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Cheap hotels in Lugano

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Most booked cheap hotels in Lugano and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,373 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,147 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,094 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,162 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,512 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,893 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,956 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lugano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,594 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Lugano and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,956 reviews

The Hotel Acquarello is located in the Old Town of Lugano, right at the lower terminus of the funicular connecting the centre to the main railway station.

Hotel Walter Au Lac

Lugano
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,893 reviews

Situated on the lake promenade near the traffic-free centre of Lugano, Hotel Walter Au Lac offers you rooms with superb lake views. WiFi is free of charge. All air-conditioned rooms are renovated.

From US$291.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews

Set within the centre of Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi is only 150 metres away from the shores of Lake Lugano. Free Wi-Fi is available.

From US$219.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,512 reviews

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano - contactless check-in is located in Lugano, 400 metres from Exhibition Center Lugano, 1.2 km from Lugano Station, as well as 8.2 km from Swiss Miniatur.

From US$187.32 per night

Hotel City Lugano

Lugano
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 700 reviews

Located 800 metres from the Lugano Exhibition Centre and 1 km from the lake, Hotel City Lugano is a modern, non-smoking building with stylish and air-conditioned rooms.

From US$293.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,162 reviews

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.

From US$514.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,594 reviews

Hotel Admiral Lugano is located in the Paradiso neighbourhood, within walking distance from the shores of Lake Lugano and the San Salvatore funicular station.

From US$302.32 per night

Residenza Du Lac

Paradiso
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Boasting mountain views, Residenza Du Lac offers accommodation with a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace, around 2.8 km from Lugano Station.

From US$525.21 per night

Stay connected in Lugano and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

TALEDA Apartments - Modern Apartments & Self Checkin in the Old Town offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Lugano, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a...

From US$167.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews

Set in the centre of Lugano, 1.3 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 600 metres from Lugano Station, San Carlo Luxury Apartments offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

From US$245.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,147 reviews

The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 200 metres from the Lugano train station.

From US$156.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Offering garden views, Imperial of Lugano 4 with a lake view behind the station and 10 min from the lake is an accommodation set in Lugano, 2.8 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 8.4 km from Swiss...

From US$454.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Offering garden views, Imperial of Lugano 2 with a lake view and garden behind the station and 10 min from the lake of Lugano is an accommodation situated in Lugano, 1.8 km from Exhibition Center...

From US$379.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews

Situated in the centre of Lugano, 1.4 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, San Carlo Suite features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$258.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Gotthard House, a property with a garden, is situated in Lugano, 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 8 km from Swiss Miniatur, as well as 19 km from Mendrisio Station.

From US$222.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews

Offering a terrace and lake view, Live Lugano - Via Massagno is situated in Lugano, 700 metres from Lugano Station and 1.9 km from Exhibition Center Lugano.

From US$258.95 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Lugano and nearby

Cube 1B Flat

Lugano
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Cube 1B Flat provides accommodation with a balcony, around less than 1 km from Lugano Station. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$159.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Located in Lugano and only 1.1 km from Lugano Station, Duplex in casa rurale con cortile privato provides accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$194.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Live Lugano - Via Madonetta, a property with a terrace, is set in Lugano, 1.1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 1.5 km from Lugano Station, as well as 9 km from Swiss Miniatur.

From US$270.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Situated in Lugano in the Canton of Ticino region, with Exhibition Center Lugano and Lugano Station nearby, Golden Suite - Stylish and with FREE Parking!

From US$148 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, New & Modern Apartment with Beautiful Lake View! is located in Lugano, 300 metres from Exhibition Center Lugano and 1.7 km from Lugano Station.

From US$178.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

Set within 1.6 km of Lugano Station and 2.7 km of Exhibition Center Lugano, Live Lugano - Via A Riva offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Lugano.

From US$247.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Monolocale con terrazzo vista lago Via Cassarinetta 7 by LR is located in Lugano.

From US$179.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Set in Lugano, 2.3 km from Lugano Station, Casa Santa Birgitta offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$231.69 per night

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Lugano

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Avg. price/night: US$156.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,147 reviews
+ Cheap price (for the Swiss standards) + Nice helpful staff + Good location, closed to the train station, and beautiful garden. + Free swimming pool
Guest review by
Fernando
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Great location with all the amenities you need for a family. It has a washing machine and dryer which makes a longer stay easy. The apartment was very clean, with two rooms and bathrooms which is ideal for a family. It is also in the heart of Lugano, only a street back from the lake.
Guest review by
Christian
Family with young children
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