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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (247 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is ฿5,258
฿5,817 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel San Carlo
Exterior

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (752 reviews)
"Excellent air conditioning and views of the lake were amazing! Central location. Would stay again for the price and location!"
Canada
Isabel
The price is ฿8,942
฿9,641 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Walter au Lac
Front of property

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 ฿8,263
฿8,754 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
San Carlo Suite
Terrace/patio

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff; clean, comfortable rooms, and excellent breakfast. No complaints."
Canada
David
The price is ฿7,353
฿7,991 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (561 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 ฿7,551
฿8,301 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Exterior

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (465 reviews)
"Excellent location near waterfront park and dining. Nice breakfast with fun soccer decor and unique artwork in restaurant. "
United States
Richard
The price is ฿7,432
฿8,074 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
Outdoor dining

Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (764 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very good breakfast, near the train station, clean room, relaxed environment. "
United States
Jun
The price is ฿10,685
฿11,091 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Continental Parkhotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were super helpful, food good and place was clean!"
United States
stephanie
The price is ฿8,370
฿9,200 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Villa Sassa
Exterior

Via Lambertenghi Apartments

Via Lambertenghi Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"Excellent and very friendly. Beautiful place. "
United States
Andy
The price is ฿5,690
฿11,447 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
Property grounds

Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Beautiful room, great breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Jose
The price is ฿9,014
฿9,807 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Federale Lugano
Exterior

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 ฿9,050
฿9,571 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
San Carlo Apartments
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

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 ฿13,076
฿13,957 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen

Boutique Suites

Boutique Suites
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is ฿15,196
฿20,499 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Boutique Suites
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Patio | Balcony

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
Lovely Appartment With a big Terrace in the Heart of Lugano
Interior

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Great location. Well-maintained. Small and perfect for a solo traveler. "
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿6,652
฿7,260 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Exterior

Little Lugano

Little Lugano
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 ฿6,453
฿12,250 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Little Lugano
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (Novos Contrada 5 502) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is ฿13,292
฿19,350 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Novos Contrada Apartments
Marina

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 ฿8,444
฿16,385 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Star of Lugano
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Hotel Funicolare

Hotel Funicolare
6.5 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel: Kind staff Good location Free parking Amazing views!!!"
United Kingdom
Marek
The price is ฿3,269
฿3,595 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Funicolare
View from property

Hotel Excelsior Splendide

Hotel Excelsior Splendide
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (868 reviews)
"This hotel was lovely. The view couldn’t be beat and the staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Robin
The price is ฿7,588
฿8,576 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Excelsior Splendide
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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
View
Outdoor dining
Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
764 reviews
View
Property grounds
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
442 reviews
View
Exterior
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
752 reviews
View
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Villa Sassa
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Find the best Lugano City-Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A lake with sailboats, rocky shore, and mountains in the background.

Cassarate

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

A mountainous landscape with a valley and a lake.
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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 Botanical Garden Parco San Grato.

A lake with mountains in the background, a boat on the water, and pink flowers in the foreground.

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 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 Lake Lugano or Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station.

An ornate church interior with a high vaulted ceiling, a central altar, and detailed frescoes.

Besso

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

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent air conditioning and views of the lake were amazing! Central location. Would stay again for the price and location!"
Isabel 3-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Walter au Lac

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 109 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.