A bed & breakfast overlooking Lake Como in the heart of Varenna, with panoramic terraces, apartments with kitchens and views of the mountains surrounding the village.
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Casa San Giorgio Varenna is a bed and breakfast in the heart of the lakeside village of Varenna, just steps from the lakefront promenade and the area’s most photographed views. The property offers rooms and apartments with lake or mountain views, designed for romantic stays as well as for families or small groups seeking independence thanks to private kitchens.
The accommodations, spread across different sizes, all have a private bathroom with courtesy toiletries and a hairdryer, while the larger apartments add a living area, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and refrigerator, and a terrace for breakfast with a lake view. WiFi is free throughout the property.
The location is one of the most appreciated features: restaurants and cafés are just steps away, Villa Monastero is 150 metres away, and Vezio Castle is less than 500 metres away. Varenna-Esino-Perledo railway station can be reached on foot in a few minutes, convenient for visiting Bellagio or Como without a car. Not being a traditional hotel, it does not offer breakfast or parking, but it remains a practical and elegant base for exploring the lake.
Casa San Giorgio Varenna offers three types of accommodation designed for different needs, from couples looking for a cosy room with a view to families needing more space and independence. The Double/Twin Room is the most compact option, with a balcony and lake view, ideal for two people. The two larger options are true independent apartments, with their own kitchen, separate living area and private bathroom with shower, designed for longer stays or for those travelling in a group.
The 2-Bedroom Apartment accommodates up to six people across two bedrooms and a sofa bed in the living room, while the Apartment with Lake View, more compact, is designed for a maximum of three guests with one bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room. All spaces feature a coffee machine, minibar and terrace, with views alternating between lake and mountain depending on the unit chosen.
The most compact of the available room types, designed for two guests looking for a simple yet scenic base. It features a balcony with lake and mountain views, a private bathroom with shower, a coffee machine and a safe: the ideal choice for those who don’t need their own kitchen and prioritise the balance between size and view.
The most spacious of the accommodations, with 50 sqm spread across two separate bedrooms, a living room with a sofa bed, and an independent kitchen complete with hob, refrigerator and utensils. It is the only option designed for large groups or families of up to six people, with a mountain view and a dedicated terrace for outdoor meals.
A 40 sqm apartment with a single bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room, designed for a maximum of three people. The kitchen is the best equipped among the accommodations, with a dishwasher in addition to a hob and refrigerator, and the terrace looks directly onto the lake, the feature that sets it apart from the two-bedroom apartment oriented towards the mountain.
Casa San Giorgio Varenna focuses on outdoor common areas and practical comforts rather than large-hotel services, in keeping with its profile as a bed and breakfast in a lakeside village. The terrace and outdoor dining area are the heart of the property, complemented by a common room with a TV area for relaxing after excursions on the lake.
Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while rooms feature a kettle or coffee machine and complimentary fruit, a small touch that accompanies the stay without amounting to a structured breakfast service. The spaces are entirely non-smoking and feature a safe, fire extinguishers and heating.
The property is also designed for families, with family rooms available, although the upper floors are accessible only by stairs. As there is no reception with parking, those travelling by car will need to arrange public options in the area around the village.
Casa San Giorgio Varenna is located in the historic centre of Varenna, one of the most charming villages on the eastern shore of Lake Como, just steps from the lakefront promenade with its colourful little houses and alleyways leading down to the water. The property is set in Piazza San Giorgio, right next to the church that gives the square its name, in one of the liveliest areas of the village.
Just 20 metres away is the 27 Metriquadri Cafe, while other restaurants such as Al Prato and Il Cavatappi can be reached in under a minute on foot. Villa Monastero, with its botanical garden on the lake, is 150 metres away, and Vezio Castle, perched on the hill above the village, is about 450 metres away. Varenna-Esino-Perledo station, a useful hub for reaching Milan, Lecco or other towns on the lake by ferry, is about 600 metres away. Those arriving by plane can rely on Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport, about 49 km away.
Lake Como is literally within reach, with the Varenna pier connecting to Bellagio and Menaggio in just a few minutes. In the summer months you can swim at the village’s bathing areas or head up to Vezio Castle for the birds of prey flying displays; in autumn and spring, the trails towards Passo Agueglio, 3.4 km away, offer panoramic views over the lake. A little further away, the Gardens of Villa Melzi and Villa Carlotta, both within 5 km, remain classic stops for those heading towards Bellagio and Tremezzo.
Guests particularly praise the location, rated almost at the maximum, and the cleanliness of the accommodations. Comfort and staff helpfulness also receive very positive reviews, while value for money, though good, remains the most modest score.
No, Casa San Giorgio Varenna does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Casa San Giorgio Varenna does not have private parking for guests, who will need to arrange for public areas in the village.
Yes, WiFi is free throughout Casa San Giorgio Varenna, including rooms and common areas.
No, Casa San Giorgio Varenna does not offer a structured breakfast service, although fruit and a coffee machine are available in the room.
The minimum age required to check in at Casa San Giorgio Varenna is 18 years.
Casa San Giorgio Varenna is already located in the historic centre of Varenna, in Piazza San Giorgio, just metres from restaurants and attractions such as Villa Monastero.
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