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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

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, (563 reviews)
"Nice buffet breakfast "
United States
Jay
The price is €218
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Comfort Quadruple Room

2. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel San Carlo
Exterior

3. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (756 reviews)
"Excellent air conditioning and views of the lake were amazing! Central location. Would stay again for the price and location!"
Canada
Isabel
The price is €253
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Walter au Lac
Property grounds

4. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (444 reviews)
"Beautiful room, great breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Jose
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Federale Lugano
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

5. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great time and helpful, friendly staff."
United States
Felice
The price is €323
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Terrace/patio

6. Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff; clean, comfortable rooms, and excellent breakfast. No complaints."
Canada
David
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Front of property

7. San Carlo Suite

San Carlo Suite
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (141 reviews)
"Excellent stay! "
United States
Kevin
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
San Carlo Suite
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

8. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were super helpful, food good and place was clean!"
United States
stephanie
The price is €243
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Villa Sassa
Exterior

9. Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (469 reviews)
"Excellent location near waterfront park and dining. Nice breakfast with fun soccer decor and unique artwork in restaurant. "
United States
Richard
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
Outdoor dining

10. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (766 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very good breakfast, near the train station, clean room, relaxed environment. "
United States
Jun
The price is €291
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Continental Parkhotel
Interior

11. VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Great location. Well-maintained. Small and perfect for a solo traveler. "
United States
Joseph
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Exterior

12. 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 €251
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
San Carlo Apartments
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

13. Central Suites

Central Suites
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is €717
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Central Suites
Exterior

14. Via Lambertenghi Apartments

Via Lambertenghi Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"Excellent and very friendly. Beautiful place. "
United States
Andy
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (Novos Contrada 5 202 with Terrace for) | Living area

15. Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is €562
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Novos Contrada Apartments
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Novos Arcadia 501 for 6) | Exterior detail

16. Novos Arcadia 501 for 6

Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is €956
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
Bar (on property)

17. 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, (792 reviews)
"great staff and location"
Canada
Howie
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
Seasonal outdoor pool

18. Hotel Admiral

Hotel Admiral
4.0 star property
1.1 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (703 reviews)
"Property was clean. Reception desk was polite and helpful. Buffet breakfast was excellent."
United States
Sabina Chiara
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Admiral
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

19. Hotel Delfino

Hotel Delfino
3.5 star property
Loreto, 0.9 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (418 reviews)
"We were very fortunate to have a room in the front with a wonderful lake view. The hotel is comfortable older property, but the room and bathroom were large and spotless. Location is excellent, right next to the bus stop close to the town. Restaurant is excellent. Only negative is the absence of a grab bar in the bathtub/shower."
United States
Howard
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Delfino
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

20. Hotel Funicolare

Hotel Funicolare
6.5 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Amazing location. Hotel staff were very welcoming. Only downside was the service from some of (not all) the restaurant staff was a bit slack. "
Australia
Donald
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Funicolare
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Compare popular hotels in Lugano City-Centre

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View
Property grounds
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
444 reviews
View
Outdoor dining
Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
766 reviews
View
Exterior
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
756 reviews
View
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
563 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, Lake Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are top sights worth seeing.

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 Lake Lugano and Via Nassa.

A calm lake surrounded by mountains and a town.

Pazzallo

Travellers like the mountain views in Pazzallo, and Lake Lugano is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Funicolare

Hotel Funicolare

8/10 Good
"Gorgeous view, too far from Como and Bellagio though"
Marcos 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Funicolare

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. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Lugano City-Centre? Consider a visit to Lake Lugano while you're in the neighbourhood.
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 108 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 Lake Lugano, Parco Ciani and Lungolago. 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 Via Gottardo or Museo delle Culture.
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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