Lombard farmstead sanctuary
The restored agricultural estate serves as a quiet, rural sanctuary set apart from Lake Como's crowded waterfront.
What it’s good at
Notable
A restored fifteenth-century Lombard agricultural estate centered on its original manor villa.
Notable
Lombard regional recipes using estate herbs, served inside the farmstead's converted historic stables.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Dandelion Como Suites & Park is a classic 15th-century agricultural estate … transformed into a 21st-century boutique hotel without sacrificing any of its historical atmosphere.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The estate lies in rural Villa Guardia, fifteen minutes southwest of Como and its lakefront.
The rooms
Rooms and courtyard apartments pair exposed timber beams and original stonework with minimalist contemporary joinery.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The seasonal outdoor pool sits on the open park lawn, bordered by sun loungers under mature trees.
The sauna
A freestanding Finnish sauna cabin stands among the garden trees, opening onto a quiet stone terrace.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Ristorante Arabella
Set beneath timber beams and an open-air portico, the dining room serves Comascan dishes alongside local Lombard wines.
At the table
Mornings bring fresh Italian tarts and regional pastries to tables set beside deep garden windows.
How it began
The 15th-century agricultural estate spent decades as a private countryside holiday retreat for a Milanese family.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.