GENERAL INFO
Diaz 8 is a one-bedroom apartment located within the walls of the city of Como in the historic Palazzo Diaz, where an illustrious past meets refined contemporary style to create a harmonious blend, all set in the exclusive setting of the historic center of the city.
FURTHER INFO
Diaz 8 is an elegant loft apartment; it features a double bedroom, a fully equipped open-plan kitchen with all necessary appliances, one complete bathroom with a shower, a living area with a comfortable double sofa bed, and a mezzanine with a foldaway single bed and a second complete bathroom with a shower. The apartment is equipped with a TV, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. It can comfortably accommodate up to 5 people.
EXTRAS
Extra cleaning services and linen changes are available on request and at an additional cost.
ACCESSIBILITY
Located within the city walls, Diaz 8 is easily accessible on foot and offers convenient access to Como\'s main attractions.
PARKING
Please note that Diaz 8 offers private parking outside the city walls, about a 5-minute walk from the apartment.
GETTING AROUND
ASF bus services are available in Como and surrounding towns; tickets can be purchased on the bus or at authorized points (the bus station in Piazza Matteotti in Como, bars, and tobacco shops). Taxi services are also available. From the pier, ferries reach Cernobbio, Torno, Bellagio, Varenna, Colico, and other lakeside towns. Please note that in high season, there may be long lines at the ticket office before boarding. Tickets can also be purchased online on the “Navigazione Laghi” website. From Como San Giovanni train station, you can regularly reach Milan Central Station and Switzerland (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), while from Como Nord Lago station, you can reach Milan Cadorna train station. The nearest airports are Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, and Orio Al Serio in Bergamo. Shuttle services to and from the airports can be easily arranged at an additional cost. For further questions about transport and transfers, please do not hesitate to contact us; we will be happy to help!
TIPS
We recommend dedicating a day to visiting the wonderful towns around the lake. Como city is the urban center of the area, but the small towns are gems with beautiful lakeside villas. When moving around and walking along Lake Como, especially in the small towns, comfortable shoes are essential. There are many public drinking fountains in the area, and the water is safe to drink unless otherwise indicated. Tap water is also potable. You can bring your reusable bottle! If you are looking for a relatively easy hike in the area and still want to enjoy mountain views, the Greenway del Lago di Como is an easy-to-follow trail that connects the lake towns from Colonno to Griante and does not require too much climbing. A bus will take you to the starting point in Colonno. Look for traditional restaurants to taste local dishes, such as those based on fish from Lake Como. In Italy, many shops (especially small ones) and services close in the middle of the day, so be sure to plan your purchases accordingly. Lake Como is one of the deepest lakes in Europe and the deepest in Italy. Swimming and diving are prohibited in many areas and can be dangerous. However, for those who wish to dive into the water, there are some options. In Como, there is an outdoor pool near Villa Olmo, but swimming in the lake is strongly discouraged and mostly prohibited. There are beaches in other locations along the lake shores. A nice beach can be found in Careno, but it may be crowded on weekends. Locals and visitors also love to go to Nesso, where the most adventurous swimmers can dive into the lake from the ancient Roman bridge near the waterfall. The Lido di Bellagio and the beach of San Giovanni await those who want to explore the beautiful town of Bellagio, located at the center of the two branches of the lake. Lake Como is in a mountainous region. The surrounding Prealps may not seem very high, but the climate is still influenced by the nearby mountains, and temperatures can change rapidly. Pay special attention to the weather conditions during hikes and bring warm and waterproof clothing!
EXPERIENCES
There are many wonderful things to do around Lake Como! We can suggest and help you organize the following: Private boat trips Kayak/SUP on the lake Seaplane flights over the lake Yoga and meditation classes Wine tastings Cooking classes Hiking and foraging Mountain biking Mountain trekking Guided tours of Milan For more information, do not hesitate to contact us; we will be happy to recommend experiences that suit your tastes!
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
All guests are required to pay a tourist tax per person per night. A personal identification document is required before check-in. Additionally, separating waste is mandatory according to Italian recycling laws.
