Bellagio is the village on the point where Lake Como splits in two, and the hotel you choose here decides whether you’re looking at that view or sitting inside it.
The old town climbs from the water in stepped, cobbled lanes, with arcaded hotels along the lakefront, villa gardens at both ends and a ferry dock where boats leave for every other town on the lake. It’s the classic first visit to Lake Como, and it earns the reputation.
The Bellagio hotels below run from the only Relais & Châteaux on the lake to boutique hotels up the stepped lanes, apartments with kitchens, and B&Bs and a farm stay in the hills with pools and parking. Each one comes with who it suits, whether it takes pets or children, and how many steps there are between you and the square.
TL;DR
The best hotel in Bellagio is Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, the grand hotel at the tip of the promontory with two gardens, indoor and outdoor pools and a spa. For a spa hotel on the main square opposite the ferry, book Hotel Du Lac & SPA, rated 9.5.
Getting there
Bellagio has no train station. Take the train from Milan to Varenna and the ferry across, about fifteen minutes, or the bus from Como, which takes a little over an hour.
Where in Bellagio
Stay in the old town to be steps from the ferry and the lanes, or in the hills above it for a pool, a garden and free parking.
Book early
Bellagio is the most popular village on the lake, so rooms for May through September 2027 go early.
Short on time? The best Bellagio hotels for each kind of trip
- Best luxury hotel in Bellagio: Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, with two pools, a spa and a Michelin-starred restaurant
- Best spa hotel on the Bellagio waterfront: Hotel Du Lac & SPA, on the main square opposite the dock
- Best Bellagio hotel with a sauna: Hotel Florence, with a hammam and hot tub, rated 9.2
- Best boutique hotel in Bellagio: Hotel Bellagio, 38 cobbled steps up from the square
- Best adults-only hotel in Bellagio: Hotel Centrale Bellagio, with a garden and a sun terrace, rated 9.3
- Best apartment in Bellagio: Residence la Limonera, rated 9.5, with kitchenettes and a big garden
- Best Bellagio hotel with a pool and a view: Borgo Le Terrazze, on the hill at Vergonese
- Just browsing? Search hotels in Bellagio, or across the water in Varenna and Menaggio
Is Bellagio a Good Place to Stay on Lake Como?
TL;DR: Yes. Bellagio is the best place to stay on Lake Como for a first visit, because it sits where the lake divides, has the view down both southern arms, and every ferry route passes through its dock.
Staying in Bellagio means having the village to yourself at the ends of the day. In July and August the day boats bring visitors in from late morning, so the trick is simple: be out early, take a ferry to Varenna or Menaggio for the middle of the day, and come back for the evening, when the lanes empty and the lakefront goes golden.
The trade is getting here and getting around. There’s no train, parking is limited and often uphill, and the old town is built on steps, so a hotel near the water saves your legs and one up the hill saves your budget.
If you’re still choosing between towns, our guide to where to stay in Lake Como compares Bellagio with Varenna, Menaggio, Tremezzo, Como and Lecco.
Where to Stay in Bellagio: The Old Town or the Hills Above
TL;DR: Stay in Bellagio’s old town to be on the lakefront, the stepped lanes and the ferry dock, or in the hills above it for a pool, a garden, free parking and a wider view, a ten to fifteen minute stroll from the center.
The old town is the Bellagio on the postcards: the arcaded lakefront along Piazza Mazzini, the dock, and the cobbled stairways climbing between the shops. The Serbelloni, Du Lac, Florence, Hotel Bellagio, Centrale, Seta and La Limonera are all here. Much of it is a limited-traffic zone, so expect to arrive on foot from the ferry.
The hills above Bellagio, toward Villa Melzi and the hamlet of Vergonese, are greener, quieter and easier with a car. Villa La Rosa, Il Colle and Borgo Le Terrazze are up here, with gardens, pools or both, and the lake laid out below. The stroll back from dinner is uphill, which is the small price of the view.
Bellagio Hotels Compared
TL;DR: Of the ten Bellagio hotels here, three have a pool, three have a spa or wellness area, two are adults only, and six take pets.
| Hotel | Best for | Guest rating | Children | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni | Luxury, pools and a spa | 9.4 | Yes | Yes, charges may apply |
| Hotel Du Lac & SPA | A spa on the square | 9.5 | Yes, family rooms | On request, charges may apply |
| Hotel Florence | A sauna and hammam | 9.2 | Yes | No |
| Hotel Bellagio | Boutique, lake-view rooms | 9.2 | Yes | On request, charges may apply |
| Hotel Centrale Bellagio | Adults, a quiet garden | 9.3 | No, adults only | On request, charges may apply |
| Seta Hotel | Adults, a lake-view terrace | 9.4 | No, adults only | No |
| Residence la Limonera | An apartment in town | 9.5 | Yes, family rooms | Yes, charges may apply |
| Villa La Rosa B&B | A pool and free parking | 9.3 | Yes | No |
| Borgo Le Terrazze | A pool with a view | 9.4 | Yes, family rooms | No |
| Agriturismo Il Colle | A farm stay with parking | 9.5 | Yes | On request, charges may apply |
Luxury Hotels in Bellagio
Three hotels on or just off the lakefront, each with somewhere to unwind once the day boats have gone. For couples, our round-up of the most romantic hotels in Europe has a Lake Como pick straight across the water in Tremezzo.
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni in Bellagio
The grandest address on the lake, at the end of the Bellagio promontory with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It’s been owned by the Bucher family for three generations and a luxury hotel since 1873, with frescoed ceilings, sweeping staircases and Murano glass chandeliers in the Salone Reale.
There are two gardens, indoor and outdoor pools, a private beach area, a spa, tennis and squash courts and a gym, and the Mistral restaurant, awarded a Michelin star in 2005, serves dinner on a terrace over the water. It’s the only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como, holds 9.4 out of 10 with the location rated 9.9, and parking is free. Pets are allowed, charges may apply. For the best luxury hotel in Bellagio, there’s no other answer.
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Hotel Du Lac & SPA in Bellagio
On Piazza Mazzini, directly opposite the dock, so the first thing you see in the morning is the Varenna ferry coming in. It’s family-run, with a spa and wellness center, family rooms, room service and a panoramic restaurant open for lunch and dinner, and the larger rooms have a terrace or balcony with a full or partial lake view.
It holds 9.5 out of 10 across nearly 1,200 reviews, with the location rated 9.9 and the staff happy to share local tips. Being on the square means the square is right there, so ask for a room at the back if you sleep lightly. Private parking is available, and pets are allowed on request, charges may apply. For a spa hotel in the heart of Bellagio, book this one.
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Hotel Florence in Bellagio
Also on Piazza Mazzini, a three-minute stroll from the ferry port, with a wellness area that has a sauna, a hammam and a hot tub. The rooms are air-conditioned with classic décor and a bath, and in the warmer months the restaurant and bar spill out onto a patio overlooking the lake.
It holds 9.2 out of 10 across more than 1,000 reviews, with the breakfast rated exceptional and the location 9.8. Children are welcome, pets are not. After a day of Bellagio’s stairs, a sauna is not a luxury, it’s physiotherapy. For a Bellagio hotel with a sauna on the square, it’s the pick.
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Boutique Hotels in Bellagio’s Old Town
Small, characterful and up the stepped lanes, where a few flights of stairs buy you quiet and a better rate.
Hotel Bellagio in Bellagio
Thirty-eight cobbled steps up from the main square, with minimalist rooms, many of them looking over the lake, and free access to the hotel gym. Breakfast is continental, with croissants, cold meats and hot drinks, and guests rate it excellent.
It holds 9.2 out of 10 across almost 1,500 reviews, which is a lot of consistency for a boutique hotel this size, and it’s a short stroll to the shops and restaurants, which in Bellagio means everything is a short stroll. Private parking is available, and pets are allowed on request, charges may apply. For a boutique hotel in Bellagio with a lake view, this is the one.
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Hotel Centrale Bellagio in Bellagio
Sixty meters (197 ft) from the shore, halfway up a stairway of sixty-three cobbled steps, which the hotel counts for you on its own listing. That climb buys the quiet that the hotels on the square don’t have, plus a sun terrace and a peaceful garden.
Rooms are traditionally furnished with parquet floors, some in the attic and some with a balcony or patio, and the buffet breakfast is rated exceptional. Centrale is adults only and holds 9.3 out of 10. Pets on request, charges may apply. If you’re a couple who wants a quiet adults-only hotel in Bellagio, book this one.
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Seta Hotel in Bellagio
On Via Teresio Olivelli, 100 m (328 ft) from the shore, with a spacious terrace looking out over the lake and a restaurant serving Lombard and Mediterranean dishes. Rooms are simply decorated with tiled floors, and some have a private balcony.
Seta is adults only, rated 9.4 out of 10 with the location rated 9.8, and it has private parking, which in the middle of Bellagio is worth a great deal. Pets are not allowed. For an adults-only Bellagio hotel with a terrace for the evening, it’s the pick.
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Apartments, B&Bs and Farm Stays in Bellagio
Four places with room to spread out, three of them up in the hills with pools, gardens and parking.
Residence la Limonera in Bellagio
Apartments in a three-floor building with an elevator, 100 m (328 ft) from the lake in the limited-traffic zone of the old town, close to the restaurants, the shops and the pier. Each one has a seating area and a kitchenette, there are family rooms, and a sun terrace with deckchairs sits on the second floor above a large garden.
It holds 9.5 out of 10 across nearly 800 reviews, with the location rated 9.9. Children are welcome and pets are allowed, charges may apply. An elevator in Bellagio is rarer than a parking space, and both matter more than you’d think. For an apartment in Bellagio for a family or a longer stay, this is the one.
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Villa La Rosa B&B in Bellagio
On Via dei Pini, less than 1 km (0.6 miles) from the ferry terminal and a thirteen-minute stroll to the Villa Melzi gardens, with a swimming pool with a view, a sun terrace, a solarium and a lush garden. Rooms have lake, garden or mountain views.
Breakfast comes in continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free versions, and guests rate it exceptional. Parking is free, it holds 9.3 out of 10, and children are welcome. Pets are not allowed. For a B&B in Bellagio with a pool and somewhere to leave the car, it’s the one to book.
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Borgo Le Terrazze in Bellagio
Suites and studios on the hill of Vergonese, a small village of Bellagio, each with its own balcony, terrace or garden looking out over Lake Como. There’s a Mediterranean garden and a swimming pool with a view of the lake, and the bar serves breakfast and snacks through the day.
It holds 9.4 out of 10 across more than 750 reviews, with family rooms, facilities for guests with disabilities and private parking. Children are welcome, pets are not. If you want a pool with a view of Lake Como and you’re happy to drive down to the village, book this one.
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Agriturismo Il Colle in Bellagio
A farm stay on Viale Domenico Vitali, an eight-minute stroll from the Villa Melzi gardens and 1 km (0.6 miles) from the ferry terminal, with a garden, a terrace and lake, garden and mountain views. Rooms are air-conditioned, there’s an elevator, and parking on site is free.
It holds 9.5 out of 10, with the breakfast rated exceptional. Children are welcome, and pets are allowed on request, charges may apply. For a farm stay in Bellagio that’s still close enough to stroll into town, it’s the pick.
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How to Get to Bellagio Without a Car
TL;DR: Bellagio has no train station. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Varenna, about an hour, then the ferry across to Bellagio, about fifteen minutes, or take the bus from Como, a little over an hour.
The train-and-ferry route is the easy one. Trains from Milano Centrale reach Varenna-Esino in about an hour, the station is a short stroll above the pier, and the ferry across to Bellagio runs through the day. You land on Piazza Mazzini, a few minutes from most of the old-town hotels.
The bus from Como takes the eastern shore of the Como arm and arrives in a little over an hour. It’s the better choice if you’re flying into Malpensa and staying in Como first.
If you’re driving, Bellagio is one of the harder places on the lake to park. Villa Serbelloni, Villa La Rosa and Il Colle have free parking, Du Lac, Hotel Bellagio, Seta and Borgo Le Terrazze have private parking, and the hill hotels are the easiest to reach by car.
What to Do From Your Bellagio Hotel
TL;DR: From a Bellagio hotel you can visit the gardens of Villa Melzi, climb the stepped lanes of the old town, stand on the point where the lake divides, and take the ferry to Varenna, Menaggio and the villa gardens of Tremezzo.
The gardens of Villa Melzi run along the shore just south of the village, with lakeside paths, sculptures and centuries-old trees. I Giardini di Villa Melzi publishes its opening season and hours, which change through the year.
The old town is best seen early, before the day boats, when you can climb the cobbled stairways between the shops and have the lanes almost to yourself. Keep going to the tip of the promontory for the view up both arms of the lake.
Varenna, Menaggio and Tremezzo are all a short ferry ride away. Varenna has the castle hike and its own gardens, Menaggio has the promenade, and Tremezzo has Villa Carlotta.
For a full day on the water, our guide to a perfect day on Lake Como plans the boat ride, Como’s old town and the funicular up to Brunate.
When to Book a Bellagio Hotel for 2027
TL;DR: Book a Bellagio hotel for summer 2027 now. It’s the most popular village on Lake Como, and the lakefront rooms for May through September go first.
Spring and fall are the sweet spots: April, May, late September and October bring warm days, the gardens at their best and far fewer day visitors, which in Bellagio makes a real difference.
July and August are glorious and busy, with every ferry running and the square full until late. If that’s when you’re coming, book a hotel with a pool or a garden to retreat to in the afternoon, and book it early, because those are the rooms that go first for 2027.
Bellagio Hotels: Your Questions Answered
What is the best hotel in Bellagio, Lake Como?
The best hotel in Bellagio, Lake Como is Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, at the tip of the Bellagio promontory with two gardens, indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a private beach area and the Michelin-starred Mistral restaurant. It has been a luxury hotel since 1873 and is the only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como. For a spa hotel opposite the ferry dock, Hotel Du Lac & SPA is rated 9.5 out of 10 across nearly 1,200 reviews.
Is Bellagio a good place to stay on Lake Como?
Yes, Bellagio is the best place to stay on Lake Como for a first visit. It sits on the point where the lake divides, has the view down both southern arms, and every ferry route passes through its dock, so Varenna, Menaggio and Tremezzo are all a short boat ride away. It is busy with day visitors in July and August, so stay the night and enjoy the village in the early morning and the evening, when it empties.
Is it better to stay in Bellagio or Varenna?
It is better to stay in Bellagio for the classic first-visit village, the most shops and restaurants and the view down both arms of the lake, and in Varenna if you are arriving by train or want quieter evenings. Varenna has a railway station and Bellagio has none, so the easiest way to reach Bellagio by train is the train to Varenna and the fifteen-minute ferry across. Our guide to where to stay in Lake Como compares both with Menaggio, Tremezzo, Como and Lecco.
What are the best boutique hotels in Bellagio?
The best boutique hotels in Bellagio are Hotel Bellagio, 38 cobbled steps above the main square with many lake-view rooms, Hotel Centrale Bellagio, an adults-only hotel with a garden and sun terrace up a stairway of 63 steps, and Seta Hotel, an adults-only hotel with a lake-view terrace and private parking 100 m (328 ft) from the shore.
How do you get to Bellagio without a car?
To get to Bellagio without a car, take the train from Milano Centrale to Varenna-Esino, about an hour, then the ferry across the lake to Bellagio, about fifteen minutes. Or take the bus from Como, which takes a little over an hour. Bellagio has no railway station of its own.
What is the most romantic hotel in Bellagio?
The most romantic hotel in Bellagio is Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, with its gardens at the tip of the promontory, a private beach area and dinner on the Mistral restaurant’s terrace over the water. For an adults-only stay, Hotel Centrale Bellagio has a quiet garden and a sun terrace, and Seta Hotel has a terrace looking out over the lake.
Which hotels in Bellagio are pet-friendly?
The pet-friendly hotels in Bellagio are Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni and Residence la Limonera, where pets are allowed and charges may apply, and Hotel Du Lac & SPA, Hotel Bellagio, Hotel Centrale Bellagio and Agriturismo Il Colle, where pets are allowed on request and charges may apply. Hotel Florence, Seta Hotel, Villa La Rosa B&B and Borgo Le Terrazze do not allow pets.
What is the most family-friendly hotel in Bellagio?
The most family-friendly hotel in Bellagio is Residence la Limonera, with family apartments that have kitchenettes, an elevator, a large garden and a sun terrace in the old town. Borgo Le Terrazze has family rooms and a pool on the hill, and Hotel Du Lac & SPA has family rooms on the main square. Hotel Centrale Bellagio and Seta Hotel are adults only.
What is the best spa hotel in Bellagio?
The best spa hotel in Bellagio is Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, with a spa and beauty center, indoor and outdoor pools and a gym. Hotel Du Lac & SPA has a spa and wellness center on the main square, and Hotel Florence has a wellness area with a sauna, a hammam and a hot tub.
Which Bellagio hotels have a pool?
The Bellagio hotels with a pool are Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, which has an indoor and an outdoor pool, Villa La Rosa B&B, with a pool with a view and free parking, and Borgo Le Terrazze, with a pool looking over Lake Como on the hill at Vergonese.
When should I book a hotel in Bellagio for 2027?
Book a hotel in Bellagio for 2027 as early as you can, especially for May through September. Bellagio is the most popular village on Lake Como, and its lakefront rooms go first. April, May, late September and October are quieter with warm days and the gardens at their best.
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Pick Your Bellagio Hotel and Stay for the Evening
The Serbelloni for the grand stay, the Du Lac for the spa and the square, the Centrale or Seta for a couple, La Limonera for a family, Villa La Rosa or Borgo Le Terrazze for a pool. Whichever you choose, sleep in Bellagio rather than visiting it, because the evening, when the boats have gone and the lanes are yours, is the reason to be here. Book early for 2027.