Who: My wife and I (mid 30s) When: May 9-12, 2013…read moreWhy "4 Star" Rating: -Charming hotel; it's like stepping back in time as you climb the main marble staircase (no elevator; take note if you are carrying refrigerator size suitcases like we were). They also ask you to leave your key at the front desk (yes an actual key, no card here) each time you leave; but they won't yell at you if you forget, like I did :) -Friendly Family Staff; so pleasant, accommodating and hard working -Magnificent Room; stayed in the Red Room Suite, highly recommended. No balcony but four large windows (2 with full view of Lake; other 2 partial views) -Outdoor Terrace; very nice place to have breakfast or a Aperol Spritz -Delicious fruit filled croissants and various coffee options (espresso, latte, etc) -Free wifi (although a bit spotty in our room; but worked great in lobby and outside terrace) -Short walk (on some cobblestone and tight sidewalks) from Tremezzo port. Exit boat ramp and turn LEFT. Also, very short walk to other restaurants and a beautiful park on the lake. -Last but not least, excellent VALUE for such a great property with amazing views Ways Rating Could Have Improved: -Although croissants & coffe were delicious; the overall breakfast spread was so-so. There are no hot entrees so be prepared if you come looking for that. Mainly European spread, meats, cheeses, boiled eggs and fruits. -Hotel has beautiful balcony located on top of hotel. It is accessible via the steps but there is really nothing there. Some chairs or a table would make that a beautiful place to enjoy a glass of wine. -Boosting WiFi signal for the Red Room Suite. But not a big deal, vacation should be a time to unplug anyway -Just a suggestion here, but a shuttle service from the port would be a nice touch; as the walk with suitcases is a bit challenging. One particular example of their commitment to guests took place on a not exactly pool weather day. I had decided to take advantage of some sun by the pool as did another couple and I noticed the owner quickly, placing cushions on all the chairs making it look more inviting. Nice touch. Now this may happen at other hotels but it was really something to see the owner himself carrying out the task. Overall, VERY pleasant stay. It was so nice to take a break away from our normal habit of staying in the chain hotels (SPGs mainly) and stay somewhere where the owners have full investment in the property. They have worked very hard and are proud to have taken this property to its current 3-Star rating. I can see more stars in their future. Tremezzo, is a great central location on Lake Como and I would highly recommend staying at Hotel Villa Marie if you are choosing this town.

From the owner: A nineteenth century villa in Tremezzo turned into a comfortable and charming family-run hotel,…read morethat offers warm drawing-rooms in liberty style with wide windows and ancient frescoes. The Villa Marie is set in an enchanting scenery in the gulf of Venus, one of the loveliest corners of the Lake of Como; an ideal starting point for excursions on the lake to discover the art, history and natural beauties.

Hotel San Giorgio is a wonderful, restful and peaceful step back in time, that we have loved for…read moremany years. But today I want to review their lovely restaurant. The setting cannot be prettier anywhere on the lake. Whether you sit inside their classic "pensionesque" dining room or in the garden on the terrace, the sense of a bygone grace surrounds. For either lunch or dinner the antipasti selection is grand and you are free to choose your favorites. You can stop there if you want a light meal or go on to some delicious secondi piatti. The beef is delicious and the lamb, devine. Bring your own wine or choose from their lovely list, this spot is precious!!! A four star restaurant in a ten star setting!

This restaurant is located here at this location and is called Ali di Alice . It sits up on top of…read morea hill overlooking the lake. Beautiful farm to table menu with a lovely and friendly owner . The food is amazing and so artfully plated and delicious. We enjoyed everything we ordered from the wine to desert , The Tagliatelle Bolognese was perfect and al dente , with a flavorful meat sauce . Had the cherry tart which was absolutely delicious , made with cherries from their garden. The crust was so buttery and crisp . Excellent ! Loved our wonderful meal and experience here .

Located up a hill, the restaurant is farm to table, with the staff literally walking to the garden…read moreto harvest fresh herbs for the dishes. The ambiance is whimsical and elegant with an amazing view of the lake. All food was prepared fresh, in season, and with amazing service. Be sure to reserve in advance!

Great experience! Boutique hotel with personable staff, always available to make your stay…read morecomfortable. Breathtaking views of the lake. Complimentary, well-stocked breakfast. Nice bar and lounge area with abundant appertif options. Best part? Steps from the Lenno ferry. PS- super affordable prices. (Approx 100 euro per night)

We just returned from a 16 day tour of Italy and Albergo Lenno was our first stop. The hotel is…read moresituated right on Lake Como and couldn't have been more picturesque. All of our group enjoyed relaxing in/at the pool after a long day of sightseeing. The welcome to Italy meal we shared at the restaurant was delicious as were the included breakfasts.

I walked into a mostly empty restaurant and was told no seats outside were available. I was judged…read moreby wearing a tourist outfit and was given one of the worst seats in the restaurant as a result. As I was eating I noticed they had given a dog a chair at a table outside, to sit with his family. Nothing more to be said... save your money on far better food and service anywhere nearby. My fish was under cooked and I was given wrong silverware with my main course. Unacceptable at this price point.

Best value in Como. Great prices and the view is stupendous, right across from Bellagio. The hosts…read moreare wonderful and the restaurant is first class. We can't wait to go back.

While attending a wedding at the Villa del Balbianello our son thought to ask the waiters serving…read morecocktails what restaurant they would recommend in Lenno, where we were staying. This was the recommended one, and we had a very pleasant meal here, despite what seem to be a host of bad reviews. Our son ordered the missoltini as a first course, which is a local fish specialty (shad) from the Lake Como area that involves gutting, salting, smoking, and drying the fish. (The guts part is also made into a special dish called culadur.) We knew that shad is bony, but we are adept at dealing with fish bones and found the dish to be very tasty. It was served, as is traditional, on a bed of seasoned polenta, also very delicious. We also shared a rather small, but respectable caprese salad. For our main courses we had Tagliatelle al Funghi Porcini Freschi, Gamberoni all'Americana con Riso Pilaf, and Spaghettoni di Gragagno al Pesto di Zucchini, Acciughe del Contabrico e Crumble di Pane. All were delicious and competently prepared. The tiramisu for dessert was one of the best I have ever eaten anywhere. For local specialties and a beautiful setting on Lake Como, I highly recommend Plinio.

A touristy place right on the lake, not far from the Lenno ferry stop, we shared the antipasto…read moreplatter with a local lake fish, grilled eggplant, zucchini, and onion, salmon with pesto, and a pate, all of which could have used a tad more flavor and seemed as though they'd been sitting out for awhile; a mixed salad that was a tad too heavy on the radicchio and not pre-mixed and therefore tremendously bitter; and a very good fettuccini with radicchio and a light olive oil sauce that just had the perfect chewiness and seasoning, especially with a sprinkling of parmesan. The house white was passable, the service fine. If we ever had to return, we'd stick to the pastas.

The prices are good for the double room, the staff is friendly, and the rooms are spacious and…read moreclean with a nice view (the lake or the mountains).

Good hotel situated in the middle of Lake Como. The dock for the boat which takes you around the…read morelake is just outside. There is a pool which is good for cooling off.

A local restaurant, has some outdoors seating and proposes a nice service/food selection. Nothing…read morefancy or special but good solid food.