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Established in 1887, the 5-star Splendide Royal with its turn-of-the-century character is Lugano's most fashionable hotel, located on Lugano's lakeside main street.

I found the service at the breakfast place lacking—some of the staff were quite impolite and didn’t seem very professional
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Wonderful
1,200 reviews
Price from
$427.84
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a bar, LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel is located in the center of Lugano, a 4-minute walk from Lugano Station. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space....

Near and the staff
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Wonderful
2,827 reviews
Price from
$316.96
1 night, 2 adults

Lugano Superior Suites - Free Parking enjoys a location in Lugano, a 17-minute walk from Lugano Station and one mile from Lugano Exhibition Center.

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Wonderful
1,283 reviews
Price from
$218.14
1 night, 2 adults

Right on the shores of Lake Lugano and within walking distance of the Old Town of Lugano, the 5-star Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is set within a private, subtropical park.

We absolutely loved everything about our stay: the staff were so friendly and attentive, the views were gorgeous, the room was magnificent, the beds comfortable, and the spa was clean and quiet, with the massages so great and relaxing. We also loved the breakfast spread. It’s a nice stroll into town and the hotel is in a quiet area. Perfect for a getaway and melt away the stress! I definitely want to return and if you have any second thoughts about booking, just do it 😊
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Wonderful
863 reviews
Price from
$590.54
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Lugano-Paradiso, a 5-minute walk from Lake Lugano and the Monte San Salvatore Park, The View Lugano offers modern suites with free WiFi and free air conditioning, a wellness area and a...

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Wonderful
390 reviews
Price from
$772.82
1 night, 2 adults

Providing mountain views, Salotto Brè - Bed & Breakfast charming rooms in Lugano provides accommodations, a garden, a terrace, and a bar.

nice place great location nice hosts great breakfast
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Wonderful
358 reviews
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$208.50
1 night, 2 adults

Providing mountain views, Regalia Suites - Free Parking in Lugano features accommodations and a terrace.

Nice new clean apartment, well equipped. Close amenities. Free indoor/outdoor parking space.
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Exceptional
201 reviews
Price from
$219.34
1 night, 2 adults

IMPERIAL of LUGANO 3 with a lake view behind the station and 10 min from the lake of Lugano offers accommodations in Lugano, a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.8 miles from Lugano Exhibition...

Facilities are modern fully equipped, complete with all utensils. Scenery from terrace are superb.
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Wonderful
284 reviews
Price from
$614.64
1 night, 2 adults

Providing city views, Magic Deluxe Suites - Free Parking in Lugano offers accommodations and a terrace. This apartment provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

Very comfortable condo in an excellent location.
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Exceptional
582 reviews
Price from
$207.29
1 night, 2 adults

Lake Modern Suites - Free Parking offers accommodations in Lugano, a 5-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 1.5 miles from Lugano Station.

It was clean and comfortable. Also, there were not only enough facilities for cooking and daily life necessities, but also through construction to how use them.
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Wonderful
722 reviews
Price from
$166.32
1 night, 2 adults
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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

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  • Review score
    Wonderful · 1,200 reviews

    Established in 1887, the 5-star Splendide Royal with its turn-of-the-century character is Lugano's most fashionable hotel, located on Lugano's lakeside main street.

  • Review score
    Wonderful · 2,827 reviews

    Featuring a bar, LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel is located in the center of Lugano, a 4-minute walk from Lugano Station. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space.

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    Wonderful · 358 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Salotto Brè - Bed & Breakfast charming rooms in Lugano provides accommodations, a garden, a terrace, and a bar.

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    Wonderful · 390 reviews

    Located in Lugano-Paradiso, a 5-minute walk from Lake Lugano and the Monte San Salvatore Park, The View Lugano offers modern suites with free WiFi and free air conditioning, a wellness area and a...

    Guest review
    We loved our stay here! The hotel is exceptionally beautiful and modern with an outstanding staff and atmosphere. The views our spectacular and the food was delicious as well.
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    Wonderful · 863 reviews

    Right on the shores of Lake Lugano and within walking distance of the Old Town of Lugano, the 5-star Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is set within a private, subtropical park.

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    Very Good · 1,868 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Colibrì is located in Lugano, a 10-minute drive from the lake. Free WiFi access is available.

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    Very Good · 1,982 reviews

    In the center of Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi is only 500 ft from the shores of Lake Lugano. Free Wi-Fi is available.

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    Excellent · 1,919 reviews

    Located on the lake promenade near the traffic-free center of Lugano, Hotel Walter Au Lac offers you rooms with superb lake views. WiFi is free of charge. All air-conditioned rooms are renovated.

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    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Imperial of Lugano 4 with a lake view behind the station and 10 min from the lake offers accommodations in Lugano, a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.8 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

    Guest review
    It’s amazing flat . Clean , all thing you want you can find , so comfortable. Nice view to the lake near the central. The owner is helpful . Actually i feel like my home .
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    Exceptional · 201 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Regalia Suites - Free Parking in Lugano features accommodations and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Really great apartment, kitchen fully equipped, clean, well kept, nice balcony. Fully recommend!
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    Exceptional · 5 reviews

    The Lakeside Apartment - Strategic position! is located in Lugano, just 14 miles from Mendrisio Station and 18 miles from Chiasso Station.

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    Exceptional · 69 reviews

    A recently renovated apartment, Bellavista Apartment with Free Parking offers accommodations in Lugano. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Guest review
    Was absolutely the cleanest apartment ever. And the views were stunning!
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    Exceptional · 4 reviews

    Located in Lugano, 1.3 miles from Lugano Station, Casa Santa Birgitta has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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    Exceptional · 582 reviews

    Providing city views, Magic Deluxe Suites - Free Parking in Lugano offers accommodations and a terrace. This apartment provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

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    Exceptional · 29 reviews

    Suite With View - Free Parking - Appartamento Aurora Lugano is located in Lugano, just 2.5 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 3.1 miles from Lugano Station.

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    Wonderful · 16 reviews

    Confortevole appartamento nel cuore di Lugano is a recently renovated apartment in Lugano, near Lugano Station. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Guest review
    Top floor very charming apartment has everything you need, in a centralized location with shops,pharmacy,restaurants in close proximity.
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    Wonderful · 1,283 reviews

    Lugano Superior Suites - Free Parking enjoys a location in Lugano, a 17-minute walk from Lugano Station and one mile from Lugano Exhibition Center.

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    Wonderful · 722 reviews

    Lake Modern Suites - Free Parking offers accommodations in Lugano, a 5-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 1.5 miles from Lugano Station.

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    Wonderful · 11 reviews

    Family Joy - Central Location & Garage offers accommodations in Lugano, a 6-minute walk from Lugano Station and one mile from Lugano Exhibition Center.

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    Wonderful · 28 reviews

    Imperial of Lugano 2 with a lake view and garden behind the station and 10 min from the lake of Lugano is located in Lugano, just a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.8 miles from Lugano...

    Guest review
    The lication and the facility were perfect. The hoist was friendly snd very respectful
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    Wonderful · 262 reviews

    Easy flat Vezia, indipendent entrance, free parking enjoys a location in Lugano, 2.6 miles from Lugano Station and 3.4 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

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    Wonderful · 5 reviews

    Novos Arcadia 501 - Happy Rentals is located in Lugano, just a 6-minute walk from Lugano Station and 4.8 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

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    Wonderful · 284 reviews

    IMPERIAL of LUGANO 3 with a lake view behind the station and 10 min from the lake of Lugano offers accommodations in Lugano, a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.8 miles from Lugano Exhibition...

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    Wonderful · 56 reviews

    1.2 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center in Lugano, Belvedere Apartment Walking Distance from Train Station features accommodations with access to a hot tub.

    Guest review
    Lovely apartment with a great view. Very convenient to the train station. Many nice amenities.
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    Wonderful · 31 reviews

    LuganoApartment is located in Lugano, just a 15-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 4.7 miles from Swiss Miniatur. With city views, this accommodation offers a terrace.

    Guest review
    A roomie guest apartment with a nice size bed, right across from the funicular.
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    Wonderful · 9 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Lugano Station and 0.9 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center, Blue - x4PAX Private Garden in Lugano features accommodations in Lugano with a garden.

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    Wonderful · 4 reviews

    Duplex in casa rurale con cortile privato is located in Lugano, just a 13-minute walk from Lugano Station and 2 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

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    Wonderful · 2 reviews

    Deluxe Urban Apartment 18 - Free Parking offers accommodations in Lugano, a 16-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 5.3 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

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    Wonderful · 66 reviews

    Experience The Loft! LOFT 18, downtown, near the lake FREE PARKING available is located in Lugano, just 1.7 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 3.8 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

    Guest review
    Excellent, central location that is very close to the lake. The space is private and parking is nearby.
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    Wonderful · 2 reviews

    Spacious & Stylish Apartment - Partial Lake View is located in Lugano, just 2 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 3.6 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

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    Wonderful · 87 reviews

    Offering a garden, Suite Apartment with a view and free parking provides accommodations in Lugano. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Guest review
    Amazing place with lovely view, warm shower cozy bed and good coffee Absolutely recommended
  • Central location
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    Wonderful · 65 reviews

    Urban Flat offers accommodations in Lugano, a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station and 0.7 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

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    Wonderful · 1 review

    Minerva 406 by Quokka 360 - Close to Lugano station is located in Lugano, just 2 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 4.3 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

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    Wonderful · 89 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and one mile from Lugano Station, Cozy apartment with Free Parking & close to Lake features accommodations in Lugano with a garden.

    Guest review
    A nice comfortable apartment at the edge of the city. The kitchen was well stocked. A Coop grocery is two blocks away.
  • Central location
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    Wonderful · 4 reviews

    Lagoon 313 is located in Lugano, just a 3-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 1.1 miles from Lugano Station. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Central location
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    Wonderful · 67 reviews

    Lakeside Attic is located in Lugano, just 1.2 miles from Lugano Station and 1.6 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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    Very Good · 3,351 reviews

    The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 656 feet from the Lugano train station.

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    Very Good · 1,978 reviews

    The Hotel Acquarello is located in the Old Town of Lugano, right at the lower terminus of the funicular connecting the center to the main railway station.

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    Very Good · 3,603 reviews

    Hotel Admiral Lugano is located in the Paradiso neighborhood, within walking distance from the shores of Lake Lugano and the San Salvatore funicular station.

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    Excellent · 181 reviews

    Located in Lugano and with Lugano Exhibition Center reachable within one mile, Hotel Locanda Castagnola provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and...

    Guest review
    Beautiful view, easy to access by car, great staff, excellent breakfast.
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    Very Good · 119 reviews

    *Veranda's rooms* - Free parking in central Lugano enjoys a location in Lugano, 1.6 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 6.3 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

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    Excellent · 118 reviews

    Lugano Boat Apartment is located in Lugano, just 1.8 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 2.4 miles from Lugano Station.

    Guest review
    Very good apartment We come back again . Not too noisy, especially view of Lugano 🇨🇭😍
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    Very Good · 288 reviews

    TALEDA Apartments - Modern Apartments & Self Checkin in the Old Town offers accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Lugano, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

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    Very Good · 282 reviews

    Boutique Homes - Happy Rentals provides air-conditioned rooms in Lugano. The property is around a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station, 5.6 miles from Swiss Miniatur, and 13 miles from Mendrisio Station.

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  • Avg. price/night: $131.36
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    Very Good · 3,351 reviews
    + Cheap price (for the Swiss standards) + Nice helpful staff + Good location, closed to the train station, and beautiful garden. + Free swimming pool
    Guest review by
    Fernando
    Family with young children
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    Very Good · 50 reviews
    Great location with all the amenities you need for a family. It has a washing machine and dryer which makes a longer stay easy. The apartment was very clean, with two rooms and bathrooms which is ideal for a family. It is also in the heart of Lugano, only a street back from the lake.
    Guest review by
    Christian
    Family with young children
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    Good · 362 reviews
    I booked the apartment the same morning of my stay and everything went incredibly smoothly! The host was only a text message or phone call away and possible concerns were taken seriously and also taken care of right away! The apartment was very clean and the location is ideal (short bus ride away from the city center and the bus stop is only a 2-minutes-walk from the apartment).
    Guest review by
    Noémie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $382.52
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    Very Good · 1,120 reviews
    ideal location, beautiful hotel, very clean and excellent breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Aurelie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $404.94
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    Wonderful · 2,827 reviews
    Amazing breakfast, too bad we did not try food at the restaurant (except drinks and desserts which were very delicious). Very comfortable pillows, ideal location, great noise isolation, very clean
    Guest review by
    Indre
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $279.60
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    Excellent · 2,134 reviews
    Continental Park hotel was a good choice for us arriving at the peak season, but having not much budget to spend for long weekend. Great value for the price. The hotel has a long history and we were impressed how they cheer it with numerous old photos and pictures. Polite and helpful staff, very clean and convenient rooms. Amazing breakfast! And very good location: not far from the center, you can use funicular for free to go up and down to the center if you don’t want to use the stairs. We didn’t use the pool, though it looked nice.
    Guest review by
    Anastasiia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $131.36
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    Very Good · 3,351 reviews
    Location we thought was ideal Very clean place Very nice staff
    Guest review by
    Aaron
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $113.89
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    Good · 2,215 reviews
    The lady on reception was so helpful and gave us tickets for discounted travel and excursions. The hotel room was just what we needed, very clean and in an amazing location. About a 10 minute walk to the main centre which was ideal. They stored our bags for us also which was a great added bonus. Highly reccomend!
    Guest review by
    Mollie
    Young couple

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