Hotel

Casa sull'Albero

23864 Malgrate LC, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 90 minutes by car

Casa sull'Albero operates as a working hotel on the shores of Lake Como, meaning your guests have immediate accommodation without coordinating separate lodging. The property's lakeside location eliminates the need to transport attendees between ceremony, reception, and rooms—a significant logistical advantage for destination weddings. With direct water access and period architecture, the venue handles both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations within its existing infrastructure.

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Highlights

Located directly on Lake Como's shore in Malgrate, offering water-view ceremony and reception backdrops
Operates as a 4.5-star rated hotel with on-site guest rooms, consolidating accommodation and venue logistics
Viale Penati address provides easy road access via SS36 (Como-Lecco highway), approximately 40 minutes from Milan
Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests, accommodating both intimate ceremonies and full-scale receptions
Hotel amenities include restaurant service, which can customize wedding menus and handle catering operations

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportMXP

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Plan your wedding at Casa sull'Albero

Getting there

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

90 minutes by car to venue

Car rental from Milan Malpensa

€40-70 rental (daily rate)

90 minutes · Via A9/E36 toward Como, exit at Lecco-Malgrate

Train + car service

€12-20 train + €35-50 car service

75 minutes total · Milan Central to Lecco regional train, then 15-minute car transfer to Malgrate

Private car service

€120-180 per vehicle

90 minutes · Door-to-door transfer from Milan Malpensa to Malgrate

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,500-3,500 (venue rental + setup)

Reception (per guest)

€85-150 (catering, beverages, service)

Accommodation (per night)

€100-250 per room (varies by season and room type)

Estimated total

€15,000-35,000 for 75 guests (ceremony, reception 5 hours, accommodation 1 night)

Prices are estimates based on Italian Lake Como hotel-venues; final quotes require direct consultation. Off-season (November-March) typically offers 15-20% reductions. Weekend premium fees may apply.

Sample wedding weekend

Day before

Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival; check-in at hotel; welcome dinner option

Wedding day

10:00 AMGuest arrivals; pre-ceremony refreshments

11:30 AMLakeside ceremony

1:00 PMCocktail hour with lake views

2:30 PMReception: multi-course dinner and dancing

Day after

MorningBreakfast; guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can guests stay at the venue?

Yes. Casa sull'Albero is a functioning hotel, so wedding guests can book rooms directly, simplifying logistics and eliminating separate accommodation coordination.

What is the maximum guest capacity?

The venue accommodates up to 150 guests for weddings, with flexible configurations for ceremonies and receptions.

Is catering provided in-house?

Yes. The hotel's restaurant team manages catering and menu planning, typically included as part of wedding packages.

What are the nearest transportation hubs?

Milan Malpensa Airport is approximately 90 minutes by car; Milan Central Station (train) is 45 minutes away. Lake Como is serviced by regional trains stopping in Lecco (15 minutes by car).

Are outdoor ceremonies possible?

The lakeside setting permits outdoor ceremonies with water views, though weather contingencies and covered backup spaces should be confirmed directly with the venue.