What are the most affordable attractions for backpackers to visit in Lake Como, Italy?

For budget travellers, exploring Lake Como on foot is fantastic. Many charming villages like Varenna and Bellagio are easily walkable, offering stunning views without entrance fees. Taking the ferry between towns is also relatively inexpensive and a great way to see the lake. Hiking trails around the lake are free and offer breathtaking panoramas. Picnics using local produce from the markets are a cheap and cheerful alternative to restaurants.

What are the best hostels in Lake Como?

Among the hostels in Lake Como, Lake Como Beach Hostel , Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace are the most popular ones.

What are some unmissable, lesser-known spots in Lake Como, Italy?

While Bellagio and Varenna are popular, consider exploring the quieter villages like Tremezzo, home to the beautiful Villa Carlotta with its stunning botanical gardens (though this does have an entrance fee). The Greenway del Lago di Como, a scenic walking and cycling path, offers hidden gems and quieter viewpoints away from the tourist crowds. The charming village of Nesso, with its picturesque bridge and waterfall, is another hidden gem.

What are the best hostels with a pool in Lake Como?

The best hostel with a pool in Lake Como is Lake Como Hostel .

What are the best nightlife spots in Lake Como, Italy?

Lake Como's nightlife is more relaxed than in major cities. Many bars and restaurants in towns like Como and Bellagio offer evening drinks and a lively atmosphere. Look for bars along the lakefront for beautiful views. Specific bar names change frequently, so it's best to explore upon arrival and see what suits your preference.

What are the best hostels for families and kids in Lake Como?

The best hostels for families and kids in Lake Como are Lake Como Beach Hostel , Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace .

What’s the ideal length of stay to get a full experience of Lake Como, Italy?

Three to four days allows for a good balance of exploring the main towns, enjoying boat trips, and experiencing the lake's beauty. A longer stay, perhaps a week, allows for more hiking, exploring smaller villages, and a more relaxed pace.

What are the best pet friendly hostels in Lake Como?

The best pet friendly hostels in Lake Como are Lake Como Beach Hostel , Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace .

Does Lake Como, Italy offer any iconic natural events?

Lake Como's beauty is consistent throughout the year, but the changing seasons offer different experiences. The spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures and stunning colours, while summer provides ideal conditions for swimming and watersports. Winter offers a quieter, more reflective atmosphere.

What are the best hostels with parking in Lake Como?

Lake Como Beach Hostel , Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace are the best hostels with parking in Lake Como.

Are there special cultural workshops or experiences to explore in Lake Como, Italy?

There are opportunities for cooking classes focusing on regional Italian cuisine and wine tasting experiences. Some local artisans offer workshops in crafts such as silk production, which is historically significant to the area. Check local tourist information for current offerings.

How can you dive deeper into the culture and connect with locals in Lake Como, Italy?

Staying in smaller, family-run hotels or guesthouses provides more opportunities for interaction. Visiting local markets allows you to engage with vendors. Taking part in cooking classes or other workshops can lead to conversations with locals. Learning a few basic Italian phrases will always be appreciated.

Which restaurants and bars in Lake Como, Italy offer the best local cuisine?

Many restaurants in the smaller villages offer authentic regional dishes. It's best to explore and discover your own favourites. Look for trattorias and osterias, which often serve traditional dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Checking online reviews can be helpful in finding well-regarded establishments.

Lake Como Hostels at the Best Price

8.0 1 review

Pace E Relax Baita Alexandra Camere Con Vista Lago Immerso Nel Verde

hostel, Brunate

Pace E Relax Baita Alexandra Camere Con Vista Lago Immerso Nel Verde, a family-friendly guesthouse in Brunate, is situated 0.3km from the Volta Lighthouse and within 5km of Casa del Fascio and Teatro Sociale, offering easy access to the Como-Brunate funicular.
This smoke-free lodging boasts four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and sleeps up to 20 guests, providing free internet, parking, and proximity to Brunate's key attractions.

9.2 4782 reviews

Ostello Bello Lake Como

hostel, Como

Ostello Bello Lake Como is conveniently located in Como, just a short walk from the Ferry Terminal and the Cable Car Como-Brunate, offering easy access to explore the stunning Lake Como and surrounding towns. The hostel has excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
This hostel offers a range of amenities, including private bathrooms, a kitchen, a terrace, a garden, and a restaurant. Guests can also enjoy the on-site bar, fitness centre, and the option of room service.

9.4 29 reviews

Ostello Scudellate Monte Generoso

hostel, Breggia

Ostello Scudellate By Stay Generous is located in the Scudellate district, about 11 miles from both Mendrisio and Chiasso stations, making it a convenient base for exploring the region. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall user experience.
The hostel offers a range of shared spaces, including a lounge, terrace, restaurant, and bar, providing opportunities for socialising and meeting fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a kitchen, a playground, and parking, as well as stunning mountain views from their private balconies.

No reviews

Ibis Budget Lugano Paradiso

hostel, Paradiso

The Ibis Budget Lugano Paradiso offers a central location in Paradiso, providing city views and proximity to Santa Maria degli Angeli, Piazza della Riforma, and San Lorenzo Cathedral.
This budget hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi, on-site parking, a bar, and a restaurant, with pets also welcomed.

9.4 801 reviews

Agriturismo La Derta

hostel, Bellagio

Agriturismo La Derta is a short walk from the beautiful Villa Melzi Gardens in Bellagio, offering a peaceful escape from the town centre. It's highly rated for its cleanliness, location and overall experience.
The farm has a terrace and garden where you can relax and enjoy the mountain views. You'll also find free Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast with Italian, vegetarian, and vegan options.

9.4 36 reviews

Antico Monastero Del Lavello

hostel, Calolziocorte

Ostello Dell'antico Monastero in Calolziocorte offers accommodation within a former monastery, providing a unique historical ambiance.
This 27 square meter lodging features one bedroom and one bathroom, with amenities including air conditioning, WiFi, a terrace, on-site restaurant and bar, and family-friendly facilities, with pets also welcome.

8.4 1259 reviews

Santangela Hostel & Rooms

hostel, Menaggio

Santangela Hostel & Rooms in Menaggio is a 35-kilometre drive from Cernobbio and 35 kilometres from Como.
This accommodation offers free WiFi, a microwave and dishwasher in the shared kitchen, a garden with mountain views, a BBQ area, and on-site parking.

9.0 2 reviews

Camera Con 4 Posti Letto - Lake Como Beach Hostel

hostel, Domaso

This Domaso accommodation, the Camera Con 4 Posti Letto - Lake Como Beach Hostel, offers a prime beachfront location directly on the shores of Lake Como, providing immediate access to the water and its activities.
This hostel features a garden, parking, and internet access, and accommodates up to four guests in one bedroom with private bathrooms, ideal for water sports enthusiasts and those seeking a relaxed stay with stunning lake views.

9.3 70 reviews

Residenza Molinatto

hostel, Oggiono

Residenza Molinatto is a hostel located in Oggiono, a short distance from Lake Como and the town of Lecco, offering a peaceful setting for travellers. It consistently receives excellent reviews for its location, cleanliness and overall experience.
The hostel features a shared kitchen, a garden and a terrace for guests to enjoy. Amenities include free parking, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, air conditioning, a swimming pool and a fitness centre.

No reviews

Hostel New Generation Hostel Lake Como

hostel, Como

Hostel New Generation Hostel Lake Como is located in Como, just a short walk from the city centre and close to landmarks like Villa Olmo and Volta Temple. The area is steeped in history and offers a glimpse into authentic Italian life.
The hostel is a small, intimate accommodation with a capacity of just two guests. It features a garden, concierge service, free Wi-Fi, and a multilingual staff.

8.5 2159 reviews

Lecco Hostel & Rooms

hostel, Lecco

Lecco Hostel & Rooms is conveniently located in Lecco, just a short drive from popular attractions like Villa Melzi Gardens and Bellagio Ferry Terminal. The hostel has received consistently high ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a range of amenities including a garden, restaurant, and bar, and provides guests with a shared lounge for socialising. The hostel also offers ski storage, free Wi-Fi, and a concierge service to help guests plan their activities and make the most of their time in Lecco.

8.7 1393 reviews

Lugano Savosa Youth Hostel

hostel, Savosa

The Lugano Savosa Youth Hostel is located in Savosa, a district just under two miles from Lugano city centre and a mile from Lugano Train Station. This hostel has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel is spread across three buildings offering a range of rooms, from private rooms with en-suite bathrooms to shared rooms with shared facilities. Guests can enjoy a spacious garden with a swimming pool, a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a TV room, free parking, and free access to public transport in Ticino.

Best Lake Como hostels with breakfast

Among the 23 hostels in Lake Como, here are the 2 best hostels with breakfast

8.5 91 reviews

Lecco Hostel

hostel, Lecco

The Lecco Hostel offers a convenient base for exploring Lake Como, situated less than an hour's travel from Milan, Como, Bergamo, and Brescia.
This accommodation provides 115 beds across 27 rooms, each with a private bathroom, and features a shared kitchen with a microwave and dishwasher, a garden, a restaurant, and a bar, with pets welcome in private rooms.

No reviews

Ostello Riifugio Trifiglio

hostel, Valtorta

Ostello Riifugio Trifiglio in Valtorta is located a 5-minute walk from the Valtorta Chairlift, Piani di Bobbio Ski Resort, and the Capanno Chairlift, with Valsassina and the Chiesetta Ski Lift within 5 kilometres.
This budget accommodation offers free Wi-Fi in common areas, complimentary buffet breakfast, an on-site restaurant, bar, and café, and free unassigned parking, and welcomes pets.

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8.7 3841 reviews

Lake Como Hostel

hostel, Menaggio

Lake Como Hostel, near Menaggio, boasts a superb lakeside location, just 50 metres from Lake Como's shores and 34 kilometres from Como city.
This Menaggio lodging offers a range of amenities including a swimming pool, tennis court, restaurant, and organised activities such as sailing and kayaking, alongside comfortable rooms and dormitories, some with private bathrooms.

8.0 13 reviews

Ostello Sport Center

hostel, Monteceneri

Ostello Sportcenter is a hostel located in Monteceneri, 8.5 kilometres from Lugano Station and 10.5 kilometres from Lugano Exhibition Centre.
This 25 square metre accommodation offers air conditioning, WiFi, a bar, garden, and parking for up to 7 guests, with a terrace and balcony available in some rooms.

8.8 1495 reviews

Lake Como Beach Hostel

hostel, Domaso

Lake Como Beach Hostel is situated in Domaso, close to the bus stop connecting to Menaggio and a short drive from the Pian di Spagna Natural Reserve. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for its location.
The hostel offers a range of rooms, some with terraces and lake or mountain views, and features shared bathroom facilities. Guests can enjoy a private beach, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace, as well as free Wi-Fi and parking.

8.6 4057 reviews

Hotel&hostel Montarina

hostel, Lugano

Hotel&Hostel Montarina is a charming option located just a short walk from Lugano train station and the city centre. It has consistently received very good ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel is housed in a beautifully preserved villa dating back to 1860, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a variety of accommodation options, including private rooms, shared rooms, and dormitories, along with amenities like a swimming pool, garden, restaurant, and free parking.

Frequently asked questions about hostels in Lake Como

What are the most affordable attractions for backpackers to visit in Lake Como, Italy?
For budget travellers, exploring Lake Como on foot is fantastic. Many charming villages like Varenna and Bellagio are easily walkable, offering stunning views without entrance fees. Taking the ferry between towns is also relatively inexpensive and a great way to see the lake. Hiking trails around the lake are free and offer breathtaking panoramas. Picnics using local produce from the markets are a cheap and cheerful alternative to restaurants.
What are the best hostels in Lake Como?
Among the hostels in Lake Como, Lake Como Beach Hostel, Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace are the most popular ones.
What are some unmissable, lesser-known spots in Lake Como, Italy?
While Bellagio and Varenna are popular, consider exploring the quieter villages like Tremezzo, home to the beautiful Villa Carlotta with its stunning botanical gardens (though this does have an entrance fee). The Greenway del Lago di Como, a scenic walking and cycling path, offers hidden gems and quieter viewpoints away from the tourist crowds. The charming village of Nesso, with its picturesque bridge and waterfall, is another hidden gem.
What are the best hostels with a pool in Lake Como?
The best hostel with a pool in Lake Como is Lake Como Hostel.
What are the best nightlife spots in Lake Como, Italy?
Lake Como's nightlife is more relaxed than in major cities. Many bars and restaurants in towns like Como and Bellagio offer evening drinks and a lively atmosphere. Look for bars along the lakefront for beautiful views. Specific bar names change frequently, so it's best to explore upon arrival and see what suits your preference.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in Lake Como?
The best hostels for families and kids in Lake Como are Lake Como Beach Hostel, Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace.
What’s the ideal length of stay to get a full experience of Lake Como, Italy?
Three to four days allows for a good balance of exploring the main towns, enjoying boat trips, and experiencing the lake's beauty. A longer stay, perhaps a week, allows for more hiking, exploring smaller villages, and a more relaxed pace.
What are the best pet friendly hostels in Lake Como?
The best pet friendly hostels in Lake Como are Lake Como Beach Hostel, Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace.
Does Lake Como, Italy offer any iconic natural events?
Lake Como's beauty is consistent throughout the year, but the changing seasons offer different experiences. The spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures and stunning colours, while summer provides ideal conditions for swimming and watersports. Winter offers a quieter, more reflective atmosphere.
What are the best hostels with parking in Lake Como?
Lake Como Beach Hostel, Lake Como Hostel and Lake Como Peace Lodge - Casa Della Pace are the best hostels with parking in Lake Como.
Are there special cultural workshops or experiences to explore in Lake Como, Italy?
There are opportunities for cooking classes focusing on regional Italian cuisine and wine tasting experiences. Some local artisans offer workshops in crafts such as silk production, which is historically significant to the area. Check local tourist information for current offerings.
How can you dive deeper into the culture and connect with locals in Lake Como, Italy?
Staying in smaller, family-run hotels or guesthouses provides more opportunities for interaction. Visiting local markets allows you to engage with vendors. Taking part in cooking classes or other workshops can lead to conversations with locals. Learning a few basic Italian phrases will always be appreciated.
Which restaurants and bars in Lake Como, Italy offer the best local cuisine?
Many restaurants in the smaller villages offer authentic regional dishes. It's best to explore and discover your own favourites. Look for trattorias and osterias, which often serve traditional dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Checking online reviews can be helpful in finding well-regarded establishments.

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8.2 16 reviews

Lodge Valchiavenna

hostel, Verceia

Lodge Valchiavenna, a hostel in Verceia, is located 37 kilometres from Villa Carlotta and 40 kilometres from Villa Balbianello, with Orio Al Serio International Airport 85 kilometres away.
This 35 square metre property offers air-conditioned rooms for up to 15 guests, featuring a garden, WiFi, and parking, with rooms equipped with an electric kettle and microwave.

No reviews

Ostello Sport Center

hostel, Monteceneri

Ostello Sport Center is located in Monteceneri, Switzerland, offering easy access to the Swiss Alps for outdoor activities.
This hostel provides internet, air conditioning, a terrace, a restaurant, a bar, and parking, making it a convenient base for solo travellers looking for adventure and community.

Best Lake Como hostels with laundry available

8.7 1393 reviews