A guest house with a garden in the hills of Como, featuring panoramic terraces, air-conditioned rooms and lake views, just a short walk from the historic centre.
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Ronco Dell’Abate – Lake Como Relais B&B is a guest house set in a period villa on the hills overlooking Como, surrounded by a private garden and terraces facing the lake and the old town. The property has no star rating but offers a refined style, with a shared lounge and outdoor spaces designed for guests seeking peace and quiet without moving too far from the centre.
The four room types, all with private bathroom and air conditioning, range from the 25-square-metre Deluxe Room to the 80-square-metre Junior Suite with Terrace, which features two separate bedrooms and a lake view. Some accommodations include a bathtub, balcony or sitting area, making the choice adaptable for both couples and small groups.
Continental, Italian and vegetarian breakfast is served every morning, and private parking is free. The Basilica of Sant’Abbondio is a 17-minute walk away, while Como Cathedral and the funicular are about 2 km away, making the B&B a convenient base for exploring the lake city on foot or by car.
The rooms at Ronco Dell’Abate differ mainly in size and view, but share some fixed features: private bathroom, air conditioning and wardrobe in every unit. The two versions of the Deluxe Room, at 25 and 30 square metres, offer compact solutions for two people, with a walk-in shower, courtesy set and bathrobes; one of the two offers separable single beds, useful for guests who don’t share a double bed.
The King Deluxe Room, at 40 square metres, adds a bathtub and a balcony with garden view, while the Junior Suite with Terrace is the largest option, with 80 square metres spread over two separate bedrooms, a living room and a private terrace with views of the lake and the city, ideal for families or small groups wanting more space and privacy during their stay.
The largest among the standard doubles, at 40 square metres, this room combines a bathtub with a private balcony overlooking the garden. The separate sitting area makes it suitable for those wanting more space to relax beyond just an overnight stay.
The largest accommodation in the property, with 80 square metres spread over two separate bedrooms and a spacious living room. The private terrace offers a view embracing both the lake and the city, making it the ideal choice for families or groups of friends.
Smaller than the King Deluxe but with a similar layout, this 30-square-metre room offers a balcony with garden view and a sitting area, with a walk-in shower instead of a bathtub.
The most compact room in the property, at 25 square metres, is the only one offering the choice between a double bed or two separate single beds. A bidet, bathrobes and courtesy set complete the private bathroom with walk-in shower.
Ronco Dell’Abate offers guests a garden with outdoor furniture, a terrace and a shared lounge, spaces designed for those who want to enjoy the hills of Como without giving up outdoor living. Attention to activities is not lacking: the property organises cooking classes, themed evenings, bike tours and hikes for those who want to discover the area in a more engaging way.
Every room is air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, bathrobes and hairdryer. The service is carefully attended to, with private check-in, concierge, luggage storage and daily housekeeping, plus a shuttle service on request for those arriving without a car.
On the dining side, the on-site café also serves wine and champagne, while a menu for special diets and breakfast in the room are available on request. Private parking is free, and the property has an electric vehicle charging station, convenient for those travelling by electric car.
Ronco Dell’Abate is located on the hills surrounding the historic centre of Como, in a green residential area just a short walk from Salita dei Cappuccini, away from traffic but still close to the main points of interest of the lake city. The neighbourhood retains a quiet character, with glimpses of the lake opening up as you climb along the hillside streets.
On foot, some of Como’s landmark sites can be reached within a few minutes: Baradello Castle is about 750 metres away, the Silk Museum 600 metres away, and Como Borghi railway station just 900 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train. Lake Como itself is less than a kilometre away, while the Cathedral is about 1.9 km away and the funicular 2.5 km away. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 32 km away, reachable by car in just under an hour.
Como can be explored both on foot and by lake: in summer, boat trips to Bellagio and other lakeside towns are frequent, while the historic centre offers walks through the Broletto, Piazza Cavour and the medieval walls. In cooler months, the funicular to Brunate offers a bird’s-eye view over the lake and the Alps, and the surrounding hills are suited to hiking and cycling routes, activities that the property itself offers to its guests.
Guests particularly praise the staff and cleanliness, both rated above 9.4, followed by room comfort. Value for money remains solid, while the location, though hilly and slightly distant from the centre, is appreciated by couples travelling together.
No, Ronco Dell’Abate – Lake Como Relais B&B does not allow pets during the stay.
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Yes, Ronco Dell’Abate – Lake Como Relais B&B includes a continental, Italian and vegetarian breakfast served every morning.
Yes, Ronco Dell’Abate – Lake Como Relais B&B offers free private parking, with an electric vehicle charging station available on site.
The minimum age to check in at Ronco Dell’Abate – Lake Como Relais B&B is 18; children aged 8 and over are still welcome as companions.
Ronco Dell’Abate – Lake Como Relais B&B is located on the hills above Como, about 1.9 km from the Cathedral and a 17-minute walk from the Basilica of Sant’Abbondio.
Some rooms, such as the Junior Suite with Terrace, offer views of Lake Como and the city, as well as a private terrace.
