subject to availability.
