Menaggio

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Menaggio Part of Lake Como’s Golden Triangle, this stylish town has historic architecture and picturesque squares, jaw-dropping scenery, watersports and outdoor adventures.

Discover centuries-old landmarks and lively piazzas, golf, watersports and walking trails at Menaggio. This pretty lakeside town is surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery and is popular with everyone from families and honeymooners to day trippers and nature lovers.

Menaggio sits on the central western shores of Italy’s magnificent Lake Como.

At the heart of Menaggio’s cobbled historic center is the animated Piazza Garibaldi. Find bars, cafés and traditional trattorias, many with outdoor patios and lake views. Stroll along Via Calvi and peek inside the boutiques, fashion stores and souvenir shops. Follow the winding alleyways that lead to historic monuments such as the ruins of a 16th-century fortress. Study beautiful frescos at the Chiesa di Santa Marta (Church of Santa Marta) and Chiesa di Santo Stefano (Church of Santo Stephano).

Enjoy a stroll along the tree-lined waterfront promenade. Sit on a bench and gaze across the lake to the towns of Bellagio and Varenna. On a warm summer day you might want to take a refreshing swim in Lido di Menaggio, an open-air pool. Rent a boat at the harbor and take a self-guided tour of the lake. Alternatively, try your hand at waterskiing and wakeboarding.

Go to the tourist office on Piazza Garibaldi to collect information about walking and mountain biking trails in nearby Monte Grona. Visit Parco Val Sanagra, a protected reserve home to colorful flora, wildlife and ancient rural settlements.

If you are into golf, play a round at the Menaggio and Cadenabbia Golf Club or have some family-friendly fun at the waterfront miniature golf course.

Menaggio is about a 45-minute drive from both the lakeside town of Como and Lugano in Switzerland. It is easily accessible by buses, boats and ferries from other destinations on the lake. Get around on foot and bike or ride the summer tourist train, which travels between Menaggio and Lenno. The town is ideal for daytrips, but if you want to stay for longer, there is a range of accommodations, from campsites to luxury hotel resorts.

Besides its many attractions Menaggio is a gateway to the stunning Lake Piano and Lake Lugano on the Italian-Swiss border.

Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & Spa, by R Collection Hotels
Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & Spa, by R Collection Hotels
5 out of 5
Via B. Castelli, 9, Menaggio, CO
The price is ¥198,921 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
¥198,921
¥220,515 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Menaggio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"Every detail is thoroughly thought out in this hotel, impeccable service, amazing facilities and amenities"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & Spa, by R Collection Hotels
Grand Hotel Menaggio
Grand Hotel Menaggio
4 out of 5
Via IV Novembre 77, Menaggio, CO
The price is ¥61,754 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥61,754
¥69,291 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Menaggio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (721 reviews)
"Staff was great!"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Grand Hotel Menaggio
Hotel Bellavista
Hotel Bellavista
3 out of 5
Via Iv Novembre 21, Menaggio, CO
The price is ¥34,807 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
¥34,807
¥39,308 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Menaggio. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Lovely hotel, great location. Views amazing. Staff very helpful and friendly. Very clean. Lift is quite small and a little dated, creaked quite a bit which was a bit worrying, could probably do with an upgrade. Air con in room was excellent and a very welcome reprieve from the heat of the day. Not ..."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Hotel Bellavista
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Romantic cottage on Lake Como
Romantic cottage on Lake Como
Menaggio
Stay at this cottage in Menaggio. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Menaggio Beach and Villa Monastero are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Nice simple villa with fabulous views across lake.
"Property was very clean and exactly as described. Deborah was a very helpful host."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Romantic cottage on Lake Como
Villa Bianca - Grande, Menaggio, Italy
Villa Bianca - Grande, Menaggio, Italy
Menaggio
Stay at this vacation home in Menaggio. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Menaggio Beach and Villa Monastero are located ...
5/10 (12 reviews)
A very disappointing stay
"The property is very very tired, we had lots of problems including a smashed glass door, broken blinds preventing the use of the balcony, broken pool lights, all very dangerous for children. A chair was broken but left round the table so when i sat on it, i fell through and cut my leg. It is seriously ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2023

Villa Bianca - Grande, Menaggio, Italy
Residence Diaz
Residence Diaz
Via Diaz, 86, Como, CO
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Como-Brunate ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
"Not too easy for parking and overall process, but really nice place when you have time and you’re in vacation."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Residence Diaz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The taxi system is scanty. The bus system is good. It is dangerous to walk from higher up to the town as the streets are narrow and there is no space for walkers.

5/5 - Excellent

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Amazing little town on the lake. The square and streets are unparalleled in other towns. 10/10 will be back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We will come back! Lugano's Pizzeria is an ideal place for local, authentic pizza! Managgio is the place to be!

5/5 - Excellent

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Lovely location, friendly people, great dining.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

So happy to have discovered this adorable town. Next time we will stay a week.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved the smaller feel of Menaggio rather than Bellagio. It’s very quaint and the people are friendly. It’s an easy walk to the ferry to visit other towns around Lake Como. There’s also a fun mini golf area and a Beach Club too. The views are amazing

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