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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

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1. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (776 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the location and lake view were perfect"
Canada
Mauricio De
The price is HK$2,007
HK$2,167 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Walter au Lac
Breakfast area

2. 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 HK$2,510
HK$2,696 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Room

3. 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 HK$1,530
HK$1,697 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Terrace/patio

4. Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great location qnd value"
United States
Brian
The price is HK$1,502
HK$1,643 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Outdoor dining

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 HK$2,230
HK$2,315 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Continental Parkhotel
Property grounds

6. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Nice view from the 5th floor overlooking Lake Lugano."
United States
Ma Lourdes
The price is HK$1,932
HK$2,090 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Federale Lugano
Room

7. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (255 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is HK$1,219
HK$1,350 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel San Carlo
Exterior

8. 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 HK$1,676
HK$1,824 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
Front of property

9. 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 HK$2,106
HK$2,228 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
San Carlo Suite
Outdoor pool

10. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Ewa
The price is HK$1,965
HK$2,160 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Villa Sassa
Exterior

11. 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 HK$1,755
HK$1,864 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
San Carlo Apartments
Interior

12. 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 HK$1,095
HK$1,220 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Exterior

13. 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 HK$1,157
HK$2,822 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Little Lugano Studio With Balcony Views
Exterior

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 HK$1,215
HK$2,833 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
View from property

15. Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is HK$1,622
HK$3,256 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Novos Contrada Apartments
Exterior detail

16. Novos Arcadia 501 for 6

Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is HK$3,753
HK$5,952 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 HK$1,773
HK$3,752 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Star of Lugano With Balcony
Terrace/patio

18. 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, (443 reviews)
"Very cozy, fantastic staff and absolutely convenient. Highly recommended."
Brazil
Marcos
The price is HK$2,443
HK$2,628 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
Room

19. Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola

Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
5.0 star property
Cassarate, 1.8 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (415 reviews)
"Pictures do not do this place justice. The garden view is amazing with visibility of lake lugano and the distant mountains. Such a beautiful hotel. The staff are very accommodating and friendly. I loved the breakfast, it's simple but very tasty. I highly recommend this hotel"
United Kingdom
Param
The price is HK$4,759
HK$5,030 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Indoor pool

20. The View Lugano

The View Lugano
5.0 star property
1.5 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Our stay was exceptional with a nice balcony and view. The breakfast and dinner was excellent and they even provided a complimentary smart vehicle to take into the city. Nice touch."
United States
Bobby
The price is HK$6,516
HK$6,854 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The View Lugano
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Compare popular hotels in Lugano City-Centre

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Breakfast area
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Outdoor dining
Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
770 reviews
View
Property grounds
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
454 reviews
View
Exterior
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
776 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Find the best Lugano City-Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A park with green grass, red flowers, trees, and a lake with mountains in the background.

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 waterfront with a wooden pier, calm water, and a cityscape with buildings 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 mountainous landscape with a valley and a lake.
Photo by HikinGoat
Open Photo by HikinGoat

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 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 city with mountains in the background and a body of water in the foreground.
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Open Photo by Mazzardi Luigi (page does not exist)

Molino Nuovo

While Molino Nuovo isn't home to many top sights, Parco Ciani and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Grand Hotel Menaggio

Grand Hotel Menaggio

10/10 Excellent
"Unforgettable experience, will go back"
David 3-night trip
Posted 2 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 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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