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

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

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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.

1. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 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"The bedding was outdated the comforter and pillow were not comfortable The bathroom was very outdated , shower was so tiny The staff were very nice and helpful The breakfast was very good The hotel location was very convenient from train station!"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 €195
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Federale Lugano
A modern hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

2. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (263 reviews)
"This is not a luxury hotel but it was very clean and comfortable. I slept better in this property than any of the 4-4 star hotels over the past 10 days! Very basic amenities. A wonderful stay for a fair price!"
United States
Nancy
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel San Carlo
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a stone building.

3. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (782 reviews)
"Great location, great staff, great hotel! No complaints, we had a wonderful stay with a beautiful view :)"
Canada
Feven
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Continental Parkhotel
A waterfront hotel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a dock with boats.

4. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (793 reviews)
"Very clean and the location was absolutely stunning!! The breakfast was also amazing!!"
United States
Natalie
The price is €253
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Walter au Lac
A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage for 'Albergo' and 'Pestalozzi' on the ground floor, and 'Ristorante Analcolico' on the second floor.

5. Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (488 reviews)
"Very nice location!"
United States
Paolo
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
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 €177
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
A buffet with various food items and utensils.

7. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel rooms were clean, staffs were extremely friendly, breakfast was very good! Location was excellent close to restaurants and shopping."
United States
mohammad
The price is €282
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Room

8. VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"We were sent a code for the property via a WhatsApp chat and check in was very easy. It was a short walk from the train station and we could walk to the lake, funicular and olive grove walk so the location was excellent. The apartment was very compact so I would check the floor space before booking. There were no dishwasher tablets or coffee grounds for the machine but these can be bought downstairs. For a short stay it would be good to have at least one dishwasher tablet as most shops are...
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Exterior

9. 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 €289
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Little Lugano Studio With Balcony Views
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, (145 reviews)
"Clean room"
United States
mohammad
The price is €211
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
San Carlo Suite
A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.

11. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
Mexico
DANIELA RAMIREZ
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Villa Sassa
A narrow alleyway between buildings with a view of a body of water and mountains in the distance.

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 €187
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
San Carlo Apartments
A pathway lined with colorful tulips and flowers, leading to a body of water with mountains in the background.

13. 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 €264
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Via Lambertenghi 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
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The wi-fi information listed on the back of the door was wrong. I was there for just about 2 weeks and they did not stock the apartment properly for the length of my stay. The glass light fixture had food slime on it, the shower ceiling had black mold I was given 1 of each; dish cloth, washing cloth, dishwashing tab, wine glass. I had to ask for mugs. The flatware was scratched,"
Canada
Luisa
The price is €342
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Novos Contrada Apartments
A building with a stone facade, large arched windows, and a wooden door with a sign.

15. Novos Arcadia 501 for 6

Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is €447
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
Marina

16. Star of Lugano With Balcony

Star of Lugano With Balcony
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Great thank you"
United States
Alec
The price is €377
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Star of Lugano With Balcony
A balcony with a table and a glass of water, overlooking a town with buildings and mountains in the background.

17. THE FLAG Lugano Self Check-in

THE FLAG Lugano Self Check-in
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Lugano City-Centre
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
THE FLAG Lugano Self Check-in
A modern indoor pool area with a view of a lake and mountains.

18. Hotel Splendide Royal

Hotel Splendide Royal
5.0 star property
Loreto, 0.7 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (514 reviews)
"Wonderful!"
United States
Christian
The price is €312
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Splendide Royal
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 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (655 reviews)
"Good location, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast"
Canada
Alexa
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel De La Paix
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous lake with a clear sky.

20. Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac

Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
4.0 star property
Loreto, 0.8 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (460 reviews)
"Location is good and convenient. Continental Breakfast was great with variety."
United States
Shohreh
The price is €258
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
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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
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a stone building.
Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
782 reviews
View
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
470 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
793 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.
Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,005 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 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 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.

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 calm lake surrounded by mountains and a town.
Photo by Oleg Andriychuk
Open Photo by Oleg Andriychuk

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

Palace Grand Hotel Varese

Palace Grand Hotel Varese

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful as general structure, rustic and very nice geographically, excellent place who like to walk into gardens the only thing was in bathroom must be renovated"
Dr Hany 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Palace Grand Hotel Varese

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 Piazza della Riforma 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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