Arriving in Tremezzina was like landing in Paradise and Hotel La Darsena was just the icing on the cake. I booked not having any real idea where to stay in Como and we could not have been happier. This adorable little boutique hotel has the most magnificent view from it's restaurant terrace and this was the main reason I booked. We had a loft room which was adorable and looked out over the lake. The location is perfect, Bellagio is literally a stones throw across the water and the ferry terminal is a 2 minute walk. It is so convenient. The slow ferry is about 2hrs from como but the rapid is only about 40 minutes. There is a beautiful park almost next door that you can plant yourself with a towel and swim if you wish. If you stay here, definitely take the ferry to Varenna, the most gorgeous town, you wont be disappointed. I was so happy we based ourselves here and was sad to leave this idyllic location. Do not base yourselves in Como Central, spend the day there exploring instead, any of these small towns North are much nicer. I definitely hope to come back. Bear in mind, this is a boutique hotel, you wont have room service or a kettle etc but you will feel like family and the rooms are generous and clean and so welcoming. The restaurant was delicious, one of the best meals we had while we were there. 10/10 recommend.