Bellagio

Lake Como, Italy

Bellagio is know as the Pearl of Lake Como and is, perhaps, one of the most romatic locations on the Lake.

About Bellagio

View across to Bellagio, Lake Como

The town itself is located on a promontory between two legs of Lake Como and has a number of little boutique shops selling a variety of goods, along with restaurants and cafes.

Bellagio’s real beauty comes from its waterfront location and the two villas nearby – Villa Serbollini and Villa Melzi (see below).

Villa Melzi has wonderful waterfront gardens that you can visit and Villa Serbollini, built in the 15th century, once hosted famous guests such as Leonardo da Vinci, Emperor Maximilian I, Emperor Francis I and Queen Victoria.

These days it is a five star hotel where you can enjoy dinner in a Michelin starred restaurant and stay like a prince or princess (details below).

Bellagio has a lot of steps (cobbled), so be prepared and bring some practical footwear.

Villa Melzi, Lake Como

Bellagio Villas

Villa Melzi and Viila Serbolini in Bellagio, Lake Como

The two villas in Bellagio are Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni. Each has their own seperate page.

VILLA MELZI D’ERIL VILLA SERBELLONI

Information

Ferry at Bellagio, Lake Como

FERRY INFORMATION

Boat services to Mennagio take 8 minutes, Varenna 15 minutes, Tremezzo 6-12 minutes and Lenno 12-25 minutes. The time depends upon the type of vessel (fast or slow) and whether it makes an intermediary stop (all times approximate).

To go to Como from Bellagio is 53 minutes to one hour 40 minutes.

Tickets can be bought directly from the ferry service website, except for fast boat tickets which must be bought at the ground station.

*All times approximate

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Hotels

A selection of the most well-reviewed hotels in Bellagio include the following

GRAND HOTEL VILLA SERBELLONI

*****

Hotel Belvedere

Villa Serbelloni stands at the end of the Bellagio promontory, with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It features 2 gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spa with beauty center.

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni was transformed into a luxury 5-star hotel in 1873. The property features impressive staircases and frescoed ceilings. The grand hall, the Salone Reale, features splendid chandeliers in Murano glass.

The Mistral Restaurant was awarded with a Michelin star in 2005, and offers the chance to eat on a refined terrace with breathtaking views. La Goletta serves regional specialties in an informal setting. A full International breakfast buffet is served daily.

The spa is available for wellness and beauty treatments. Sports facilities include tennis and squash courts, and a gym with cardio-fitness machineries.

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HOTEL BELVEDERE

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Hotel Belvedere

Owned by 4 generations of women since 1880, Hotel Belvedere offers panoramic views of Lake Como.

The private garden has a swimming pool with a hot tub. The Belvedere also has a new spa with Turkish bath, sauna, therapeutic showers, and relaxation area. Face and body treatments are available in the wellness area.

Rooms, suites, and apartments are elegant and stylish, and each offers air conditioning and a satellite TV. Most have a balcony or terrace with views of the garden or the lake.

The panoramic restaurant has a beautiful terrace with a superb view of the lake and mountains.

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Charming Bellagio Boutique Hotel

****

A 5-minute walk from Lake Como shores, Charming Bellagio features air-conditioned rooms in Bellagio. The property offers its guests a wide garden with swimming pool and free WiFi access in all areas.

Boasting garden or lake views, each room provides a flat-screen TV and a balcony or patio. The private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries.

Breakfast is offered every morning.

Charming Bellagio Boutique Hotel is a 12-minute walk from the centre of Bellagio and the ferry terminal with links across Lake Como.

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Hotel Il Perlo Panorama

Located on the top of the hill facing the lake 3 km from town centre. Il Perlo panorama in Bellagio is the ideal address for those who are looking for a comfortable and quiet place to spend their holiday, with a garden, a balcony, with an unforgettable lake-view.

If you are going to choose traditional Bed & Breakfast accommodation, you’ll have at your disposal a room with bath or shower, terrace, telephone and you’ll enjoy a rich buffet-breakfast on the veranda.

You can ask reception for information regarding tours, tools for bike servicing, and a restaurant open for dinner.

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Bellagio History & Other Information

HISTORY
Bellagio is believed to have been inhabited from about 30,000 years ago, but the first real signs of habitation were in the 7th to 5th centuries BC.

Bellagio was a Roman garrison and a place Roman armies over-wintered and passed through.

SPORTS IN BELLAGIO

These days, as well as a tourist destination, Bellagio is a place of sports:

Rowing and water sports are popular with world rowing champions being born in Bellagio and having trained here.

The Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo, the patron saint of cyclists, is here (well, a 20+ minute steep cycling climb away). There are a number of other cycling routes available. View the Komoot page here for details and maps.

Hikes of different categories also take place around and above Bellagio in the Larian Triangle. More details can be found on this Komoot hiking page