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Lugano Hotel Guide. Hotels in Lugano City-Centre, Lugano, Switzerland

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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a lake and mountains.

1. International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (572 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"
United States
Nataliya
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
A waterfront hotel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a dock with boats.

2. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (771 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the location and lake view were perfect"
Canada
Mauricio De
The price is €238
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Walter au Lac
A modern hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

3. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (254 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel San Carlo
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.

4. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (453 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Nice view from the 5th floor overlooking Lake Lugano."
United States
Ma Lourdes
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Federale Lugano
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a stone building.

5. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (770 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very good breakfast, near the train station, clean room, relaxed environment. "
United States
Jun
The price is €255
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Continental Parkhotel
A modern indoor dining area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and potted plants.

6. Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great location qnd value"
United States
Brian
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.

7. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Ewa
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Villa Sassa
A buffet with various food items and utensils.

8. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Another great stay fantastic friendly staff make this hotel my No1 place in Switzerland .."
United Kingdom
Brett
The price is €303
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
A hotel with multiple floors, featuring arched windows and illuminated signage for 'Albergo' and 'Pestalozzi'.

9. Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (478 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, very neat orderly staff and great air condition which was need in August. I would say there again. And plan to in the spring"
United States
Perry
The price is €201
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a small table with a chair.

10. San Carlo Suite

San Carlo Suite
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"Clean room"
United States
mohammad
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
San Carlo Suite
A modern hallway with a dark door, a wall-mounted sign reading "VISIONAPARTMENTS," and a decorative plant arrangement.

11. VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"We left check-in a bit too late which came a faff as we were approaching the property on public transport. You need to check-in to obtain an entry code for the building and your room. Our own fault - we should have read the instructions earlier and checked-in to get the code. All good in the end though - the apartment was immaculate, well sited for access across the city and we'd certainly recommend to others and would revisit."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

12. Little Lugano Studio With Balcony Views

Little Lugano Studio With Balcony Views
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable, great location, and friendly and responsive staff!"
United States
Ariel
The price is €338
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Little Lugano Studio With Balcony Views
A narrow alleyway between buildings with a view of a body of water and mountains in the distance.

13. San Carlo Apartments

San Carlo Apartments
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Make sure to go right next to the apartment to check in! There's a big sign that says San Carlo Hotel - you check in there for the apartment. Clean, big, has AC, very close to everything. Very good for the price."
United States
Derek
The price is €225
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
San Carlo Apartments
A modern apartment with a balcony, a kitchen area, and a living space with a TV.

14. Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is €337
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Novos Contrada Apartments
A pathway lined with colorful tulips and flowers, leading to a body of water with mountains in the background.

15. Via Lambertenghi Apartments

Via Lambertenghi Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Excellent and very friendly. Beautiful place. "
United States
Andy
The price is €315
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
A building with a stone facade, large arched windows, and a wooden door with a sign.

16. Novos Arcadia 501 for 6

Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is €465
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, including a glass display case with pastries, bowls of fruits, and a coffee station.

17. ibis Lugano Paradiso

ibis Lugano Paradiso
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (633 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable hotel in a great location, just a short walk from the lake and the funicular. Friendly staff, good breakfast, and beautiful surroundings. Would definitely stay here again! 😊"
Canada
Jasvinder
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
ibis Lugano Paradiso

18. ibis budget Lugano Paradiso

ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (810 reviews)
"A nice modern hotel that was very clean with AC and WIFI located at a great bus hub so getting around was very easy."
Canada
Dale
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
A person in a pink swimsuit sitting on the edge of a pool with a cityscape and mountains in the background.

19. Hotel Admiral

Hotel Admiral
4.0 star property
1.1 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (715 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 €176
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Admiral
A patio area with outdoor seating, a pool, and a mountainous backdrop.

20. Sheraton Lake Como Hotel

Sheraton Lake Como Hotel
4.0 star property
20.9 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (771 reviews)
"Everything was great, and the breakfast buffet was delicious!"
United States
Patricia
The price is €402
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Sheraton Lake Como Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Lugano City-Centre

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A buffet with various food items and utensils.
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
453 reviews
View
A waterfront hotel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a dock with boats.
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
771 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.
Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
A narrow alleyway between buildings with a view of a body of water and mountains in the distance.
San Carlo Apartments
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
6 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Find the best Lugano City-Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lugano City-Centre
Learn more about Lugano City-Centre
A lake with mountains in the background, a boat on the water, and pink flowers in the foreground.

Loreto

If you're spending some time in Loreto, MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are top sights worth seeing.

A mountainous landscape with a valley and a lake.
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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 Schwimmbad Carona.

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 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.

An ornate church interior with a high vaulted ceiling, a central altar, and detailed frescoes.

Besso

While there might not be top attractions in Besso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Via Nassa and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland.

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel is in the actual middle of Como with lake views. Rooms are very nice. Flooring is new and bathrooms are modern marble and good size. Complimentary breakfast is elegant with tablecloths and servers with lake views. All the restaurants, cafes and shops are nearby walking distance. It’s so convenient staying at the Palace."
Alan 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Palace Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lugano City-Centre?
Lugano City-Centre is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful lakeside setting. Make sure that you visit Via Nassa and Parco Ciani as part of your Lugano City-Centre travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Lugano City-Centre?
Based on our traveller data, Villa Sassa is one of the top choices for your stay in Lugano City-Centre. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel and Walter au Lac.
How many hotels will I find in Lugano City-Centre?
Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodation options in Lugano City-Centre to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Lugano area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lugano City-Centre, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Lugano City-Centre.
What is there to do around this Lugano neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Parco Ciani, Lake Lugano and Via Gottardo. You could also plan a visit to Via Nassa or Piazza della Riforma while you're in the neighbourhood. LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura, MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection are just a few of the places to visit in and around Lugano City-Centre. While you're out sightseeing in Lugano, make sure that you visit other sights such as Museo delle Culture or Cantonal Art Museum.
How can I get around Lugano City-Centre and the greater Lugano area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Lugano Funicular Station is the closest metro station. If you want to venture out of town, Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Lugano Station.

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