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A modern indoor dining area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and potted plants.
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a dock with boats.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a chandelier, a television, and a shoe display.
Lobby lounge

1. Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
Lugano City-Centre
United States
Brian
$192 nightly
$209 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel
A waterfront hotel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a dock with boats.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a waterfront with buildings and a mountain in the background.
A room with a large window, two tables with potted plants, and a mural on the wall.
A waterfront hotel with a large boat docked in the foreground, surrounded by a marina with several smaller boats.

2. Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac
Lugano City-Centre
United States
Natalie
$274 nightly
$295 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Walter au Lac
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a stone building.
A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.
An outdoor dining area with tables covered in red tablecloths, surrounded by chairs, and large windows offering views of greenery.
A large building with a swimming pool and sun loungers, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

3. Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel
Lugano City-Centre
Canada
Feven
$218 nightly
$226 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Continental Parkhotel
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A hotel corridor with a checkered carpet, red chairs, and a table with a tablecloth.
Pool
A hotel facade with a prominent entrance, multiple flags, and a classic architectural style.

4. Hotel De La Paix

Hotel De La Paix
Loreto
Canada
Alexa
$188 nightly
$206 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel De La Paix
A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a lake.
A modern interior with a wine rack, a dining area with chairs, and a large window.
A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a marble wall.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, a wine rack with bottles, and a view through the window.

5. Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano
Lugano City-Centre
United States
Ladan
$184 nightly
$202 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Federale Lugano
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and a mountainous backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A corner room with a large window offering a view of buildings, mountains, and a lake.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and mountains.

6. Hotel Delfino

Hotel Delfino
Loreto
United States
Norma
$170 nightly
$187 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Delfino
A bedroom with a bed, a white wardrobe, a balcony with a view of buildings and greenery, and a white lamp.
A buffet setup with various food items and drink dispensers.
A mountain with snow-capped peaks in the background, a house with a tiled roof, and red flowers in the foreground.
A living room with a brown sofa, a blue sofa, a coffee table, and wicker lamps. There is a window with a view of greenery and a plant on a shelf.

7. Villa San Fedele

Villa San Fedele
Centro Valle Intelvi
United States
Kenia
$72 nightly
$80 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Villa San Fedele
A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain, dense urban area, and a large body of water.
A multi-story building with balconies and windows.
A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the distance.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

8. Hotel Besso

Hotel Besso
Besso
United Kingdom
James
$133 nightly
$149 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Besso
A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, including a glass display case with pastries, bowls of fruits, and a coffee station.
A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, and a wooden shelving unit with various decorative items.
A modern interior with a large flat-screen TV, built-in shelves with decorative items, a black refrigerator, and a small table with a vase.
A hotel reception area with a TV displaying a scenic landscape, a desk with a laptop, and a check-in kiosk.

9. ibis Lugano Paradiso

ibis Lugano Paradiso
Paradiso
United States
Marissa
$139 nightly
$154 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Lugano Paradiso
A hotel with a circular brick building, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained garden with red and white flowering plants.
A garden with a large flowering tree, a palm tree, and red foliage.
A bakery display case with various baked goods and packaged items.
A table with a bottle of Vechchio Amaro del Capo, two glasses of dark liquid, a lemon slice, and a plate of fries.

10. Il Canneto

Il Canneto
Porto Ceresio
Italy
petrit
$77 nightly
$87 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Il Canneto
A waterfront deck with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a calm lake and mountains.
A dining area with tables, benches, and a buffet with fruits and cereals.
A traditional living room with a large ornate mirror, patterned sofas, and a red carpet.
A traditional room with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and classic furniture.

11. Hotel Stella D'Italia

Hotel Stella D'Italia
Valsolda
United Kingdom
Paul
Hotel Stella D'Italia
An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer and a bottle of champagne, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a mountain through the window.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by mountains and a body of water.
A breakfast buffet with various food items, glassware, and decorative plants.

12. Hotel Campione

Hotel Campione
Bissone
United States
Reda
$147 nightly
$163 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Campione
A multi-story building with a brown facade, labeled "VISION APARTMENTS."
A modern interior with seating areas, a large wall mural, and a patterned floor.
A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a small desk area.
A compact kitchenette with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a small sink.

13. VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Lugano City-Centre
United Kingdom
Mike
$123 nightly
$133 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, including a large bowl of sliced meats, a fruit bowl, and a selection of cheeses and breads.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a window, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A garden patio with a central umbrella, wooden seating, and lush greenery.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

14. B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano
Besso
United States
B
$202 nightly
$209 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano
A hotel room with a bed, a view of a mountain, and a balcony with chairs.
A narrow stone staircase leading to a building with a tiled roof and a stone wall.
A restaurant named Locanda Castagnola with outdoor seating and a signboard indicating it's open.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of mountains.

15. Hotel Locanda Castagnola

Hotel Locanda Castagnola
Lugano
United States
Mark
$150 nightly
$166 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Locanda Castagnola
A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A swimming pool with a statue, chairs, and a tower in the background.
A grand piano in a room with a fireplace, a woman standing next to it, and a man seated at the piano.
A white BMW parked in front of a hotel with a sign reading "HOTEL INTERNATIONAL."

16. International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
Lugano City-Centre
Australia
Wayne
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a mountainous lake with a town in the background.
A building with ornate architectural details, including decorative balconies and intricate moldings.
A reception desk with a sign, a clock, and a vase of flowers.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a view of mountains through a window.

17. Hotel Victoria au Lac

Hotel Victoria au Lac
Paradiso
Canada
PAIGE
$108 nightly
$122 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Victoria au Lac
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Reception
Room
Restaurant

18. HOTEL ATLANTICO self check-in

HOTEL ATLANTICO self check-in
Cassarate
United States
Linda
$170 nightly
$187 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
HOTEL ATLANTICO self check-in
A balcony with a view of a lake, mountains, and a cityscape.
An aerial view of a modern building with a unique roof design, surrounded by greenery and a curved road.
An aerial view of a pool area with multiple hexagonal umbrellas and lounge chairs arranged on a grassy lawn.
A landscaped garden with pathways, trees, and a distant view of a town and mountains.

19. Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant

Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant
Paradiso
United Kingdom
Denys
$182 nightly
$200 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Bigatt Hotel & Restaurant
A restaurant with tables and chairs facing a lake, large windows, and a view of a forested hill.
An indoor swimming pool with clear views of a lake through large windows.
A waterfront hotel with balconies, a cafe, and a mountain backdrop.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of a lake and forest, and hanging pendant lights.

20. Tresa Bay Hotel

Tresa Bay Hotel
Tresa
United Kingdom
David E
$203 nightly
$221 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Tresa Bay Hotel
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Total with taxes and fees
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Take the funicular up Monte San Salvatore for panoramic views of the lake and surrounding Alps. Explore the elegant lakefront promenade where you can rent boats or visit the cultural center housed in Villa Ciani.

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A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by mountains and lush greenery.

Top Lugano Hotel Reviews

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and the location was absolutely stunning!! The breakfast was also amazing!!"
Natalie 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Walter au Lac
Continental Parkhotel

Continental Parkhotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, great staff, great hotel! No complaints, we had a wonderful stay with a beautiful view :)"
Feven 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Continental Parkhotel

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Lugano

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Lugano, Canton of Ticino are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Lugano, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Lugano for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Lugano near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Lugano 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Lugano?
Travelers looking for an affordable and comfortable Lugano stay often choose Walter au Lac. This 3-star hotel, around 0.1 mi southwest of the center, offers a nearby boardwalk and a rooftop terrace. Need another suggestion? Situated 0.2 mi west of downtown and including a sauna and front desk services, Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel is also a favorite among guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Lugano?
The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Lugano will be the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more pocket-friendly and include the services and conveniences you need to ensure your comfort, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can count on a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket furnishings, deluxe bathroom products and perks like on-site spas.

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