โThis apartment is darling and has a great view of the lake. Furnishings are contemporary and comfortable. It was super quiet.
Communication and transportation to and from this apartment are not great.
1. You will need to go to their office in Como, trek 1.5 miles to their office or take an Uber (our estimate was $62 USD) to do this- which is a major downside for this unit. The company needs someone at the property to meet you or a better way to validate passport credentials.
2. This is...
โThe Grand Hotel Victoria is an amazing property with a warm and friendly staff willing to help at all times. Our stay in a Jr Suite was spectacular, with a deck and expansive views of Lake Como. The rooms were very nicely appointed and the staff was very responsive to cleaning requests, turn down service and requests for things like ice and pillows. The Spa is amazing, with literally something for everyone, whether you like lap pools, waterfall massagers, hot and cold therapies, saunas and so...
โReally nice place, great view. Massive hill to climb. No Ubers, and near impossible to get a taxi. We couldnโt get one until day 3.
Unless you rent a car donโt book this place. Getting to and from town and the ferry with luggage is a nightmare without a car.
Walking on your own is ok, but takes time and you need to be in shape. โ
โBeautiful condo/apartment, right off the water near pier 2 for the ferry. Slept 4 people comfortably and was within walking distance to everything we wanted to do, as well as the ferry which was a short trip to Varenna, Tremezzo, San Giovanni, etc. I choose this specifically because I was traveling with a type 1 diabetic and it had afforded all the conveniences that were needed, including small fridge, electric stove, dishes etc, and a small market nearby. Hosts were very accommodating and...