In a sheltered lakeside position on the western shores of Lake Como, Cadenabbia is a super spot for a lakes and mountain holiday - with Mount Crocione behind you, you can look across the lake for wonderful views of the headland village of Bellagio and the Dolomite mountain range beyond. It has been a popular health resort with the British since Victorian times – indeed Queen Victoria herself chose to holiday in Cadenabbia and one of the country’s first Anglican churches was built here in 1891. Other notable heads of state who have sojourned here including Nicholas II, Kaiser Guglielmo II and Pope Pio XI; Mary Shelley wrote about Cadenabbia as long ago as 1844, and a few years later Guiseppe Verdi composed Traviata in the peace and quiet of Villa Ricordo (Villa Margherita). Between the 17th and 19th centuries many other villas were built here and nearby including Villa Collina, Villa Giuseppina and Villa Norella.
Cadenabbia Holidays
Stretching across the west lake promenade
Useful Information
Resort Code: ITCA
Languages spoken: Italian
Time difference: GMT+1
Currency: EUR
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from£502pp
- 187 rooms
From its central position on the lake front of Cadenabbia, the former palace now known as Grand Hotel Cadenabbia has retained its Edwardian grandeur and combined its classical charm with modern levels of comfort and timeless elegance.
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from£432pp
- 284 rooms
With spectacular views across Lake Como towards Bellagio, The Britannia Excelsior enjoys an unbeatable location just steps away from the ferry landing stage.
Travel and Transportation
| Departure day | To | Depart from | Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday |
Milan | Gatwick Heathrow Luton Cambridge Birmingham Manchester Edinburgh |
Nil/£19 Nil/£19 Nil/£19 £19 £49/£69 £89/£59 £39/£69 |
Transfer Approx. 2hrs by coach.
Supplements: are based on 7 nights departures.
Self drive is available
Car hire available: No
Evening resort bus service: No
Local bus services:
Parking available: No
Resort Ski bus available: No
Inghams Plus
- Inghams Saver Plus: Save £50 per couple for Summer 2019 departures - whilst stocks last!
- Excursion Savings - see Excursions tab
- Early Booking Offers at selected hotels
- Inghams Rep based in resort
Special Offers
Excursions
EXCURSIONS
We offer a range of guided excursions to help you make the most of your holiday.
Special Excursion Packages for Summer 19
Pre-book any of the excursion packages below, and save up to £20
Milan + Bergamo + St. Moritz £125 : Booking Code: A
Milan + Bergamo + Stresa and Orta £126 : Booking Code: B
Milan + St Moritz + Stresa and Orta £129: Booking Code: C
Pre-Bookable
St. Moritz from £46, full day, Monday
Into Switzerland and the Engadine Valley. The spectacular Bernina Express train is included.
Bergamo from £43, ¾ day, Thursday
A guided visit of one of Italy’s most impressive Medieval cities. Cost of ferry ticket to pick up point not included. (approx €8 return).
Milan £43, full day, Tuesday
Visit the Sforza Castle, Scala Opera House and gothic Duomo. City guide included.
Stresa and Lake Orta from £48, full day, Friday
Sophisticated Lake Maggiore and tranquil Orta are such a contrast.
Book Locally | Prices are for guidance only.
- Villas of Como from £38, half day
- Lugano and Morcote from £43, full day
Please note we act at all times as selling agent for the suppliers of activities & excursions. See terms & conditions.
Things To Do
- Use the ferries to explore the lake
- 18 hole golf course at Menaggio
- Hiking around Monte Grona (above Menaggio)
- Mountain biking trails around lake
- Trips to well-known Villas of Balbianello (Lenno), Carlotta (Tremezzo) and Monastero (Varenna)
- Como Town - 30 minutes away by hydrofoil
Activity Information
Things to do in Cadenabbia
With glorious lakes and mountain scenery around you it’s tempting to laze around and do very little, but if you feel energetic and fancy exploring there is a delightful (if steep) walk up to the 16th century church of San Martino. There is nearby Griante to explore, the famous Villa Carlotta botanical gardens are on the way to nearby Tremezzo and, of course, everyone on a holiday to Lake Como is bound to take a boat trip - or three!
Walking
The Green Way | Easy | Approx 4 hrs (return by bus) |
This walk takes you through some of the most charming villages on Lake Como; Sala Comacina, Ossuccio, Lenno, Mezzegra, Tremezzo and Cadenabbia before arriving at the village of Griante. A great opportunity to get to know the area around Tremezzo and Cadenabbia before exploring further.
You can combine Cadenabbia with any resort on Lake Como or Lake Maggiore
