In recent years we have visited a couple of Italy's great lakes - Garda and Maggiore but we have never cracked perhaps it's premium destination - until now! Lake Como is one of the premier destinations in northern Italy, renowned for its dramatic Y-shaped glacial waters, backdrop of the Alps, and a centuries-old reputation as a retreat for royalty and celebrities. Whether you are seeking "la dolce vita" through fine dining, exploring historic villas, or active adventure in the mountains, the region offers a diverse array of experiences.
Our hotel is located in the city of Como itself which is set on the southern tip of the western prong of Lake Como an great location the enjoy exploration of the Lake and surrounding countryside.
If you've visited one of the great Italian Lakes with us before why not tick another one off your list, if it's your first time then what a way to begin!
One of the most renowned destinations in the world, Lake Como is particularly appreciated for the beauty of the landscape and nature, for the small and characteristic villages that still preserve ancient traditions, its numerous villas and botanical gardens and for its museums and historical monuments. As Stendhal said, Lake Como is "an enchanting place"... so what are you waiting for, come and visit us!
Exploring Lake Como from the city of Como is best achieved via the Navigazione Laghi ferry system, offering scenic, efficient, and direct access to central lake towns like Bellagio, Varenna, and Menaggio. Highlights include taking the historic Funicolare Como-Brunate for panoramic views, exploring the city’s Duomo and museums, and taking boat trips to villas.
Your Spice Escapes host will of course be on hand to arrange meet ups over breakfast so you can talk about what you plan to do during the day and in the evening you can all meet in the hotels’ bar to chat about the day’s adventures before enjoying your evening meal and whatever else takes your fancy for the rest of the night.
Hotel Como, Como ****
The Hotel Como 4**** is located just 10 minutes walk from the historic centre and 20 minutes from the lakefront. The property offers 79 spacious and modern rooms, a terrace with a refreshment area and swimming pool and a lobby bar, free fibre optic broadband WIFI, gym, city bikes available for free (subject to availability). The swimming pool and the pool bar are located on the 5th floor on the roof garden terrace where you can admire a panoramic view of the city and the green hilly area that surrounds it. Start the day in the best possible way with the breakfast buffet, enjoy the rich and wide choice of sweet and savoury, hot and cold products... enjoy your breakfast!
Our room allocation is for twin, double, single and sole occupancy rooms. Single rooms have a single bed and sole occupancy rooms are double bedded rooms (supplements reflect this).
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14/10/2026 Manchester to Milan Bergamo Dep: 0740 Arr: 1055
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EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
The new Entry/Exit System (EES) will start operations on 12 October 2025. The Entry/Exit System (EES) will be deployed gradually across the external borders of the 29 European countries over a period of 6 months. These European countries will introduce the different elements of the EES in phases, including the collection of biometric data, such as facial image and fingerprints. This means that travellers’ biometric data (facial image and fingerprints) might not be collected at every border crossing point right away, and their personal information may not be registered in the system. Passports will continue to be stamped as usual.
This progressive implementation will last until 9 April 2026. From 10 April 2026, the EES will be fully operational at all external border crossing points of the European countries using the system.
Further information on the EES can be found on the following link - https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees/ltr
ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)
Starting in end 2026 UK citizens are required to have a travel authorisation to enter 30 European countries for a short stay. ETIAS travel authorisation is linked to a traveller’s passport. It is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation.
With a valid ETIAS travel authorisation, you can enter the territory of these European countries as often as you want for short-term stays - normally for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. However, it does not guarantee entry. When you arrive, a border guard will ask to see your passport and other documents and verify that you meet the entry conditions.
NB - There is no start date for the ETIAS currently confirmed but when it is introduced it will be your responsibility to ensure that you have arranged this. We will update everyone when the ETIAS is required with information on how to apply for this online.
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Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel.
A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union (EU).
UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are still valid and offer the same cover as GHICs in the EU.
Once your EHIC has expired, you’ll be able to replace it with a GHIC.
NB – A GHIC/EHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance!
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Steve loves his walking, and you’ll usually find him hosting with his partner in crime and wife, Arlene — two hosts for the price of one.
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