HOTEL MERIDIANA – Lakeside Comfort in Bellano

Hotel Meridiana sits directly on the shores of Lake Como with a private beach area accessible from its garden. Guests can use sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach, or take out kayaks and a paddleboat for hire. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Bellano's train station and ferry terminal, connecting to Varenna and Dervio.

La Dolce Vita restaurant serves meals on a lake-view terrace with removable windows, offering panoramic lake views. The chef runs a cooking class a few mornings a week where guests make pizza. A wine cellar on site organizes tastings for groups.

Most rooms have a furnished balcony overlooking Lake Como, with flat-screen TV and private bathroom with bath and shower. The hotel offers queen, king, suite, and quadruple room configurations, including a disability-accessible queen room. All rooms include a mini fridge and tea/coffee maker.

A solarium with a hot tub sits on a lake-view terrace available for guests. On-site spa services include body treatments, massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures. The open-air bath and beauty services like waxing and make-up are also offered.

The family-run hotel welcomes children with family rooms and kids' meals in the restaurant. Pets are allowed with pet bowls provided, and breakfast is served buffet-style with made-to-order coffee. Private parking is available for a fee, and the hotel has a ski storage room for winter guests.

Location: Direct lakefront with private beach

Rooms: Lake-view balconies in most rooms

Dining: La Dolce Vita restaurant with terrace

Wellness: Solarium hot tub & on-site spa

Activities: Cooking class, kayak & paddleboat hire

Family & Pets: Family rooms and pet-friendly policy