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Reviews of The Secret Garden

123 Via Borgo Vico, 22100 Como, Italy

#21 of 684 Holiday rentals in Como

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 36 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Great value for money, ideal for family, 2 couples or group of friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could be a little noisy at times. There wasn’t sufficient hot water for showers for a group of four.

    Beautifully maintained, spotless property, centrally located.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    this is one apartment with private garden (not a hotel rooms with shared one), authentic historical interior with exceptionally nice host advicing on sightseeing and dining options

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    10
    Great hospitality, perfect location and cool apartment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The location was perfect, apartment was clean and modern, and very spacious. Equipped with smart TV, AC and Washing Machine. Host was really helpful, warm, responsive and gave us some city tips. She even provided us with a bottle of wine as a welcoming gift. Self check-in was easy and self explanatory. Would definitely stay here again. Very recommended!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    You will nort find a better host or location in Como. Highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we weren’t staying longer!😀

    Wonderful location, clean and comfortable. The host was incredibly responsive and communicated exceptionally well from time we reserved the stay until the end. She offered wonderful dining suggestions and was a joy to work with.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is magical and Silvia is the kindest host ever (although we did not meet in person). She is very responsive and provided all the needed information for the self check-in and also great recommendations for the local restaurants. The room is bigger than the pictures, the garden is beautiful and we had all the needed supplies and equipment for our stay, the sofa bed was super comfortable to sleep. We were nicely welcomed with a bottle of wine, which was also a wonderful gift for my mother's birthday - one of her dreams was to visit the Lake Como and Silvia's place contributed greatly to our celebration! 😊

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Amazing Propery, would 100% recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    This apartment is a gem in the centre of Como. Sylvia, the host, provided excellent communication to us at all times and is extremely knowledgeable on the property, which is over 500 years old, built of stone and originally constructed as horse stables. The decoration is a mixture of modern and vintage, which reflects the history of the property and tastefully completed. We drove and Sylvia very kindly allowed us to use her parking facilities for a small fee although none are listed as available in the advertisement. I would 100% recommend this property and if we are ever staying in the area again would not hesitate to book this amazing property again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed in the beginning of the March, so it was quite cold outside and we used conditioners ...the location of conditioners is not perfect because warm air goes up and in the bedroom is too hot and at the first floor is cold. But i should point out that there are additional el. radiator what works better for such apartment. In the summer it shouldn't be a problem at all.

    Wonderful place for stay with a charming garden and nice apartment interior. I believe in the summer months it would be great to stay there and spend time outside in the garden. The host is the best i ever met (and I have a huge experience)! We got the intro video how to get keys 🗝️ and how to find the apartment. She was all the time available for any questions and issues. In the apartment was everything you can need. Stairs is ok, not dangerous.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The noise isolation is quite poor, you will hear everything from neighbor and a lot from outside, so if your are sensitive to the noise I can't recomand the place for you. However, we where walking a lot and being tired it was not a problem for us.

    Location is really good, between 2 Main train stations and near to the lake. The host, Silvia is the best and she is helping with everything is needed. Thanks.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    Best value in Como
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The apartment was spotless clean, facilities were very good, our host thought about everything we need. She was always available for us. I've been to Como so many times, and it was the best value for Como so far.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The quality of the apartment was very high! It was one of the best choises I have ever done! Thank you Silvia!!! We will come back!!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very cousy and modern. Clean and comfortable beds. Good location. Close to the train station and the lake.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    10
    Amazing place and host
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Amazing

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Simply perfect 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we stayed there only one night 😅

    We had been staying with family at 5 different locations during our holiday, and this was definitely the best. I would even say I do not remember any better place during our travels with my wife for years. Everything from communication and detailed instructions from Silvia to the interior design of this wonderful apartment equipped with all necessary appliances was perfect. My wife enjoyed the flowers and bed linen was of great quality. All the details were enjoyable. We appreciated a lot the compliments from the host. We would definitely return next time

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Great communication from the host, had the room ready early for us and the apartment was amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Looks amazing and has all you need

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extremely beautiful place, very good location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    10
    The Secret Garden was the perfect home base for our stay in Como.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I wish we had more time to spend in lovely Como.

    The apartment is exactly as it was represented. The location was very convenient and quiet. Walkable from the train station, the center of Como, the ferry and fabulous restaurants. Perfect for a couple. Silvia was the perfect host. She provided restaurant recommendations, left us a lovely bottle of wine and treats and even came by so we could meet. We felt well taken care of. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    8.0
    Great service and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mosquitoes in the garden. Noisy neighbors. Small shower and slow Wi-fi.

    Central location. Great service & response time from the host.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional stay especially for couples and families
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For some reason the network coverage was weak at some corners in property.

    Property is exceptional comfortable and property manager is exceptionally fantastic and useful and helpful with options for tourism distinctions

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Coming from the north location was easy to find, private parking. Easy to walk from location to center of Como to grab e drink and some food. Great!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Busy road outside, but when you are inside you cannot hear it. Good sound insulation

    The location is close to public transport ( bus, train, boat) Very nice host, that is easy to contact and get information from. Silvia the host was very helpful and kind at all times. Nice small garden where you can sit and relax.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    10
    A perfect place to stay in Como with your own garden to escape the tourists.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    I loved everything about my stay. The property is gorgeous. 800 year old walls in a new, contemporary apartment with a beautiful garden (swing included!). The owner Sylvia is a dream to deal with. Everything was really all I could ask for.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    10
    My favourite apartment accommodation whilst on holiday. Only wish I’d booked longer here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A vey comfortable and welcoming, roomy apartment. The garden area was a lovely space to relax. Great host whom responded promptly to any questions. The location is on nice street, handy to Station and short walk to town.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was great!

    The host was extremely helpful and available all the time through Whatsapp. It was easy to do the self-check in. The apartment is comfortable, clean and super pretty. The terrace is amazing! I highly recommend this place to stay. The location was great, short walk to the train and ferry station. Silvia also provided great recommendations!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    It's a beautiful property run by a very nice host. Very clean, confortable and accesible.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was great

    The host was amazing. Gave thorough instructions on getting to and how to enter the property. The place was gorgeous and impeccably clean. Great amenities, even gave us wine upon arrival. The location was very good near a lot of stores, restaurants, lake & Duomo. Couldn't ask for a more memorable stay.

    Stayed in May 2023

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