A budget-friendly hotel in central Como just a few minutes' walk from the lakeside and the Duomo. Rooms are simple but clean, and the location is unbeatable for exploring Como city and catching lake ferries.
Hotel Reali occupies a central position in Como city at Piazza Volta — a square named for Alessandro Volta, the pioneering physicist born in Como in 1745, whose work on the electric battery is commemorated by a Neoclassical temple on the nearby lakefront. From the hotel, the banks of Lake Como are a five-minute walk to the north, and the Como Duomo, one of Lombardy's most significant Gothic-Renaissance churches, is similarly close. The setting makes Hotel Reali one of the best-located budget options for visitors exploring the southern shore of the lake and the city itself before taking ferries to Bellagio, Varenna or Tremezzo.
The hotel offers simple, clean rooms consistent with the budget category: adequate sizing, Wi-Fi access and the functionality required for a comfortable overnight or multi-night stay. Breakfast is available on-site and adds to the property's convenience. The Como city-centre location means that the full range of local dining, shopping and transport infrastructure — including the central bus terminal and Como San Giovanni railway station, roughly ten minutes on foot — is accessible without need of a car or taxi.
Lake Como is broadly considered among Lombardy's most scenic destinations, and Como city serves as the principal southern gateway. Ferries, hydrofoils and slower lake buses depart from the lakefront approximately 350 metres from the hotel, providing access to all the lake's principal resort towns. The Volta Temple, the public gardens of Villa Olmo and the panoramic funicular to Brunate — with views across the lake and to Monte Rosa on clear days — are all reachable on foot from Piazza Volta.
The hotel suits budget-conscious travellers who want a genuine city-centre address at Lake Como without committing to the premium rates of lake-view resort properties. Service is simple and functional; the property is not positioned as a luxury or design hotel but delivers reliable accommodation at a price point that keeps it consistently popular with independent travellers exploring Lombardy.
Amenities
- wifi
- breakfast
Location
Piazza Volta, 16, 22100 Como
45.8091, 9.0844 View on map
Highlights
- Central Como location on Piazza Volta, 5 minutes' walk to the lakefront and ferry terminals
- Steps from the Como Duomo, Volta Temple and the promenade along the lake shore
- Budget-friendly rates with genuine city-centre access at Lake Como
- Close to the funicular to Brunate for panoramic views of the lake and Monte Rosa
- 10-minute walk to Como San Giovanni station for fast trains to Milan
Tips for visiting
- The funicular to Brunate (10-minute ride) offers some of the best views of Lake Como and is an easy walk from the hotel — the lower terminus is near the lakefront.
- A lake day pass (biglietto di libera navigazione) offers good value for visiting multiple lakeside villages by ferry in a single day.
- Como San Giovanni railway station has trains to Milan on the main line (journey around 40 minutes) and is about 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
- The Como Duomo's interior is free to enter and combines Gothic spire work with Renaissance side chapels — worth an hour before catching a morning ferry.
Accessibility
Hotel Reali is housed in a period building in central Como. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the property directly to confirm lift access and room configurations, as historic city-centre buildings in Italy may include steps at the entrance and uneven surfaces in common areas.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Hotel Reali to Lake Como?
The hotel is on Piazza Volta in central Como, approximately 5 minutes' walk from the lake promenade and the Como boat terminal, where ferries and hydrofoils depart for villages along the lake.
Can guests take ferries to Bellagio from near the hotel?
Yes. Gestione Navigazione Laghi boat services depart from the Como lakefront roughly 350 metres from the hotel. Ferries, hydrofoils and slow lake buses serve Bellagio, Varenna, Tremezzo and other destinations on the lake.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available at the hotel; whether it is included depends on the rate selected. Guests should confirm inclusion when booking.
Is Hotel Reali Como a good base for exploring the whole lake?
Como is the principal southern gateway with frequent ferry services north. Day trips to Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio are practical from here, though the northern villages are approximately 90 minutes by slow ferry or shorter by hydrofoil.