Paola, her husband and staff (including Tania) took such excellent care of us. They say the people make the place, and this is a perfect example of that. The room was very comfortable, immaculate and well-appointed. Food was UNA VERA BONTA complimenti al cuoco a true feast, compliments to the chef...Being locals, the formidable hosts knew where to recommend us... More

I was very impressed with the location of the hotel as well as the friendliness of the staff and manager. It is convenient to the bus and ferry and several good restaurants are in easy walking distance. Loved the breakfast on the lake shore and the views of Bellagio from my room. I will visit Lake Como again and hope... More

We stayed here during our final leg of our honeymoon in Italy. And we definately saved the best for last. The breakfasts by the lake were lovely, the rooms were simple but very comfortable and clean. Our host Paola was such a wonderful lady. Nothing was too much trouble. She even gave us a lift to the next town to... More

Perfect location on lakeside, 300 metres from the lovely gardens of Villa Carlotta and the car and passenger ferries. The elegant town of Bellagio is a 10 minute ferry ride across the lake. The accommodation is simple but attractive with light, air conditioned rooms, some with stunning views over the lake – beware though, the road outside is very busy... More

We visited Como last year in October and I decided to re-visit again over peak summer as we just loved the area. One of the main reason's I was happy to return was the amazing hospitality and kindness of Paola at Alberghetto La Marianna. From our welcoming arrival and help through out our stay - we were made to feel... More

We were made very welcome at Albergo la Marianna, which has a good restaurant attached and is well situated with views across the lake to Bellagio and 5 mins walk to the boat terminal to get to all of Como's sites. The landlady, Paola, was very welcoming and we had a lovely breakfast of fresh bread, jam, eggs and cereal.... More

I booked La Marianna a few weeks before our trip, spoke on the phone to Paula, who, like everone else at the hotel, spoke excellent English. We were 2 couples staying 2 nights, and our arrival was delayed by 2 hours as there had been a landslide the day before, reulting in a detour through Switzerland. We called the hotel,... More

While not the fanciest Italian hotel we've ever stayed at, it certainly turned out to be one of the friendliest. Owned and managed by Paula and her husband we throughly enjoyed our 4 night stay here. The breakfast/dinner patio across the street and overlooking the Lake was a highlight. Always proved to be an excellent start to our day. Rooms... More

Three years ago we spent one evening here. After that beautiful evening on the lake we said that some day we would return to this unforgettable place, and finally made good on our vow. Only this time it was for three nights. I called Paola first to make sure rooms were available before I even booked our trip to Italy.... More