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In Riva Al Lago

Como · Italy

Via Crespi, 4View location

8.2/10Excellent549 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort7.8/107.8
Condition8.0/108.0
Location9.2/109.2
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About In Riva Al Lago

The Hotel Riva al Lago is centrally located in Como, just 100 meters from the lake and 50 meters from the train station, bus terminal, and boat tours. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Guests can enjoy snacks and over 50 international beers at the on-site El Merendero pub.

Rooms with private or shared bathrooms are split between two buildings: the main building on Via Crespi 4 and an adjacent building on Piazza Matteotti 4 (5 meters away). Some rooms feature bunk beds.

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When you stay at In Riva al Lago in Como, you'll be in the historical district, a 1-minute drive from Como Cathedral and 7 minutes from Villa Erba. This bed & breakfast is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Lake Lugano and 17.1 mi (27.4 km) from Villa del Balbianello.

Stay in one of 11 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles. Featured amenities include multilingual staff and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:30 PM
Check-in until 11:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Parking height restrictions apply Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
    • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open during the following times:
    • Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Reception is closed Sunday 10 AM-3 PM and luggage storage is not available during this time.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Guests staying in rooms with shared bathrooms are required to follow the nightly midnight curfew.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day (in/out privileges)
    • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (492 ft away)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Italian

    French

Nearby attractions

Lungolago di Como 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Como-Brunate Funicular 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Piazza Cavour 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Casa del Fascio 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Teatro Sociale 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Torre del Comune 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Broletto Plaza 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Como Cathedral 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Church of San Fedele 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Volta Temple 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Palazzo Olginati 1 km / 0.6 mi
Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia 1 km / 0.6 mi
Caduti Monument 1 km / 0.6 mi
Civic Art Gallery 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Spazio culturale Antonio Ratti 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • guest house
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • City centre
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Bicycle storage
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  • Luggage room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

DB

Buffet Breakfast

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about In Riva Al Lago

8.2
Excellent
549 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
7.8 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Location
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Michael
The gentleman who checked us in was very nice, helpful and friendly. We were allowed to leave our luggage before check-in. The location couldn’t be better. Next to everything and the room was very soundproof. The room was very clean the bed was very good.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
Florence
Staff is very friendly and helpful
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Jonathan
Property was clean and lovely.

Service was top notch. Parking was a bear but we were instructed to bring the car close to unload luggage, the two employees helped carry our luggage to our room and the owner went out of his way to personally find a parking space for our car.

The extra water bottles and snacks in the apartment were appreciated!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2024
Andre
The staff were very helpful and friendly. The property is in an excellent location. Everything worked well, cleanliness was good. Highly recommend!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2024
rileys
Great place and nice host
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2023
Geovana
The appereance of the property is like not good, but inside it was clean and it is near every touristic place.. excellent location .
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Oct 2023
Edwin

Says what it is on the tin.

Check in neat and tidy. Although on second floor of a typical old Italian building overdue for TLC, it provided a comfortable bed in clean room. Shared bathroom was also clean. For me, the only hiccup was, I wasn’t able to lower the A/C, otherwise all ok.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2023
Austin
The staff were friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them to help. An outstanding service all round.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2023
Monique
Bruyant fenêtres donnant sur les autres bâtiments
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2023
Katherine
In Riva al Lago was easy to find and close to many restaurants and shopping in Como. Marta was helpful getting us checked in. The rooms were clean and comfortable. We were happy to have AC and a fan to cool us off during hot weather.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2023
Manon

Friendly staff and good value

Staff is very friendly and helpful. Really appreciated that. Room doesn’t have much of a view but it was the best value for our family of 4.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2023
Armin
I stayed in the Double Bedroom on the second floor. Zero hassle, it is super clean, ample breakfast items, 2 double glazed windows so there is no sound from the street, aircon cold, private toilet and shower very clean. It is a room inside and area where there are other rooms as well like the 4 person room so the only noise will be from other people in that area.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2023
Sarah
This property is a good location to explore Como. The rooms have everything you need for your stay, tea and coffee making facilities and a selection of snacks.
Remember to book a parking space if driving as parking is limited.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
23 May 2023
Brodie
The area was great. Room was clean and small. We were told the air conditioning could not be turned on and to just open the windows, even after explaining our allergies towards pollen. The property doesn’t let you enter in after midnight which felt very odd. Very very clean. Can hear everything, walls seem thin.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 May 2023
Cecilia
Hosts were very helpful
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Dec 2022
James

No breakfast but would stay again

Mario was so nice and helpful with a place to eat, making ice formour cooler as well as stating that because we got in late, it would cost more to pay for his parking than to use the public parking which is less than a block away.

Only downside was an assumption on my part. When I see B and B I assume breakfast is included and no breakfast was included. We would still stay again just because of Mario.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2022
Elyse
it was hard to find the check-in spot at first (you can see the front desk through the window to the left of where Google Maps takes you), but otherwise we had a great experience here! Comfy bed, clean bathroom, great water pressure for the shower, plenty warm and super close to the lake. Friendly staff too.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2022
Sarbjit

Book me!

Amazing view, excellent location, will defo come back here!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2022
Malcolm

Great value for money property

Very friendly reception, comfortable room with view nice view. Tea and coffee in room.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 Nov 2021
Ivan
Entry PIN and emergency phone number should be accessible online. Yes, I was given a paper slip with those details, but in a rush I forgot it in my room. Once I came back (23:30), the reception was closed and I had no one to phone so was very very close to being left outside the building as I forgot the pin. Doesn't help that emergency phone number and PIN are on the same piece of paper. Had to resort to desperate measures, and knocked on the door of the hotel in the hope that someone will hear me. I was lucky the manager of the hotel was still in the building, and he heard someone knocking so he opened. But man that was scary! Entry sistem should be revised and make it less prone to fail.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
31 Oct 2021
Rosalyn
Unpleasant property in what appeared to me to be in not so desirable area of town. I did not check in .
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2021
Verified traveler
We visited Como literally three months before the COVID - 19 pandemic .Had a wonderful two night stay. Staff were superb, friendly and approachable. All aminities were near such as bus C17 towards Menangio ,C19 towards Bellagio ,Lake boats,cruises etc. Hotel breakfast was with hundreds of varieties healthy foods and fruits.We consider it more than breakfast almost a lunch . Above all hotelier Mario is a ''Super Mario '' because we saw his hospitality towards all boarders were very caring.I wish him very well and hope he is doing excellent in this current situation.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2021
Junko
It took a while to check in as we booked the place last minute, but once we were able to get help, it was very smooth. The venue was very close to the lake and the plaza which was ideal for walking around.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
What a wonderful place, will definitely be coming back next time I’m in Como! Fabulous customer service, lovely room with super comfy bed (best sleep in ages), very clean and perfect location next to the lake.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Have stayed here each time we visit Lake Como. It is an outstanding inn. Location is perfect right on the lakeside. So clean and beds very comfortable. We had en suite bathroom and it was super clean. Mario is an impeccable host. Very attentive and helpful. Breakfast is exceptional with everything one could want. Our room was 3rd floor which was no problem for us but if mobility is a concern, ask for ground floor room in advance. No elevator. Very close to bus stop. Take #4 or #5 to and from the Como San Giovanni train station. Love this place. Thanks, Mario!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Great spread at breakfast
Hairdryer in bathroom
Good air conditioning
Quiet
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Nice size rooms. Friendly check-in. Breakfast was included and was excellent.
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
The street appearance of this hotel us ratty snd scary. The inner stairs are unlighted, dirty snd narrow. But the room was just fine. The desk lsdy walked us to our room because there are codes to put in at the hallwdya. The air cooler only runs at certain hours. The room had no problems except the shower water ran allover the floor. Breakfast was crowded but had an amazing selection. It doesn't start until 8:00 and our train left before that, so they gave us a yogurt and apple to go.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2019
Verified traveler
Only problem no elevator and if you are on top floor can be pose a problem with heavy luggage
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Very helpful and friendly staff, they speak English too. Great location, quiet and yet bang in the centre 1 minute from the lake.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Our room was a quadruple with own facilities. Room was large. Great location right at lake and very convenient for everywhere. Owner was friendly and helpful. Como is very beautiful.
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2018
Terena
Very close to the lake. Bed was comfortable, shower & bathroom were clean & just the right size. The largest bath towels I’ve ever seen! No views from the room but I was only sleeping there. I would stay there again, can’t beat it for the price! Restaurants galore right outside the door!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2018
roshanak
location
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2018
Verified traveler
This clean and convenient hotel has a great location in Como, close to a bus stop, 1 block from the lake and a 15 minute walk from the Como S. Giovanni Train Station. The funicular to the top of the nearby mountain is a 5 minute walk as well. The host is super helpful - he helped us plan a day trip to Venezza and Bellagio using public ferries and a bus back to the hotel. This worked out much better than the ferry passed we thought we would need - it coast less and took less time to get back to Como from Bellagio.
There is a great buffet breakfast included and a casual restaurant right in the hotel. There are also multiple eateries (both fancy waterfront restaurants and inexpensive take out places) within steps of the door. Como is a pretty and unpretentious town - a mix of old and new, and a convenient base for visiting the lake towns and easier to get to from Milan than the towns to the north.
The room for 4 people was clean and pretty quiet (except for the guests who sometimes let their door slam - can't blame the hotel for that).
We would recommend this hotel for families or couples who do not want to pay the higher prices in the fancier resort towns.
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2018
Verified traveler
Tremendous service and a breakfast unlike I have ever had at a hotel. Fresh fruit, cheese, cold cuts, cereal, etc. It was tremendous. Close walk to everything Como has to offer. Great hotel
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jun 2018
samir

Good b&b

Good breakfast with many options and very comfortable pillows and beds
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Pleasant stay in very convenient location

The room was clean and comfortable (although not very large). There is no lift, but it was worth the climb to the top (third) floor for the end room with a partial view of Lake Como. The breakfast buffet array was truly amazing! A casual dinner in the restaurant downstairs was very good value for money.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2017
Verified traveler
Excellent breakfast! Very ckean room and excellent localisation!
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2017
soonhee

all good

all is good and also very convenient and close to train.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
11 Aug 2017
Jayne

Hostel - not for holiday makers

I can't remember when booking it stating it was a hostel, but this place is not for holiday makers. It is in a convenient location and is 2 minutes walk away from the lake which is beautiful. The hostel itself is clean enough, and suited us for one night, but I would not want to stay any longer than that!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2017
Gillian

Excellent valie

Excellent value. Brilliant location. Very clean. Air condition in room. Breakfast was unbeatable. Recommend
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2017
D'Ann

Nice Hotel, Dirty Bed

The hotel was nicely located, steps away from the lake. It was walking distance to the water taxis, food, and Como del Nord. My only complaint is that I realized in the night that the bed was dirty at the foot area. I should have inspected the bed prior, but one also expects clean beds when staying at a hotel.
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2017
Verified traveler

Nice place, good location for all the sights.

Rooms were clean. Dont expect beds to be turned every day which was ok for us as we were just there for a weekend. Service was helpful and friendly.
We were hoping we could get breakfast there but did not realise that breakfast is not served all year round which was a surprise for us. Not a problem as there are plenty of nice local cafes to have breakfast.
The heating is extreme; either hot or completely off in the evening.Cannot be controled to individual requirements.
Other than that overall it was a nice stay.
Family
8/10
Excellent
20 May 2017
Lawrence

Lake Como

Nice lake vacation spot
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2017
John

Lovely slightly quirky old hotel close to the lake

For a budget hotel near the lake, ferries, funicular , cafes and restaurants it would be hard to beat! Downstairs is a great little bar-restaurant owned by the same family - good food at great prices. No lift but good size room with ensuite and lots of hot water. A warm welcome and very friendly staff. Heating and air con plus good reliable wifi.
We were here here to enjoy Como and the lake and this hotel gave us everything we wanted.
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2017
Caroline

Great Service

5 minute walk from the old part of Como and very close to the lake. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was nothing fancy but if you are looking for a comfortable place to sleep with great staff then I would recommend this hotel. Would stay again.
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2017
Adam

Good value hotel conveniently located

Friendly staff, pleasant and nicely furnished room just a couple of minutes away from Como Lago Nord, the Como bus station and the lake itself. Fan was a bit noisy, but apart from that would highly recommend.
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2017
Matt

We were greeted beautifully

Super quick check in by a friendly operator. Rooms are humble which is reflected in the price but you are only 1 minute from the shores of lake Como. Lots of restaurant choices nearby and a 4 minute walk to the funicular cable car. 10 euros for underground secure carparking.
8/10
Excellent
08 Jan 2017
Kenneth

Mr Mario of Al Riva-signore al bravo!

Room comes with 3 beds tho I only booked for 2 singles. The property tucked in the most convenient location in Como-nearest to local bus terminus n stops for easy connections to stazione S Giovanni n all other parts of local commute! Also surrounded by local eateries n lakeside where ferries' jetties are stones throw away. N a easy walk to the main piazza del Duomo.
Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Nov 2016
Nicholas

Convenient and clean

Great hotel just behind the art deco bus station. The restaurant downstairs is where you will find meals at a more reasonable price than most other places in Como. The price of the hotel was fantastic for what we got. The room was large and the bed was comfortable enough, although it was too singles together, not one double. Good water pressure and clean. No real complaints. Wifi was a bit spotty though.
Partner
2/10
Poor
29 Oct 2016
cynthia

dissapointed

website misleading, does not face the lake at all. hotel is right behind bus station. rooms were super tiny and our room was bunk beds. no amenities at all. more like a hostel. staff was very nice and courteous.
Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2016
Vlado

Value for money!

The room will be small, bunk bed, but it was ok for one night. Stuff was very friendly. Mario, the manager of the hotel gives a brief what to see in Como. The hotel's location is excellent, only a few minutes form the city center. Breakfast was very good. I recommend this place.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2016
ricardo

Close to everything

Nice place. Great food at breakfast (included). Evening restaurant also served great food at good value.
8/10
Excellent
23 Sep 2016
Family of five

Good location and friendly staff

Suitable for family of five; very friendly and helpful staff; convenient location; nice breakfast too.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2016
Michael

Very nice! Great location steps from the train

Would recommend! Great breakfast in the morning. Friendly staff and quick service. Room was sizeable and bathroom was everything you need. Great home base to explore lake como. Only thing is wifi a little choppy at times and a little noise from restaurant below but not a big deal to us.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Sep 2016
Helen

Clean, excellent location and good value

We stayed here for 2 nights before heading further up the lake. An excellent location - shops, ferries, restaurants and the cable car all within very close walking distance. Our room and the bathrooms were spotlessly clean, and the buffet breakfast was really good! We stayed in the bunk beds which was fine for 2 nights only, very good value. If you are staying for more than this however it may be useful to get somewhere with a private bathroom as there were time restrictions on when you could use showers, which could get a little annoying with a long stay. We enjoyed our stay here overall.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Sep 2016
Verified traveler

Location! Location! Location!

Such a great location, right in the heart. Near to great local restaurants, shops, bus stop and much more. Although it felt a little bit like a hostel with shared bathrooms, we didn't mind. Amazing hotel staff and just the most spectacular breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2016
John

Nice hostel-style in Como near train station

This place is located right near the trains and bus station, with comfortable bunk beds for a family of 4, even one shares common shower and bathroom area, which are very clean indeed. No safety concern whatsoever, and the breakfast layout is impressive also. Separate parking for $10/day can be arranged as well. Great for short visit!
8/10
Excellent
27 Aug 2016
Verified traveler

Lake Como Gem!

Family vacation for all ages. Easy to walk around, excellent shopping and restaurants. Hotel placed my parents on the lower floor, which they appreciated as there is no elevator. Hotel looks like it is in an alley, and may not look new on the outside, but it is great inside, roomy, clean and feels new. We had an ensuite bathroom, and comfortable beds. We would all stay again. Very good breakfast in the morning included!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2016
Ana Maria

Excellent location

All you need for a short stay. Staff excellent. Breakfast was amazing and complete. The room was comfortable and clean. Close to all the attractions. I would go back again.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2016
Jesse

Great location, even better staff and restaurant!

Clean efficient hostel accommodations with a friendly staff, central location and a great little restaurant attached. Drink a beer at the restaurants on the lake and have your dinner here!
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2016
Satetaporn

A nice sleep at night & a good start in a morning

The service was great. The breakfast was greater. The rooms were clean and cosy but there is no elevator. It was more quiet than I thought which was good. The wifi signal was unstable. The hotel was safe and easy to go anywhere in Como lake area.
Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

excellent stop on the way to Bellagio

It was a great spot in the town of Como
Carmelo was very nice and helped us carry luggage up 3 floors (but we could see the lake from the front window
Family
8/10
Excellent
17 May 2016
Richy

Nice Hotel, close to lake, clean and kind staff

Nice Hotel, close to lake, clean and very kind staff. Would recommend to friends and others looking to get away for a trip at a reasonable price. Staff were vey kind assisting with bags to the room and always available to give some advice. All in all a very well run little hotel in a great location. Book early to make sure you get a room.
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2016
Carlos

From a repeat customer

Excellent budget accommodation.
This was my second time staying there. Their free WiFi was frustrating to use because you must log in every time you need to use it. During the winter months, breakfast is not included, but there are plenty of options very close by.
Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2016
Ian

Great for short break

Excellent location by the lake, bus and rail stations, lots of places to eat. Breakfast not included during low season. Helpful staff, good English. But no phone or toiletries in the room.
8/10
Excellent
01 Apr 2016
Verified traveler

Very good choice

Nice hotel, very close to the lake, attentive and friendly staff, comfy bed, separate bathroom and no noise
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Jan 2016
chris

Nice hotel, well located.

There's a laundromat about 100m away. Car parking is available in an underground garage nearby for a reasonable fee. The manager is very friendly and speaks good English.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Nov 2015
Charles

Not for everyone, but alright for us.

It's a newly renovated bed and breakfast. Like old buildings, there are no lifts. The stairs difficult to climb with big luggage. We were helped up by the receptionist. Both receptionists are very nice fellows and speak good English. The location is close to train and bus station. But be aware, the train station does not connect to Milan Centrale. It connects to Milan Cadorna. Check. There are so many restrictions they impose on the room. Gave us a dorm type room. The toilets have no ventilation but new and clean. I would still recommend this hotel but not for honeymooners.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2015
Verified traveler
Would recommend it for college students to use for weekend trips on study abroad semesters.
6/10
Pleasant
20 Oct 2015
Lee
Value for money. Basic hotel without any facilities, but you have nothing to complaint with such a price and proximity with the point of interest around.
Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Oct 2015
kate

Good time

Very close to the lake & the boats that take you out for rides, but best was the closeness to the old part of town. The cathedral is simply breathtaking & the little winding cobblestone roads have lots of shops & places to eat. The staff at Riga was so helpful = making sure we knew how to use the keys & etc. The parking is a block away & very secure. We liked our stay, but were surprised at the traffic in Como. Take a good map, To find Riga, pull into the bus station at the east end of town.
8/10
Excellent
03 Oct 2015
Verified traveler
A nice stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2015
john

Great stay

Very helpful and friendly staff. Great breakfast. Very satisfied with our stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2015
Maria

Great location & good services and tips by hotel

The best continental breakfast! Quality food!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jul 2015
Verified traveler
This hotel does not have an elevator. Our room was spacious with a kitchen area. The mattresses were very firm. The breakfast was delicious. This hotel is located close to the lake, bus and train stations as well as a charming downtown.
Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2015
John

Nice hotel close to lake como. Nice restaraunt

Room rate seemed reasonable, the room had air conditioning which was nice. The attached restaurant serves decent food at a good price, and there are lots of other little places to eat and drink nearby. A nice quiet little place to spend a few nights.
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2015
Alice

GREAT location and place!!

What a fun, cozy, clean, awesome place Riva Al Lago is!! I will definitely go back when I find myself in Como again... This was a spur of the moment trip (one night only) with 4 people. Even last minute, the rooms were available and affordable and clean and in a PERFECT location. We had never been to Como before, so this was a gamble... one we are SO glad we took! Clean and tidy. Right in the heart of the old town. Great service. Working wifi. Garage option for a car. Great night life. Affordable prices. LOVED IT! Thank you Riva Al Lago!
Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 May 2015
Hugo

Hotel very near to old part of Como

breakfast is served only as from the month of July. The Internet site shows however a great breakfast buffet.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2015
Robyn

Lovely Stay!

Perfect Location right on the water! Very clean rooms and very secure.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2015
Malcolm

Como stay

Very good; very helpful staff: two drawbacks -- no lift (on second floor) and night-time noise from nearby bars.
Partner
4/10
Poor
03 May 2015
Verified traveler

Horrible service!

HORRIBLE service!! The man in charge of checking us in was EXTREMELY rude! We were staying for 1 night but each of us (3 people) had luggages with our clothes and personal things to take shower and change. We were doing a two-week Europe tour. Receptionist kept complaining we had too many luggage for one night and that we should leave them in the car. The guy was very impatient because we were taking too long to go up and took the luggage out of my hands so abruptly that he broke the luggage handle. Do you think he apologized? NO! He shouldn't assume that people don't live around the corner and just need a hotel to sleep. We also need to take shower and change! We were so upset with the \"reception\" we had that we couldn't even have a good night sleep. Unfortunately everywhere else was already closed. We were told we couldn't take a shower from 11pm until 8am. They need a new receptionist because other than that hotel is clean with very clean bathrooms and comfortable beds. The other guy who was at the front desk in the morning when we checked-out was completely different, very courteous. I wished he was the one there that night when we arrived after driving 6 hours straight trying to make it there before they close the front desk.
Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Apr 2015
Verified traveler

Met our needs

Good bed and nice shower. No breakfast.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Apr 2015
Verified traveler

OK

Comfortable enough but walls a bit thin - impressed with the 3-times-night couple next door!
Partner
4/10
Poor
26 Mar 2015
Paul

Check the small print in hotel rules

The hotel is positioned well for the summer season and very clean. The check-in is open until 23hrs we arrived at 22:30 and the proprietor (?) complained about this. We were made to feel most unwelcome. There is also no breakfast served in the low season. Parking is available but at charge of 9 euros per day . Only one towel each supplied in bathroom with a 2 euro charge for extra towel. Look at the house rules and it will give you an idea of the mentality of the management. We travel often in Italy and are usually given a warm welcome and good breakfast here we felt we were an inconvenience. May be a good hotel in the high season but we would never book this hotel again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2015
Verified traveler

como

Overall the hotel is great. Shared bathrooms in my stay but they were in excellent condition. I would recommend staying there. There are sights to see in Como so it is better to go with a partner.
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2015
Verified traveler

Location good

The hotel was very close to the city center which is good. If we need to use the washroom, we could always go back to the hotel. The room was clean. We opted for the shared bathroom which was also clean.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
21 Dec 2014
Claire

Warm hotel room with basic facilities

A good value hotel in an expensive town, this hotel is close to town and has lake views. The facilities were basic but clean, warm and secure. No tea/coffee or kettle, eating not allowed in rooms and no breakfast over Winter months.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2014
Barbara

Cute room.

Loved our room, G2 I believe it was. Location is close to bus and train station, awesome room, and Mario was very helpful. Big plus was the multitude of outlets in our room for charging all our devices. Would have loved to stay for more than a night to visit the area. No elevators in the property, so pack light.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
24 Oct 2014
Verified traveler

Good location

There is no elevator, so be prepared to walk up the stairs with luggage if need be. The concierge was very nice and helped me with my luggage, but not an ideal situation if you have a big suitcase. The room was like a dorm room with bunk beds..more like a pensione. Otherwise directly across the street from Como Nord station and conveniently located. Concierge very helpful with everything.
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2014
norman

Lakeside in Como

we stayed there, arriving by car we were well received by the ever helpful manager who arranged for the car to be parked securely and took us to our room
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Oct 2014
Verified traveler
Very unpleasant building.
Good location.
The stuff wasn't nice at all
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2014
Verified traveler

Good hotel for a one night stay.

We stayed here for our introductory night to our holiday in the Italian Lakes. Great location near the train station and Lake and within easy walking distance of Como township. Parking was available for our car. The host was a real character, friendly and informative. Room was cosy and clean with a great view of the church spire and bells which was cool to open the window in the morning and wake up to. Breakfast was superb.
6/10
Pleasant
06 Oct 2014
Minolo

Great location, no elevator

Overall great location but rooms located on the 2nd/3rd floor without an elevator so can it can be challenging to get up the stairs if you have many luggage or late at night. Security is good: the gate is protected by a security passcode, the same with accessing rooms on your floor. Each room has it's own key. Driving and parking in Como's narrow streets can be a challenge, the hotel's parkase was narrow.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2014
Verified traveler

AWESOME STAY

Great room, customer service and location. Amazing complimentary Italian breakfast. Close to the lake and lots of shops and particularly, restaurants, none of which disappointed. Would definitely stay here again. Free WiFi.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2014
Welsh wolf

fantastic service

service was excellent and very friendly, nothing was too much trouble, breakfast was superb quality with great selection to choose from, we had a high vehicle with a large roof box but they personally made sure it could fit in one of their secure garages. Nicest area next to the lake lots of very good restaurants. Previously stayed in much more expensive Como hotels but would always book this hotel in future.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2014
K

Great hotel, but a little hard to find

Great location, but a little hard to find. The staff was friendly and very helpful. WIll stay here again!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2014
Lori

Perfect little hotel in prime location

Friendly staff, great breakfast, clean rooms
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2014
Verified traveler

Great little hotel, great value

Steps from the lake and within walking distance of the old city center, this is a wonderful boutique hotel. The staff was excellent, friendly and welcoming. The recent renovation that combines traditional materials with modern styling. There is a casual restaurant downstairs.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2014
Verified traveler

Awesome location

This was a great location to visit the city. The rooms are small and you have to share a bathroom but the location and the breakfast were seriously the best ever. I would highly recommend this hotel if you are the type of people that will not be chilling in the hotel itself. Can't get a better location and I haven't had a better breakfast anywhere in Italy.

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