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The best cheap hotels in Lugano

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,953 reviews

    The Hotel Acquarello is located in the Old Town of Lugano, right at the lower terminus of the funicular connecting the centre to the main railway station.

    From US$210.38 per night

  • Hotel Walter Au Lac

    Lugano
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews

    Situated on the lake promenade near the traffic-free centre of Lugano, Hotel Walter Au Lac offers you rooms with superb lake views. WiFi is free of charge. All air-conditioned rooms are renovated.

    From US$306.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,902 reviews

    Set within the centre of Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi is only 150 metres away from the shores of Lake Lugano. Free Wi-Fi is available.

    From US$246.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,424 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Exhibition Center Lugano and 1.2 km of Lugano Station in Lugano, VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano - contactless check-in provides accommodation with seating area and a kitchenette.

    From US$239.05 per night

  • Hotel City Lugano

    Lugano
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews

    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.

    From US$237.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,156 reviews

    Established in 1887, the 5-star Splendide Royal with its turn-of-the-century character is Lugano's most fashionable hotel, located on Lugano's lakeside main street.

    From US$469.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,605 reviews

    Hotel Admiral Lugano is located in the Paradiso neighbourhood, within walking distance from the shores of Lake Lugano and the San Salvatore funicular station.

    From US$261.72 per night

  • Residenza Du Lac

    Paradiso
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Residenza Du Lac offers accommodation with a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace, around 2.8 km from Lugano Station.

    From US$504.92 per night

Stay connected in Lugano and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews

    TALEDA Apartments - Modern Apartments & Self Checkin in the Old Town offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Lugano, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a...

    From US$202.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews

    Set in the centre of Lugano, 1.3 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 600 metres from Lugano Station, San Carlo Luxury Apartments offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    From US$303.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,179 reviews

    The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 200 metres from the Lugano train station.

    From US$136.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Offering garden views, Imperial of Lugano 2 with a lake view and garden behind the station and 10 min from the lake of Lugano is an accommodation situated in Lugano, 1.8 km from Exhibition Center...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Lugano, 1.4 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, San Carlo Suite features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From US$330.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Gotthard House, a property with a garden, is situated in Lugano, 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 8 km from Swiss Miniatur, as well as 19 km from Mendrisio Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

    Located in Lugano, less than 1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, Boutique Homes provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. It is situated 700 metres from Lugano Station and features a lift.

    From US$366.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

    Located in Lugano, less than 1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, Boutique Apartments provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews

    Offering a terrace and lake view, Live Lugano - Via Massagno is situated in Lugano, 700 metres from Lugano Station and 1.9 km from Exhibition Center Lugano.

    From US$353.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Home Sofia Room 1-By EasyLife Swiss is set in Lugano, 300 metres from Lugano Station and 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, Home Sofia Room 4 - 5min Station -By EasyLife Swiss is set in Lugano, 300 metres from Lugano Station and 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Garden Apartment in Center - Ambra is situated in Lugano, 800 metres from Lugano Station and 1.1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    DUPLEX LOFT IN LUGANO CENTER with Garden, Wi-Fi -By EasyLife Swiss, a property with a garden, is located in Lugano, 800 metres from Lugano Station, 1.1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, as well as 8.6...

    From US$289.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Lugano in the Canton of Ticino region, Il Parco by Quokka 360 - in the business centre of Lugano has a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    From US$263.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Il Parco 11 by Quokka 360 - in the business centre of Lugano, a property with a terrace, is located in Lugano, 1.2 km from Lugano Station, 9.2 km from Swiss Miniatur, as well as 21 km from Mendrisio...

    From US$472.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Boasting a spa bath, Il Parco 2 by Quokka 360 - cosy flat with terrace is set in Lugano. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

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  • Hotel&Hostel Montarina

    Cheap hotel in Lugano
    Avg. price/night: US$136.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,179 reviews
    + Cheap price (for the Swiss standards) + Nice helpful staff + Good location, closed to the train station, and beautiful garden. + Free swimming pool
    Guest review by
    Fernando
    Family with young children

  • Star of Lugano - Happy Rentals

    Cheap hotel in Lugano
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
    Great location with all the amenities you need for a family. It has a washing machine and dryer which makes a longer stay easy. The apartment was very clean, with two rooms and bathrooms which is ideal for a family. It is also in the heart of Lugano, only a street back from the lake.
    Guest review by
    Christian
    Family with young children