Lake Como, ItalyComo
DBH Duomo Boutique Hotel
Artisan clerical residence
Artisan clerical residence
The former clerical quarters now run as a compact boutique hotel, looking directly out at Como Cathedral.
What it’s good at
Listed
Former clerical quarters facing the cathedral, where nineteen-nineties lightning debris struck the facade.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Occupying a former clerical building directly across from Como Cathedral, DBH Boutique Hotel is as central as it gets in the old town.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Como Cathedral stands directly across the street, and the lakefront ferry terminal is a short walk away.
The rooms
Herringbone parquet and wood-slatted walls line the bedrooms, and bathrooms are finished in solid marble.
Restaurant
Bottega Comacini
Danilo Vella oversees contemporary bistro cooking beneath a coffered ceiling. Breakfast brings fresh pastries displayed under glass cloches.
How it began
A 1990 lightning strike shattered the cathedral's marble spire across the street, hurling stone fragments into the facade.
Lake Como
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Our shorthand
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.