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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

Exterior

1. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (783 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the location and lake view were perfect"
Canada
Mauricio De
The price is SAR 970
SAR 1,047 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Walter au Lac
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

2. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Another great stay fantastic friendly staff make this hotel my No1 place in Switzerland .."
United Kingdom
Brett
The price is SAR 1,186
SAR 1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

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, (574 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"
United States
Nataliya
The price is SAR 679
SAR 756 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Outdoor dining

4. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (772 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very good breakfast, near the train station, clean room, relaxed environment. "
United States
Jun
The price is SAR 814
SAR 845 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Continental Parkhotel
Terrace/patio

5. 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 SAR 816
SAR 886 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Property grounds

6. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Nice view from the 5th floor overlooking Lake Lugano."
United States
Ma Lourdes
The price is SAR 946
SAR 1,022 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hotel Federale Lugano
Exterior

7. Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (482 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 SAR 832
SAR 903 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
Comfort Quadruple Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (256 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is SAR 546
SAR 607 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel San Carlo
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

9. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Ewa
The price is SAR 856
SAR 946 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Villa Sassa
Front of property

10. San Carlo Suite

San Carlo Suite
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (145 reviews)
"The location was really nice. Walkable distance from grocery stores and the train station. The staff was helpful and nice in leading us to the room since it was separate from the hotel. The internet was not working so we couldn’t watch tv or use wifi on our devices. The bathroom door was also broken and we couldn’t shut it all the way. Other than that, it was a great stay and we’d probably do it again. Had a small kitchen counter deal with limited dishes but we didn’t use it."
United States
Kaylea
The price is SAR 995
SAR 1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
San Carlo Suite
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 SAR 829
SAR 880 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 SAR 511
SAR 569 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Exterior

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 SAR 574
SAR 1,338 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
Junior Suite, Balcony | Terrace/patio

14. 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, (446 reviews)
"Location is good and convenient. Continental Breakfast was great with variety."
United States
Shohreh
The price is SAR 1,154
SAR 1,242 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

15. Hotel Lido Seegarten

Hotel Lido Seegarten
4.0 star property
Cassarate, 1.6 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (533 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel right on the lake. Everything is walkable and centrally located. I would definitely come back again.."
United States
traci
The price is SAR 1,071
SAR 1,155 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel Lido Seegarten
Seasonal outdoor pool

16. Hotel Admiral

Hotel Admiral
4.0 star property
1.1 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (718 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 SAR 651
SAR 718 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Admiral
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

17. 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, (416 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 SAR 2,248
SAR 2,376 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

18. Hotel Delfino

Hotel Delfino
3.5 star property
Loreto, 0.9 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (429 reviews)
"Nice room with balcony. A little far from center town but walkable."
United States
Sharon
The price is SAR 685
SAR 751 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Delfino
Bar (on property)

19. 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, (814 reviews)
"The hotel is attached to 2 others which made it good for sharing amenities. The property and rooms were clean and safe/secure."
United States
George
The price is SAR 458
SAR 515 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

20. ibis Lugano Paradiso

ibis Lugano Paradiso
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (635 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 SAR 519
SAR 579 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
ibis 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
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
Outdoor dining
Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
772 reviews
View
Property grounds
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
458 reviews
View
Exterior
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
783 reviews
View
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
574 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

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

Loreto

While visiting Loreto, you might make a stop by sights like LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Via Nassa.

A mountainous landscape with a lake surrounded by lush greenery and a small settlement.

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 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 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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Molino Nuovo

While there might not be top attractions in Molino Nuovo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parco Ciani and Villa Ciani.

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Funicolare

Hotel Funicolare

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was wonderfull.view is amazing everything was perfect"
Bahadur 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hotel Funicolare

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lugano City-Centre?
Lugano City-Centre is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful lakeside setting. Be sure to check out 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 traveler 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 neighborhood include LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel and Walter au Lac.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Lugano City-Centre?
Expedia has 102 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Lugano City-Centre.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lugano City-Centre?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Lugano City-Centre, click here.
What is there to do around this Lugano neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like 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.