ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE | Top 5 Most Popular Things to do in Lake Como, Italy
Travel Italy to charming Lake Como – a place for families, couples, and celebrities alike. Tour intimate villages and stay in luxury hotels on Lake Como vacations. Indulge in luxury Lake Como hotels in Bellagio, Cernobbio and Como; and discover lively cafes framed by cobble stone walkways.
Most Popular Things to Do in Lake Como:
- Explore extravagant villas and view their furnishings and immaculate grounds
- View the renowned Porta Vittoria, the late 12th century city gate
- Learn the history of Italian silk at Museo Didattico della Seta
- See the 11th century basilica of Sant’Abbondio
- Ride on the funicular to the hilltop city of Burnate for an aerial view of the areaThis Romantic Renaissance experience is best explored with a leisurely stroll, glimpse Lago di Como’s soothing waters, Gothic facades, and medieval architecture on your Lake Como Vacation.
Hauteoc Traveler’s “Best of the Best” Feature:
CastaDiva Resort & SPA is situated on beautiful Lake Como, this luxury hotel is 4.5 km (2.8mi) from the Cathedral of Como and 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from the Volta Temple.
What to Expect: Overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Como, this Italy hotel is near many attractions including the Piazza Cavour, Cathedral of Como and Volta Temple. This Renaissance-style hotel attracts a mix of families, couples, and business travelers. Amenity Highlights:
The full-service SPA features two treatment rooms, and 4 VIP SPA Suites inspired to the 4 elements of Fire, Water, Air and Earth. In addition, guests have access to a wellness area featuring indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, emotional showers, ice cascade, Finnish sauna, Mediterranean Bath, Hammam, Vertical Kneipp and Salt room. Services include massages, body wraps, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures. Aromatherapy and Ayuverdic treatments are also available. A complimentary breakfast is served in the restaurant daily.
Insider Tip: A boat ride at sunset is the perfect way to enjoy the lake. This resort has a private dock where guests can hire a Lucia, a traditional boat famously used by Renzo and Lucia in Alessandro Manzoni’s novel, The Betrothed.
CastaDiva Resort & SPA offers 73 rooms and 2 private villas with air-conditioning, minibars and welcome amenities. Rooms feature lake or garden views. Each accommodation is individually decorated. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with handheld showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and makeup/shaving mirrors. Additional amenities at this Italy hotel include complimentary high-speed internet access, complimentary use of minibars (soft drinks and dry snacks), complimentary access to the wellness area of the SPA, and designer toiletries.
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Suite with Lake View-All Suites have a breathtaking view over the lake and are composed by a living room separated by the bedroom. Some Suites feature two levels having the living room on the first floor and the bedroom on the second. An elegant and sleek style is the main feature of all Suites which distinguish for their unique and comfortable environment which makes Guests feeling at home away from home. Original Italian marble bathrooms are the ultimate details for this top class room category. The Suite can connect with the double garden view to have a 2-bedroom suite. 860.80 to 1614 sq. ft.
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Deluxe Room with Lake View-All Deluxe Rooms have a magnificent view over the lake which may be also enjoyed from the lovely balconies or terraces which feature this room category. Some rooms are characterized by contemporary furniture with gold elements combined with purple, brown and blue colors which create a bright atmosphere. 484.20 to 591.80 sq. ft.
- Junior Suite with Lake View-
All Junior Suites enjoy a full lake view and balcony or terrace. This room type is characterized by its contemporary furniture featuring gold and silver colors. Junior Suites can be connected to Penthouse Suite, thus becoming a huge two-bedroom suite. 699.40 to 807 sq. ft.
- Garden View Room-
The double rooms with garden view are featured by a fresh atmosphere reflecting the ancient villa style. A contemporary touch renders this room category very cozy and elegant. Bathrooms of valuable materials may have a big tub or a shower. It can be connected with a Suite or a Penthouse Suite, thus becoming a two-bedroom Suite. 376.60 to 430.00 sq. ft.
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1 Bedroom Penthouse Suite with Lake View-Penthouse Suites have a balcony or terrace with a breathtaking view of the lake. They are featured by the kitchenette included in the living rooms which is separated by the bedroom, Coffee and Tea facilities. Modern furniture combined with some elements typical of a villa is the main features of this room category. Most rooms have a big shower separated by the bathtub. Penthouse Suites can connect with double garden view, double deluxe and junior suite to have 2-bedroom Penthouse Suite. 1248 to 2399 sq. ft.
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2 Bedroom Penthouse Suite with Lake View-Penthouse Suites have a balcony or terrace with a breathtaking view of the lake. They are featured by the kitchenette included in the living rooms which is separated by the bedroom, Coffee and Tea facilities. Modern furniture combined with some elements typical of a villa is the main features of this room category. Most rooms have a big shower separated by the bathtub. Penthouse Suites can connect with double garden view, double deluxe and junior suite to have 2-bedroom Penthouse Suite. 1248 to 2399 sq. ft.
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Suite CastaDiva with Lake View-The Castadiva Suite is featured by its uniqueness: some may have a large terrace some others are located in a wonderful ancient lodge with frescoes, both with breathtaking view of the lake. Original Italian marble bathrooms are the ultimate details for this top class room category. 1226 to 2625 sq. ft.
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Suite Fiordiligi with Lake View-Suite Fiordiligi features a huge terrace of 570 sq. mt. (6133 sq.ft.) with sundeck and private swimming pool: a place of relax and privacy for all the Guests. Suite Fiordiligi is composed by a living room with a large windows and terrace with breathtaking lake view, kitchenette, two bathrooms and a spacious and elegant bedroom. Green and orange mixed with silver details are the colors decorating this unique room. Contemporary style. 1710.84 sq. ft.
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Villa Amina-A touch of sensuality, a jewel with 16000-year-old wood. One bedroom villa of 140 sq. mt. distributed over two floors: within its spacious and elegant interior of 16000-year-old wood from New Zealand found on a riverbed and subjected to carbon treatment, every corner reveals a unique charm; every detail is extraordinary. A spacious living room with a kitchen corner on the first floor and a magnificent bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a large bath tub and separate large shower on the second floor, the views from the Villa’s spectacular windows are simply breathtaking, it is one of the most panoramic. The perfect place for a romantic escape. 1506 sq. ft.
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Villa Norma-The accommodations in this villa are distributed over three floors. The ground floor features large windows overlooking the Lake; the living room, a library, the dining room, the kitchen and 1 bathroom. First Floor: 2 bedrooms with private bathrooms, both with terrace overlooking the Lake. Second Floor: 1 bedroom with private bathroom, small balcony over the Lake. Luxurious decor is the keynote of the Villa Norma, which has been designed with the most particular guests in mind and refined to precision. To further enhance a truly memorable experience, you will find a private dock and a game room with play corner, a billiard room, and private bathroom; a private garden and terrace with outdoor Jacuzzi offering breathtaking lake view. 4304 sq. ft.
