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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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Beautiful view on Lugano's lake from the top of Monte San Salvatore.
It is possible to take a funicular to the top of Monte San Salvatore, and to hike down from there. Count 4h to get to Morcotte, voted most beautiful village of Switzerland in 2016. From Morcotte, you can take the boat back to Lugano.
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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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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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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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Santa Maria degli Angeli which includes religious elements, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

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.

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Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Il Perlo Panorama

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was cute, with good views from the restaurant. The staff was nice. It is up on the hill, so the town is not easily accessible. What is not listed, and should be, is how to get to the hotel. Uber, Lyft, public transportation was not an option for us. But, I called the hotel and they have a free shuttle. There was nothing on the listing as it would have been helpful to know. The shuttle is free and takes you to and from town."

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 Expedia customer reviews, LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel is the highest ranked property in Lugano City-Centre. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Continental Parkhotel and Hotel Federale Lugano.

How many hotels will I find in Lugano City-Centre?

Expedia has 116 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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Novos Contrada Apartments

Walter au Lac

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

Continental Parkhotel

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

Villa Sassa

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

San Carlo Suite

Hotel San Carlo

Hotel Federale Lugano

Novos Arcadia 501

San Carlo Apartments

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

Swiss Hotel Apartments - Lugano

Little Lugano

Boutique Apartments

Via Lambertenghi Apartments

Novos Centro Apartments

B&B Hotel Como Camerlata

Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Cassarate

Carona

Viganello

Loreto

Besso

Top Lugano City-Centre Hotel Reviews

Il Perlo Panorama

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