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Hotel Locanda Castagnola

Lugano · Switzerland

1 Contrada Vecchio MunicipioView location

9.2/10Excellent45 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.2/109.2
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Hotel Locanda Castagnola

With a stay at Hotel Locanda Castagnola in Lugano, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station. This hotel is 21 mi (33. 8 km) from Villa del Balbianello and 20. 6 mi (33.

1 km) from Villa Erba. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and bicycle tour information. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and lockers.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. At Hotel Locanda Castagnola, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Satellite programming and smart speakers are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

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Bathrooms have hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request.

When you stay at Hotel Locanda Castagnola in Lugano, you'll be in the historical district, just a 4-minute walk from Lake Lugano and 11 minutes by foot from Path of Olives.

This hotel is 21 mi (33.8 km) from Villa del Balbianello and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station. Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions.

Satellite programming and smart speakers are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and lockers. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Childcare

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
    • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
    • Mobile payment options include: TWINT
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 15 for adults and CHF 15 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: CHF 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
    • Extended parking fee: CHF 10 per night
    • Pet fee: CHF 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 20.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Russian

    Portuguese

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Lake Lugano 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Path of Olives 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Lugano Exhibition Centre 1.7 km / 1 mi
Parco Ciani 2 km / 1.3 mi
Villa Ciani 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Palazzo dei Congressi 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Museo delle Dogane Svizzere 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Casino Lugano 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
University of Lugano 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Piazza della Riforma 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Via Gottardo 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Via Nassa 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
San Lorenzo Cathedral 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angioli 2.9 km / 1.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 14
  • hotel
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Wi-fi
  • Bicycle storage
  • Newspapers
  • Breakfast
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDBL.SU-WV

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.SU-WV

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  • SINGLE COMFORTSINGLE • COMFORTSGL.OM

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    SINGLE COMFORT

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    COMFORT

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    Room code: SGL.OM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE LAKE VIEWDBL.DX-LK

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    DOUBLE DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE LAKE VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-LK

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  • Double or Twin COMFORTDouble or Twin • COMFORTDBT.OM

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    Double or Twin COMFORT

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    COMFORT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.OM

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    Hotel Locanda Castagnola

    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.KG

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  • STUDIO COMFORTSTUDIO • COMFORTSTU.OM

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    Hotel Locanda Castagnola

    STUDIO COMFORT

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    COMFORT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.OM

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Hotel Locanda Castagnola

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Locanda Castagnola

9.2
Excellent
45 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
20 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2026
Jose
Beautiful city and great location. Nice quaint hotel. Able to use city buses to downtown area. Finding parking could be an issue depending on the time of day.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Marcel
Very nice hotel on the Castagnola side of Lugano. The hotel is in a nice location with easy access to the trails heading to Gandria as well as central Lugano vis the #2 bus. The hotel provides a free bus pass. The hotel is well kept and a good value. The staff was very friendly and the on-site restaurant is a nice option for an appertivo or an informal dinner. Access to Mount Bre funicular and restaurants is easy via bus or on foot. Lugano is a wonderful city and this hotel is a nice base in which to visit.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2026
Cynthia
Beautiful view of the lake. Very convenient location.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Michelle
The staff was wonderful. Carolina, the evening manager, was very kind, knowledgeable and helpful to us! The brkfast buffet was excellent, as were the gals managing it. The dinner menu/ food was also excellent. The room was nice wth a view of the lake. Good location down the street from busstop. Quiet area away from the bustle of Lugano Ctr. Would recommend!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Mark
Excellent value, spacious room in a beautiful location with very friendly staff.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Heather
We arrived later in the evening than expected and the staff was very welcoming. The breakfast was wonderful, staff held our luggage while we explored the city. My husband’s birthday was the morning we checked out and they surprised him during breakfast with a croissant and a candle. It made a special start to the day.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
Alessandro
Clean, cozy, well maintained
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2026
John
Lovely clean rooms, really helpful staff and a great location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2025
John
Place was amazing. Staff were helpful and went out of their way to help. Room was large and clean with a balcony overlooking the lake. Bus stop was feet from the door and the Olive Tree walk started next to thee hotel. Overall just an amazing place.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
Hovik
Small room but clean
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Stephen
The family room on the 3rd floor has an amazing view of the lake from it. Great value for money.
8/10
Excellent
22 Jun 2025
Nikhil
Nice location and good hotel. The only issue was that there was no window in our room since we were given last room on the top floor. The staff was helpful and friendly.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
31 May 2025
adriana
Uncomfortable rooms with narrow twin beds, insuficient garbage space, towels, for the included breakfast if you ask an egg they charge you 5CHF/EGG without telling it in advance. The receptionist has no time to give clarifications, he gave us a local map last day. He gave us a wrong information that costed us an afternoon and useless 30 km of dangerous road.
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2025
maureen
This is a lovely property. The people are SO friendly and accommodating.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Jenna

Wonderful!

What a lovely stay in Castagnola, near Lugano. We were there as a family -- 2 adults + 2 kids and we had a family suite. It was very clean and comfortable and the hotel staff was very kind and helpful! We only had one night in the area and were happy to find a quite place off the beaten path. Nice restaurant/bar and breakfast in the morning was included, which was fantastic. Access to the Olive Trail leading from Castagnola to Gandria was directly across the street -- it was gorgeous! We took the bus back and the stop is less than a block from the hotel so super convenient. Would absolutely recommend this property and stay there again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
Raymundo
Everything was excellent specially the people in the reception and and kitchen
Definitely recommend
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Michael

Great service!

This was the best customer service I've ever had at a hotel; the female night manager helped arrange our parking, carried most of our suitcases, and even helped us buy bus tickets - at the bus stop!

While there were a few details, like too much road noise and the tv not working (could care less), the staff's friendliness and helpfulness made it a very enjoyable stay. Would stay again in heartbeat.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2026
Kim Oanh
Rummet var rent, allt vi behövde fanns. Rummet var kylt med AC när vi kom. Bussen går precis utanför hotellet och med gästkortet kan man åka gratis buss vilket gjorde det väldigt tillgängligt och enkelt att ta sig till hotellet. Ligger 6 minuter bort från en badplats där man kan svalka sig i den vackra sjön.

Manager Caroline var otroligt trevlig och även medarbetarna som jobbade på morgonen med frukost etc. Frukosten var enkel men god, hade det nödvändigaste, mannen älskade sitt iskaffe och vi njöt av det personliga bemötandet.

Tveka inte att boka detta boendet, vi hade det underbart här.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Lars
Very friendly and helpful staff, quiet and convenient location with public parking nearby. Pets VERY welcome :-)
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Stephan
Schönes, sauberes Zimmer und super freundliches Personal beim Check in, wie auch beim Abendessen und Frühstück. Wir haben sehr gut am Abend gegessen und auch die Lage des Hotels ist optimal um hinunter zum See, den kleinen Parks und der Promenade zu gelangen.
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Hotel Locanda Castagnola
1 Contrada Vecchio Municipio, Lugano, Switzerland

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