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Our top choices for Besso hotels

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain, dense urban area, and a large body of water.

1. Hotel Besso

Hotel Besso
3.0 star property
Besso
7.8 out of 10, Good, (332 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful stay here, smooth and simple check in, friendly and helpful staff, clean, tidy and spacious room with all you could need"
United Kingdom
James
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Besso
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a mountain view.

2. Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Hotel & Hostel Montarina
2.0 star property
Besso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (256 reviews)
"Clean room with great quality, and most importantly comfortable."
United Kingdom
Adelina
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel & Hostel Montarina
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, including a large bowl of sliced meats, a fruit bowl, and a selection of cheeses and breads.

3. B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano
3.5 star property
Besso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (231 reviews)
"We loved our stay at B5 boutique! Such a unique and inviting environment. Friendly staff, quiet and comfortable. The location was perfect for access to the train station. Would have stayed longer had our itinerary allowed!"
United States
B
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a stone building.

4. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 0.5 km from Besso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (779 reviews)
"Charming hotel with views of the lake, comfy room, great breakfast and next to Lugano’s train station (at the end of its platform 4) where the Bernina Express bus journey terminates at."
Singapore
Kok Chwee
The price is €218
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Continental Parkhotel
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.

5. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 0.5 km from Besso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (468 reviews)
"The bedding was outdated the comforter and pillow were not comfortable The bathroom was very outdated , shower was so tiny The staff were very nice and helpful The breakfast was very good The hotel location was very convenient from train station!"
United States
Ladan
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Federale Lugano
Bar (on property)

6. ibis budget Lugano Paradiso

ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Besso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (827 reviews)
"Nice hotel , near to the main side walk street"
United States
Ranj
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a lake and mountains.

7. International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 0.8 km from Besso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"A most enjoyable stay"
Australia
Wayne
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage for 'Albergo' and 'Pestalozzi' on the ground floor, and 'Ristorante Analcolico' on the second floor.

8. Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 1 km from Besso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (487 reviews)
"Very nice location!"
United States
Paolo
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
A modern indoor dining area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and potted plants.

9. Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 0.6 km from Besso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great location qnd value"
United States
Brian
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.

10. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 1 km from Besso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Ewa
The price is €222
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Villa Sassa
A waterfront hotel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a dock with boats.

11. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 0.7 km from Besso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (789 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the location and lake view were perfect"
Canada
Mauricio De
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Walter au Lac
A buffet with various food items and utensils.

12. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre, 0.6 km from Besso
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Another great stay fantastic friendly staff make this hotel my No1 place in Switzerland .."
United Kingdom
Brett
The price is €279
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
A person in a pink swimsuit sitting on the edge of a pool with a cityscape and mountains in the background.

13. Hotel Admiral

Hotel Admiral
4.0 star property
1.6 km from Besso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (722 reviews)
"Was an absolutely lovely stay. The staff are attentive and friendly. The hotel is incredibly well located. The roof top pool is fantastic. Would highly recommend!!!"
United Kingdom
Oliver
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hotel Admiral
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and a mountainous backdrop.

14. Hotel Delfino

Hotel Delfino
3.5 star property
Loreto, 1.3 km from Besso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (435 reviews)
"On lake and near train station"
Canada
Aklima
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Delfino
A balcony with a view of a lake, mountains, and a cityscape.

15. Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant

Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Besso
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"A recently renovated property that feels like you're staying at vineyard, yet is only a few minutes drive from Lugano center."
United Kingdom
Denys
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous lake with a clear sky.

16. Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac

Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
4.0 star property
Loreto, 1.3 km from Besso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (457 reviews)
"Location is good and convenient. Continental Breakfast was great with variety."
United States
Shohreh
The price is €256
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'HOTEL CITY' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

17. Hotel City Lugano, Design & Hospitality

Hotel City Lugano, Design & Hospitality
4.0 star property
Molino Nuovo, 1.4 km from Besso
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (502 reviews)
"The helpfulness and friendliness of the staff here were absolutely above and beyond. They were so kind and understanding id stay here again and highly recommend then hotel to anyone staying in the area. Also extremely Clean and very close walk to lots of amazing things."
United States
Amanda
The price is €201
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hotel City Lugano, Design & Hospitality
A dining table with a cheesecake, fruit, and cured meats. A cup of coffee is on the table, and a vase with flowers is in the background.

18. Hotel Caroline

Hotel Caroline
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Besso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (477 reviews)
"Top hotel👍"
Netherlands
Milenco
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Caroline
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and trees.

19. Hotel De La Paix

Hotel De La Paix
3.5 star property
Loreto, 1.4 km from Besso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (655 reviews)
"Good location, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast"
Canada
Alexa
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hotel De La Paix
A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of a cityscape and river, and palm trees.

20. Suitenhotel Parco Paradiso

Suitenhotel Parco Paradiso
4.0 star property
2 km from Besso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (614 reviews)
"It was great!"
United States
Angel
The price is €232
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Suitenhotel Parco Paradiso
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Hotels recommended for families in Besso

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a mountain view.

Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Hotel & Hostel Montarina
2.0 star property
Besso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (256)
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Where to stay in Besso

Find the best Besso areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a prominent mountain and a calm bay.

Lugano City-Centre

Visitors often come to Lugano City-Centre for its lake views, but many stay to explore sights like Via Nassa and Piazza della Riforma. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Lugano Funicular Station.

A park with green grass, red flowers, trees, and a lake with mountains in the background.
Photo by Nikolai Karaneschev
Open Photo by Nikolai Karaneschev

Loreto

If you're spending some time in Loreto, LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Via Nassa are top sights worth seeing.

A lake with sailboats, rocky shore, and mountains in the background.

Cassarate

If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Lake Lugano are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain and a calm bay.

Carona

You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Carona. You might want to make time for a stop at Monte San Salvatore or Botanical Garden Parco San Grato.

A coastal cityscape with dense urban buildings, a marina, and a large body of water.

Viganello

Viganello is well liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Lugano area, you might plan a trip to Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station or Mount Brè.

Top Besso Hotel Reviews

Albergo Terminus Hotel

Albergo Terminus Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"By chance I chose this property for my stay in Como. What a HUGE blessing! The staff was so helpful and kind and I truly loved the accents! The property is stunning and lures you in from the moment you pull into the drive with vines and architecture surrounding you. Enter thru a beautiful entry with a winding red carpet stairway that leads you to an enchanting room of old world charm and luxury. I wanted to drink coffee all day and read a book in this room. In fact every common area you wanted to spend time in like it was a hope of a royal family. We then entered our room! I was so very pleased and excited...I felt like royalty. So clean, very elegant and a view! The windows are adorned with beautiful curtains and wooded shutters to block the light from the windows that open out to the view of lake and courtyard of the city! This is worth every dime you spend to stay."
Greg 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Albergo Terminus Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Besso like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Lugano's Besso neighbourhood has to offer.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Besso?
For your stay in Besso, Hotel & Hostel Montarina is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Besso area?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in Besso to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Lugano area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Besso, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Besso.
What can I see and do in this Lugano neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Besso include Via Nassa, Piazza della Riforma and Via Gottardo. While you're out sightseeing, MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lugano.