A coastal village with terracotta-roofed buildings, a boat docked on the water, and a mountain in the background.

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Our top choices for Lugano hostels

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1. Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Hotel & Hostel Montarina
2.0 star property
Besso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (254 reviews)
"Clean room with great quality, and most importantly comfortable."
United Kingdom
Adelina
$110 nightly
The price is $114
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel & Hostel Montarina
Balcony

2. Lake Como Hostel

Lake Como Hostel
Menaggio
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (112 reviews)
"Excellent location and views of the lake"
Australia
Delnawaz
$97 nightly
The price is $107
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Como Hostel
Exterior

3. Youth Hostel Locarno

Youth Hostel Locarno
2.0 star property
Locarno
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"Ein gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis, ruhige Lage, Autobahnnähe..."
Germany
Sinisa
$118 nightly
The price is $130
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Youth Hostel Locarno
View from property

4. SANTANGELA Hostel & Rooms

SANTANGELA Hostel & Rooms
Menaggio
6.6 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"We stayed in a quadruple room with private bathroom - decent price for lake Como. The location of the hostel is a bit far from the centre and up a hill."
Canada
Morgane
$59 nightly
The price is $72
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
SANTANGELA Hostel & Rooms
Exterior

5. Ostello Bello Lake Como

Ostello Bello Lake Como
Como
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"I stayed in one of the five-bed women-only rooms, and am very happy to report that the room was extremely quiet; no noise from the bar or from anywhere else intruded, and I got a very restful night's sleep."
United States
Loretta
$171 nightly
The price is $193
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Ostello Bello Lake Como
Basic Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Ostello Casa Rossa

Ostello Casa Rossa
Laveno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Super friendly and family oriented atmosphere"
Germany
Ravshanjon
$74 nightly
The price is $84
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ostello Casa Rossa
View from room

7. Lake Como Beach Hostel

Lake Como Beach Hostel
Domaso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (66 reviews)
"The place is clean people are friendly and is a good location love it "
United States
Valentina
$78 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Como Beach Hostel
1 bedroom, bed sheets

8. Casa Pasquee 8 Apartment in central area

Casa Pasquee 8 Apartment in central area
Vergiate
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment and very helpful host! We had a short stay before flying home, and we enjoyed our short stay! Very clean and well stocked accommodations. Thank you for your kind help. Cathy"
United States
Cathy F.
$122 nightly
The price is $138
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Pasquee 8 Apartment in central area
Dining

9. Pace e Relax Baita Alexandra Camere con Vista Lago Immerso nel Verde

Pace e Relax Baita Alexandra Camere con Vista Lago Immerso nel Verde
Brunate
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1 review)
"This place has the most incredible views. Everyone is so friendly and it was like going home each day. The only reason i didnt give top stars was the sleeping arrangement. We booked for 5 people and got 4 beds. Luckily our son was able to sleep with us in the big bed. "
United Kingdom
Louise
$372 nightly
The price is $379
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Pace e Relax Baita Alexandra Camere con Vista Lago Immerso nel Verde
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Lugano Hotel Reviews

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was a very good and the room was charming. The bed was comfortable and everything was clean. We did find the shower ackward to stand in, because the tub narrowed. The staff was friendly and helpful."
Luanna 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Walter au Lac

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Lugano Hostels information

Number of reviews
686
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$72
Highest Price
$379

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Lugano?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Lugano?
Need some guidance on where to stay in Lugano? This hostel is popular: Hotel & Hostel Montarina - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Lugano Funicular Station and Lugano Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lugano?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Lugano is 61 inches.
What is there to see and do in Lugano?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy some places near Lugano. Get out into nature with places like Parco Ciani, MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland, and Lake Lugano. Cultural attractions include Cantonal Art Museum, Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection, and Art Museum Lugano. Visit landmarks like Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Villa Ciani.
What's the best way to get to and around Lugano while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Lugano in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Lugano (LUG-Agno), located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which is 28.4 mi (45.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Head to Lugano Funicular Station for metro transit. Train stations including Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) and Lugano Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.

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