Would you fancy a lovely afternoon by the promenade, sipping espresso or eating gelato while admiring Lake Como? If your answer is yes, then Menaggio should be your next travel destination. This charming Italian town on the western shores of Lake Como offers quaint cafes and restaurants, a picturesque square, family-friendly beaches, and a romantic ambiance. One of the must-visits is Villa Mylius Vigoni, an elegant 19th-century villa featuring a sprawling English garden with a backdrop of the lake. Every angle looks like a painting. The town also boasts a central location, so you can easily explore nearby towns such as Bellagio and Varenna via ferry. These are just some of the sights to see in this beautiful town. Read on for the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Menaggio, Italy, to find a place to stay when you visit.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 08, 2024.
1. Cozy and rustic home in a historic building (from USD 95)
This lovely studio is full of character. It is set in a 600-year-old building and features upcycled furniture. The rental is also located in the heart of Menaggio, with ferry services, shops, and restaurants just a short walk from the property.
The apartment is well equipped with amenities to guarantee a great vacation. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking essentials. Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, toiletries, and bedroom comforts are provided. The studio sleeps three people, with two beds and one bathroom.
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the wifi is good enough to stream the radio etcthe apartment itself is exactly as per the pictures and has a very nice homely feelCleanliness:
the apartment is really beautiful and cleanit is really clean and easy to findthe apartment is nicely decorated very clean and well equipped as in the descriptionthe place is very much as presented in the photographs and is clean and tidyit was super clean and is located in the centerHost:
vittoria was a great hostwe were met by victoria who was friendly & helpfulotherwise lovely apartment and hostvittoria was a great and caring hostit kind of felt like homeRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous location and an adorable flatthis apartment is a great location so close to the lake and in the middle of the townthe location is perfect - very near to the city center the lake shops and restaurantslocation is great and everything is so close thanks a lot for our stay :)a perfect location and cozy spot to spend a holiday
2. Colorful home with beautiful lake views (from USD 268)
This beautiful home is set in a three-story period villa located in Castello, the historical part of Menaggio, and features modern and eclectic interiors. If you’re looking for unique accommodations, then this one’s for you.
The house has two bedrooms and one bathroom that sleeps five. The ground floor has an open-plan layout with a bright and colorful living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a charming dining room. On the lower ground floor, there’s a lovely garden with views of the lake, perfect for alfresco dining.
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the furnishings were stylish and comfortablethe wi-fi worked well and we enjoyed watching movies on big screen tvamazing view peaceful accommodation in stylish apartmentwe appreciated the large dining table the oversized relaxing couch the modern kitchen the bedroom and the windowsthis apartment was perfect for a family of 4Cleanliness:
space was very clean and communication was on pointit was very cleancomfortable bedrooms and everything very cleannicha and paul’s place is great - large place newly renovated and sparkling cleanthe place is very stylish and everything is new and spotlessly cleanHost:
otherwise lovely stay with communicative hoststhe hosts provide very helpful tips for boat rentals bars restaurants and tripsnicha was very helpful and available to answer any questionsthe information the owners wrote down about the house and menaggio was helpful and completewe can understand the owners felt in love with this charming house in menaggioRead more reviewsLocation:
stylish well equipped house in a beautiful elevated locationwe loved the interiors and location of the villathis is such a nice place and perfect locationgreat location close to menaggio’s center but really calm and quietwhat a charming house in beautiful location to enjoy a stay in menaggio
3. Villa Damia (from USD 210)
Sunbathe in a private garden while enjoying the view of Lake Como when you stay in this charming villa with direct access to the lake. Villa Damia is a two-story rental that sleeps five guests, with one bedroom, three beds, and one bathroom.
Guests will love lounging in the living room with an L-shaped sofa, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a huge window that opens to the terrace with a dining area. There’s also a balcony in the upstairs bedroom that lets in the breeze, treating guests to a relaxing atmosphere.
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we appreciated the stocked kitchen (microwave utensils wine opener coffee some seasoningsthe home was everything we could have wished for beautiful views great kitchen and a washerthe apartment is perfect for a couple or small familyCleanliness:
very clean safe and lovelythe inside space is nice and large and is very clean and well maintainedthe place was clean well-air-conditioned (it was warm in august) and nicely doneHost:
friendly and helpful hostthanks again to our hostsamazing great host and great housericcardo was super responsive and flexible - the perfect hostriccardo is a gentleman and a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is absolutely beautiful literally right over the waterthe location is good -- about a 15-20 minute walk to mennagiothis place is in the perfect locationthe walk to town is a good 15 minutesferries are just a short distance and even walking to stores and restaurants is easy
4. Villa Giuliana (from USD 147)
Housed in a 20th-century villa with a beautiful shared garden, this cozy attic apartment for five is perfect for a group of friends or a small family. Villa Giuliana has one bedroom, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a spacious terrace.
Guests can expect a living room with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a washer, and Wi-Fi. The property is also a few steps away from Lake Como.
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the balcony was nice for having breakfast thereCleanliness:
lovely apartment with everything you need the apartment was very clean and the furnishing was also very modernit is very clean and you are only seconds away from the lakesideHost:
the hosts are equally wonderfulgreat host and a very cosy place in menaggio we can strongly recommend this spacious apartmentalberto and roxana are very friendly and attentive hosts and the communication was very easy and quickRead more reviewsLocation:
i’d recommend this location to anyone in a heartbeatgorgeous place amazing location lovely peoplethe apartment is very spacious well kept and in a perfect location
5. Modern apartment with private outdoor pool (from USD 116)
Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Como while lounging in your private pool on this beautiful property. This rental comfortably sleeps up to six guests, with two bedrooms, four beds, and one bathroom.
Amenities for a hassle-free stay include a full modern kitchen, a cozy living room with a flat-screen TV, an in-unit washer, and Wi-Fi. The best part is it is located in a quiet neighborhood but is also just a short walk from the town proper. There’s a nice ice cream shop nearby, too.
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beautiful view to the lake and large balkony to enjoy breakfast and other mealsthe balcony with view of lake como is spectacular the pool too is amazingbeautiful apartment with an amazing view also very nice pool with an even more amazing viewapartment had great view of lake comosmall apartment with a nice view and a shared poolCleanliness:
the space was clean and spaciousvery clean and you have all you needthe place was spotless and the pool was greatthe apartment was very clean and had everything we neededthe swimming pool is nice and cleanHost:
she is very friendlygreat place really nice hosts and very helpfulantonella was a great host and checked in that we had everything we neededthank you for hosting us antonellathanks again to antonella; we definitely recommend her as a hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location is excellent and close to attractions of lake como areaa great location to explore lake comolovely stay location is beautiful and apartment has everything you need during your stay - really thought throughthere is a nice walk nearby to the crocetta with amazing viewthe perfect place to spend a few days exploring the beautiful lake como and surrounding areas
6. Spacious apartment with terrace and shared outdoor pool (from USD 191)
The views from this apartment are simply breathtaking. It boasts a terrace with 120 square meters (1,291 square feet) of space and outdoor furniture, ideal for alfresco dining and lounging. You can admire Lake Como and the mountains from here.
This fully air-conditioned rental comes with two bedrooms and one bathroom to accommodate four guests. It also has a full kitchen, a living room with an L-shaped sofa bed and a flat-screen cable TV, Wi-Fi, and a shared outdoor pool.
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beautiful apartment with an incredible view over menaggio and lake of comothis apartment is just amazing sunrise until sunset a nice pool and the view is absolutely fantasticthe pool was very nice as wellRead more reviewsHost:
it was easy to communicate with the owner when we had questions about the appliances
7. Lario Elegante (from USD 215)
This charming apartment for four has all the makings of a classic Italian home. Set on a historic building with a beautiful shared garden, Lario Elegante features a terrace where guests can enjoy breakfast while taking in views of Lake Como.
The interior is awash with pops of color that give it a homey vibe. The apartment also has plenty of windows, filling the space with natural light. There are two bedrooms, one bathroom, a kitchen, and a living room.
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nice spacious apartment with a stunning lake viewapartment is well equipped stylish with an amazing view of the lakelovely apartment with wonderful viewsthank you for a lovely stay the apartment is very spacious and with wonderful views of the lakei spent three beautiful days with my wife and daughter in the mennagio apartmentCleanliness:
everything was very clean and tidy and the location of the apartment was very good- generally good clean apartment- fast responses in case of any question- minor technical issues (iHost:
host was extremely helpfulmanagement is fast and helpfulnicolette was a great hosti highly recommend this place and the hostthe communication with the host was very easy and niceRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatperfect location right next to the menaggio ferry station and just a few minutes walk into towna wonderful location at the comolake and a very short walk to terrasses and shopsabsolutely love apartment and great locationoutstanding apartment location and service from nicolette and frederica
8. Romantic apartment with gorgeous views of the old town (from USD 201)
Imagine walking through cobblestone streets up to your apartment, and upon entering, stunning views of Lake Como and the medieval rooftops of old town welcome you. You don’t need to imagine when you stay in this gorgeous property. A contrast to its historic location, this rental features a contemporary vibe, with modern amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living room with a flat-screen TV, a washer, and Wi-Fi.
The apartment is ideal for couples but can sleep up to three guests. It comes with a spacious bedroom and a bathroom.
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this place is amazing super thoughtful little touches in the apartment comfortable bed and amazing views of the lakethere view was gorgeous there were nice little touches all over the apartment and cristina responded quicklyCleanliness:
the bed is comfortable and the place is clean cool and airythe place was amazing the flat was very clean cozy and it immediately felt like homethe bed is amazing the bathroom is wonderful everything is updated bright clean and moderneverything was to our complete satisfaction - communication location cleanliness equipped apartment and so onHost:
the hosts were great communicators and their property manager anna was lovelywell setup and very helpful hostanna was incredibly helpful and went above and beyond to ensure a positive stay for usRead more reviewsLocation:
only a short walk to town the location was perfect with access to everything neededit's in good running distance to the center and at the same time cool and quiet
9. Clean and comfy apartment in a quiet neighborhood (from USD 58)
Have a good night’s sleep in this strategically located apartment. It sits in a neighborhood where traffic is restricted but is also just a few minutes away from town proper. Housed in a recently renovated 400-year-old building, this rental is perfect for a small family.
The unit comes with amenities such as a small but fully functioning kitchen, a TV, a washer, and Wi-Fi. There’s also a garden outside where you can enjoy breakfast. The apartment sleeps three, with one bedroom and one bathroom.
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a unique location in the beautiful old city center of menaggio
10. Luxury villa for a family vacation (from USD 140)
This villa is the perfect vacation home for your family while in Menaggio. It is sizable enough for six guests, featuring two bedrooms, a sofa bed in the living room, and two spacious bathrooms with a tub and a shower. The kitchen comes with modern appliances for a delicious home-cooked feast. The living room features comfy couches and two TVs.
The highlight of this property is the large garden that boasts panoramic views of Lake Como. There are outdoor furniture, barbecue facilities, and a swimming pool, so you can enjoy a party with the family.
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the kitchen is a highlight the view from the bedrooms is phenomenalCleanliness:
everything was super cleaneverything inside is new and cleanit is way more beautiful than the pictures show and everything was cleanRead more reviewsHost:
stefania is a very good host as she cares a lot for her guests
Explore Menaggio and Lake Como
Lake Como is one of the most popular places to visit in Lombardy, and one must see it in person to understand its allure. Menaggio is the perfect base for exploring the area not only for its central location to ferry services, but also for its local charm. Book any of our recommended accommodations to experience the beauty of Menaggio and Lake Como.
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