The Most Instagrammable Hotels on Lake Como

For travellers seeking an unforgettable experience, the best hotels in Lake Como are a must-visit. Lake Como nests some of the most beautiful hotels in the world with their stunning architecture and idyllic settings. No wonder millions of Instagram posts are devoted to Lake Como, with many taken at the best hotels on Lake Como. The hashtags #lakecomo (1.8 million posts), #lagodicomo (1.4 million posts) and #comolake (1.2 million posts) have almost 4.4 million posts in total at the time of writing.

Here are five of the most Instagrammable hotels on Lake Como.

Villa d’Este, Cernobbio

Villa d’Este was originally designed and built in the 16^th Century by the architect Pellegrino Tibaldi for the Cardinal of Como, Tolomeo Gallio. After changing hands many times throughout its 450-year history, it was eventually purchased and turned into a hotel in 1873.

Offering 25-acres of magnificent gardens and authentic Renaissance architecture, Villa d’Este hosts the annual, exclusive retro automobile event Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. The hotel has long been loved by many celebrities, with Hollywood couple Emily Blunt and John Krasinski tying the knot there in 2010.

Villa Passalacqua, Moltrasio

Villa Passalacqua, the new glittering opening in Lake Como, is widely regarded as one of Lake Como’s most stunning private residences. It has been transformed into a 24-suite retreat after undergoing a three-year restoration.

The villa, which dates back to the 18th century and is situated above the village of Moltrasio, boasts seven hectares of manicured gardens extending to the lake.

The opulent villa’s interiors, the poolside zone featuring green-and-white striped umbrellas with fringes, the exquisitely renovated solarium created by LaDoubleJ, a Milan-based designer, and a vintage Fiat 500 stationed on the terrace are the obligatory photo opportunities for Instagrammers.

Hotel Villa Làrio, Pognana Lario

Villa Làrio, two-hectare property with centuries-old cedars, has four villas showcasing the best of Italian architecture. The recently reopened THE PALACE glitters with its historical glory after a complete renovation directed by the well-known Italian designer Piero Castagna.

The views of the lake, mountains, historical garden, the suites’ decor and the infinity pool create a relaxing atmosphere and are ideal for taking pictures.

Villa Làrio provides an exclusive picnic basket and a private dock with dreamy wood details – precisely what Instagrammers seek.

Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Tremezzo

The Grand Hotel Tremezzo celebrated their 110th birthday last year, having first opened their doors on July 10th 1910. They also won the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller’s Reader’s Choice Award for #1 Hotel in Italy in 2020.

It is not possible to walk into the hotel from street level. Instead, guests must take the elevator to reach the hotel reception. The decor is opulent and vibrant (especially the sitting room, which features gem-coloured sofas), whilst still maintaining its Belle Époque charm.

The hotel has its own beach and three pools, one of which is floating on the lake. The hotel is also home to a clay tennis court and a spa, and there is also a walking trail, the ‘Panoramic Trail’, located behind the hotel. The views from the top of the trail, where the hotel’s mascot Bobo the Bear sits, are spectacular and overlook Bellagio and the Grigne mountains.

Grand Hotel Victoria, Menaggio

The Grand Hotel Victoria Menaggio was renovated in 2019 and is one of Lake Como’s newest five-star hotels. The hotel contains 81 rooms: 34 of which are located in the older, historical wing which dates back to the 19th Century, whereas the remaining 47 rooms are located in the recently constructed “Il Palazzo” wing.

Although the hotel was originally built in the 19th Century as a neoclassical villa, the rooms and the furniture in the hotel’s communal spaces are modern and contemporary whilst still respecting the building’s heritage.

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