Hotel Il Perlo Panorama

The two-pearl Hotel II Perlo Panorama is a tan-colored hotel with two buildings, a main building plus a smaller building that houses rooms and is located below the hotel terrace. The parking lot is directly in front of the hotel and is accessed when turning from the main road. This cycling-friendly hotel has space to store guests' bikes and bikes available for rent. Green grounds with stone paths surround the hotel, including a canopy of trees with shade, tables, and chairs. At the edge of the garden is a terrace, built on the edge of the hill facing Lake Como. 

The lobby is a bright and homey space, with golden yellow walls, furniture with dark wood, and tile floors. In the lobby there is a small desk with a computer and printer for guest use. Stairs lead from the lobby and to the narrow interior golden yellow hallways upstairs with faded green carpet. Most guests are cyclists utilizing the generous bike rental and cycling services, as well as couples enjoying the romantic views from the terrace. This no-frills property provides the basics, with the added perks of the lovely terrace and special catering for cyclists. 

The Hotel Il Perlo Panorama is located on a hill above the city of Bellagio and offers a quiet atmosphere away from the bustle of the city. However, guests can visit Bellagio by car or with the hotel’s free shuttle which is just a five-minute drive. Bike and hiking trails surround the hotel; guests can explore with maps provided by the hotel. As for dining options near the hotel, it's a four-minute drive to the Ristorante La Busciona or a 12-minute walk to Pizzeria La Torretta, the closest restaurants. To access diverse dining options guests might need to use the shuttle or the car and head to Bellagio. Lastly, Lake Como is only about a five-minute drive, though the hotel suggests using Lake Como SUP by Bellagio Water Sports for kayaking and other water activities, which is a nine-minute drive away. 

There are a variety of rooms at the Hotel Il Perlo Panorama including Standard Rooms, Junior Suite Verandas, and Family Rooms. Twelve of these rooms are located in the main building and five are located in the building below the terrace. The Standard Rooms have the same golden-colored walls as the lobby and an eclectic mix of decor which includes floral patterned bedspreads, multi-colored abstract paintings, and boho-patterned rugs. Standard Rooms are dated and basic and lack air conditioners, though they are quite spacious and have small flat-screen TVs. Superior Rooms have extra space in the form of a separate lounge area with a couch. Most bathrooms aren’t spacious and have little to no counter space, but all include a hairdryer and a stall shower. The best feature of the rooms is the option of having a lake view and a balcony, though some mountain-view rooms have terraces.

In comparison, the Junior Suite Verandas and the Family Rooms have better decor with a red, orange, and brown color scheme. They also have much more space, a table with chairs, a couch, air-conditioning, and a larger flat-screen TV. The outdoor terrace is by far the best feature and provides panoramic views of Lake Como and the mountains. The bathrooms are much larger in a Junior Suite Veranda room and include larger showers and bidets, though still don't have much counter space. As for the Family Room, it has up to three beds (more can be requested), a living area with a large glass table that seats six, and a lake-view covered porch. Wi-Fi is free throughout. 

The Hotel Il Perlo Panorama is known as the Bike Hotel of Lake Como and provides multiple bike and cycling services including bike rentals, cycling guided tours, itinerary assistance, snacks on return, first mechanical aid, cycling personal trainer, and bike washing. Some of these services include fees. They also have a separate building where they can a house a guests’ bike safely overnight.

Additionally, the hotel has a garden and terrace with panoramic views of the lake. The on-site restaurant and bar has a romantic outdoor dining patio with gorgeous views. This property even has an outsourced babysitting service so that couples with kids can have a night out exploring Bellagio, easily accomplished by using the hotel’s free shuttle service to and from the city. Wi-Fi and parking are both free.