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About the Hotel

Piazza Cioccaro 9, Lugano, Switzerland, 6900

Rooms & Amenities

The Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offers 59 guestrooms with air conditioning, refrigerators, and complimentary bottled water. Some rooms feature a balcony, a flat-screen TV, and an espresso machine. A large room option includes 2 single beds, 1 double sofa bed, and a fully equipped kitchen. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. The hotel provides high-speed Wi-Fi for CHF 2.00 per day.

Dining Options

Café Milano Bar & Restaurant serves light lunches and snacks. A complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM. The restaurant is open to both guests and visitors.

Leisure & Recreation

Guests can use the fitness center, sauna, and shared lounge. The hotel is near hiking and biking trails. Golf courses are also accessible nearby. A fireplace in the lobby adds a cozy touch.

Location & Transport

The hotel is in Lugano's old town, steps from the lake, Congress Centrum, and Casino of Lugano. The funicular to the main railway station stops right outside. FoxTown Factory Stores are a short drive away. Public parking costs CHF 45 per day.

Services & Features

Multilingual staff assist with luggage storage and laundry. The hotel has a conference room and offers keyless entry. Ironing facilities and heating are available in all rooms. Extra beds and baby cots are not provided.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Comfort Single Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Economy Single Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Lugano400 m

Airports

Agno (LUG) 5.8 km

Train

Lugano Station200 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

CHF 45 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Car park
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room
Solarium
Sauna

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Piazza Cioccaro 9, Lugano, Switzerland, 6900

Map view

Piazza Cioccaro 9, Lugano, Switzerland, 6900

City landmarks

Park

Parco Ciani

1.3 km

Casino

Casino Lugano

960 m

Museum

Museum of natural history

1.3 km

Church

Santa Maria degli Angioli church

960 m

Church

Cathedral of Saint Lawrence

960 m

Parking area

LAC

960 m

Museum

Museo d'arte della Svizzera italiana

610 m

Square

Piazza della Riforma

960 m

Church

Chiesa di San Nicolao della Flue

680 m

Lake

Lake Lugano

2.6 km

Park

Parco Civico

1.5 km

Landmark

Fondazione Gabriele e Anna Braglia

1.0 km

Church

Chiesa Santa Maria di Loreto

670 m

Landmark

Gotthard Bank

600 m

Museum

Museo in Erba

660 m

Landmark

Gipsoteca Gianluigi Giudici

670 m

Landmark

Monte San Salvatore

3.1 km

Nearby

Church

Chiesa di Sant'Antonio abate

160 m

Church

Chiesa di San Carlo Borromeo

200 m

riva Giocondo Albertolli 1

William Tell Statue

350 m

salita dei Frati 4

Convento della Santissima Trinita dei Cappuccini

420 m

Gallery

Little Nemo Art Gallery

20 m

Via Pietro Peri

Chiesa di Santa Maria Immacolata

180 m

Harbour

Lugano

150 m

Church

Chiesa di San Rocco

340 m

Park

Panorama sulla Citta dal Parco Tassino

960 m

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FlyTicino

200 m

Via Borghetto 6

Bistumsarchiv

130 m

Night club

Choco - Late Club

140 m

Gallery

Five Gallery

220 m

Restaurants

Ristorante Manora

200 m

piazza Alighieri Dante 2

Pasta e Pesto

110 m

Via Cattedrale 16

Pan & Salam

10 m

piazza Cioccaro 11

Sapori Bio

190 m

salita M. e A. Chiattone 18

La Fredda Tentazione

270 m

via Pietro Peri 2

Coop City

720 m

via Nassa 22

Burger King

500 m

Piazza Riforma

Cele Burger

500 m

via Canova 9

Natural Food

480 m

via al Forte 2

McDonald's

670 m

Riva Albertolli 1

Migros

560 m

via Pretorio 15

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

48%

enjoyed their stay & would return

convenient location

delicious dining

noisy due to lift

overpriced compared to others

5.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.7

Service

7.0

Dining

8.0

3/5 based on 356 reviews

#35 of 44 hotels in Lugano based on Tripadvisor

Alfred

United States, March 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was quite mixed. While the location was amazing and the rooms were generally comfy, the noise from the lift and rail was a significant issue for me. The service was friendly overall, but there were a few inconsistencies, especially during check-in. The dining experience was standard, with some delicious offerings but also some delays in service. The hotel offers some great facilities, but the room took a long time to cool down properly, affecting my overall comfort.

Rooms

5.0

The room was affected by the noise of the lift and rail, making it difficult to get proper rest. It also took quite a while to cool down, which was frustrating.

Service

7.0

The service was generally friendly, and the staff provided helpful recommendations. However, there were some issues with consistency, especially during check-in.

Location

8.0

The hotel is centrally located in the heart of Lugano, making it convenient for exploring the city. However, the noise from the funicular frequencies was a downside.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a bit slow at times, but the food was delicious overall. Options like fresh orange juice and homemade pizza were appreciated.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers good facilities like a laundrette and vending machines, but the noise issue in the room impacted my overall experience.

United States, December 2023

8.0/10

I found the hotel to be conveniently located right above the funicular with easy access to both downtown and the train station. The rooms were comfortable, but it seemed I had only booked for one guest and had to pay extra for the second person. The service was correct and friendly, but not the most welcoming. The location was perfect for tourism, being very central and easily accessible. The dining experience was a great way to start the day with a variety of options, and ending with a relaxing glass of wine in the lounge. Overall, my stay was pleasant with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and located over-and-near the funicular with good daylight and views from the 4th floor or higher.

Service

7.0

The service, overall, was nice, except for a minor issue when we first arrived. The staff were super friendly during our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was the best part of my stay, being very central and easily accessible to attractions and the train station.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, providing a variety of options for breakfast and a great way to start the day.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered nice facilities to enhance my stay.

Clarence

United States, July 2023

8.2/10

I found the hotel to be quite comfortable and family-friendly, but it was a bit overpriced compared to other options. The central location was fantastic, although it could get noisy due to the nearby lift. The dining experience was delightful, despite the limited variety. Overall, a decent choice for a stay in Lugano.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and could accommodate three adults and two kids comfortably. For a better view and natural light, I'd recommend a room on the 4th floor or higher.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and helpful, except for an encounter with one lady during check-in. The availability of a laundry service was a convenient perk.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, right in the heart of Lugano's historical city center with easy access to the train station, bus station, shops, bars, restaurants, and Lake Lugano.

Dining

9.0

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and variety of the food served. Starting the day with a great breakfast and ending it with a glass of wine in the lounge was a highlight.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering a pleasant atmosphere for guests to enjoy.

convenient location

noisy due to lift