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Our top choices for Lugano City-Centre hotels

Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), 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, (563 reviews)
"Nice buffet breakfast "
United States
Jay
The price is AED 821
AED 903 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Exterior

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (756 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 AED 977
AED 1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Walter au Lac
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great time and helpful, friendly staff."
United States
Felice
The price is AED 1,342
AED 1,435 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Terrace/patio

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff; clean, comfortable rooms, and excellent breakfast. No complaints."
Canada
David
The price is AED 739
AED 806 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Property grounds

Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (444 reviews)
"Beautiful room, great breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Jose
The price is AED 813
AED 883 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Federale Lugano
Outdoor dining

Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (768 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very good breakfast, near the train station, clean room, relaxed environment. "
United States
Jun
The price is AED 1,168
AED 1,212 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Continental Parkhotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun 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 AED 985
AED 1,065 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Villa Sassa
Exterior

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (470 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 AED 773
AED 841 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
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 AED 905
AED 959 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
San Carlo Suite
Comfort Quadruple Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (250 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is AED 528
AED 587 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel San Carlo
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Central Suites

Central Suites
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is AED 2,144
AED 2,742 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Central Suites
Interior

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (45 reviews)
"Great location. Well-maintained. Small and perfect for a solo traveler. "
United States
Joseph
The price is AED 742
AED 809 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Exterior

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 AED 856
AED 908 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
San Carlo Apartments
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 AED 962
AED 1,694 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Via Lambertenghi Apartments
Exterior

Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano

Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano
5.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (27 reviews)
"Lovely apartment that suited our needs to catch up with family. Short walk to shops."
Australia
Concetta
Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (Novos Contrada 5 202 with Terrace for) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Novos Contrada Apartments

Novos Contrada Apartments
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is AED 944
AED 1,676 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Novos Contrada Apartments
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Novos Arcadia 501 for 6) | Exterior detail

Novos Arcadia 501 for 6

Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
The price is AED 2,757
AED 3,785 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Novos Arcadia 501 for 6
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Stay Hotel

Stay Hotel
3.0 star property
28.1 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (162 reviews)
"Ok"
Italy
Ibrahim
The price is AED 243
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay Hotel
Bar (on property)

ibis Como

ibis Como
3.0 star property
27.5 km from Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (858 reviews)
"Very helpful & friendly staff "
Australia
Paul
The price is AED 398
AED 450 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
ibis Como
Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area | View from room

Hotel Ungheria Varese 1946

Hotel Ungheria Varese 1946
3.0 star property
23.4 km from Lugano City-Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (165 reviews)
"Great place and location. Staff were great, esp. Ilaya (sp)? at the front desk. Great view from our balcony (room at rear of building). Would highly recommend."
United States
Bill
The price is AED 378
AED 433 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Ungheria Varese 1946
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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
768 reviews
View
Property grounds
Hotel Federale Lugano
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
444 reviews
View
Exterior
Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
756 reviews
View
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun 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 and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A lake with mountains in the background, a boat on the water, and pink flowers in the foreground.

Loreto

While visiting Loreto, you might make a stop by sights like MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.

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 Schwimmbad Carona.

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.

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

Besso

When in Besso, you can plan a visit to Lake Lugano and Via Nassa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A calm lake surrounded by mountains and a town.

Pazzallo

Travelers 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 Funicolare

Hotel Funicolare

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is great except no AC!"
FARAZ 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Funicolare

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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. 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 neighborhood.
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 108 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 Lake Lugano, Parco Ciani, and Lungolago. 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 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.