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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
3.5 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Lovely old world feel with sitting rooms and china/silver at breakfast. Large pool. Great location! Staff extremely helpful and fabulous breakfast. Room updated well. Ours had a room with a view of the lake."
United States
Anita Colleen
The price is £185
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Exterior

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
3.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (756 reviews)
"Excellent air conditioning and views of the lake were amazing! Central location. Would stay again for the price and location!"
Canada
Isabel
The price is £215
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Walter au Lac
Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel San Carlo

Hotel San Carlo
2.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Central location, great staff."
Canada
Urban
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Hotel San Carlo
Junior Suite, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac

Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
4.0 star property
Loreto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (423 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, exceptional staff , very convenient location, delicious dinner, I’ll stay here again"
United States
Julie
The price is £277
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac
Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Hotel Splendide Royal

Hotel Splendide Royal
5.0 star property
Loreto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (502 reviews)
"Amazing stay, great facility and location"
United States
tamer
The price is £411
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hotel Splendide Royal
Front of property

San Carlo Suite

San Carlo Suite
4.0 star property
Lugano City-Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (141 reviews)
"Excellent stay! "
United States
Kevin
The price is £195
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
San Carlo Suite
Sun deck

Hotel Stella D'Italia

Hotel Stella D'Italia
3.0 star property
Valsolda
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"Super cute place"
United States
TARYA
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Stella D'Italia
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola

Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
5.0 star property
Cassarate
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (404 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with top notch staff. Nightly piano player was really nice."
United States
thomas
The price is £532
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Hotel Lido Seegarten

Hotel Lido Seegarten
4.0 star property
Cassarate
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (519 reviews)
"We loved our stay! We will be back! "
United States
Michael
The price is £285
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Lido Seegarten
Front of property

Villa Principe Leopoldo

Villa Principe Leopoldo
5.0 star property
Loreto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (364 reviews)
"Wonderful breakfast in a breathtaking setting."
Canada
Judy
The price is £464
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Villa Principe Leopoldo
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Top Lugano Hotel Reviews

Hotel Delfino

Hotel Delfino

10/10 Excellent
"We had a nice quiet little room with a balcony and very efficient air conditioning. Overall we found the hotel well located and comfortable so would recommend."
sara 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hotel Delfino

Frequently asked questions

How much do lakeside hotels in Lugano cost?
Lakeside hotels in Lugano range between £124 and £532 per night. This means you can enjoy a break by the water at a price that's easy on your wallet. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What are the best lakeside hotels in Lugano?
Pick from multiple lakeside hotels in Lugano with a total average guest review rating of 9.0. Kurhaus Cademario Hotel & Spa is perfect if you're ready for a holiday near water. This popular 4-star property comes with a garden and a sauna. Continental Parkhotel is another sought-after option near a lake. It has a 3-star rating and amenities such as a lake view and a garden.
How many lakeside hotels are there in Lugano?
Lugano has 22 lakeside hotels to select from. If relaxing by the water is your idea of holiday bliss, book your stay with Expedia today.
What are the best cheap hotels near lakes in Lugano?
Spend your holiday by the water and save a boatload at Hotel San Carlo. Amenities here include WiFi and self check-in services. Another getaway that'll make your hip pocket happy is Lugano Lago 0 Ground Floor. As well as a pretty lake setting, it features a garden and a lake view. Lakeside hotels in Lugano start at only £124 per night. Visiting free attractions in Lugano will stretch your travel budget even further. Parco Ciani and San Lorenzo Cathedral are tourist favourites. With the money you save, explore some more! This price was available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Are there any family-friendly lakeside hotels in Lugano?
Many visitors needing a family-friendly lakeside hotel in Lugano pick Suitenhotel Parco Paradiso. With a 4-star rating and amenities such as a sauna and housekeeping services, you're sure to feel at home here. Tresa Bay Hotel is a 3-star stay that's also close to a lake. A sauna and a nearby beach help make it an ideal base for your Lugano trip. Lugano boasts plenty of family-friendly attractions to explore that'll entertain the kids. Parco Ciani and San Lorenzo Cathedral offer fun for everyone.
Are there any 5-star lakeside hotels in Lugano?
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola will fit your needs perfectly. Amenities at this 5-star lakeside escape, around 1 mi from the centre of Lugano, include a sauna and a tennis court. The View Lugano is another 5-star hotel near the water. Located 1 mi from the downtown area, limousine services and a sauna are among the amenities here.
Why book your lakeside hotel in Lugano with Expedia?
Expedia can help you find the ideal lakeside hotel whatever your plans and budget. Save cash and go for a 3-star stay near the water, or splurge on a luxury hotel where charming lake vistas are on the other side of your door. Use our handy search filters to find a property in Lugano that suits you best.
How can I find cheap lakeside hotels in Lugano?
Holiday near the water without the large price tag with Expedia. To find cheap lakeside hotels in Lugano, use our filter tool to choose your budget and hotel star rating. Hoping to stay in a particular area? Our handy "neighbourhood" filter will search for properties in your desired location.
What is there to do in Lugano near my lakeside hotel?
Whatever you're interested in, Lugano has loads of things to keep you entertained. San Lorenzo Cathedral, Museum of Modern Art and Art Museum Lugano are on many visitors' schedules. Don't forget to check out Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection, Gabriele and Anna Braglia Foundation and Cantonal Art Museum either. With Expedia's Lugano hotel deals, you'll be able to see even more fabulous attractions like these with the cash you save.

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