Reviews of B&B Zia Maria
Via Dongo, 2 fraz. Catasco, 22010 Garzeno, Italy

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Reviewed: 25 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThe view was incredible. The host is very kind and is there for you to help with anything you need.
The road to the accommodation is a little bit tight, but it’s a nice challenge with great views. It was a little cold in the room, but with the blanket it was ok.
Reviewed: 19 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewexceptional service!
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Reviewed: 17 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewEverything is very nice. It was very clean and cozy. We had a balcony with a beautiful view of the mountains and a piece of the lake. The owners were very nice and helpful. Breakfast was good contains only sweet things - croissants, Nutella, jam, nothing like cheese, ham, normal bread.
Location - The village is a bit far from Lake Como and is accessed via very narrow, winding paths. Especially when it rains it's super uncomfortable.
Reviewed: 31 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe hosts are kind and really accommodating. I'd booked the wrong dates, thus we showed up a month earlier. They still welcomed us and made our short stay possible. Really nice location, close to the lake bit up in the hills with a true v illage atmosphere.
Reviewed: 31 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe host were extremely nice and friendly and the room was super clean. The location is amazing and only 20 min drive from lake como. The breakfast was really good every morning especially the hot chocolate. Highly recommended if you are going for a holiday around lake como. They also accommodated us with a cot which was really clean.
Everything was really good.
Reviewed: 31 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe family was extremely friendly, welcoming and hospitable. The room and bathroom clean and a good size. The view from the balcony was outstanding.
When you are not used to it the road is tricky.
Reviewed: 18 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewWe felt at home. The room is super clean with a familiar nice fragrance of freshness. The location is stunning with the windows open directly on the mountains. Home made breakfast prepared by Michele's mum and served in a large dining room.
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Reviewed: 8 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewA charming and great family business with friendly, direct hosts. The accommodation is a few km from Lake Como, but it's like being in another world. The approach to the house seemed difficult at first on the narrow and winding road for the last few kilometres, but by the next day we had adopted the local customs. While the lakeside is bustling, up on the mountain it is peaceful and quiet. The panorama is magnificent. The accommodation is very clean, the bed is comfortable and the room has a large en-suite bathroom. Breakfast is real Italian, with sweet flavours. Every morning there is also some kind of homemade pastry on the table, I have never had such delicacies. The kindness, helpfulness and directness of the hosts was very nice and although there were some language difficulties with the parents, it was not disturbing because I learned a lot of Italian expressions. Michele is the son of the parents and speaks English. This was the first time we stayed in B&B accommodation, but if it is like this we will prefer it in the future. Although we saw a lot of the area, I hope to come back here again. Thank you to the owners for giving us such a lovely holiday.
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Reviewed: 11 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewVery friendly family run B&B, very helpful and attentive and the B&B is in a beautiful setting. The location is very peaceful and just 10mins up the mountain from the lake and village of Dongo. The view from the balcony was amazing. The family make you feel so welcome and we would definitely love to return again one day.
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Thank you so much! We hope to see you again!
Reviewed: 4 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewA thousand thanks! If you return to this area, you are welcome!
Reviewed: 23 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewAmazing view & host
Road a bit narrow going up but manouverble
Reviewed: 15 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewWhat a view! For that view you need to drive a road that some people would find difficult. But you get used to it and the locals are so understanding and assertive to help where they can to let you pass by. The breakfast was a typical Italian breakfast with good strong coffee and sweet pastries (every day something different). This small B&B is run by a very kind and warm family, where nothing is too much to ask. The son speaks good English and is happy to give suggestions for a good experience at the Como lake (places to visit/relax/shop, foods to try, hikes). The parents only speak Italian, but they are so heartwarming and kind that it doesn't matter and the charm wouldn't be the same without their personality.
Thank you, it was a pleasure to welcome you and make you feel at home! We hope to see you again one day! If you come back to this area in the future, you are welcome!
Reviewed: 14 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewVery kind host, a view of the lake, ravine, and the old village.
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed staying here! Good day! See you soon!
Reviewed: 26 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThere was nothing we did not like. We spent 10 days driving around trying to find the real Italy and (un)fortunately found it on our last day! The staff were amazing. A lovely family who helped with everything possible. Apart from the manager, not much English is spoken so prepare for the proper Italian experience. We would have loved to stay longer. Expect a fun drive/trip to get there and beautiful views. To top it off, my car broke on the way there and the father bought me some bits to help me get it going again. Really lovely family!
A thousand thanks! How many compliments I am very happy that you enjoyed our welcome, we always try to do our best to make your stay pleasant. We were pleased to have you as our guests, if you come back here one day you will always be welcome!
A thousand thanks! How many compliments I am very happy that you enjoyed our welcome, we always try to do our best to make your stay pleasant. We were pleased to have you as our guests, if you come back here one day you will always be welco… Show more
Reviewed: 18 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewGreat location with wonderful views of Lake Como. If you want an authentic experience of Italian mountain villages this is for you. Michele speaks great English and was able to offer us helpful advice about the local area.
The road up to the village is very steep with lots of sharp bends. It's fine if you know what to expect.
I am very happy that you enjoyed this experience! If you come back here in the future, you are welcome.
Reviewed: 12 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewNeat and clean with the sweetest family hosting it
A bit off grid
Thank you, we do our best! If you come back here you are welcome! A special hello to little Daniel!
Reviewed: 6 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewI loved the location as it gives an awesome view around the mountains. The host is very friendly and gives honest information. The beds were very comfortable and bathrooms were clean. Breakfast was delicious.
The roads towards hotel location are bit difficult. There was no lift so had to carry heavy bags on 2nd floor.
I am very pleased that you enjoyed your stay here. Thank you
Reviewed: 2 August 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewStaff and location where exception. Slightly out the way so travel by car or motorbike. Amazing breakfast everyday.
A thousand thanks! if you come back to these places, come back and visit us!
Reviewed: 30 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewThe owners were super nice, friendly and willing to help. The room was comfy, clean and the view of the window was spectacular!!! I highly recommend this place, it was absolutely great and the location is breathtaking!
thank you very much, we are very happy that you enjoyed your stay!
Reviewed: 23 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewThe room was very clean, in a very nice landscape and most of all Michele and his familly are very kind, freindly and helpful.
Thank you, we are glad you enjoyed our hospitality! Have a nice day!
Reviewed: 21 July 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified reviewNot easy to get there if you're scared of heights but the experience to stay in that little town is something you will NEVER forget!!!!! One of my best experiences of my life! The view...... the view ...the view and the hospitality ..... and then the hot chocolate!!!!!
Nothing!!! It was great!!!
Thank you, I'm really glad that this experience affected you. it was a pleasure to welcome you and if you come back here you are welcome! Have a good day!