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Albergo Vista Lago

3.0 star property
Hotel in Brunate with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Free daily buffet breakfast
Camera 10 | Balcony
Front of property
Camera 10 | View from room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Via Roma, 25, Brunate, CO, 22034
  • Place, Como Cathedral
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazza Cavour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Como-Brunate Funicular
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Camera 30 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Camera 30

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Camera 24 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Camera 24

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Camera 10 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Camera 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Camera 32 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Camera 32

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Camera Quadrupla

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Brunate

Within a short walk of Volta Lighthouse, Albergo Vista Lago is within 2 miles (3 km) of Casa del Fascio. This 13-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Volta Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Como Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Piazza Vittoria - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Piazza Cavour - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Como-Brunate Funicular - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Como Borghi - 9 min drive
  • Cucciago Station - 21 min drive
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Cervo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panino Buono Vista Lago - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lago Food&Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Funicolare - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪plateà ristorante pizzeria - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Albergo Vista Lago

Hotel in Brunate with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
At Albergo Vista Lago, guests have access to a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you drive, self parking is EUR 10 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 100 per room one way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. This smoke-free hotel also has a TV in a common area.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Electric kettles, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 AM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per room (one way)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 AM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 013032-ALB-00002, IT013032A1JSSNM2EG

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Albergo Vista Lago
Albergo Vista Lago Brunate
Albergo Vista Lago Hotel
Albergo Vista Lago Hotel Brunate
Albergo Vista Lago Hotel
Albergo Vista Lago Brunate
Albergo Vista Lago Hotel Brunate

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Albergo Vista Lago?

Albergo Vista Lago provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Albergo Vista Lago?

This hotel is located in Brunate within a short 15-minute walk of Volta Lighthouse. You'll also find Casa del Fascio and Como-Brunate Funicular within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Albergo Vista Lago?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for EUR 10 per day.

Does Albergo Vista Lago feature a casino on the premises?

No, Albergo Vista Lago doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Albergo Vista Lago?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Albergo Vista Lago?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Does Albergo Vista Lago have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Albergo Vista Lago feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Albergo Vista Lago serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Albergo Vista Lago allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Albergo Vista Lago.

Are there connecting rooms at Albergo Vista Lago?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Albergo Vista Lago?

The closest major airport to Albergo Vista Lago is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 25.8 mi away (77 minutes by car). Another top airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which is around 22.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Albergo Vista Lago?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Albergo Vista Lago.

Albergo Vista Lago Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 230 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

yuliya

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist Chiarra was certainly busy as she covered most/all day to day things on her ownf from 8am to 7.45pm. Always cheerful, helpful and informative. 5 stars to bella Chiarra.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely views but…….,

Fantastic views from hotel room and very convenient for the funicular. On downside the staff were rushed off their feet and my partner dubbed it the “do it yourself” hotel as our room wasn’t cleaned, we had to go to bar to collect coffee and cutlery at breakfast. The bottle of Prosecco we were given when we left would have been a lovely touch if we weren’t flying home with no checked luggage- it would have meant more on arrival!
Drink on our balcony
Fantastic view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Telma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ok.

The room was pretty small and the elevator can handle only 2 people, not very convenient. Breakfast was ok. The view from our room was pretty. The people attending the place were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was difficult to access from the Finiculare. Up hill and cobblestones. Food was good. View nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel on top of the mountain, very convenient to get to Lake Como by taking the shuttle which is walking distance from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
To get there you have to drive up some seriously steep narrow winding roads, only to find out that there are charges for their parking spot and breakfast which are not worth the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely setting with a gorgeous view of Lake Como.

Charming and lovely, this hotel has a picturesque setting that will make it feel like home. Lovely owners who helped us with a problem and were so accommodating. We loved our stay here. The restaurant was lovely and the food amazing! Both the owner and staff were friendly and so professional, working hard to be of service. Amazing stay at Alberto Vista Lago!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located in Brunate

The hotel is well located overlooking Como City and we had a glimpse of Lake Como from our Balcony. I got the feeling that the albergo was just wakening from it’s winter slumber as there were few signs of activity in the restaurant or bar and certainly no locals around. However the hotel and Brunate thanks to the very handy funicular makes an excellent base for discovering the Lake Como area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Tina, Essex UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Seven day stay in Albergo Vista Largo

The road to Brunate is very steep with extremely tight bends. You can get to the hotel by Train and Funicular if you want Our room (22) although very clean was very cramped and not suitable for a seven night stay. Opening the wardrobe doors was impossible along with draws. There was no place to sit around a table to drink or read. No drink making facilities in the room. This was very bad due to breakfast service starting at 8am. A very modern large TV but no English speaking station at all. Only Italian terrestrial TV. This is very poor in comparison to almost any hotel in Italy. There was only a shower in the bathroom which was also tiny. Very basic soap and body wash. We travel to italy a lot and this room is very poor in comparison to the many we have stayed in Breakfast was very limited either tea, orange juice and a croissant for €5. Or an omelette can be served in addition for €10 per person. The breakfast room or dinning room was clean and not pleasant to eat in. It seems to cater for customers coming up on the funicular railway for a snack. You would not eat your evening meal in the hotel It's a clean hotel with pleasant staff but not in any way homely or inviting to the guest BE WARNED THE HOTEL SOMETIMES CLOSES VERY EARLY AND YOU ARE GIVEN A KEY TO ACCESS VIA A SIDE ENTRANCE. THE LOCK IS A BIT FIDDLELY IN THE LATE EVENING. There are no staff on site during the night and we were given the catering mangers phone number in an emergency.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Graca, Wiltshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great hotel at superb location

The hotel is located at a beautiful location at the mountains town of Brunate. The Sorroundings are beautiful and the views are from up there are wonderful. We used a fernicular to travel between the hotel and the city centre and the views of the city going up and down the fernicular are breathtaking. The hotel is small and has that homely atmosphere which is very nice. The staff are very friendly and attentive, especially the owner Ralph. We would get to the hotel from excursions very late in the evening at least past 9pm and very hungry and the owner was always happy to prepare food for us so we don't go to bed hungry. I was there for my birthday and I was given a free bottle of champagne to celebrate it by the owner. The owner also arranged for a taxi transfer for us as we were flying back to England very early in the morning from Milan and we got picked up at 4am by taxi. 2 minutes via a cable train and you are in the city centre where there is all the tourist sights, the harbour, and a number of beaches. The hotel has a lovely Rooftop restaurant with a beautiful views of the city of Como. I really recommend staying here for a super experience of travelling around Como.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

KT, Salt Lake City, UT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Quiet & Clean Hotel

We stayed here as an alternative to the overpriced hotels in near Lake Como. The hotels location is great in terms of being right up the street from the funicular. The hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. The room does not have air conditioning but a staff member was nice enough and accommodated us with a fan. The wifi isn't great, doesn't work well at night but is great during the morning. The little town of Brunate is beautiful but you can see most of it in two hours. All together it was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Out of the Way Location

We stayed at this hotel during early July. Getting to this hotel is somewhat of an adventurous drive through some narrow, steep, and twisty road. The hotel is OK and has some great views, but could use some modernizing. Food in the restaurant was also OK, but not great. Parking is very limited and difficult to come by. The cable car ride down to Como is a cool experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant - definitely coming aback!

I had such a great time - all i wanted to do was drink wine, eat food and rest after a hectic week of travelling across northern Italy, and that's exactly what i got! Thanks to Ralph and the team for making it so easy and relaxing for me!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing view

The room is warm and comfortable, clean towels and good smell. The view is AMAZING, staff is super nice and gentle. You pay for coffee and food for breakfast but the price is very good for guests of the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Kim, NB, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing view...top of the world!

There isn't anything about Brunate & Como that we don't love. And staying at Vista Lago is the perfect way to enjoy it. The room was clean, cozy, comfortable with a million dollar (euro) view. The owner was very welcoming. We will definitely stay there again!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Considerations before booking

There was no air-conditioning nor fan so keeping balcony doors open is the only relief to summer heat. However, you will notice that there is no net/screen to keep bugs out. Also, there is a Church with a loud bell ringing evety hour for each hour (I.e. 6 times at 6pm). For check ins after 2pm the restaurant manager doubles as the hotel manager, which since there is no formal check-in desk means you just wait at the coffee bar until someone arrives to help you.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sweet hotel to get away

We had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The staff were awesome and the room was clean and fresh. It is a very interesting drive to the hotel up a very narrow lane but it was so nice to be out of the busy area

10/10 Excellent

Kim, St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely B&B!

This place was simply wonderful! We arrived in the mid afternoon and checked in with no problem. The room was very clean and had a lovely view. We ate at the restaurant downstairs and were very pleased! The same gentleman that checked us in prepared our meal in the kitchen. I had the lasagna and it was delicious! It was very quiet with very few other guests. I wish we had stayed more than one night! They even let us leave our bags in the room and "check out" later!

4/10 Poor

Janet and Dave, Orkney Scotland

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely view over the lake

A ride up the funicular and great views spoiled by Fawlty Towers type staff. Twin beds instead of a double one of which collapsed. Como a stone throw away.

10/10 Excellent

andrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

John, Randolph, NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Overnight Experience

Great view from the top of the mountain. Very clean and accommodating. Wish we had more time to spend beyond one night.

8/10 Good

Oleg, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular view, exciting drive

The hotel is located in Como suburbia on a mountain overlooking the city of Como and the lake with the surprisingly spectacular view from a balcony of every room (we even stayed extra day because of it). If you are a confident driver, you will share my excitement from the 5-km road from Como to the hotel, and finding a parking spot will be quite an entertaining challenge, since most of the empty spaces that don't block the streets are reserved for the registered residents only. For the reluctant commuter-type drivers I recommend the funicular line that runs from Como center to within 1-minute walk from a hotel (5.50 euros round-trip, operates till midnight in summer). Hotel personnel are inviting and helpful, but they speak only a few words in English. Breakfast is minimal, but it matches the hotel price range. The area is extremely quite at night (some might even say too quite) except for the neighboring church bells in the morning. The town of Como looks much better from the hotel balcony, than it does from the city center. Nice base to make half-day car trips along the shores of lake Como.

8/10 Good

Patricia, Newcastle, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Best place to stay while in Como. 25euro taxi fare from train station, which is a set price. Absolutely a fabulous location, Swiss alps in distance, Como accessable by a venicular with station very close to hotel. Bathroom a bit squeezy but but excellent facilities. Good value for money. Early check out difficult as manager not on site.

4/10 Poor

Kais

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort