This lakefront hotel is a 2-minute walk from the pier in Varenna. The historic 19th-century building features a terrace with panoramic views of Lake Como. Including free WiFi and air conditioning, guest rooms of Hotel Olivedo offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some have a balcony with views of the lake. The lake-view restaurant serves traditional dishes from the Lombardy region. In summer, breakfast is served on the panoramic terrace. There is a lift, and WiFi is free throughout. Menaggio Golf Club is 7 km away, across the lake. Ferries travelling around Lake Como leave from Varenna’s pier. The Olivedo Hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Varenna-Esino Train Station.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Varenna, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
7.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    Location, quaint building, near ferry pier, walking distance from station. Close to restaurants. Excellent breakfast. Family run hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff.
  • Pranay
    India India
    Amazing location! Very sweet owners and staff! Very good food and very apt breakfast spread
  • Graziela
    Mozambique Mozambique
    I liked the style of the hotel and also the recepcionist was very friendly, she was able to prepare a take away breakfast for us , since we would depart earlier in the next morning. The hotel is very well located. I loved to stay there
  • Patricia
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful hotel with interesting and historical decor and location extremely friendly and helpful staff clean rooms exceptional views from room , free upgrade of room
  • Kate
    Australia Australia
    We LOVED everything about this hotel. The location couldn’t have been better- the ferry on your doorstep, beautiful restaurants nearby and a short work to the station. The staff are warm, welcoming and helpful! Our room had the most beautiful...
  • Tracey
    Australia Australia
    Amazing view of Lake Como from my room. Ferry was at the doorstep. Wonderful staff and amenities were great. Highly recommend a stay here for exploring the area.
  • Keila
    United States United States
    We loved the hospitality in this hotel. They highly value your business and make you feel special. My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon and we would go back in a heart beat. It is close to everything and is family owned. We loved our...
  • Andrea
    Australia Australia
    Great choice and cooked breakfast with choice was fantastic
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were superb. The whole place is beautifully curated and thoughtfully designed. Very close to the ferry and cute setup for breakfast in the morning.
  • Hayden
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We were in the Annex room with a balcony which was extraordinary. It was nice and private but still had amazing views of the lake. Convienient location to the ferry and train station. It's the first hotel on the lake from the train station, so you...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Locanda Cavallino
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Hotel Olivedo
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs € 20 per day.

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Portuguese

House rules
Hotel Olivedo takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel Olivedo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: 097084-ALB-00005, IT097084A1YCFDRV5E

FAQs about Hotel Olivedo

  • Check-in at Hotel Olivedo is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Hotel Olivedo is 500 yards from the centre of Varenna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Hotel Olivedo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Hotel Olivedo include:

    • Double

  • Guests staying at Hotel Olivedo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Hotel Olivedo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental

  • Hotel Olivedo has 1 restaurant:

    • Locanda Cavallino