Casa del Fascio Hotels in Lake Como, Italy

The hotel was difficult to find as it was above a restaurant and wasn't well signposted. The free parking offered for our hire car was in a disused construction site which was approx 300 metres from the hotel (padlocked by a staff member). Our room was up a flight of stairs and not accessible by lift.Rooms on higher floors were accessible from a lift that began on our level. The staff were helpful with taking our luggage to the room. The check in staff member was friendly, but obviously busy multi-tasking, as she asked to hold our passports to complete paperwork. When we returned to collect them 30 minutes later, she still hadn't done the paperwork and took a few minutes to locate our passports which was a bit of a worry. Our room had been refurbished, was air-conditioned, and the window was double-glazed so there was no noise from the street below. The continental breakfast was served in the restaurant below which also catered for lunch and dinner. Lake Como was only 100 metres walk (visible from our room if you put your head out the window!) and the scenic funicular railway (unfortunately closed during our stay) was approx 500 metres walk away along the lake. The hotel is across from the train terminus which goes to Milan. The station for trains to Switzerland was approx 1 kilometre (uphill). There was a local bus stop across the road with buses to this station.

Fantastic location in the heart of Como. A really nice place with very helpful friendly staff.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Barchetta. Perfect location to explore the lake. Staff were extremely helpful - I had emailed with request for upper floor & room with superb view was waiting!

Hotel room was spotless and staff very friendly and helpful.

We had a lovely, newly refurbished room, with a side view of the lake and overlooking the town square and cafe's. A great location within sight of buses and boats with which to explore the lake and local area. The Hotel is traditional, but the room we had was sympathetically renovated and large. The staff were all friendly and happy to help with any questions we had. They also spoke perfect English, so there won't be a problem for anyone who doesn't speak Italian. Prior to our arrival the Hotel arranged a car and driver to meet us at Milan airport and take us back at the end of our stay, so we didn't have to worry about anything. Its worth contacting the Hotel and talking to them about your requirements.

Wonderful time in Como. The hotel was close to the train and bus stations and just around the corner from the lake and ferry port. Very helpful staff. We loved being close to the city center. Easy walk to the Domo. We love the relaxed life style in Italy. You don't even need a clock. Just listen for the church bells that start at 7AM. They'll get you up.

Arrived in our car, porter helped us in. Very very good all round. Exceeded expectations. A bargain.

Loved the staff...so sweet and attentive to whatever we needed. Close to train station and bus depot.