Hotel Aurora - Lezzeno

7.7

Stunning location and very friendly and helpful staff.

10

Lezzeno is a great place to stop on lake Como as long as you can brave the narrow roads in a car. The ferry ride to bellagio is a must, MUST do. The staff at Aurora are friendly, the breakfast buffet was great and the hotel restaurant has a view to die for and the antipasto is full of terrific local food.

10

My teenage daughter and I stayed 3 nights at this beautiful Hotel/Restaurant.The staff were excellent and forthcoming with helpful advice as to what to do and see around the area.The breakfast is also excellent.The hotel is on the main road so care needs to be taken when walking but 'adds' to the character of the whole area! Would love to go back!

9.2

An attractive hotel-well run family business-lots of character.Popular restaurant with great views over the lake serving good value tasty pizza and reasonably priced house wine,-(other more expensive mains were poor in quality and value I'm sorry to say- especially fish mains)and service rapid to the point of rushed which could be forgiven due to peak season and hungry diners waiting.The hotel boasts beautiful views of the lake, and is close to pretty Bellagio, thoughthere are no other bars or restaurants in walking distance,making you something of a captive in the evening if like us you wouldnt want to negotiate the narrow winding roads after dark.I dont wish to sound negative;on the plus side kayaks, bikes etc are provided and there is a sun deck (a little tightly packed high season)over the lake. All said, a special place you can feel part of and I wouldnt hesitate to recommend or return.

9.6

After arriving into Como by train I waited 1.5 hr for the C30 bus to take an hour ride to Lezzano. As it turns out the bus stop was right at the hotel and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. There was also access to the ferry within walking distance of about 10 min. The breakfast was very good and the restaurant on property was good with a grand view. Great place to stay if you want to waterski, etc. Also this is a quieter side of the lake out of the touristy pace. Only drawback was no air conditioning.

8.8

This is an excellent hotel. We received a warm welcome from every staff member we spoke to. The standard of english spoken was excellent. The room was modern and clean.It had a large, quiet ceiling fan instead of air conditioning, but we found this to be more effecting against the heat than the air conditioning in the other hotels we visited on the same holiday. The bathroom was clean and new. The shower was spacious and didn't leak water over the floor (why do so many hotel showers do this?) The hotel photos on this website are representative of our room. The hotel restaurant was excellent and we ate there every night of out three night stay. The men was extensive and reasonably priced. The restaurant was full every night so booking was necessary, however, the staff saved us a prime lakeside table every night without us requesting this. The breakfast was the best we had on our holiday in Italy. There was everyhting you could want for breakfast, including a god selection of fresh and seasonal fruit (this seemed to be lacking in most Italian hotels on our stay). The reception staff were hugely helpful and gave leaflets and recommendations. We found this overall the best by far of the five hotels we visited on our trip to Italy and would recommend it to anyone.

6.9

The staff was exceptionally friendly. Great location. I would definitely come back.

9.2

We would highly recommend this hotel. Margherita and her team gave us a warm welcome and went out of their way to make our stay very pleasant and were extremely helpful. The location is excellent and we enjoyed the magnificent view from the terrace restaurant and the entertainment from the waterski school.

8.1

Really nice place, lovely helpful staff/owners restaurant on lake edge with brilliant food and views and lakeside sundeck. Parking facilities off road. A hotel really worth staying at only 5mins from Bellagio by bus One of the nicest hotels we stayed at...Not ideal if you have small kids as dodgy busy road between hotel and restaurant.........

7.8

Gute Lage, Nähe Bellagio, direkt am See mit Bademöglichkeit; begrenzte Parksituation; Zimmer ordentlich und sauber, nett eingerichtet, Bäder ziemlich neu; bei den Zimmern mit Blick auf See Verkehrslärm durch die am Hotel vorbeiführende Hauptstraße; die Zimmer nach hinten sind recht ruhig; sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal an der Rezeption, Personal im Service könnte etwas aufmerksamer sein; für italienische Verhältnisse sehr große Auswahl am Frühstücksbuffet; alles in allem tolle Leistung für ein 2-Sterne-Hotel!

8.7

Let me start by saing that we had a great experience at Aurora and would like to return one day. We stayed here for 2 nights in May 2009. The hotel is nice, clean and family-run. Our room and bathroom were small (to be expected in Italy) but functional and clean. We had a balcony overlooking the lake with an amazing view, but the balcony was also very small (could fit just two small chairs). One thing to note is that the hotel is located across the street from the lake, not directly on the lake. The street, while not a highway by any means, is the main thoroughfare along the shore, thus lots of cars, motorcycles, and buses pass through. It wasn't a problem at night, as there was less traffic and you can't hear any noise when the windows are closed, but it did spoil our peaceful enjoyment on the balcony somewhat. That being said, this is an excellent hotel for the price, and the staff couldn't be more helpful. When we missed the ferry going across the lake, they arranged a trip to a gorgeous Villa across the lake by their private boat for us- not to be missed, we only paid 5 euro a person for the transfer. They even agreed to hold our wine and cheese in their kitchen fridge since there wasn't a fridge or minibar in the room. Their restaurant is exceptional- one of the best I visited in Italy, and we saw locals from all over the lake arrive here by private boats for dinner. The restaurant is directly on the lake and offers killer views. The hotel location is great- away from the major tourist traps yet very close to Bellagio where you can catch a ferry to anywhere else on the Lake. If you don't have a car or don't feel like driving, you can reach Bellagio quickly by very convenient public bus that stops right next to the hotel- ask the staff for bus schedules.

9.6

Our stay at Hotel Aurora was a highlight of our month-long trip to Italy. We stay 3 nights and wish we could have stayed longer. The hotel is a family business capably handled by Margherita , her husband and many others. It is a charming little hotel conveniently located a few kilometers from Bellagio. Our room was spacious and clean and had a great view on Lake Como. The breakfast room was huge and pleasantly appointed. Classical music played in the background and the breakfast selection was fantastic. There is a bar on the first floor of the hotel and a nice restaurant across the street with a spectacular view. We ate all our dinners at the restaurant as the food was excellent and the service friendly. Many locals eat at the restaurant and we felt like we were part of them. Margherita provided us with all kinds of useful information on the area. She is there morning and night to attend to everyone's needs. We would highly recommend this hotel and the Lake Como area.

10

This is a great bang-for-your-buck hotel in Lake Como. It is a short walk to the boat transportation in the area and local bus stops. Just a warning--it does take quite a bit of time to get from the train station in Como to the hotel (and it's a windy bus ride)--no one really speaks english there so make sure you know WHICH bus you need. Otherwise, a pleasant stay. The restaurant across the street was casual and perfect for an affordable meal.

8.4

Es un hotel familiar, de ambiente cálido y acogedor. El trato fue muy atento, y no nos sentimos tratados como unos turistas más. Se esforzaron en que nuestra estancia fuera especial y única. Fue un acierto.

9.7

Nous avons passé une très agréable nuit dans cet hôtel sur la route de Bellagio, de plus la restauration était excellente aussi bien pour le petit déjeuner que le diner , personnel nous ayant bien renseigné sur les excursions possibles

9.1

Nice family Hotel near the beautiful town of Bellagio. Very helpful manager.

9.8

The value is excellent and Marguerita is an outstanding host as she is extremely helpful and makes the stay a warm one. I would certainly return to this hotel!

9.0

The hotel was ideally situated about 15 minutes by bus from Bellagio right on Lake Como.The staff was very attentive to our every need. The adjoing retaurant was lovely with great food & Entertainment. The staff & owners were also quite helpful in helping us navigate the Lake Como area!

9.6

Wonderful place to stay, the restaurant is very good, reasonable prices and delicious food. We ate there all 3 nights we stayed. The staff is personable and helpful, they feel like friends by the time you leave. They are adding a new hotel next year, definitely worth a look. The boat and the bus stop are very close by.

9.1

This hotel cannot be faulted if you want a quiet holiday on the Lake. The service from Margahrita was exceptional. She spoke excellent English & provided every detail you needed for travelling around/ across the lake. The service provided by other staff except the family was efficient but not friendly. The food in the restraunt was fine, but there was no other choice in the town, unless you wanted to walk on very narrow roads which could be dangerous with cars and buses. The rooms with the balconies and lake views were fantastic. There was waterskiing available on site. Public transport was restricted on an evening so if you wanted to dine in Como or Bellagio you would need to return via a taxi which were expensive. Overall it was good value for money.

9.3

Beautiful location. Busy road at times. Excellent Food and very friendly staff. Would highly recommend the Aurora.

7.3

Location / view is breathtaking. Restaurant is also excellent. Actual building is a bit "tired".

9.7

This was my first time at this hotel, and I loved it all (hotel, food and the service). It was the most perfect vacation I have had, and am planning a return visit.

8.6

This is a great hotel in its class. We had a lakeview room which was spacious with modern bathroom.The welcome and help from the hotel was first class.The restaurant opposite owned by the hotel was fairly priced and very good with a great view.Parking is a slight problem - you leave your keys and they shuffle the cars around in the hotel bays - but best to leave the car and take the boats anyway.Lakeview rooms a little noisy from the road and locals saying goodbye in Italian style outside the restaurant.Overall a great hotel -we would use again.

9.0

Senora Marguerite is wonderfully hospitable (esp.to a single traveler practicing her Italian). Service from everyone was just fine. Breakfast was ample and fresh. The hotel is on the busy road to Bellagio(and right on the lake)but there are quiet hillside places to walk and easy access to ferries and buses.

9.5

First time we have been and will definitely return and strongly recommend this hotel. Marguerita, the owner, not only was excellent at corresponding prior to the stay, but was very welcoming, helpful and very friendly and pleasant, the best service we have ever experienced. Although there is not alot to do in the area, the views are spectacular, the hotel pizzeria restaurant directly opposite the hotel was great, there is a lovely sun terrace with sun loungers and it's a short drive to the beautiful town of Bellagio. Marguerita provided us with plenty of information about things to see and do and how to get there. We wished we had returned for another couple of nights at the end of our trip around Como. For a 2 star hotel, it is really lovely and should be at least 3 star. We recommend a mountain view room with balcony for only €10 per night more than the other rooms. If you request parking, there should not be a problem and it's free - best to email Marguerita before you could just in case as the car park is not very big. Fabulous hotel!!

10

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS.This was an amazing place to stay."famous" who Margherita speaks at least 4 languages and is very helpful and a gracious host.The lake views were breathtaking.The food was excellent.Would definitely stay there again.Highly recommended for those seeking a bit of peace and quiet with great food, wonderful views and an easy boat or car trip to the rest of Lake Como.

9.9

Small family run hotel with Lake Como view or forest view rooms. Comes complete with a dock. Adjacent restaurant overlooking the lake offers a great selection on the dinner menu. Margharita runs the place and made us feel like part of her extended family. She went out of her way with travel/driving tips, ferry and bus schedules, and making phone calls (to Rome) for car rental information. Would and plan to visit again. Very much enjoyed our stay.

9.2

We stayed at Aurora Lezzeno for one week and the weather was a bit unreliable but we were well looked after at Aurora. Signore Gregoria was extremely kind and helpful providing maps and suggestions for places to visit. You need a car or you travel by bus or boat some times. The boat is not very frequent tho in April. We preferred to use the bus most of the time. Great sightseeing and we also did Milan by train from Como. Reccommend Bellagio, Lenno and Varrena

10

This was our first visit to the Hotel Aurora and Lake Como and although the weather was appalling the welcome we received from Margaritta and her staff was exceptional.We took our evening meals in the restaurant by the lake side and enjoyed excellent food and drink at reasonable prices. We hope to return next year.

9.4

Aurora is on the shore of Lake Como and very close to the tourist destination town of Bellagio. The owners are very helpful and always on site. Margherita speaks at least 4 languages and is very helpful and a gracious host. We ate at their on site restaurant twice and were very impressed with the quality, variety and price of the food. The breakfast served was also one of the best on our entire trip in Italy. We also recommend taking a ferry ride across the lake to other cities and sites.

8.6

Our stay at this hotel met our expectations. It was very clean and the room was very small. We had a beautiful view of the lake on our little balcony. The restaurant provided a lovely candlight atmosphere at night and the breakfast in the morning have a vary wide selection of cold items. Our stay was brief but the staff was very friendly in helping us with train schedules and so forth. Would not stay there again because it took all day to get there. We had come from Rome to Varenna by train. Then we had to take a ferry to Bellagio and then a bus from Bellagio to Lezzeno where the hotel is. It's a lot of work. Next time we will just stay in Varenna - it is so beautiful there! Lezenno is pretty but there are no sidewalks and nothing to see.

9.3

We were welcomed very friendly by the owner Margerita and she gave us any information available. The rooms were very clean but as we were three the space was not too much. All in all the hotel is very quieit. About a celebration of the football team we were informed before our stay so that we had the opportunity to change the hotel. For breakfast the hotel offered a variety of food and beverages and nobody will leave hungry. It is a must to try the restaurant. The food is excellent.

9.3

We loved our stay at the hotel Aurora. Margherita, who works the front desk, welcomed us by name as we exited the bus and could not have been more helpful and accomodating. The breakfast buffet was delicious and ample. I have already recommended this place to my friends and to anyone else who wants a quiet relaxing stay on the lake. Our room with the balcony was fine but when we were moved to another room it was huge and still had a view of the lake.

9.0

Nice room with a great view of Lake Como. Clean and spacious. Patricia(hotelier) was very friendly and gave us a lot of local information. The Aurora Restaurant across the street from the hotel had excellent Italian cuisine. My husband said the pizza was the best he had in Italy. Lezzeno is well located, around 10 mins from Bellagio, another pretty, quaint town.

9.8

This family run quaint hotel is the best. We stayed in room 3 with a balcony and could see the lake from our bed. Margherita, the owner, created an atmosphere that made us feel like family by the time we left. She is helpful in any aspect a traveler needs. Everyone who works there is beyond helpful and courteous. The room, while not fancy, was clean and extremely adequate. My husband said it had the best shower of our entire vacation. The restaurant has a wonderful, moderately priced menu. The breakfast buffet has extensive choices including the tasty hot croissants. Their deck with numerous lounge chairs is the perfect place to spend an afternoon just relaxing and taking in the beauty of the lake and Italy in general. I will tell all my friends about this spectacular, homey, comfortable hotel. We loved it!

9.0

The town that the hotel is in does not have a lot happening, but the staff was warm and friendly, the price couldn't be beat, and other than mild transportation issues to and from the place, I'd recommend it to anyone.

9.2

This hotel is very nice. We stay at double with lake view. The room was large and very clean. We thank kindly Margaritta for your assistance with all our needs. We enjoyed 3 days on the lake Como. Hotel´s restaurant is very good. We rested in the evening eating delicious dishes and admiring the sunset. We can recommend this hotel all persons who want to rest on Como. And we wish Mardaritta and her family health, happiness and prosperity.

9.3

Muy buena atención. Los dueños son cálidos y muy amables. El restaurant del mismo nombre y de los mismos dueños , frente al hotel es excelente tanto por la calidad de sus comidas como por la gentileza de quienes lo atienden.Las reposeras frente al lago permiten tomar sol con gran comodidad, solo faltaria mejorar el acceso al lago para poder nadar en él. El desayuno excelente y el lugar del mismo cálido y acogedor. La disponibilidad de Internet libre a un precio adecuado fué otra gran ventaja. Creo que merece más estrellas

9.5

We loved the Aurora! Beautiful surroundings, great accommodations, friendly, helpful people, delightful food and drinks. The only problem we had was getting to the hotel. Signage in Como was non existent for the lake road (SS539 I think) and the town closest to the Aurora wasn't even on our map.

9.6

Encantador hotel a las orillas del lago, excelente atención, cocina exquisita

9.9

This was my second trip to this marvellous hotel in the quiet, but beautiful spot of Lezzeno. Marghertia and the rest of the staff treat you so well and could not be more helpful. Thoroughly recommended.

7.3

Very old but charming hotel right on the main street with restaurant across the street on the beach. Somewhat noisy at night (traffic and parties). Plesant staff.

9.9

Hotel Aurora was our winddown destination. We loved it. The owners and staff were very nice. The lake views were breathtaking.The food was 5 star plus.

9.9

This was an amazing place to stay. The staff is very friendly, the rooms are very nice, the restaurant is astonishing (very good and not expensive).

3.3

This hotel is old and shabby and right on the road. The rooms were unpleasant and there was no AC, which is impossible for this part of Italy in August. Not to be recommended.

8.7

A small, friendly hotel on the banks of Lake Como. Good restaurant serving classic Italian food, and great pizzas in the evening. Stunning views from the restaurant over the lake. Great facilities for water ski-ing and wake boarding, with a World Champion as a coach! Careful when crossing the road though! Ferry terminal about 100 yards down the road where you can take fast or slow boats to different towns and villages around the lake. Villa Balbianello worth a visit in Lenno: it's where they filmed the last scene in Casino Royale, as well as the kiss in Star Wars.

9.7

Incredible setting, extremely friendly and helpful staff. Our favorite place during a month of travel in Italy. Fantastic restaurant (makes for noise at night) and extremely relaxing. We got room with a private bath and balcony. The hosts also have apartments for rent - we would love to return!

9.7

I was a bit concerned having booked the hotel to read in a guidebook that Lezzano never got any sunshine - complete rubbish the hotel terrace & sundeck were bathed in glorious sunshine all day long. The service - particularly from Margerita - was first class. The food was excellent and the home bottled prosecco at 6 euro a bottle was quite the best I've ever tasted. The location was stunning. I will definitely go back.

9.2

A great hotel. Wonderful friendly staff who were very helpful in all aspects of our holiday. Highly recommended for those seeking a bit of peace and quiet with great food, wonderful views and an easy boat trip to the rest of Lake Como.

9.7

Margherita and the rest of her faimly could not have done anthing more to make our stay more enjoyable. Hotel was spotless, food was superb and Margherita was marvellous for advice, maps and general local knowledge. The lake view rooms were a little noisy at the weekends but the view was worth the noise.

9.6

Excellent location & facilities. The owner & staff were friendly & extremely helpful...& the quality of the food was superb...We will definitely be back !!!!

9.8

As a solo female traveler, I was grateful that staying within a budget did NOT compromise my standards for safety and cleanliness. My single room was very comfortable in size; the bathroom had great water pressure and temperature! The hotel´s location is favorable (less than 30 seconds away from a bus stop) and the view is incredible! Margherita and Patty were extremely helpful and welcoming. I would recommend this hotel to everyone!

9.8

This hotel was in a very good location - away from main tourist areas, but still close enough to Como, Belaggio etc. Restaurant across the road serves great food and there are deck-chairs available to relax next to the lake during the day. Beautifull surroundings and very friendly welcome and great service. Will recommend this hotel to anybody.

9.7

This is a wonderful place to stay. The staff are friendly and helpful, the food is great and the location is quiet and beautiful - a great place to relax after a day exploring some of the busier places on the lake. Please do not believe those who have said you can't get about easily - Lezzeno is well served by the slower boats, the fast boats and the buses. I had a quiet room at the back of the hotel; some of my fellow guests said that the rooms at the front were noisy at the weekends due to the road outside and the restuarant over the road. This hotel represents excellent value for money and nothing is too much trouble for the staff who will help you find your way about and seem to know everyone in the area. Highly recommended.

9.6

The excellence of this hotel and its location within glorious Lake Como cannot be understated. Firstly, if you are an independent traveller arriving at Como's San Giovanni train station, you can get to the hotel for about 3 euros by using the C30 bus which is located outside the station. Tickets for the bus can be purchased at the newsagents located in the corner station, and the journey is approx. 1hr 10 mins. You recognise Lezzeno by passing an ornate cemetry on your left, then you pass through the town with a yellow & white church & tower, you see a sign for Hotel Aurora on your right-hand side & then you actually pass the hotel, but ring the bell at this point. The bus stop is a few meters away. The rooms and views are quite magnificent, so I would recommend a lake view with balcony. There is a very good restaurant affiliated with the hotel, conveniently located across the road. The menu and dishes are really good and at very reasonable prices. Lezzeno is quite unlike other towns on the lake in that it is very small and apart from the hotel, does not cater for tourists. Therefore, you can have a really quiet, relaxing time there and feel assimilated with the local Italian people. You can, of course, visit several other places around Lake Como, but I always found it so nice to return to the quiet of Lezzeno after being in the buzz of places like Bellagio and Como. You can use the boats to travel the lake. There is a ferry stop in the village, a short walk from the hotel. There is 1 slow boat pre-12 pm which goes to places along the bottom of the lake towards Como. There a several fast boats post-12 pm that take you to places to the north of the lake. Buses run about 1 per hour, so all in all, you have the ability to travel about and see the magic that is Lake Como. Margherita at the hotel, along with the rest of the family are quite superb as hosts, making you feel welcome and they help enormously with any queries. They speak excellent English.

9.5

This is a lovely old hotel in a splendid location on Lake Como. It has a small beach area with beach chairs and ample parking. It is also very close to the embarcadero making boat outings simple. We had a room with a balcony facing the lake. The balcony is small but sufficient. However, the noise from the street below is very loud during the day especially the noisy motorcycles one finds in Italy. However, the noise died down at night and closing the shutter and door certainly helped. The breakfast and restaurant are wonderful. The owner is extremely helpful and goes out of her way to ensure a good stay. We had a lovely stay at this hotel and highly recommend it especially since it is such a good value compared to other hotels on Lake Como.

9.6

Margerite has to be the friendliest, most competent owner/manager we ever met. Helpful, warm and yet professional, one couldn't ask for more. The entire hotel seems to be a family operation, but everybody was so friendly and warm that even the best trained pros couldn't have done a better job! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to come back, even though the bus connections to Como and Bellagio are not as perfect as one might believe reading the ad. The stops are indeed close, but the schedule leaves a lot to be desired, same goes for the boat connections.

9.9

What we expected based on previous comments.

8.8

Clean, comfortable rooms overlooking the lake were a noisy at night, but other than that the setting was great, distance to Bellagio perfect, and the hosts very welcoming and helpful! This place is a find for the price!

8.6

The Aurora Hotel in Lezzeno was a real find! Lovely location, wonderful views from the bedrooms, a great restaurant on the waterfront and first class service from Marguerite the hostess, who even drove us to the ferry terminal. Add to this a very nice included breakfast in a large well appointed dining room plus convenient off street parking and we would not hesitate in recommending this property.

8.7

Margherita was most helpful and welcoming. Paticia went above and beyond!! When the bus failed to stop and pick us up, she personally drove us to Bellagio so we wouldn't have to wait another hour for the next bus. The staff was very gracious with attention to every detail. The food was exceptional!High praise to all!

9.4

This was a lovely family-run hotel right on the edge of the lake just a few minutes sousth of Bellagio. Two things that made it outstanding: 1) Margherite who helped us with daily travel arrangements around the lake and even into Switzerland 2) the wonderful on -site restaurant. We could eat right next to the lake, the food was very good, and the prices were reasonable. Would definitely stay there again.

9.9

We chose this hotel based on the excellent reviews posted on this web site and another. We were not disappointed. This is a wonderful place to stay on Lake Como. It's location, Lezzeno, is a short distance south of Belagio, but is not touristy. We took the train to Como and from there the C30 bus to the hotel. We were greeted by Margareta who, as described by others, was welcoming, friendly and helpful. She offered us suggestions as to where to go and what to see and provided us with directions how to get there. This is a family run hotel with everyone working together to make the guests feel at ease. The food at their restaurant was excellent. We were never disappointed. You do not need a car here. Everywhere you want to go is reachable by lake ferry or by bus. Our only regret was that we were only able to stay three nights. If we are able to make it back to Lake Como we will stay at the Aurora for at least a week. Do not hesitate to choose this hotel and meet the "famous" Margareta!

9.8

This was a small hotel with a view over Lake Como. The breakfast and food offered at the hotel restaurant were excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Although the hotel is old, it is well maintained an the facilities it offers are very good. The hotel however is located in a non-fashionable part of the lake and the village itself does not have many points of interest. You can get to Bellagio and Como by ferry although the service is not regular. The overall visit made up for this slight negative and we enjoyed our stay at the Aurora very much. I would recommend this hotel to other travellers.

9.1

Me and my wife had a wonderful stay at Aurora hotel. The staff was helpfull and nice, surroundings magnificant...it was the best part of our vacation. The only little thing I can comment was that the pillows were way too hard. If you don´t want a stiff neck - bring your own pillow along. Otherwise it was splenid. We are actually thinking of going back next summer as well.

9.5

This hotel was a little gem perched on the edge of Lake Como. The staff are very friendly and the food and service is excellent. I would recommend the rooms facing the water, though they can be a little noisy at night due to the restaurant across the road and the road itself. An added bonus with this hotel is the waterskiing school which is attached - a great buzz to water ski Lake Como (at an extra cost) Stay clear of Belagio - very over rated and the best houses and villages are down the sothern end of Lake Como just across from Lezeno. For the price, position and the service would strongly recommend.

9.9

The hotel staff were very helpful and friendly, the restaurant and bar facilites were excellent and room had an amazing view. Motorcycle secure parking was available free of charge. Overall very enjoyable stay and we would like to return.

8.8

The hotel is a great value. For a North American, the greatest challenge is navigating the road along Lake Como, and being able to read the often non-existant street signs. If driving the lake side road to Biaggio is part of your Italian dream, or nightmare, you will not be disappointed.

10

Had a geat time. Excellent location and very helpful staff. We will return and will share our experience with all.

10

We enjoyed a wonderful four days here. The location was convenient to the lake ferry and Bellagio, our host and her family were extremely helpful and the pizzaria on the lake side had fresh and excellent dining after a long day of touring. There was some street traffic noise but the excellent location and service outweighed any distraction from traffic. A great value in a scenic location.

10

Great hotel with very personal approach to service. Rooms were larger than most 4-star hotels we stayed in. Getting there by car and parking in the 6-car lot caused some white knuckles, but staff was very helpful in getting us in and out.

9.8

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hotel Aurora. It is obvious that the Gregorio family has a lot of pride in their hotel, and they treat their guests like family. We were even greeted by Margherita as we were getting out of our car when we arrived. We were impressed right from the start. Their food is great too. It was so nice to have a restaurant on the premises. Hotel Aurora was our favorite hotel during our 2 week stay in Italy. We will definitely return again.

10

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS VIEWS! Like many others who have visited this hotel on Lake Como we decided to stay there and eat because of the relaxing feeling and the wonderful view. I asked for a recommendation for dinner and was told to order the pear ravioli with cream sauce –house specialty- it was excellent as was the other food and wine. This was the first day of our trip and we flew into Milan so it was a nice stop – only 1 hour drive. Pictures on site don’t do justice to the view, clean rooms, nicely appointed.

9.9

The concierge Margaritta was wonderful.She was welcoming & assisted us with all our needs. She spent 2 hours with my wife fine tuning our Lake Como itinerary

10

Très bon accueil, la patronne très agréable parle le français. Après un bon repas au magnifique restaurant de l'hotel, au bord du lac, vous pourriez vous baigner et vous reposer au solarium. Pour les plus aventuriers un tour de ski nautique ou wake board est possible avec une école de glisse. Un endroit paradisiaque que je recommande tout particulièrement.

9.5

Location of the hotel was wonderful and the scenery from the window outstanding! Breakfast was the best we had in Italy (4 different hotels). It was easy to go to Bellagio by ferry. Hotel´s restaurant was very good, delicious dishes.

9.5

Excellant hotel , made to feel very welcome by the family nice room overlooking the lake and excellent breakfast . Restaurant excellant and great water sport facilities at hotel. nice lively atmosphere can be a bit noisy at weekends and a little difficult to park sometimes. road to Como a bit exciting in places!

9.0

We are a family with 4 children and enjoyed the days at the "Aurora" very much. Friendly staff, familiar atmosphere, comfortable rooms.

9.6

Excellent location and great staff. Would stay for a week if we could! Driving directions are a little lacking especially getting through Como toward the hotel. Breakfast was great and the views spectacular. Restaurant food was terrific.

8.1

Very nice restaurant by the lake with excellent view. The food was delicious and great value for your money. This is good location for visiting Bellagio, but not the area for evening walk by the lake though.

9.7

Thank-you so very much for a wonderful time at the Aurora. The triple room we had the last night was spacious and comfortable - we loved the staff and the location was to die for. Your deck right on the lake was such a bonus and there was plenty to see and do without having to venture too far away from the hotel. If I am fortunate enough to visit Lake Como again, the Aurora will definitely be a part of my itinerary. Thanks again.....

9.8

I enjoyed the stay in the hotel Aurora really. For me the best was the terrace at the lake.

9.6

This is an excellent hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I think this is one of the only hotels where you could enjoy sunbeds on an excellent terrace, without paying "Bellagio" type prices. Margherita was extremely friendly and helpful, nothing was to much trouble. I would not hesitate in returning and hope to do so, soon. Breakfast and Resteraunt were excellent. Perfect setting and transport by bus and boat very reliable although stop by early evening. Rooms and views are fantastic. This is a great place to stay. Many Thanks.

6.8

nice hotel, nice restaurant but rooms are small and prices perhaps a little high.

9.7

If you don't have a car, Bellagio and other areas of interest are a 10 minute bus ride. So it's well worth the stay in this quiet area of Lake Como w/o paying a high price. The hotel is right on the lake, the family and employees are the most wonderful people in Italy, and our accomodations were perfect. We felt right at home here and will surely be staying at the Aurora again, and again, and again. By the way, Lake Como is the most breathtaking, romantic and serene place on Earth.

9.7

Très bon séjour . Chanmbre et services étaient parfaits.

8.5

hotel très agréable, avec un accueil très sympathique. nous le recommandons tres fortement

9.9

The Hotel Mozart was a great place to use as a home base to explore Salzburg. The staff was excellent and the room very comfortable.

10

I can't say enough about how wonderful we found this place to be. the family was so warm, welcoming, helpful, kind and informative. I was travelling with my daughter who had caught a cold, and the owners were so helpful, giving us assistance with her comfort. the food was the best we had in Italy, and the setting was gorgeous. I am already trying to get back!!

9.1

The receptionist was very kind and compliant. The surroundings and wiew was wonderful. This place need to see everybody.

8.5

Trés bon accueil.

10

What a great hotel! The service was excellent, great food & location! Margherita & the staff were exceptionally friendly! We wished we could have stayed longer!!

8.4

The staff are very pleasant, the room was large, the bathroom flooded but it was perfectly fine - the stairs were a bit of a pain but no worries

9.6

Could not of found a better place for the price and location to start our Italian vacation. The family who owns and manages all aspects of the Aurora are wonderful and caring people and do a fantastic job of running this small inn. We will return.

9.6

Excellente adresse, accueil familial chaleureux et extremement sympathique, situation ideale sur le lac (meme si la route separe l'hotel du restaurant en terrasse), les chambres avec vue sont un bonheur. Le restaurant en terrasse sur le lac est exceptionnel, et propose un rapport qualite prix imbattable (a ne pas rater, le Tiramisu maison). Les activites offertes autour de l'hotel nous ont tres agreablement surpris (canoe, velo, ski nautique, balade en hydravion, etc.), bref, un endroit ou nous retournerons sans aucun doute passer plusieurs jours (malheureusement, ce ne fut qu'une nuit pour cette fois ci). Ideal pour se detendre et profiter du lac.

8.3

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel, the staff were always helpful and friendly, and to find a non-smoking bar in Italy was amazing. The breakfast was as substantial as you might want and the evenings spent in the ristorante overlooking the lake were idyllic.

9.1

Aurora is a great small hotel for spending a few days visiting Lake Como. It is accessable to the larger cirties by road and by boat. The family who own and run Aurora are great and provide a warm welcome and stay. You can spend twice as much in a larger city but I doubt the stay will be as enjoyable.

9.8

A wonderful, peaceful, beautiful hotel. I will return.

6.5

Nice property with beautifull views to the lake. Friendly staff. Single room was very small indeed though well decorated; Room sized 2 x 4 meter approx with a chunk of 1.5 x 2 m taken out for the bathroom. I felt like lodging in the cupboard; a rather claustophobic experience not recommended for longer duration stays. Beautiull high quality materials used for decoration. Double rooms appear larger with views of the lake. If you fancy water skiing the attached 'club' offers good opportunity to the sport. It does however attract its own local 'incrowd' and especially during weekends leaves little space on the terrace for the non participating hotel guests.