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Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it

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Property grounds
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A dining table with plates, cutlery, and a glass of water. A wooden cabinet and a framed picture are on the wall. A spiral staircase with wooden steps and black railings is visible.
A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by chairs. There is a television mounted on the wall displaying a streaming service interface.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a TV, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Villa Monastero

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Varenna, Lombardy
  • Place, Royal Victoria
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Branch of Lecco
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Villa Monastero
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪102 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Varenna

Located in Varenna, this apartment is in the city centre and on the beach. Villa Monastero and Villa del Balbianello are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Bellagio Port. Enoteca Principessa and Villa Melzi Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
Varenna, Lombardy

What's nearby

  • Royal Victoria - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Branch of Lecco - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Villa Monastero - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lover's Walk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castello di Vezio - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Du Lac - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪La Cambusa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Il Molo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Florence - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Olivedo - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it?

As of 5 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it on 7 Mar, 2027 start from S$704, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Varenna - Historic Centre by villavistalago.it located?

Located in the heart of Varenna, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Church of San Giorgio and Villa Monastero. Bellagio Port is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. Varenna-Esino Station is 8 minutes by foot and Fiumelatte Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect location for easy access to everything in Varenna. Nearby to delicious restaurants and charming views. The owner was easy to communicate with and the apartment was clean and had everything we needed. We had no complains. It was a very positive experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Como fun

The location was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it! Arrivederci on villavistalago.it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay at a reasonable price!

This is our second time staying here. We love the location, as it sits atop a wine bar. It is also close to some of the best food in Varenna. The host has always been nice, and he is easy to contact. We love this place and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2025
Thank you. I am very pleased I could offer you a perfect stay. Come back soon! Arrivederci on villavistalago.it and on socials media.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible apartment which made our stay in beautiful Varenna so enjoyable. The host was great in being helpful, super responsive. We loved our stay. The location is the best as it is centrally located and even more within a few steps (literally) of several great restaurants, wine bar and the water area. My wife and I just loved our visit and will definitely reserve this apartment for our next visit. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the apartment, location, and nearby restaurants all helped make your visit to Varenna so special. It’s wonderful to know you’re already planning to return — we’d be delighted to welcome you back! More local insights and recommendations on our blog at villavistalago.it Arrivederci
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great experience staying at this location, its close to everything. The only drawback is it's not quite till about 10pm since there are so many restaurants and Wine bars downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven - you will not regret staying here

The apartment is so beautiful and the host so incredibly kind. Varenna was by far our favorite place on our trip to Europe in part due to this amazing place. The location is perfect and you have a view of the lake from the balcony. This is probably the best rental I have stayed at and I cannot wait to return ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2022
Thanks for your review and also for leaving the apartment in order. We are always very happy when our guests enjoy their stay. Best regards and arrivederci. Villa Vista Lago apartment's (follow us at villavistalago on socials)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully perfect. This home is in an absolutely wonderful location. Easy access to anywhere in Varenna. The home itself has all the comforts of home. It was very clean and comfortable. Ettore was highly communicative and available. The I highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much, Joe, for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the location, the comfort of the apartment, and the overall experience. It’s wonderful to know everything met your expectations and that you felt at home during your stay. More local insights and recommendations on our blog at villavistalago.it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Charming

We loved our stay in Varrena. The apartment was very relaxing and peaceful. We slept soundly in the upstairs loft. Location excellent for exploring the beautiful town. Great communication via text for recommendations and assistance. They provided suggestions for parking in a garage not too far away. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2025
Thank you for your great review. I am sure future guests will appreciate your comments about your perfect experience in this lovely apartment. Come back soon. Arrivederci on villavistalago.it and on socials media.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Varenna Stay

Lovely top floor apartment is centrally located in Varenna, just a short distance from the main piazza and has everything provided for a comfortable stay. The bed was comfortable and the air conditioning welcome. The property owner is friendly, has excellent communication skills, is very knowledgeable about the area and offered excellent recommendations. You may even meet his charming father. I highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it! Hoping to see you again at our apartments. Arrivederci on villavistalago.it and on socials media.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay in Varenna!

We spent two days in Varenna and the location was just perfect! The apartment was quite clean and comfortable for our family of four. Both the waterfront and S. Giorgio Piazza were readily accessible. Even in the offseason, there were plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby. Ettore was a gracious host and easy to communicate with. Ettore’s father was a great help to us and gave us rides to/from the train station! We highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the service, facilities, and the cozy atmosphere of our property. It was a pleasure having you stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Arrivederci on villavistalago.it and on socials media.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This place is perfect! Right in the heart of Varenna and walking distance to everything. If you are in Italy, you already know that there are lots of stairs. This apartment is on the 3rd floor so pack light. It is a walk from the train station so be ready to haul your gear but worth every step! Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2025
Thank you. I am very pleased I could offer you a perfect stay. Come back soon! Arrivederci on villavistalago.it and on socials media.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location!

Charming property in central location in Varenna. Ettore gave good instructions and recommended a driver since we flew into Milan Malpensa. The apartment was perfect size for my family of 3. Lots of restaurants close. Would definitely recommend! Recommendations- Since near restaurants, I would recommend ear plugs if you are light sleeper and want to sleep with open windows. Only suggestion
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant apartment in Downtown Varenna

Loved everything about this loft apartment in Varenna. Our communication with Ettore was excellent and he was extremely helpful with everything before and during our stay. The apartment is perfectly located in Varenna and has everything one requires. The upstairs bed and bedroom layout was fantastic with the most comfortable pillows we have experienced in Europe. The sofa bed was also very comfortable. It was a joy to stay in such a cosy and comfortable apartment. We will definitely return so as to experience this town in the Summer months when everything is open. The upside to visiting in Winter was the peace and serenity without crowds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2024
Thank you. Arrivederci villavistalago.it
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Location wise this property was excellent and the apartment itself had everything we needed.Check in was with Ettore (a lovely gentleman) who doesn’t actually speak English which didn’t really affect check in however did make it difficult to ask any additional questions. We are over 65 travellers and the 30 stairs to get up to the apartment added a degree of difficulty getting our suitcases up the stairs on check in and down when we left. The spiral staircase (which I must admit I did see in the photos) did prove to be a little difficult especially going to use the bathroom through the night.The surrounding restaurants were all fantastic - Alberto del Sole, La Scarpetta, Il Cavatappi and Osteria Quattro Pass. All within a minutes walk of the apartment. View from the upstairs bedroom was magical at night. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay but think we may have reconsidered where we had stayed taking into consideration our age.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2026
Thank you very much for your detailed and thoughtful review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the excellent location, the apartment amenities, and the fantastic nearby restaurants, as well as the beautiful night view from the bedroom. We also truly appreciate your helpful notes regarding the stairs and communication — they are valuable for future guests when choosing the most suitable accommodation. We’re glad you still had an enjoyable stay overall and thank you again for sharing your experience. Arrivederci
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We are in Italy!!

Ettore’s dad picked us up in the next town because we couldn’t get the train doors to open! So nice of him. Personal escort to the apartment and how to use everything. Lovely town. Ettore was awesome to communicate with us all along through What’s App! Everything was super clean! There is a 3 flights of stairs to get to the apartment. Also, a winding staircase to get to the bedroom upstairs. If you have mobility issues it might be hard to navigate, especially bathroom trips at night. We would definitely stay here again! Ettore took us back to the train station, so kind!! We loved the place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute and quaint with a perfect location!

The photos of this apartment are exactly what you get. It was very clean and in the heart of downtown Varenna. Ettore communicated very well, and he went above and beyond and had his father pick us up at the train station to acquaint us with the area and show us around the apartment. Right below the apartment, there is a wine bar, and a very excellent restaurant, Il Cavatappi. There are only a few tables, so make reservations well in advance. They do have outside tables that aren’t reserved, so you will have to show up early for those and enjoy a glass of wine while you wait. There is another excellent restaurant a few hundred feet down the pathway, Osteria Quattro Pass. They have a pumpkin Gnocci dish that is to die for!!! The location of this apartment is perfect!!! Varenna is a quiet and quaint place, especially in the mornings and evenings. It was such a pleasure to stay here! Would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2023
Thanks for such a lovely feedback. We are always very happy when our guests enjoy their stay. All reviews and more on villavistalago.it Arrivederci
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Varenna is great and so is Ettore!

When our plane was late and our original driver couldn’t meet us, Ettore stepped up and had his Dad pick us up! Wonderful family, super apartment and location. Highly recommended! Phil and Robin Lenox, MA
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heart of Varenna

Everything was wonderful! Ettore met me at the train station, drove me to the apartment, and showed me how everything worked! The air conditioning was awesome, some very hot days! A fantastic location, a way to feel you are living like an Italian for a few days. Nice change from hotels!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Varenna apartment!

This apartment was everything we could have hoped for when staying in Varenna. The location is absolutely wonderful, you are so close to everything. Ettore was so helpful and communicative leading up to and throughout the entire stay. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in Varenna
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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