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near Cathedral of Saint Lawrence

Apartment. Creative. Great value. Featuring free WiFi, Sonniges Paradies offers accommodation in Lugano. Free private parking is available on site. All units feature a cable flat-screen TV and a seating and/or dining area. All units have a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher and oven. A microwave is also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower, bathrobes, and slippers. Bed linen is available for free. Lugano Airport is 5 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Lovely property. Popular among couples. 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. The hotel offers an indoor pool, a tennis court, 3 restaurants, and free WiFi. The 2 gourmet restaurants, Le Relais and Gallery Arté al Lago, and the La Rucola offer Mediterranean dishes from the freshest seasonal ingredients and selected wines from the well-stocked cellar. Once the home of a noble Russian family, the impressive mansion was transformed into a hotel in 1885. Rooms and suites in the Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola are individually decorated and have stunning park and/or lake views, a balcony, a terrace or loggia. Bus stops, the boat pier and the funicular to Monte Brè can be found in the immediate vicinity. Several cafés, shops and restaurants can be found in the city centre, only a few steps away. Show full description

Lively. Great bar. Ideally situated in the centre of Lugano, LUGANODANTE - We like you features air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms have a safety deposit box. A buffet, continental or gluten-free breakfast is available each morning at the property. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. Lugano Station is 300 metres from LUGANODANTE - We like you, while Exhibition Center Lugano is 1.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 64 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Located in Lugano, 2.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant provides accommodation with a restaurant, a private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a bar. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a garden and a terrace. Popular points of interest near Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant include Monte San Salvatore, Art Museum Lugano and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura. The hotel features family rooms. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant each room is fitted with a private bathroom. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Lugano Airport, 3 km from the hotel. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Elegant. Rooftop restaurant. 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. Free WiFi is available throughout the entirely non-smoking property. With its elegant guest rooms, fine cuisine and a staff of 100 employees who provide meticulous personal service, the Splendide Royal hotel inspires loyalty among its clients. Usually more than half the guests are repeat visitors. The executive chef of the hotel's own restaurant I Due Sud has been rewarded with 1 Michelin star and 16 Gault et Millau points for the cuisine combining traditional flavours from southern Switzerland and southern Italy. This restaurant serves dinner from Tuesdays to Saturdays (reservation highly recommended), while the La Veranda restaurant (14 G&M points) is open daily for lunch and dinner, offering Mediterranean dishes with local and seasonal produce. The on-site Splendide Lifestyle Spa includes a pool, a sun terrace, a gym, as well as various saunas and steam baths. Beauty and cosmetic treatments can be booked. Aperitifs and cocktails, as well as a selection of international hors d'oeuvres and snacks is available in the Belle Epoque bar until 00:30 in the night. You can park your car in the garage or outside on the hotel grounds. The city centre with its boutiques can be reached within a walk of just a few minutes along the lake. Show full description

Guest House. Delightful property. Great interior design. Only a few steps away from the shore of Lake Lugano, this historic, 16th-century villa is 2 km from the centre of Lugano. The modern and spacious rooms at Guesthouse Castagnola feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, and a kitchen or kitchenette with a Nespresso coffee maker. The bathrooms have a hairdryer and Fragonard toiletries. The Posta Castagnola bus stop offers connections to Lugano and is just a few steps away from the Castagnola Guesthouse. Show full description

Apartment. Newly opened, February 2024. Offering a garden and lake view, {Home Sofia} Room 5, for Couples is located in Lugano, 300 metres from Lugano Station and 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano. Among the facilities at this property are room service and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. The property is soundproof and is set 8.4 km from Swiss Miniatur. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a shower and a dressing room. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the apartment can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Outdoor play equipment is also available at {Home Sofia} Room 5, for Couples, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Mendrisio Station is 20 km from the accommodation, while Chiasso Station is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa, 65 km from {Home Sofia} Room 5, for Couples, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Apartment. Set in Lugano in the Canton of Ticino region, Lakeview Panorama Penthouse with Washer & Dryer features a balcony and lake views. The air-conditioned accommodation is 400 metres from Lugano Station, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The spacious apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. The accommodation offers a lift and private check-in and check-out for guests. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. Exhibition Center Lugano is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Swiss Miniatur is 8.2 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 65 km from Lakeview Panorama Penthouse with Washer & Dryer. Show full description

Historic. Great bar. The family-run Continental Parkhotel is located 200 metres south of the main railway station of Lugano, where the funicular leaves regularly for the city centre. Plunge into the wonderful swimming pool amidst a large park after a day of doing sightseeing or business in Lugano. La Veranda à la carte restaurant or in summer Grotto & Ronco dei Bianchi Distillery, with warm Ticino specialties, open from 6.30pm to 10.00pm. All rooms are air-conditioned and non-smoking and are equipped with soundproofed windows. The comfort rooms are located in the annex building and the superior rooms in the main building of the Continental Parkhotel. The buildings of the surrounding Ronco dei Bianchi historical vineyard have been carefully restored and house a distillery, a cellar for the wine production, the agricultural museum and the grotto restaurant. Show full description

Apartment. Hip. Superb interior design. In the heart of Lugano, set within a short distance of Exhibition Center Lugano and Lugano Station, Al Ciani Balcony Suite offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a toaster and coffee machine. The property features lake and city views, and is 8.1 km from Swiss Miniatur. The spacious apartment with a balcony and mountain views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. For guests with children, the apartment offers a children's playground. Mendrisio Station is 20 km from Al Ciani Balcony Suite, while Chiasso Station is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 65 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Villa Principe Leopoldo - Ticino Hotels Group can be found amid a large park above Lugano, offering panoramic views of Lake Lugano and the mountains, and featuring leisure, sport and wellness facilities, as well as exquisite dining options. WiFi is available for free. A Member of Relais & Chateaux, Villa Principe Leopoldo - Ticino Hotels Group is a harmonious blend of Italian charm and Swiss excellence. The historical villa, once a prince's residence, provides views of the lake and the garden, and the nearby park The DOT SPA offers a relaxing ambience made with personalised treatments based on the Villa Principe's own top-quality cosmetic line. Hot tub, sauna and steam bath facilities are also featured. The Principe Leopoldo Restaurant received excellent reviews in the most important international guides. The Piano Bar & Lounge offers an exclusive selection of cocktails and wines, champagne and malt whiskies, all accompanied by live music. A breakfast room is located in each building. The spacious and stylishly decorated guest rooms are all air-conditioned. Bathrobes and slippers can be found in the luxurious bathrooms. Villa Principe Leopoldo - Ticino Hotels Group is 2 km from the city centre of Lugano. Private outdoor parking is available on site for free. Garage parking is possible at an additional cost. A charging station for electric and Tesla vehicles is available on site. Show full description

Apartment. Newly opened, February 2024. {Home Sofia} Room 2 - Modern Station, a property with a garden, is located in Lugano, 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 8.4 km from Swiss Miniatur, as well as 20 km from Mendrisio Station. Among the facilities at this property are room service and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The spacious apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the apartment features a selection of packed lunches. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Lugano Station. A flat-screen TV is available. Guests at {Home Sofia} Room 2 - Modern Station can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Outdoor play equipment is also available at the accommodation, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Chiasso Station is 27 km from {Home Sofia} Room 2 - Modern Station, while Villa Carlotta is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa, 65 km from the apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Charming. Great location. Popular among women. Right on the shore of Lake Lugano, the 3-star superior International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden with an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and a lobby bar. The Old Town of Lugano, featuring several restaurants, bars and shops, is just a short walk away. An internet workstation and an ethernet connection for notebook computers are available free of charge at the lobby bar. A private underground car park can be used at an additional cost. The traditional International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel includes an exhibition about its 100-year history. The Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli, dating from 1515 and featuring a famous fresco by Bernardino Luini, is located just next to the hotel. Show full description

Lively. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. Offering stylish rooms with free WiFi, the design Hotel Gabbani is centrally set on Lugano‘s Piazza Cioccaro Square. The Main Train Station is reachable by the city cable car, only 50 metres away. The designer Sven Panzera blended warm oak furnishings and classic Danish-design armchairs with marble illuminated elements to create a unique ambience in every room. Clear lines, soft shapes and ad hoc elements like a bathtub next to the bed or a small staircase will add up to the atmosphere. Civico Park and the shores of Lake Lugano are only 2 minutes’ walk away. Each unit features pastel-toned or bright-contrasted decor. Room amenities include air-conditioning, minibar and a flat-screen TV. The à la carte gourmet restaurant Gabbani and a bar can be enjoyed on the ground floor of this Mediterranean-style building. The Ikobani restaurant additionally offers Japanese specialities and drinks that can be enjoyed on the rooftop terrace with a city view during spring and summer. Also a gourmet shop with a selected choice of regional delicacies is available on site. Public parking is provided for a charge at a nearby location. Lugano Central Ferries Station and Piazza Riforma Bus Station are reachable within a radius of 200 metres from Hotel Gabbani. San Salvatore Mountain is only a 10-minute bus ride away. Show full description

Apartment. Situated in Lugano in the Canton of Ticino region with Lugano Station nearby, IMPERIAL of LUGANO apartment-behind the station with FREE parking features accommodation with free private parking. The property features lake and garden views, and is 2.8 km from Exhibition Center Lugano. The apartment has family rooms. At the apartment complex, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk and a seating area with a sofa. Units include a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and some have mountain views. Swiss Miniatur is 8.4 km from the apartment, while Mendrisio Station is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 65 km from IMPERIAL of LUGANO apartment-behind the station with FREE parking. Show full description

Apartment. Boasting garden views, SKY features accommodation with a shared lounge and a balcony, around 600 metres from Lugano Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The spacious apartment with a terrace and lake views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation provides a lift and a shared kitchen for guests. The property has an outdoor dining area. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lugano, like hiking. Exhibition Center Lugano is 1.6 km from SKY, while Swiss Miniatur is 8.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 65 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Charming. Great views. Peacefully situated 9 km from the centre of Lugano and its Exhibition Center, Salotto Brè - Bed & Breakfast charming rooms features a free WiFi throughout the property. The bed and breakfast has a terrace and views of the mountain, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Art Museum Lugano is 10 km from Salotto Brè - Bed & Breakfast charming rooms, while Monte San Salvatore is 13 km away. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Some rooms come with an external shared bathroom fitted with a shower and some feature a private bathroom. The area is popular for cycling and hiking. Monte Brè can be reached within a 20-minute drive from Lugano and can be reached by bus number 12 or by funicular. Lugano Airport is 15 km from the property. Show full description

Great value. Popular among women. This family-owned hotel is centrally located just a short walk from Lugano town centre and its breathtaking lakeshore, and the famous Piazza Riforma with its many sidewalk cafés. Located in a quiet spot halfway up a hill, the hotel is just a short 3-minute walk from the train station, and provides quiet rooms in a green corner of the city. Many rooms have a balcony view of Monte Bré, or overlook the town. The hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travellers. Its restaurant offers elegant simplicity, and the bar is ideal for a relaxing evening drink. The hotel also features limited meeting facilities. Show full description

Apartment. Set in Lugano, 600 metres from Exhibition Center Lugano and 1.1 km from Lugano Station, One Only central City Penthouse offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is located 20 km from Mendrisio Station and features a lift. The spacious apartment is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Chiasso Station is 27 km from the apartment, while Villa Carlotta is 31 km away. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.4 km from Swiss Miniatur. The property offers city views. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 65 km from One Only central City Penthouse. Show full description

Apartment. Located 2.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 6.2 km from Swiss Miniatur and 18 km from Mendrisio Station, Apartment PALMA - Central & Cozy with Free Private Parking provides accommodation set in Lugano. This apartment features free private parking, a lift and free WiFi. The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.8 km from Lugano Station. Chiasso Station is 25 km from the apartment, while Villa Olmo is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 63 km from Apartment PALMA - Central & Cozy with Free Private Parking. Show full description