Title: Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola 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) # Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Stylish beach retreat with indoor pool ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/db7f2529.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/9edc3a0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/fd706b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/f55cebea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/6c637d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola on Lake Lugano offers a refined sanctuary. Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at three restaurants, treatments at Clarins Wellness Corner, an indoor pool, on-site shops, and free high-speed WiFi throughout your stay. VIP Access 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Room service - Pool - 24/7 front desk £386 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 11 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=28471&PinnedHotelID=28471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/22342299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/1e301534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/1e301534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 646 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/c60e0f26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 377 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![Junior Suite Executive | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/6b3286c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite Executive ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Backyard view Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/97f5c12a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Backyard view Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28471/cbee57fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden Floor Double Room 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLugano-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Villa-Castagnola.h28471.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLugano-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Villa-Castagnola.h28471.Hotel-Information) ## 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%7C46.00649%2C8.96999&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3Tnggd38V-xJtx8MHIUXp6WaaWw=) Viale Castagnola 31, Lugano, TI, 6906 #### What's nearby - Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Parco Ciani - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Palazzo dei Congressi - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Lake Lugano - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Melide Station - 9 min drive - Lugano Funicular Station - 11 min drive - Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Fermata - ‬12 min walk - ‪Pane & Zucchero - ‬6 min walk - ‪Antica Osteria del Porto - ‬14 min walk - ‪Lugano Marittima - ‬15 min walk - ‪Ristorante della Posta - ‬10 min walk ## About this property ### Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Luxury boutique hotel near Palazzo dei Congressi Located close to Parco Ciani and Lake Lugano, Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. Indulge in a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure and a body scrub at Clarins Wellness Corner, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Mediterranean cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a garden. You'll also find perks such as: - An indoor pool, along with sunloungers - Limo/town car service, an outdoor tennis court and valet parking (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge) and meeting rooms - Beach towels, a lift and a porter/bellboy - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition Room features All 74 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Extra amenities include: - Children's slippers, childcare services and free infant beds - Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets - Bidets, children's dressing gowns and free toiletries - 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players - Decks/patios, electric kettles and heating ### Awards and affiliations The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. ## Similar properties ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24100/24059/4a350bf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Splendide Royal Loreto - Pool - Spa - Free airport shuttle - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 443 reviews £349 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=24059&PinnedHotelID=24059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/47200/47139/5c9de641.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Principe Leopoldo Loreto - 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Electric car charging station on site - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Limo/town car service - Secured, uncovered parking on site (CHF 20 per day) - Secured, covered valet parking on site (CHF 30 per day) - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM - 3 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - La Rucola - Le Relais - Ristorante Arté al Lago ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Gym - Indoor pool - Library - Outdoor tennis court - Sauna - Shopping - Steam room ### Family friendly - DVD player - In-room babysitting - In-room cot - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - 4,865 square feet of conference space - Computer station - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On a lake - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 2 treatment rooms - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room - Turkish bath ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 5 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1880 - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Free cot - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Children's robes - Children's slippers - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels - DVD player - Pay films ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Late-night room service - Minibar ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Heating - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120 per night. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age. - Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Uncovered self-parking fee: CHF 20 per day (in/out privileges) - Valet parking fee: CHF 30 per day - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and TWINT This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Long-term renters welcome Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 September to 31 May Parking height restrictions apply Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision ### National rating This hotel is rated 5 stars. ### Property is also known as Grand Hotel Castagnola Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola au Lac Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola au Lac Lugano Grand Villa Castagnola au Lac Grand Villa Castagnola au Lac Lugano Villa au Lac Villa Castagnola Villa Castagnola au Lac Villa Castagnola Hotel Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Lugano Grand Villa Castagnola Lugano Grand Villa Castagnola Grand Hotel Lugano Grand Villa Castagnola Lugano Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Hotel Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Lugano Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Hotel Lugano ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola? > As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola on 3 Nov 2025 start from £386.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lugano-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Villa-Castagnola.h28471.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola? > Self-parking is available for CHF 20 per day. Valet parking is available for CHF 30 per day. Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola? > Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola located? > Located in Cassarate, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Parco Ciani, Palazzo dei Congressi and Lake Lugano. LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Monte San Salvatore are also within 6 mi (10 km). Lugano Funicular Station is 28 minutes by foot and Lugano Station is 27 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 305 8 - Good 61 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luc 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All around a great experience! Service was excellent and location very convenient. ##### Luc Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephen 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a gorgeous property! Received an upgrade to a corner suite which was not only large but had spectacular lake views. Felt like royalty. Dined at Le Relais where both the food and service were excellent. The hotel is adjacent to a funicular and an easy walk to town. The staff are wonderful. A truly fantastic stay. Highly recommended! ##### stephen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fabulous place to stay! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a beautiful property filled with antiques and artwork. The staff was helpful and friendly. The grounds are magnificent and the spa is luxurious. The food and drinks were delicious. We even got an upgrade to a fancy suite! Why, I don't know. The place to stay in Lugano. ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Really enjoyable stay, one night easily became two and would certainly return for further visits. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tuluh 24 May 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel and very courteous and friendly staff ##### tuluh Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Elegant and old school classy but at the same time relaxed and friendly. Stunning garden and great facilities. Very good breakfast nice eating areas both indoor and outdoor. ##### Monica Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities World class service… from the moment, I walked on the property to the moment I left. I felt well cared for. ##### Christopher Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property with the most amazing service! Gorgeous, classic, 10/10! ##### Julia Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort we had a wonderful stay here. The location is perfect, and we had a wonderful room with the most incredible view, no complaints at all. My only complaint was the food at the breakfast buffet, it was really nothing special, locked, originality, and somewhere homemade options. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A210C73F263E3B98B189577847D75A7CCFFF81C11743868914335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dr.Maria 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness View was great besides everything 🙏💚💫✨ ##### Dr.Maria Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vivian 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Undoubtably the best hotel I have ever stayed at. So beautiful, the staff were amazing so kind and helpful. It was my birthday and they sent chocolates to my room and gifted our group free cocktails before dinner. I was very touched. Would Highly recommend a visit there if staying in Lugano. ##### Vivian Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hansjürg 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel with a great Spa. Has its own Lido and for little Children you can also go to the public Lido which was great. ##### Hansjürg Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni 20 May 2024 Liked: Amenities Friendly and professional staff and an easy check-in. ##### Toni Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice location ##### Diana Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this property! ##### Toni Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ann marie 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was perfect place to explore both Monte Bre and Lugano city center ##### ann marie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### fred 1 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Luxury, calmness, friendliness, good food ##### fred Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olga 28 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect hotel in Lugano Excellent hotel, old classic style, very comfortable and spacious room, good quality beds and beddings. We stayed in the double room with balcony, room looks like a junior suite, had 2 bathrooms. Hotel has a wonderful garden, perfect location , on the lake and not very far from center. ##### Olga Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mansour 3 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A luxury resort in a super beautiful lugano ##### mansour Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Horia 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities All perfect for a Swiss hotel ##### Horia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Athar 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities More breakfast options ##### Athar Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorraine 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Such a pleasant and lovely experience. Certainly the staff was our greatest reason for the smiles and the memories ##### Lorraine Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gianni 25 Sept 2024 #### Lovely experience Wonderful old style hotel in a good location and with impeccable service. Great breakfast and lunch restaurant and a lovely bar. Very specious and comfortable room with lake and garden views. I would strongly recommend it. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5BAD80D7A9E8EFEA5710F20349C75CBA9521D7D01727282692646.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3194D3D28E6AFCC978BF8C9B5F3C2E8F4C417CFD1727282694044.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A658464959662BC6A85DD0A43EBAEE07C68E6CB31727282691203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gianni Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen 8 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities An absolutely beautiful hotel with an amazing view. 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