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Property	Property class	Guest rating
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Walter au Lac	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 730 reviews	View
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 545 reviews	View
Villa Sassa	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
San Carlo Apartments	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 5 reviews	View

Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Find the best Lugano City-Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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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.

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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.

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Pazzallo

Travellers like the mountain views in Pazzallo, and Lake Lugano is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Como

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, modern and refurbished. Staff lovely and breakfast had a good choice of quality food."

Hotel Belvedere

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible views of the lake! Located a little further from the hustle and bustle of the town which provided us the tranquil, peaceful environment we prefer. But still close enough that we could just walk nearby to enjoy the shops, restaurants and people watching when we're in the mood. The whole property is clean and meticulously maintained. The staff were some of the nicest, most welcoming and helpful I've ever encountered. We stayed in the Tower Suite, highly recommend for its incredible views alone but everything was great. Suite was clean, bed was comfortable, recently renovated with a modern aesthetic. Amenities we enjoyed: free shuttle to and from the ferry (great if you have a lot of luggage), delicious free breakfast daily, and spa access with steam, sauna, ice and salt rooms (highly relaxing). Would stay here again without question!"

Kurhaus Cademario Hotel & SPA

10/10 Excellent

"Celebrated my birthday with friends at the hotel with a long spa weekend. Relatively easy to get to- Lugano Station has plenty of taxis or uber availability if you don't want to wait for the bus. All the staff were lovely and very accommodating. Beautiful views and a lovely spa. Treatments were also great. The Bar/Bistro was particularly nice to unwind in to have a drink and get food."

Villa Sassa

10/10 Excellent

"I was incredibly surprised to find such a gem in Lugano. ALLthe staff (front desk, restaurant, gym, spa) were warm and welcoming and most important competent. The rooms are sparse but super clean and functional apartments. I enjoyed the spa services and products as well as the gym classes. The restaurant was the biggest surprise- should have a Michelin star. Excellent food, presentation and knowledgable and attentive staff. The view is gorgeous- i fact we saw an end to end rainbow one day after a storm from mountain to lake. Sorta sums up the place. Very intimate and special. "

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 121 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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Walter au Lac

Little Lugano

Villa Sassa

San Carlo Suite

Hotel San Carlo

San Carlo Apartments

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano

Via Lambertenghi Apartments

Hotel Federale Lugano

Continental Parkhotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

Lovely Appartment With a big Terrace in the Heart of Lugano

Novos Contrada Apartments

Star of Lugano

Novos Centro Apartments

Novos Arcadia 501

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Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Cassarate

Carona

Loreto

Viganello

Pazzallo

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Como

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