Seventy years of stratification
Villa Crispi was designed in the 1950s by a rationalist architect who, however, never lived there. Instead, seven children lived there for the next forty years: when we took it over, the house still bore traces of them all.
The renovation brought to light eighty square meters of unused space that had never been built out. We used this space for an extension with a clean, minimalist design, an experimental project inspired by Scandinavian brutalism: steel canopy beds, rust-effect walls, and open shelving.
The original rationalist style remains intact. The two architectural styles engage in a dialogue, room by room, without either one overshadowing the other.
6 categories of experience
Each room is named after one of Como’s most famous villas: Villa Olmo, Balbianello, Saporiti, Grumello, Carlotta, Pliniana, and Melzi. Reservations are made by room category. The property is adults-only.
On the reinforced concrete wall of the garden suite, the architect’s pencil markings are still visible: measurements, dimensions, and a date. We have preserved them to showcase them just as they were.
A body of water
Sixteen square meters of water in the heart of a bustling city. All around, a few places to sit, the shade of trees, and silence. That’s the reason behind our adults-only policy — and you can really feel it.
A culinary getaway
Served entirely at the table, never as a buffet. You order it the night before using a form in your room. The menu changes daily, reflecting the season, and features just a few carefully selected ingredients.
In the summer, dining by the pool is a whole different experience: discover our selection of dishes, courtesy of the Como Covered Market, just a stone’s throw from here.
Wine and Prosecco labels from Borgo Molino, perfect for sipping by the pool before or after a refreshing dip. In Italy, the aperitif is a tradition, and we know that well.
What you need to know
The villa does not accommodate children: this is a deliberate choice, made to ensure peace and quiet in the garden.
Check-in is from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and check-out is by 11:00 a.m. If you arrive earlier, we'll store your luggage for you.
Upon request, served at your table from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
We serve a selection of pasta dishes and a variety of cold meals, perfect for a quick bite.
Limited seating in the villa; available upon request.
We cannot accommodate them at any of our facilities.
Just a stone's throw from the Duomo
You're on a quiet street, with the city walls just a short walk away: step outside, and in five minutes you're in the square; in ten, you're at the lakefront with the boats. The funicular to Brunate is a 15-minute walk away.