Hotel

Hotel Olivedo

23829 Varenna LC, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 90 minutes

Hotel Olivedo sits directly on Lake Como's waterfront in Varenna, offering immediate access to boat transportation for ceremony logistics and guest arrivals by water. The 4.1-star property provides 57 rooms across a historic building, meaning your wedding party can stay steps from celebration spaces without coordinating multiple properties. Practical couples appreciate that the lakeside location eliminates venue rental fees at separate ceremony sites—you're working within one compact footprint.

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Highlights

57-room capacity allows 80-120 guests to lodge on-site, streamlining logistics
Direct Lake Como waterfront access enables water-based guest arrivals and boat departures
Historic palazzo architecture dating to the 19th century provides built-in backdrop photography
Piazza Martiri location puts guests within 200 meters of Varenna's main restaurants and ferry terminals
On-site dining and bar service eliminates vendor coordination for receptions

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportMXP

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Plan your wedding at Hotel Olivedo

Getting there

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

90 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€120-180 per vehicle

90 minutes · Direct Milan Malpensa to Hotel Olivedo via A9/SS36 highways

Train + walk

€25-40 per person

150 minutes total · Malpensa Express to Milano Centrale, then Trenitalia to Varenna-Esino station (adjacent to hotel)

Boat transfer

€15-20 per person

1 hour · From Como town center ferry terminal to Varenna dock (hotel waterfront access)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Included with reception minimum or €1,500-2,500

Reception (per guest)

€80-140 (food/beverage, regional variation)

Accommodation (per night)

€120-280 (standard rooms), €250-450 (suites)

Estimated total

€15,000-35,000 for 60-100 guests including lodging for 2 nights

Estimates based on 2024 Lake Como region pricing. Group room rates typically offer 10-15% discount. High season (May-September) commands premium pricing. Service charges and taxes (10%) apply separately.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (day before wedding)

3:00 PMGuest arrivals at Hotel Olivedo; check-in and welcome drinks on waterfront terrace

Saturday (wedding day)

10:00 AMPre-ceremony breakfast and preparation in guest suites

Saturday

3:30 PMGuest seating for waterfront ceremony

4:00 PMCeremony begins on lakefront terrace

5:00 PMAperitivo cocktails and photographs

7:30 PMReception dinner in hotel dining room or garden space

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest departures

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we hold ceremonies at the hotel itself?

Yes. Hotel Olivedo offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces. Outdoor options utilize the waterfront terrace with direct lake views. Contact the hotel directly at http://www.olivedo.it/ for specific setup details and capacity configurations.

What's the guest capacity for receptions?

The hotel accommodates 80-150 guests for seated dinners depending on space configuration. Smaller ceremonies (20-40 people) work well on the waterfront terrace.

How do guests arrive if traveling internationally?

Milan Malpensa Airport (80km away, 90 minutes by car/train) is the primary entry point. Many couples arrange boat transfers from Como town (30km) or train arrivals at Varenna station directly adjacent to the hotel.

What's included in room rates for wedding guests?

Standard hotel amenities apply. Couples typically negotiate group room rates and may secure complimentary suites for the wedding party. Confirm package details directly with the venue.