Family-run hotel on the shores of Lake Como, a 15-minute walk from the centre of Bellagio, with garden, terrace and rooms with lake view.
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Hotel Don Ferrante is a family-run hotel located in Bellagio, directly on the shores of Lake Como, about a 15-minute walk from the town’s historic centre and right opposite the San Giovanni al Ponte bus stop.
The rooms, spread across several categories, are all air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, minibar, tea and coffee set and flat-screen TV. Several options overlook the lake or feature a balcony and terrace, while the two suites offer larger spaces with water views. Sizes range from 15 to 24 square metres, with options for families or small groups thanks to the triple rooms and the one with an extra bed.
Breakfast, served on the veranda with lake view or under the pergola, offers a continental and Italian buffet. The hotel also has a garden, free private parking and an on-site bar. The location, especially appreciated by couples, is convenient both for reaching the centre of Bellagio on foot and for visiting the area’s historic villas, such as Villa Melzi just a short walk from the property.
The rooms at Hotel Don Ferrante share air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a consistent level of comfort throughout the property. Sizes range from the 15 sqm of the Standard Double Room, more compact and essential, to the 24 sqm of the two suites, the hotel’s most refined accommodations.
Those looking for a lake view can choose between the Superior Double Room, the Deluxe Room (the only one with a bathtub instead of a shower) and the two suites, both with a private terrace overlooking the water. For families or small groups, the Economy Triple Room, with a single and a double bed, and the Double Room with Extra Bed, which thanks to the sofa bed can accommodate up to four people, are available.
The most compact of the hotel’s double rooms, at 15 sqm, with a private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set. It is air-conditioned and features a minibar, tea and coffee set, wardrobe and flat-screen TV, with no lake view.
Compared to the Standard, it offers a few extra square metres and, above all, a view of Lake Como from the window. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus minibar and tea/coffee set, complete the amenities.
The only one among the double rooms to offer a bathtub in addition to the shower, the Deluxe is also one of the largest at 22 sqm. Air-conditioned, with minibar, bidet and complimentary bathroom products.
At 24 sqm, it is among the most spacious accommodations in the property: it features a private terrace with lake view, a bathroom with shower and bidet, minibar and flat-screen TV, ideal for a more private stay.
Equal in size to the Junior Suite, with the same terrace overlooking the lake, but designed as the hotel’s flagship accommodation for those seeking maximum privacy. Bathroom with shower and bidet, minibar and flat-screen TV.
An essential double room of 18 sqm, with no lake view or balcony, but complete with a private bathroom with shower, bidet, minibar and tea/coffee set: a practical choice for those who prioritise substance over view.
Designed for three people, it combines a single bed with a double bed in 18 sqm. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus minibar and air conditioning, make it suitable for small groups or families.
The largest among the standard rooms, it accommodates up to 4 people thanks to the sofa bed combined with the double bed. Private bathroom with shower and bidet, minibar and air conditioning make it suitable for large families.
Hotel Don Ferrante offers a garden with outdoor furniture and a terrace overlooking Lake Como, as well as free private parking with an electric vehicle charging station. The rooms are air-conditioned, with heating and a lift to reach the upper floors, and family accommodations are also available.
For active guests, the property organises walking and cycling tours, hiking, and offers a tennis court, while those arriving without a car can rely on the shuttle service and luggage storage. Daily housekeeping is provided, and each room has a safe for valuables.
On the dining front, there is an on-site coffee shop, a bar offering wine and champagne, and a minibar in every room, with a kettle for tea and a coffee machine. The rooms lack nothing for a comfortable stay: private bathroom with bidet, hairdryer, bed linen and internet connection with flat-screen TV.
Hotel Don Ferrante is located in a privileged position on Lake Como, right opposite the San Giovanni al Ponte bus stop, which connects the property to the centre of Bellagio in just a few minutes. The historic town, with its characteristic alleys and lake views, can be reached in about 15 minutes on foot, and the Gardens of Villa Melzi are just 200 metres from the hotel.
For those travelling by public transport, the nearest railway stations are Fiumelatte (3.9 km) and Lierna (4.2 km), connected to the rest of the Lecco shore of the lake. The main airports are further away: Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport is about 47 km away, while Milan Malpensa and Milan Linate are 53 and 57 km away respectively, both reachable by car or by ferry across the lake. For meals outside the hotel, the restaurant Alle Darsene di Loppia is just 100 metres away, while Mella and Salice Blu are within a kilometre.
The area is ideal for those wishing to visit the historic residences of Lake Como: Villa Carlotta, with its botanical gardens, is about 2 km away, while Villa del Balbianello and Villa Monastero are both about 4.3 km away. Hiking enthusiasts can head to the Castello di Vezio, 4.7 km away, for a panoramic view of the lake, or enjoy cycling excursions along the shore. In summer, the lake itself, which borders the property, offers numerous opportunities for swimming or boat rental, while in winter the area is suited to quieter walks among the lakeside villages.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.6, and the cleanliness of the rooms, 9.1. The lakeside location is also highly appreciated, 9.0, while the value for money, 8.5, and the WiFi, 7.0, remain the relatively more critical points.
Yes, Hotel Don Ferrante is about a 15-minute walk from the historic centre of Bellagio, right opposite the San Giovanni al Ponte bus stop.
Yes, Hotel Don Ferrante allows pets on request, with a possible extra charge payable by the guest.
Yes, breakfast is included in the stay and is served in continental and Italian style with a buffet format, on the veranda with lake view or under the pergola.
Yes, Hotel Don Ferrante offers free private parking, also equipped with an electric vehicle charging station.
The Superior Double Room, the Junior Suite and the Suite offer views of Lake Como, while the Deluxe Room provides a panoramic view along with a bathtub.
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Yes, Hotel Don Ferrante offers family rooms such as the Economy Triple Room and the Double Room with Extra Bed, which accommodate up to 3 and 4 people.
