About

Lake Como Hostel La Primula is just 50 meters from the lake shore. Staying at the hostel means immersing yourself in the true Lake Como experience, with breathtaking views from both the rooms and the indoor and outdoor common areas.

The hostel features 13 rooms, including dormitories and private rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Housekeeping is performed daily, and free Wi-Fi is available in both common areas and rooms.

The hostel also boasts a lake-view bar and restaurant, Hosteria de Menas, where you can enjoy a lively atmosphere, affordable drinks, local specialties, Italian classics, and gourmet burgers. (Closed in winter)

Kayak rentals are available. Just across the road, you’ll find a public beach, while the ferry dock and town center are only a few minutes away.

Located in Menaggio (Mid-Lake), the hostel is a strategic base for exploring Lake Como, even using public transport. Our multilingual staff is happy to provide recommendations for hiking trails and sightseeing spots.

The hostel also organizes cooking classes and, through local partners, offers Italian language courses, sailing and rock climbing lessons, guided bike tours, hiking excursions, and more.

CHECK-IN: Every day: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM - For late arrivals, check-in may be arranged only with prior phone agreement. Guests arriving outside check-in hours without prior agreement will be considered no-show.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Free cancellation up to 5 days before arrival (except for non-refundable rates).
Late cancellation (less than 5 days before arrival) will incur a charge equal to the first night’s stay.
No-show or cancellation of a non-refundable booking will result in full charge of the stay.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

8.9Fabulous(2039)
  • Value for Money
    8.9
  • Security
    9.1
  • Atmosphere
    8.8
  • Cleanliness
    8.9
  • Staff
    9.2
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    7.9
Summary of traveller reviews

Lake Como Hostel La Primula in Italy offers stunning lake views and a fantastic location near the ferry port and beach. Guests praise the friendly and helpful staff, vibrant atmosphere, and affordable on-site restaurant. Some recent reviews mention rooms can be hot without air conditioning, and bathrooms could be cleaner.

Stayed in Oct 2026
6.6
A
Alexander
Male, 31-40, Malaysia
There is no kitchen for us to cook and eat our own meals. Also, the bed is so small and the room is so stuffy. I also got mosquito bites. I stayed in 4 beds room. There are no lights for each bed. There is only main light of the room. There’s also no place for you to put your things like phones wallets etc beside your bed. The space for toilet and bathroom is also very small. I also left my watch in the room but the staff doesn’t reply me if they have found my watch at the room or not.
Stayed in Sept 2026
8.0
G
Gabriella
Female, 18-24, Australia
Great rooms, staff, and price but there are no facilities like kitchen or lounge room and not many bathrooms either.
Stayed in Aug 2026
5.4
S
Shirley
Female, 18-24, Netherlands
The room was insanely hot because there is no A/C in all rooms on second floor. Even during a heatwave, only fans that barely work.. Made us waking up sick/sleep deprived/claustrophobic. Room is too small and not hygienic in that situation.. Which is a shame since the location, staff and restaurant are nice!!
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Location

Via IV Novembre 106, Menaggio, Lake Como, Italy
25.6km from city centre