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The 10 Best Homestays in Lugano, Switzerland

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Only a few steps away from the shore of Lake Lugano, this historic, 16th-century villa is 2 km from the centre of Lugano.

The modern and spacious rooms at Guesthouse Castagnola feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, and a kitchen or kitchenette with a Nespresso coffee maker. The bathrooms have a hairdryer and Fragonard toiletries.

Guesthouse Castagnola exceeded our expectations: the accommodation in every single way was superb. Our host, Christina is an amazing person, she is always there, when needed, her recommendations are priceless, you’d better take from her everything granted. A must have place to visit again.

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9.7
Exceptional
78 reviews
Price from
£190
per night

Namasté - Ayurveda & Benessere is located in Lugano, 2.9 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 2.2 km from Art Museum Lugano. 2.4 km from Palazzo Congressi Lugano, the property is also 2.6 km away from Monte San Salvatore. The property is 2.1 km from LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.

Very clean and comfortable guesthouse, private bathroom available, spacious common area both inside and outside, walking distance from supermarket and city centre

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8.6
Fabulous
238 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Homestay Dodo is situated in Lugano, 2.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 3.1 km from Lugano Station, and 11 km from Swiss Miniatur. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Villa Carlotta is 32 km from the homestay and Mount San Giorgio is 35 km away.

The room was perfectly clean with all necessary amenities provided. We had a separate bathroom, only for us, and complementary coffee and tea included. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Communication was great. In addition, bus stop is in front of the house, as well as the supermarket and exchange office. I recommend this place!

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8.2
Very good
244 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Da GianFi Lugano-Pregassona - Stanza privata - Adults Only is set in Lugano. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

The host was so friendly and made sure I had everything I needed. He helped me with my laundry and even walked me to the nearest ATM. The cat was very nice and comical, he loved the water tap! The apartment was exceptionally clean and it was in a very quite location, but also was not far from the main parts of the city! Easy to get to by public transport from the train station as well. I loved it and would recommend this place to anybody!

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8.8
Fabulous
58 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

Situated in the centre of Lugano, on the elegant, pedestrianized Via Nassa close to the lake and the funicular, the San Carlo Garni hotel offers free internet in all rooms.

All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and satellite TV.

The staff team were all sparkling and helpfull. The location is perfect, next to the public transport as well as for the shopping center and lac. I strongly recommand this place.

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7.8
Good
2,073 reviews
Price from
£106
per night

Set in Grancia, 7ROOMS has a restaurant, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy garden views.

All guest rooms come with a microwave, fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. At the guest house the rooms come with a shared bathroom with free toiletries.

It was very clean and the rooms were nicely decorated. The staff was friendly and helpfull. There was also a coffee machine, watercooker, fridge and microwave inside:-)

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7.5
Good
669 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Situated 3.5 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 9.1 km from Swiss Miniatur and 21 km from Mendrisio Station, Apartment 33A - No Bikes - Self check-in features accommodation set in Lugano. It is located 1.3 km from Lugano Station and provides a lift. Generoso Mount is 35 km from the homestay and Villa Panza is 37 km away.

The host texted me in advanced all the infos, everything you should know, will all the details and also pictures on how to find the apartment and your room. The bed was big and very comfortable. Perfect for a few nights in Lugano!

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5.8
Review score
425 reviews
Price from
£43
per night

Situated in Lugano with Exhibition Center Lugano and Palazzo Congressi Lugano nearby, casa nico features accommodation with free WiFi.

Art Museum Lugano is 2.1 km from the homestay. Lugano Airport is 3 km away.

Free upgrade to Lakeview room which is great

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5.9
Review score
520 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

*Veranda's rooms* - Free parking in central Lugano, a property with a bar, is located in Lugano, 1.9 km from Lugano Station, 2.6 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, as well as 10 km from Swiss Miniatur. This guest house provides free private parking and luggage storage space. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

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9.5
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Room Eight - Your Space in the City has a terrace and is situated in Lugano, within just 600 metres of Lugano Station and 1.4 km of Exhibition Center Lugano. The property is located 9.1 km from Swiss Miniatur, 21 km from Mendrisio Station and 28 km from Chiasso Station. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Nice and quiet beautiful house with everything

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6.5
Review score
38 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

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  • Hotel San Carlo
    Breakfast options
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,073 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Lugano, on the elegant, pedestrianized Via Nassa close to the lake and the funicular, the San Carlo Garni hotel offers free internet in all rooms.

    The receptionist Patrick was friendly and helpful.

  • Guesthouse Castagnola
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 78 reviews

    Only a few steps away from the shore of Lake Lugano, this historic, 16th-century villa is 2 km from the centre of Lugano.

    De gastvrijheid van de hostess en de prachtige locatie

  • Namasté - Ayurveda & Benessere
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 238 reviews

    Namasté - Ayurveda & Benessere is located in Lugano, 2.9 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 2.2 km from Art Museum Lugano.

    The host was very kind and helpful. Amazing person 👏👏👏

  • Homestay Dodo
    Breakfast options
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 244 reviews

    Homestay Dodo is situated in Lugano, 2.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 3.1 km from Lugano Station, and 11 km from Swiss Miniatur.

    Sehr Zentral, Freundlich, gemütlich, alles da was man braucht.

  • Pregassona Relaxing Home

    Offering quiet street views, Pregassona Relaxing Home is an accommodation situated in Lugano, 1.6 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 2.4 km from Lugano Station.

  • Room Eight - Your Space in the City
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 38 reviews

    Room Eight - Your Space in the City has a terrace and is situated in Lugano, within just 600 metres of Lugano Station and 1.4 km of Exhibition Center Lugano.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Lugano

  • *Veranda's rooms* - Free parking in central Lugano
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    *Veranda's rooms* - Free parking in central Lugano, a property with a bar, is located in Lugano, 1.9 km from Lugano Station, 2.6 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, as well as 10 km from Swiss Miniatur.

  • Da GianFi Lugano-Pregassona - Stanza privata - Adults Only
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 58 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Da GianFi Lugano-Pregassona - Stanza privata - Adults Only is set in Lugano.

    Gentillesse, propreté, tout était préparé avec soin.

  • 7ROOMS Grancia
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 669 reviews

    Set in Grancia, 7ROOMS has a restaurant, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy garden views.

    Everything. Very clean, great contact. Only advantages

  • casa nico
    Central location
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 520 reviews

    Situated in Lugano with Exhibition Center Lugano and Palazzo Congressi Lugano nearby, casa nico features accommodation with free WiFi. Art Museum Lugano is 2.1 km from the homestay.

    Goedkope prijs en ligging en zonder inchecken naar binnen

  • Apartment 33A - No Bikes - Self check-in
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 425 reviews

    Situated 3.5 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 9.1 km from Swiss Miniatur and 21 km from Mendrisio Station, Apartment 33A - No Bikes - Self check-in features accommodation set in Lugano.

    Es war sehr toll einzig alleine kein TV aber sonst 1A

  • Villa Vanessa SUITES

    Close to Exhibition Center Lugano, Villa Vanessa SUITES is set in Lugano and has a hot tub and garden. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

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Homestays that guests love in Lugano

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 19 reviews
    Amazing place with view. Beautiful and spacious apartment with comfortable bed. Great host who answered our questions right away. Thank you.
    Maricel
    People with friends
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 56 reviews
    Fantastic view. Great Host!
    Arkadi
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £127.24
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 291 reviews
    Great hosts, quick to answer any questions we had!
    Frandy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £219.15
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 642 reviews
    Self check-in was easy and smooth. The location is good, it's easy to reach by bus from the train station (walking is also possible). The apartment is amazing, you'll find everything that you need for a comfortable stay. Ana and Federico are great hosts, they put a lot of effort and dedication to make your stay in the apartment easy. And they provided many good local tips (what to do in Lugano, where to shop, eat, transportation etc.). I can definitely recommend this place!
    Illia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £115.83
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,102 reviews
    lovely hostel, helpful staff a step away from the main station. could sleep well very clean room and bathroom could store bikes in the yard
    Domboroczki
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £213.19
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 580 reviews
    exceptionally good hosts Anna and Federico! Very detailed and responsive. Clean, nice location, neat, everything labeled and organized. Highly recommended!
    Ana-Marija
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £115.83
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,102 reviews
    Lovely hostel, nice and close to the station. Staff was very helpful and the breakfast was delicious!
    Eline
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews
    Probably the best view you could ever hope for and was so easy to get to town either walking or by the bus (which was super cheap) meant that you really didn’t miss out by not staying right in the centre. Monique was a great host and recommended a lido that was a bit further out of town that was fantastic
    Russell
    People with friends
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 147 reviews
    Excellent for family with kids great host who made us feel at home
    Prashant
    Family with young children
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 244 reviews
    had a great stay in Homestay Dodo, friendly host, clean big room with balcony and free car parking!
    Baskoro Agung Cahya
    Solo traveller

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