Menaggio Youth Hostel
Known as one of the best youth hostels in Italy, Menaggio is located on the shores of Lake Como.. An overnight stay and breakfast costs as little as €16 ($23) per person (as of 2009), and they offer dinner as an additional option. The hostel sits on the lake, and has easy access to surrounding areas and public transportation. Sailing school and boat rental, as well as kayak and mountain bike rental, are all available. Self-guided hikes and bike tours start from the hostel, and rock climbing is a short walk away.
Menaggio Youth Hostel
Via IV Novembre 106
I-22017 Menaggio (COMO), Italy
+39 (0344) 32356
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Domaso
A smaller, 30-bed hostel in the Lombardy region, Domaso provides a more relaxed atmosphere to travelers. Guests have access to the lake and local activities, and are a close walk or bus ride away from local attractions. Centrally located, this hostel provides single or group rooms at varying rates throughout the year. The area provides excellent water sports, including sailing, swimming and kayaking, as well as hiking and bike tours.
Domaso
Via Case Sparse 12
Domaso, Italy
+39 (0334) 96094
Milan Youth Hostel
For as little as €18 ($26) per person, the Milan Youth Hostel offers visitors a spectacular location centrally located in the Lombardy region. Rooms range between two and 16 beds, and are either all male or all female. It is located close to many of the region's attractions, as well as to motorways and train stations. Cultural interests include Milan's Cathedral and Castle, an active night life, excellent restaurants, shopping and a number of outdoor sport facilities.
Milan Youth Hostel
Via Salmoraghi corner via Calliano
20148 Milano
+39 02 39267095
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Villa Olmo Hostel
Located just 3 km (1.9 miles) from the Swiss border, this hostel is ideal for visiting the Italian city of Como. The lake is one of Italy's most well-known tourist spots and provides every kind of water sport imaginable. Nearby transportation can take you to Milan 40 km (25 miles) away. The hostel itself provides bike rental, book exchange and free breakfasts. The hostel is set up dorm style with separate accommodations for men and women. Prices vary throughout the year, but average €16 ($23) per person, per night.
Villa Olmo Hostel
Via Bellinzona 2, Como
+39 031/573800
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Alternatives
There are over 40 campsites available on the shore of Lake Maggiore. A complete list of locations, prices and availability can be found by contacting the local IAT office in Stresa. The address is Piazza Marconi 15, Stresa, Italy. Call +39 0323 30150 for information.
