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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

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1. Central Suites

Central Suites
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
Central Suites
Exterior

2. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (737 reviews)
"Beautiful views, great location and wonderful breakfast!"
United States
Victoria
The price is NZ$503
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
Walter au Lac
Exterior

3. Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano

Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano
5.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Lovely apartment that suited our needs to catch up with family. Short walk to shops."
Australia
Concetta
The price is NZ$510
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

4. 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, (549 reviews)
"Lovely old world feel with sitting rooms and china/silver at breakfast. Large pool. Great location! Staff extremely helpful and fabulous breakfast. Room updated well. Ours had a room with a view of the lake."
United States
Anita Colleen
The price is NZ$420
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

5. Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful room and great staff."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$575
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Villa Sassa
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)
"Bet thing about the hotel was the front desk"
United States
Ibraheem
The price is NZ$408
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Property grounds

7. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (439 reviews)
"Beautiful room, great breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$454
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Hotel Federale Lugano
Outdoor dining

8. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (760 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very good breakfast, near the train station, clean room, relaxed environment. "
United States
Jun
The price is NZ$576
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Continental Parkhotel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

9. LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
4.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"We liked the hotel. Great central location. Very good breakfast with large selection. Highly recommend"
United States
IRINA
The price is NZ$556
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Comfort Quadruple Room

10. Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (245 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Hotel San Carlo
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Patio | Balcony

11. Lovely Appartment With a big Terrace in the Heart of Lugano

Lovely Appartment With a big Terrace in the Heart of Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is NZ$847
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Lovely Appartment With a big Terrace in the Heart of Lugano
Deluxe Suite (I) | Bathroom

12. 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 NZ$397
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
San Carlo Suite
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper

13. VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (42 reviews)
"Great location. Well-maintained. Small and perfect for a solo traveler. "
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
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14. Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (459 reviews)
"Excellent location,clean and comfortable room, friendly attentive knowledgeable and helpful staff. Breakfast European buffet was over the top!"
United States
william
The price is NZ$421
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
Exterior

15. San Carlo Apartments

San Carlo Apartments
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Spacious apartment just a block from the waterfront and convenient to the funicular to train station. Grocery store across the street. "
United States
Harriet
The price is NZ$456
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
San Carlo Apartments
Marina

16. Star of Lugano

Star of Lugano
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 NZ$848
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Star of Lugano
Luxury Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms (Novos Contrada 5 502) | Living area

17. Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is NZ$630
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Novos Contrada Apartments
Buffet

18. Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality

Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality
3.0 star property
20.8 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet is in a different building. It’s a short walk, however it was raining hard the day we stayed. We could not drive in our car because of how the traffic is directed. The hotel provided umbrellas, which was nice. Our rooms were clean and comfortable. This hotel is located right by the highway and a semi truck parking lot. Nothing wrong with that when passing by and need to rest."
United States
Gita
The price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality
Lobby

19. Hotel Cruise

Hotel Cruise
4.0 star property
25.4 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff"
United States
Amin
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Hotel Cruise
Bar (on property)

20. ibis Como

ibis Como
3.0 star property
27.5 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (848 reviews)
"Very helpful & friendly staff "
Australia
Paul
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
ibis Como
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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
1,001 reviews
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Property grounds
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
439 reviews
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Outdoor dining
Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
760 reviews
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Exterior
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
737 reviews
View
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,007 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Find the best Lugano City-Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
mouth of the river Cassarate to the park Ciani

Cassarate

If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Lake Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

Lugano

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 Lake Lugano or Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station.

Loreto

If you're spending some time in Loreto, Via Nassa and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland are top sights worth seeing.

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 Como

Hotel Como

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel calme, chambre spacieuse et très bien équipée."
Dominique 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Como

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 122 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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