Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Varenna

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Food court
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

Map
Piazza San Giorgio 2, Varenna, LC, 23829
  • Branch of Lecco
    1 min walk
  • San Giovanni Battista Church
    1 min walk
  • Royal Victoria
    2 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    64 min drive

Room options

Premium Room, Balcony, Lake View

  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, Balcony, Lake View (Execuitive)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Varenna

City center retreat .Steps from the hotel, you'll find Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences and San Giovanni Battista Church. Branch of Lecco and Royal Victoria are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal Victoria - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Villa Monastero - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Castello di Vezio - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bellagio Port - 25 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Villa Serbelloni - 26 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 9 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Il Molo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Cambusa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Passerella - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Punta - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Varenna - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels

4-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Varenna
Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels offers its guests a full-service spa, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian Varenna hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1838
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Private winery tours
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 5 and March 15.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 40 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 - 29 February, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal Victoria
Hotel Royal Victoria Varenna
Royal Hotel Victoria
Royal Victoria
Royal Victoria Hotel
Royal Victoria Varenna
Victoria Royal Hotel
Hotel Royal Victoria
Hotel Royal Victoria by R Collection Hotels
Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels Hotel
Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels Varenna
Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels Hotel Varenna

Hotel Royal Victoria - by R Collection Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 301 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 301 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 301 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 301 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 301 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Judith, Lisle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While the property is beautiful the rooms are not $700 per night worthy. They are barren, bathrooms very tiny, air conditioning barely worked. The balcony was wonderful however we've started at other properties with balconies with views and have spent considerably less, even in high demand areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orfirio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in Varenna. View from the property is amazing. Breakfast was excellent. Staff is friendly. Rooms are small but offer all the amenities you might need. Several restaurants are close by as well as a church and a bakery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location…friendly staff!
We loved this Hotel bc it was right in the middle of the piazza. So many fabulous bistros, cafes and restaurants. The house cleaners were great as was the staff in general.
View from the lake.
Swans and ducks on the beach.
Breakfast
Gorgeous laneways and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Naperville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing staff. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding views, staff and location
Outstanding property and great location to stay if you’re a first time visitor to the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN, Boynton Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location with amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Varenna
This is a gorgeous place to stay with beautiful views of Lake Como. The service and quality is impeccable. Fabulous breakfast and all the staff are so helpful. It’s in a great location in Piazza san Giorgio. Close to everything and many restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Varenna and the Hotel Royal Victoria. We had a view of the lake with a small balcony. We enjoyed the pool, the included breakfast, and the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yamil

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

bob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will look at coming back when there aren’t as many tourists…like me!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxana, Etobicoke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and service! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marcela, Ciudad de Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner in the room doesn’t work. The view and location is really great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you plan for your staying in Varenna to become a memorable experience then look no further than the Royal Victoria Hotel! We Indulge in late afternoon drinks/cocktails at the bar downstairs looking over at the beautiful lake in front of us. Service and attention to customers at this hotel makes you feel like royalty!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about our stay was amazing!!! From the friendly staff, our beautiful room, the delicious breakfast, and of course the VIEW!!! The location is so perfect, simply breathtaking and so easy to get to/from the train and the ferry. Highly recommend taking advantage of the Botanic Garden in the sister property next door, it’s incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey, Slough

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful experience staying in this hotel. It’s a fabulous location and beautiful building but that’s where it ends. The room was small and we were above the kitchen so the room smelt of burnt cooking oil. We did make the staff aware but they didn’t offer to move us and were really unhelpful. They made out they had no idea of the problem!! But we found other complaints about the same issue from other travellers and also the porter mentioned they had issues with smell in these rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay here, great location in the center of town, very walkable and close to the botanical gardens. 10/10 recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding hotel in every regard
Truly beautiful hotel in an amazing setting. The views are outstanding and the property offers everything you need. The staff was exceptional in their service and friendliness. We stayed in lake front room (112) and it had a spectacular view and large balcony to enjoy it on. Although it was a bit small by American standards, it worked just fine.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & very nice rooms. Front desk staff was not cooperative & forgot to follow thru on several items. Disappointed they were not willing to upgrade us to lake view. Breakfast is incredible with both selection & quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Great view of Lake Como
Our stay in Varenna definitely met our expectations for our dream trip to Lake Como, and staying at the Royal Victoria and the balcony view from our room was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024