Must-see hotels in Lugano

  • Guesthouse Castagnola

    Lugano

    Kristina and Maurizio bend over backwards at their B&B, lodged in a beautifully restored 16th-century town house. Exposed stone, natural fabrics and…

  • The View

    Lugano

    If you're going to blow the budget, do it in boutique style at this new five-star design hotel in Lugano-Paradiso. The lake views from its 18 suites are…

  • Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel & Spa

    Lugano

    This red-tiled residence set in sculptured gardens was built in 1926 for Prince Leopold von Hohenzollern, of the exiled German royal family. It oozes a…

  • Hotel Gabbani

    Lugano

    Run by the respected local Gabbani food family and within sight of their signature delicatessen, this enticing place has slickly styled rooms with pops of…

  • Hotel & Hostel Montarina

    Lugano

    Occupying a pastel-pink villa dating from 1860, this hotel-hostel duo extends a heartfelt welcome. Mosaic floors, high ceilings and wrought-iron…

  • Locanda del Giglio

    Lugano

    A lovely place to stay the night is the Locanda del Giglio in Roveredo, 8km north of Lugano. Backing onto forest, this eco-focused, solar-powered lodge…

  • Hotel International au Lac

    Lugano

    Rooms are comfortable, with some antique furniture, at this lakefront pick. From the balconies of the front rooms you look straight out over Lago di…

  • SYHA Hostel

    Lugano

    Housed in the Villa Savosa, this hostel has bright well-kept dorms, a barbecue area, a swimming pool and lush gardens. Sadly, the indifferent staff let…