Malpensa International Airport (MXP) - 81 min drive
Linate Airport (LIN) - 96 min drive
Varenna-Esino Station - 30 min drive
Canzo Station - 34 min drive
Bellano Tartavalle Terme Station - 35 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Bar Pasticceria Rossi - 17 min drive
La Lanterna - 15 min drive
Bar Roma - 2 min drive
Bar Red And White - 8 min walk
Ristorante Belle Isole - 4 min walk
About this property
Grand Cadenabbia
Grand Cadenabbia features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Villa del Balbianello. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Ristorante Le Serre, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and dinner. A poolside bar, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this Edwardian hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
192 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only, 1 total)
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
On-site parking includes off-street options
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Golf lessons
Sailing
Motor boating
Waterskiing
Fishing
Golfing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Golf clubs on-site
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1802
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
Adjacent to a golf course
Seasonal outdoor pool
Edwardian architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Dressing gowns
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Ristorante Le Serre – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Ristorante Al Chiaro di L – This beachfront restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 29 February, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March to 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 190 per room (one-way)
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Cadenabbia Grand Hotel
Grand Cadenabbia
Grand Hotel Cadenabbia
Britannia Excelsior Hotel
Hotel Britannia Excelsior Cadenabbia
Grand Cadenabbia Hotel
Grand Hotel Cadenabbia Lake Como/Cadenabbia Di Griante, Italy
Grand Hotel Cadenabbia Di Griante
Grand Cadenabbia Hotel
Grand Hotel Cadenabbia
Grand Cadenabbia Griante
Grand Cadenabbia Hotel Griante
Frequently asked questions
Does Grand Cadenabbia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Cadenabbia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Grand Cadenabbia?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Grand Cadenabbia?
Yes, cats and dogs stay for free, with a limit of 1 total.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Cadenabbia?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Grand Cadenabbia?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 190 per room one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Cadenabbia?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Grand Cadenabbia and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as sailing, waterskiing and fishing. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Cadenabbia?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining.
What's the area around Grand Cadenabbia like?
Grand Cadenabbia is a short 5-minute walk from Villa Carlotta and 7 minutes' walk from Cadenabbia Ferry Terminal. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.
Grand Cadenabbia Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 Feb 2024
We loved the view of Lake Como and all the city lights across the Lake from our balcony. We loved our walks and enjoyed eating at the local Italian restaurants. Very cute and quaint village. We can not wait to go again. Very good location.
Yolandda
Yolandda, 4-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
9 Nov 2023
Old property. Need repairs and cleaning
mandeep
mandeep, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2023
Grand Hotel, Grand stay
Beautiful spot. The location was perfect, o
less then 5 min walk to ferry dock so access to all was very easy. Our room was great, we had a large deck which was awesome for morning coffee/tea or late night wine. amazing view out on to the lake. Service was very good, breakfasts were very good, better then many other hotels. upper floor bar was nice with music playing one of the nights we were there. Al;l in all perfect stay for 4 nights. I would definately stay there again.
Lance
Lance, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2023
Beautiful places to stay
Jairo
Jairo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Oct 2023
The property overall is very nice and the rooms were comfortable. The view is also very nice from this property as well. I would say that the location isn't the best considering you need to take a ferry to the main villages in Lake Como. In addition the dinner here wasn't the best, it is very overpriced and restricted to a fixed menu. Considering the location of this hotel doesn't have many food options nearby it would be better if there were more options within the hotel. The service also was not the best - we were only given paper cups & couldn't get any room service.
Jasmaan
Jasmaan, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Oct 2023
I like everything except the hard pillows. They have friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast buffet was excellent as well as the service. I highly recommend this place. Once I parked my car I didn't need it. The boat service stations are very close to the hotel. I visited other villages via boat services. They were very riliable and very affordable. There are other restaurantscwithin waling distance as well. The views from my room were amazing and unforgettable. My wife was very happy with this hotel selection.
Angel
Angel, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2023
Fantastic views
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2023
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
19 Oct 2023
Our room had a balcony which was beautiful with breathtaking views, but this is a very old hotel. The room and beds were clean, but did have an old smell and very outdated. At one time many years ago I’m sure this was one of the best hotels. I think they still use the same blankets they used when they first opened many years ago. We reserved the room that had a king and 2 twins which ended up being a king and 2 chairs that made a twin. My kids had no complaints they were perfect twins, but the room was very small and when the beds were made out it was very hard to move around the room. Obviously the hotel needs to update their bedding, paint the walls and refresh their lobby that has water stains all over the ceiling, they did update the floors there was no carpet in our room, but for the price we dealt with all of the down sides for the breathtaking view we woke up to.
Jeannette
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Oct 2023
Lovely grand old hotel. Included breakfast was extensive and wonderful.
Randi
Randi, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Oct 2023
Stunning hotel with the most amazing views. Staff very helpful, breakfast plentiful. Great area for getting to and from other towns
Teresa
Teresa, 4-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
16 Oct 2023
Jevon
Jevon, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
15 Oct 2023
Old romantic
Beautiful setting and views
Hope the renovation doesn’t spoil as usual
Monaco style
Fabrizio
Fabrizio, 1-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor
15 Oct 2023
olabode
olabode, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
14 Oct 2023
Very dated and poor standard for the price paid.
The section of the hotel that our room was in was incredibly dated and in poor condition. Old broken furniture and very dreary. On checking in, they requested that we paid an additional 150, as the room was a double room, this despite paying an initial £200 via a hotels.com website. Today, I received a notification that an additional £64.99 was taken from my bank account, and we have no idea why. I have now raised a complaint about this hotel. Very poor all round.
Ruairi
Ruairi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2023
Quiet place just across from Bellagio with restaurants and boat ferries nearby. Slept like a log and woke up to view the sunrise over the misty Alps.
Sean
Sean, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2023
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2023
Stunning views; easy to access bellagio and varenna by ferry.
Cassye
Cassye, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2023
Absolutely loved our stay at the Grand Hotel Cadenabbia. Extremely clean and loved our view and balcony. Our room had everything and more. The breakfast was excellent again with a nice view, the balcony was spacious and beautiful. Hotel staff were amazing greeting us and making us feel welcome as well as ensured we were aware of all the amenities. The hotel was super close to ferries going to Bellagio. Everything was absolutely perfect! Our favourite hotel by far for our Euro trip.
Sook Yan
Sook Yan, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2023
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2023
Excellent hotel, nice locations.
Yosiel
Yosiel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Sept 2023
We stayed at Grand Cadenabbia in Lake Como. The rooms were clean and the property staff was amazing and attentive. I would recommend the hotel to anyone who wishes to stay in a good and friendly hotel.
Ibonne
Ibonne, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 Sept 2023
The views from the hotel were stunning, especially from the 4th floor bar/terrace.
Hotel needs complete renovation. Very dated and dark.
Staff needs training in guest services. Not friendly.
We did get a room upgrade due to the first room having the bedroom in a loft area with stairs.
Arthur
Arthur, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Sept 2023
Great view!
Philip
Philip, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Sept 2023
Great Hotel
The room was beautiful and spacious, with a great balcony overlooking the lake. The hotel is charming, with the feel of an old Grand hotel, but with all modern amenities. We plan on going back.