Hotels in Lugano, Switzerland

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Lugano sits on the shores of a glacial lake in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino in southern Switzerland. The city combines urban amenities with waterside promenades and easy access to regional scenery.

Lakeside activities Jun–Aug Rainier months — plan for wet days May–Oct Cool, lower-sun months Feb–Dec

Lago di Lugano
Central glacial lake and scenic focal point used for lakeside promenades and photography. Tip: Use the waterfront promenades for views and photos.
Monte Brè
Prominent hill above Lugano offering sweeping panoramas across Lake Lugano and surrounding peaks. Tip: Hike local trails or visit viewpoints for short walks and
Monte San Salvatore
Distinctive summit overlooking Lugano and the lake, frequented for hikes and broad vistas. Tip: Follow the trails to viewpoints for wide lake and town views.

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Warmest: Jul–Aug
Sunniest: Jun–Jul
Rainiest: May–Oct

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Barony romantic villa

Stars: 5Rating: 9.7Family friendly

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Spacious four-bedroom apartment. Sun terrace and garden. Kitchenette and air-conditioning. Convenient private parking. Barony romantic villa in Lugano offers a spacious four-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment designed for comfortable stays. The living room includes a sofa bed and work desk, suitable for both relaxation and productivity. Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or in the garden, with barbecue facilities available for outdoor dining. The apartment is equipped with air-conditioning, a kitchenette, and a washing machine,…Spacious four-bedroom apartment. Sun terrace and garden. Kitchenette and air-conditioning. Convenient private parking. Barony romantic villa in Lugano offers a spacious four-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment designed for comfortable stays. The living room includes a sofa bed and work desk, suitable for both relaxation and productivity. Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or in the garden, with barbecue facilities available for outdoor dining. The apartment is equipped with air-conditioning, a kitchenette, and a washing machine, while free WiFi and private parking add to the convenience. Located just a few kilometers from the Exhibition Center and Lugano Station, it also provides easy access to nearby attractions and outdoor activities including skiing, hiking, and cycling.

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Apartment Superpanorama II by Interhome

Stars: 3Rating: 9.2Pet friendly

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Lake and mountain views. Balcony and lift. Fully equipped kitchen. Free WiFi. Apartment Superpanorama II by Interhome in Lugano offers spacious accommodation with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The modern apartment includes a balcony providing panoramic lake and mountain views, alongside a fully equipped kitchen featuring a coffee machine, dishwasher, and oven. Additional comforts include free WiFi, a dining area, a TV, and a washing machine, with lift access enhancing convenience. Situated…Lake and mountain views. Balcony and lift. Fully equipped kitchen. Free WiFi. Apartment Superpanorama II by Interhome in Lugano offers spacious accommodation with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The modern apartment includes a balcony providing panoramic lake and mountain views, alongside a fully equipped kitchen featuring a coffee machine, dishwasher, and oven. Additional comforts include free WiFi, a dining area, a TV, and a washing machine, with lift access enhancing convenience. Situated within easy reach of Exhibition Center Lugano and Lugano Station, the location provides opportunities for skiing, kayaking, and nearby cultural visits to Swiss Miniatur and Villa Carlotta.

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Lakeside Lugano

Rating: 8.9Family friendly

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Renovated apartment. Free WiFi. Kitchen-equipped. Near exhibition center. Lakeside Lugano offers a modern, recently renovated apartment ideally situated under 1 km from the Exhibition Center Lugano. The space features a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee machine, dishwasher, and microwave, alongside a comfortable living area with a sofa bed. Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, free WiFi, and a private bathroom stocked with bathrobes. Additional conveniences include a…Renovated apartment. Free WiFi. Kitchen-equipped. Near exhibition center. Lakeside Lugano offers a modern, recently renovated apartment ideally situated under 1 km from the Exhibition Center Lugano. The space features a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee machine, dishwasher, and microwave, alongside a comfortable living area with a sofa bed. Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, free WiFi, and a private bathroom stocked with bathrobes. Additional conveniences include a paid shuttle service and access to amenities such as a casino, concierge, coffee shop, and bike hire. The location provides easy access to local attractions and outdoor activities like ice skating, boating, and kayaking.

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Villa Girandola with private, heated pool

Stars: 5Rating: 8.4Family friendly

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Private heated pool. Spacious villa. Garden terrace. Free WiFi. Villa Girandola in Lugano offers a spacious retreat with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area includes a comfortable sofa and a work desk, complementing the well-equipped kitchenette and dining space. Outside, a private heated swimming pool overlooks the lush garden and sun terrace, providing a serene setting for relaxation. Additional conveniences include a washing machine, outdoor fireplace, and free…Private heated pool. Spacious villa. Garden terrace. Free WiFi. Villa Girandola in Lugano offers a spacious retreat with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area includes a comfortable sofa and a work desk, complementing the well-equipped kitchenette and dining space. Outside, a private heated swimming pool overlooks the lush garden and sun terrace, providing a serene setting for relaxation. Additional conveniences include a washing machine, outdoor fireplace, and free on-site parking. Situated just a short drive from the Exhibition Center and Lugano Station, this villa provides easy access to local attractions while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere.

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Park Hotel Principe

Stars: 4Rating: 7.9Family friendlyPet friendly

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Hilltop location. Heated outdoor pool. Tennis courts. Free WiFi. Perched atop the serene Collina d’Oro Hill, Park Hotel Principe blends spacious elegance with natural tranquility. Each air-conditioned unit is thoughtfully furnished, some with terraces or verandas opening onto private gardens. The heated outdoor pool and two tennis courts invite relaxation and activity amid peaceful surroundings. Guests benefit from free WiFi and complimentary outdoor parking, with a private…Hilltop location. Heated outdoor pool. Tennis courts. Free WiFi. Perched atop the serene Collina d’Oro Hill, Park Hotel Principe blends spacious elegance with natural tranquility. Each air-conditioned unit is thoughtfully furnished, some with terraces or verandas opening onto private gardens. The heated outdoor pool and two tennis courts invite relaxation and activity amid peaceful surroundings. Guests benefit from free WiFi and complimentary outdoor parking, with a private covered car park available for a fee. Seasonal shuttle services connect the hotel to the town and train station, enhancing convenience. Additional amenities include a fitness room, sauna, and on-site bicycle rental. A diverse breakfast featuring homemade pastries is served year-round.

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Barony Agave

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Adults-only apartment. Rooftop pool. Lake and mountain views. Kitchenette and parking. Barony Agave in Lugano offers a spacious adults-only apartment featuring two bedrooms, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchenette. The accommodation benefits from a terrace, balcony, and a rooftop pool with captivating views of the lake, garden, and mountains. Modern comforts include air-conditioning, free WiFi, soundproofing, and appliances such as a washing machine and dishwasher. Situated 2.4 km from the…Adults-only apartment. Rooftop pool. Lake and mountain views. Kitchenette and parking. Barony Agave in Lugano offers a spacious adults-only apartment featuring two bedrooms, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchenette. The accommodation benefits from a terrace, balcony, and a rooftop pool with captivating views of the lake, garden, and mountains. Modern comforts include air-conditioning, free WiFi, soundproofing, and appliances such as a washing machine and dishwasher. Situated 2.4 km from the Exhibition Center Lugano and 4.3 km from Lugano Station, this property provides easy access to local attractions like Swiss Miniatur and Villa Carlotta. Outdoor activities nearby include skiing, ice-skating, and boating, with private parking available on site for added convenience.

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