Lake Como

Style and sophistication go hand in hand with Lake Como, a secluded resort not far from the fashion capital of the world, Milan. With its enchanting scenery and rugged mountains plunging down to the deep blue waters below, the coastline is adorned with historic villas and holiday homes belonging to the rich and famous.

The town once attracted the poet Henry Longfellow to write: I ask myself, is this a dream? Will it all vanish into thin air? Is there a land of such supreme and perfect beauty anywhere?

You can find out for yourself with our choice of exquisite Lake Como resorts, all of which provide an ideal base for exploring the lakeside and surrounding areas. There are plenty of shops and pavement cafes to explore, you can enjoy leisurely walks among the villages or through the hills, and a scenic cruise around the lake is highly recommended. All the resorts are well connected by boat and there are regular rail services to Milan.

Lake Como is the perfect resort to incorporate a few days in the fashion city of Milan, Topflight can organise this tailormade Italian lake and city combination. Alternatively if you want to enjoy a combination of relaxation and seeing the best the area has to offer, you should consider a Stay & Explore Holiday option. There are Stay & Explore holiday dates throughout the season where alongside some relaxing days you can enjoy a lake cruise with wine tasting, full day excursion to St Moritz and a full day excursion to the neighbouring Lake Maggiore.

Lake Como Resorts

Bellaggio

Called the Pearl of the Lake, Bellagio is a delightful village with narrow, winding streets and occasional live music in high season. Guests staying here need to take the ferry for transfers.

Menaggio

This resort has a lively promenade and a small boat harbour, ideal for watersports and trekking in the hills. There is a lovely lakeside beach and promenade and the ferry dock offers regular services to other resorts on the lake shore.

Cadenabbia

Lying on the sunny western shore, Cadenabbia is a small village on the western shores of Lake Como. The resort has a stunning Romanesque church, beautiful villas and a lovely lakeside promenade. The great composer Giuseppe Verdi composed the beautiful aria of La Traviata here.

Tremezzo

Just 1km south of Cadenabbia, Tremezzo is a popular resort famous for its many great houses and palazzos including the renowned Villa Carlotta, with its beautiful gardens and exquisite art collection.

Mezzegra

The lovely hillside town of Mezzegra lies on the northwestern shore of Lake Como between the resorts of Tremezzo and Lenno at the foot of Monte Tremezzo. The village has a place in history because it is the place where former Italian Prime Minister Mussolini died. When in Mezzegra be sure to try the locally produced wine called Mugnano which is€™ a delicious red wine.

Moltrasio

This enchanting village is built on a mountainside with panoramic views of the lake. There are lovely walking trails within easy reach, and the village is well connected by ferry to other resorts along the lake.