Cadenabbia

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Stay in this quiet village on the western shores of Lake Como for its striking villas, cafés, walking opportunities and spectacular natural beauty.

Set around a sheltered bay on Italy’s Lake Como is the laid-back village of Cadenabbia. Enjoy scenic walks along a picturesque waterfront and explore deep into forest-clad hills. Visit elegant and historic villas and relax in cafés and ice cream parlors. 

Cadenabbia first came to wider attention during the 19th century when it was a popular holiday spot for writers, European royalty and nobility. Today, it attracts visitors from all over the world who come for its charms and to use it as a base for discovering the rest of the Lake Como area.

Cadenabbia is a great place to discover on foot. Get a feel for the village by walking through its streets, then stroll down to the tree-lined waterfront promenade for exceptional views across the lake to Bellagio. Visit the 19th-century Church of Ascension, which was one of the first British churches built in Italy. On a warm day, take a refreshing swim at the open-air swimming pool of Lido di Cadenabbia.

Walk north along the waterfront toward the hamlet of Griante. Check out Villa Margherita, an 18th-century villa where Giuseppe Verdi composed La Traviata. Follow centuries-old alleyways to Piazza San Rocco. From here a path leads through fields and woods to San Martino. This hilltop church offers unbeatable views over Lake Como and its scenic location is a good place for a picnic. There is another excellent walk from Griante, and that is to Rogaro, an ancient settlement framed by mountain scenery. 

During your time in Cadenabbia, sightsee more of the local area. Walk south along the waterfront to Tremezzo, a village famous for its villas built between the 17th and 19th century. Delight in the tropical plants and trees of the botanical garden at Villa Carlotta. Then go inside the 18th-century mansion to view its art collection. 

Cadenabbia is just a 45-minute drive from Como, Lake Como’s main city, and is well served by buses. Ferries connect the village with popular lake destinations such as Bellagio and Varenna. Cadenabbia’s scenery, hotels, guesthouses, cafés and pizzerias make it a great place for both daytrips and longer stopovers. 

Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
4 out of 5
Piazza Cavour 1, Como, CO
The price is RM984 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
RM984
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (969 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Hotel Riviera
Hotel Riviera
3 out of 5
Via Statale Regina, 43, Cadenabbia, Griante, CO
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Griante. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bellagio Port and Menaggio Beach are located nearby. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (260 reviews)
Perfect for Solo travelers
"The Hotel isn't the most luxurious high end hotel, but the amenities are just fine for a person who is traveling alone, if you are visiting Lake Como there is a 98% chance that you wont be on the hotel until night to sleep. The included breakfast is great and less than 20 meters from the hotel you ..."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2023

Hotel Riviera
Palace Hotel
Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16, Como, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,227 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM1,227
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Como. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Our view of Lake Como from the room was spectacular. Breakfast was outstanding. The city and dining was within easy walking distance, but watch out for the buses; the drivers are less cautious about pedestrians. Otherwise the city is very safe, clean and energetic."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Palace Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residence Diaz
Residence Diaz
Via Diaz, 86, Como, CO
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. Popular attractions Civic Art Gallery and Piazza Vittoria ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (194 reviews)
"The apartment was perfect for my daughter and I. It’s centrally located and walkable to everything in Como. Only a 12 minute walk to the central station. A good grocery store just down the street. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend. The staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2023

Residence Diaz
Residence Lenno
Residence Lenno
Via Statale 123/A, Lenno, Tremezzina, CO
Stay at this residence in Tremezzina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Lido ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
"The room itself was great and well equipped, it is upgrades and we received a free upgrade with a lake view including a balcony. Our air conditioning did not work the greatest and it was warm getting ready and the Wi-Fi did not work great. The staff was excellent though and accommodated us with our ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2023

Residence Lenno
La Piccola Bellagio
La Piccola Bellagio
Via al Crotto 35, Bellagio, Provincia di Como
Stay at this residence in Bellagio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bellagio Port and Villa del Balbianello are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"Great views of Lake Como. Great breakfast included. A short walk to Bellagio."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2023

La Piccola Bellagio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Sep 2019

A beautiful stunning place.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
23 Jul 2019

try and stay in bellagio more happening and ferry connections are better. there is a lot to do villas to see we had limited time. oh get a car the taxi from mxp was 190euros each way

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
22 Jul 2019

Very safe and scenic location.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
21 Jul 2019

Hiring a boat is a must and to work out the ferry and train times early on is worth noting

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
23 Jun 2019

Cadenabbia is a great base from which to visit the Villas.