Title: Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Apartment with kitchen, near Lake Lugano ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71400000/71390800/71390752/032d74b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71400000/71390800/71390752/474b0c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71400000/71390800/71390752/8c146cd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71400000/71390800/71390752/acb921e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71400000/71390800/71390752/6d248dc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the charm of Lugano at this modern studio, nestled amidst mountain surroundings with a lake view. Enjoy open-air dining on the balcony, accompanied by enchanting Lake Lugano views. Inside, find a fully-equipped kitchen and laundry facilities for an absolutely carefree stay. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 2280 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Nestled amidst the typical mountain surroundings, with a lake view and abundant sunshine, this super modern and fully-equipped studio is perfect to indulge in a carefree vacation in Lugano! The first-floor holiday rental is washed with glorious Ticinese sunshine and offers a lovely balcony with open-air dining accompanied by enchanting Lake Lugano views. A barbecue is also available for romantic evenings and enjoying classic moments of summer or wintertime fun. Inside, the air-conditioned and centrally heated apartment ensures a comfy year-round stay for up to 2 guests, especially senior tourists looking for homestays in Lugano. A fully-equipped kitchen ready to take on any kind of meal preparation and featuring a dishwasher, microwave, fridge, Nespresso machine and induction hob is at guests\\' disposal to make your self-catering stay absolutely carefree at the holiday apartment. Laundry and ironing facilities are available too to facilitate convenient extended stays in Lugano! Sleeping There is a double bed in the apartment to sleep 2 guests in comfort. Bathroom Bathroom 1: The luminous bathroom with a shower and WC. Additional • Private Parking Space but a car is not necessary (Parking number 3 is reserved for guests staying at the apartment) • Free Wi-Fi • Hairdryer • Smart TV • Suitable for Elderly • Wardrobe • Underfloor heating Location The holiday apartment is located enviably close to the suggestive Olive Trail in Lugano and lakeshore Lido San Domenico, both of which are just a stone’s throw away. The hiking trail to the picturesque village of Gandria is also on the same route as the Olive Tree Trail, in fact, it is the same trail that ends at the village. From the holiday apartment, guests can enjoy the best of Lugano in just a 20-25 minute walk. They can explore the massive and historic Piazza della Reforma with a large selection of restaurants and the vibrant life of Lugano, they can visit the iconic Parco Ciani, spend a whole night having fun at Lugano Casino, relax in Lido di Lugano and, if they are into sports, then they can discover paragliding in Lugano right here. At a 12-15 minutes drive from the apartment, guests will find the lovely Tassino Park, Manzoni Square, the Water Jet of Paradiso and the funicular to the sunniest hill in Lugano, Monte Brè, where they can enjoy dining on the sunny terraces of the restaurants perched on the summit. For day trips, the amazing Swizz Minitur and Valsolda are a 20-25 minutes drive from the holiday apartment. Milan Malpensa is the nearest international airport, approximately a 70-minutes drive from this vacation rental in Lugano. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number NL-00000671 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Gelsomino Apt. 3, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Lugano 5463 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.00093%2C8.98385&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=22W5Jd4Bs0fxeR16IZerRbXUvvs=) Castagnola (Lugano) #### What's nearby - Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Mount Brè - 20 min walk - 1.0 mile - Lungolago - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Palazzo dei Congressi - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Lake Lugano - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles #### Getting around - Melide Station - 11 min drive - Lugano Funicular Station - 12 min drive - Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pane & Zucchero - ‬3 min drive - ‪Antica Osteria del Porto - ‬5 min drive - ‪Lugano Marittima - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ristorante della Posta - ‬4 min drive - ‪Martini Lounge Caffé - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland located? > Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake Lugano. Museo delle Dogane Svizzere and Lugano Exhibition Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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