Echoing other reviewers -- YES, the views of the lake are really nice from this hotel. We stayed in the corner room on the 3rd floor which had a balcony facing Varenna and another set of windows which faced the lake --- gorgeous setting. Hotel is also conveniently located next to the ferry if you plan to see the other... More

We spent 4 days at this great hotel in late April. Our stay could not have been nicer. We had a great room with lake view and a balcony. It was very clean and the owner, Laura, was very helpful. It is right on the watefront, has a restaurant, and is close to other restaurants. The promenade along the lake... More

I just stayed with a group of 16 at Hotel Olivedo and the equally special Villa Toretta. This was my third visit with a group in tow, and once again, everyone in the group thanked me for booking these hotels. The reason is that they are elegant without being too pricey, and make you feel like you are in the... More

Two enchanting days spent here in the summer of 2011. Beautiful. Relaxing. Great service. Comfortable and charming facility. Great hospitality. Beautiful view on Lake Como! Utterly an anazing find and stay. Thank you!

I've gone out of my way to write a review for this lovely hotel, as they took such great care of me! First, the hotel is perfectly located, right on the water, close to the train station and boat dock. There is a lovely walkway on the water leading to the old village. The lady of the house welcomed me... More

Hotel Olivedo is a wonderful place to stay. This was our second stay with Laura and it won't be our last. The hotel is charming, well kept, and in a great location for exploring Lake Como. It's like being a guest in someone's home, not staying in a hotel. Laura is a gracious host and one of the primary reasons... More

This is an older hotel, rooms feel almost on the Victorian side, but the bathrooms are modern and spacious. The location is perfect, right across from the lake, wonderful views, the ferry is right there. They make you feel at home, the restaurant is wonderful and we had most of our meals there and were not disappointed. Staff was fantastic.... More

Hotel Olivedo's position is unbeatable. A five-minute walk from the station brings you to the hotel with the Varenna ferry stop immediately in front, making exploring other towns easy. The views across the lake to the sky-high snow capped mountains are stunning! A short walk along a path beneath the hillside leads you to the town of Varenna itself. With... More

This hotel is recommended. But, and this is most important, you must ask for a room with a view. We are on the top floor of 4 and our window, is tiny, oval, and at floor level. The view is indeed splendid, but you have to lie on the floor to see it. I believe the views from the first... More