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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, (577 reviews)
"The character, updated furnishings, and location."
United States
Katryn
The price is €205
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a stone building.

2. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (778 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
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Continental Parkhotel
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.

3. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (464 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"The bedding was outdated the comforter and pillow were not comfortable The bathroom was very outdated , shower was so tiny The staff were very nice and helpful The breakfast was very good The hotel location was very convenient from train station!"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 €219
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Federale Lugano
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, (787 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the location and lake view were perfect"
Canada
Mauricio De
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 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, (484 reviews)
"Very nice location!"
United States
Paolo
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
A modern hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

6. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (259 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 €155
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel San Carlo
A modern hallway with a dark door, a wall-mounted sign reading "VISIONAPARTMENTS," and a decorative plant arrangement.

7. 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 €114
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
A modern indoor dining area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and potted plants.

8. Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great location qnd value"
United States
Brian
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
A buffet with various food items and utensils.

9. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast Very warm staff. Super clean room. The absolute best!"
United States
Kay
The price is €283
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
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 €216
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
San Carlo Suite
Exterior

11. 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
Little Lugano Studio With Balcony Views
A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.

12. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Ewa
The price is €222
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Villa Sassa
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 €206
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
San Carlo Apartments
A pathway lined with colorful tulips and flowers, leading to a body of water with mountains in the background.

14. 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 €286
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
A modern apartment with a balcony, a kitchen area, and a living space with a TV.

15. Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
Novos Contrada 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
Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
Marina

17. 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 €387
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Star of Lugano With Balcony
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.

18. B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano
3.5 star property
Besso, 0.5 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 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 €184
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and a mountainous backdrop.

19. Hotel Delfino

Hotel Delfino
3.5 star property
Loreto, 0.9 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (431 reviews)
"On lake and near train station"
Canada
Aklima
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Delfino
Bar (on property)

20. 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, (821 reviews)
"Nice hotel , near to the main side walk street"
United States
Ranj
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
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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
1,005 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
778 reviews
View
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
464 reviews
View
A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a lake and mountains.
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
577 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
787 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 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 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 interior of a church with wooden pews, a large mural on the wall, and a man taking a photo.

Besso

While there might not be top attractions in Besso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Via Nassa and Piazza della Riforma.

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Grand Hotel Menaggio

Grand Hotel Menaggio

8/10 Good
"The rooms were old and not what we expected based on lobby. The rooms need updating. The rest of the facilities were very nice. The music in lobby during each evening was amazing."
Carmen 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Grand Hotel Menaggio

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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