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The best cheap hotels in Lugano

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks 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 center to the main railway station.

    From $209.91 per night
  • Hotel Walter Au Lac

    Lugano
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,873 reviews

    Located on the lake promenade near the traffic-free center 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 $306.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

    Right on the shore of Lake Lugano, the 3-star superior International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden with an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and a lobby bar.

    From $327.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,415 reviews

    VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano - contactless check-in offers rooms in Lugano near Lugano Exhibition Center and Lugano Station. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

    From $238.51 per night
  • Hotel City Lugano

    Lugano
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews

    Located 2625 feet from the Lugano Exhibition Center and 0.6 mi from the lake, Hotel City Lugano is a modern, nonsmoking building with stylish and air-conditioned rooms.

    From $237.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,158 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 $468.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,607 reviews

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

    From $248.64 per night
  • Residenza Du Lac

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

    1.7 miles from Lugano Station in Paradiso, Residenza Du Lac features accommodations with access to a hot tub and fitness room.

    From $503.78 per night

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  • 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 accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Lugano, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

    From $202.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews

    San Carlo Luxury Apartments is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Lugano, a 15-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 600 yards from Lugano Station.

    From $302.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,182 reviews

    The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 656 feet from the Lugano train station.

    From $136.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Imperial of Lugano 4 with a lake view behind the station and 10 min from the lake offers accommodations in Lugano, a 9-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.8 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

    From $611.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

    Located in Lugano, a 8-minute walk from Lugano Station, San Carlo Suite features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

    From $329.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

    Featuring quiet street views, Live Lugano - Via Massagno in Lugano provides accommodations and a terrace. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and private parking is available on site.

    From $352.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Lucy by Quokka 360 - a stone's throw from the station is located in Massagno, just a 7-minute walk from Lugano Station and 2 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Apartment near the station and city centers offers accommodations in Massagno, a 7-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.2 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

    From $194.91 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these cheap hotels in Lugano and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Studio Besso 31 by Quokka 360 - flat 10 minutes from the railway station offers accommodations in Lugano, a 10-minute walk from Lugano Station and 1.9 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center.

    From $204.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

    Prestige Apartments by Quokka 360 - spacious flats with terraces offers accommodations in Lugano, a 4-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 1.1 miles from Lugano Station.

    From $279.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

    Live Lugano - Via A Riva offers air-conditioned accommodations in Lugano. Free Wifi is offered throughout the property, and private parking is available on site.

    From $262.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Experience The Loft! LOFT 18, downtown, near the lake FREE PARKING available is located in Lugano, just 1.7 miles from Lugano Exhibition Center and 3.8 miles from Swiss Miniatur.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Roggia Apartments by Quokka 360 - a stone's throw from Ciani Park enjoys a location in Lugano, 18 miles from Chiasso Station and 19 miles from Villa Carlotta.

    From $257.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

    Located in Lugano, a 11-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center, Campus Lugano 45 wonderful Smart Suites in the university area provides accommodations with a fitness center and private parking.

    From $172.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Girasole by Quokka 360 - quiet two-bedroom apartment close to the centre is located in Lugano, just 17 miles from Chiasso Station and 21 miles from Mount San Giorgio.

    From $290.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Palace Apartment by Quokka 360 - 2 minutes from Lugano Lido is located in Lugano, just a 6-minute walk from Lugano Exhibition Center and 1.6 miles from Lugano Station.

    From $281.86 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $136.19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,182 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 53 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