r/LakeComo • u/tuliploveslulu • 7d ago

Varenna or Como?

I am torn on where to stay. I would like to be near the train so I can do day trips to Milan and other areas. I know both areas are well connected by train. I have more hotel options in Como but it’s also far away from the middle of the lake, which is where I’d like to be for the lake views. I am staying 3 nights already in Bellagio. Should I keep my existing hotel in Como or switch to a B&B in Varenna? Any recommended places to stay in Varenna? I’d like to keep it around 300 Euros/night.

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u/ComoBoatLife 7d ago

If your priority is central lake views and that more classic Lake Como feeling, I’d lean toward Varenna. If your priority is easier day trips to Milan and a wider choice of hotels, then keeping Como can still make more sense. Since you already have 3 nights in Bellagio, I’d probably only switch to Varenna if you really want the extra central-lake atmosphere rather than convenience.

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u/tuliploveslulu 7d ago

Is S Como near the train station and okay area? Some have said it’s a bit sketchy. I see that it’s a short walk to the ferry as well so I do like the location.

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u/obyboby Lake Como Local 7d ago

Which of the two city stations?