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About this property

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. Free WiFi is available in all areas, and underground parking is available for small/medium cars on site for an extra charge. The modern, soundproofed rooms at Lugano City Hotel are all fitted with an LED TV, LED lighting, universal sockets, a minibar with free non-alcoholic drinks, a safe, a desk and a kettle with a coffee/tea maker. The private bathrooms come with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Printers and coffee machines are provided on every floor. The lobby features a bar, a breakfast area, and access to a terrace. The City Hotel is 2.6 km from Monte San Salvatore and 1.5 km from Lugano Train Station. The closest bus stop is 200 metres away. Lugano University is a 2-minute walk from the hotel, and various shops, bars and restaurants are reachable within a 10-minute walk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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  • 2 single beds
237 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$257 per night
Original price
US$907.10
Late Escape Deal
- US$136.07
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$771.04

US$257 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: CHF 6.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$272 per night
Original price
US$961.17
Late Escape Deal
- US$144.18
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$816.99

US$272 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: CHF 6.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Minyi
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Super nice breakfast buffet and super friendly & helpful hotel staff. We stayed in a 3-person room - I can’t speak for the normal double bed but the sofa bed was a bit hard. Other than that everything was as nice as I expected!
  • Olivia
    United States United States
    All staffs were very friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. The quality of the breakfast was excellent with varieties.
  • Daniel
    Brazil Brazil
    Comfortable beds, room service with impeccable cleaning. Superb breakfast Hotel staff very courteous and helpful. Automatic shoe cleaner in the 1st floor, helping a lot to give that finishing touch before I went to a symposium. This way, I could...
  • Stephan
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Great Business Hotel in Lugano. Nice team, sympathical and professional. Nice room with all the expected comfort. Quite, good bed... Excellente breakfast.
  • Cathleen
    France France
    Really good and modern city hotel. Very central. Air conditioning. Staff was really nice and helpful.
  • Luigimarchelle
    Ecuador Ecuador
    Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The bed was one of the most comfortable beds ever (you have no idea how great sleeping was). Definitively a place to return in the future.
  • Rodica
    Romania Romania
    Its a part of a beautiful city, location, profesionalism, beauty.
  • Kerstin
    Germany Germany
    Very clean room, lovely lady at breakfast takes good care of the guests
  • Stravel0
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Everything is very good and no complaints at all. The breakfast buffet is offering "everything" and particularly good coffee and orange juice - very nice and helpful lady serving us! The rooms and windows have excellent soundproofing. The...
  • Roy
    Canada Canada
    Very modern hotel, own parking, 10-12 min. walk from lake front and mid Lugano. Very good breakfast too, internet good.

Hotel surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you arrive with children, please inform the property about their number and age. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property. Please note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.

Please note that parking is available only for small or medium cars.

Please inform Hotel City Lugano in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.