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Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

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Piazza Cioccaro 9 Lugano, Switzerland

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Hotel highlights

Destination Lugano, Switzerland
Indicative starting price Indicative price from 188.19 EUR
Room choice 11 room types listed
Popular features Shower, Safety deposit box, TV

About this property

Sauna
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fitness facilities
Parking
Bar
Hotel information

Good to know about this hotel

About this hotel

This three-star Swiss Quality hotel is in Lugano’s pedestrian old town, at Piazza Cioccaro beside the lower station of the city funicular. It suits rail travellers, short city breaks, business guests, solo visitors, couples and guests wanting a central base close to the lake without a car. Verified features include air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, fridges with complimentary water, safes, minibars, coffee machines, breakfast room, gym, co-working areas, meeting room, bike-friendly services, spa facilities, lift access and small-dog acceptance in selected room types. The lakefront, restaurants, shops, cathedral and station connections are all close by.

Hotel Style
Central three-star city hotel
City / Area
Lugano old town, beside funicular
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No private parking; Motta car park nearby

Best for

  • Rail travellers using the funicular between Lugano station and the old town
  • Short Lugano city breaks with shops, restaurants and lakefront walks nearby
  • Business guests needing central access, co-working areas and a small meeting room
  • Couples and solo travellers who prefer a pedestrian-area location over a resort setting
  • Small-dog stays in selected room types, subject to the hotel’s daily fee and policy
Location & surroundings

The hotel is in Lugano’s pedestrian centre, at the foot of San Lorenzo Cathedral and directly beside the funicular’s city station. This makes arrival by train especially simple: the funicular links the station with Lugano Città in only a few minutes, while walking from the station takes around 10 minutes downhill. Lake Lugano, Piazza della Riforma, Via Nassa, restaurants, shops and cafés are close by. Drivers should note that the hotel is in a pedestrian zone and uses nearby public parking rather than private on-site spaces.

Nearby attractions
  • Lugano Funicular Station – beside the hotel; useful for quick connections between the old town and Lugano railway station.
  • San Lorenzo Cathedral – a short uphill walk away; known for its historic façade and position above the city centre.
  • Piazza della Riforma – around 0.2 km away; Lugano’s central square for cafés, events and city orientation.
  • Lake Lugano lakefront – about 3 minutes on foot; ideal for promenade walks, boat views and lakeside cafés.
  • Via Nassa – within a short walk; Lugano’s main shopping street with arcades, boutiques and cafés.
  • Parco Ciani – about 7 minutes on foot; a lakeside park with gardens, trees and walking paths.
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura – about 10 minutes on foot; the city’s main arts, theatre and concert venue.
  • Monte Brè and Monte San Salvatore – reachable by public transport and funicular routes; both offer panoramic lake and mountain views.
Local travel tips
  • Use the funicular if arriving by train with luggage; it stops directly beside the hotel’s old-town location.
  • If driving, use Autosilo Motta public car park, as the hotel is in a pedestrian area and has no private parking.
  • Ask reception about the fixed-price Motta car park exit ticket if you plan to leave the car parked during the stay.
  • Choose a comfort or quieter room category if funicular-side noise is a concern.
  • Plan lakefront walks early or late in the day in summer, when the promenade and central streets can be busier.
Best time to visit

Spring and early autumn are especially pleasant for Lugano’s lakefront, old town and mountain viewpoints, with mild weather and fewer peak-summer crowds. Summer is lively for outdoor dining, boat trips and evening walks, but central areas can be busier. Winter is quieter and suits short city breaks, cultural visits and rail-based trips around Ticino.

Full quick facts
Hotel Style: Three-star Swiss Quality city hotel with breakfast room, gym, co-working areas, meeting room, bike-friendly services and spa facilities
Star Rating: 3-star
Nearest Airport: Lugano Airport
Distance to Airport: Approximately 6–7 km to Lugano Airport; Milan Malpensa Airport is farther away and commonly used for international flights
Beach Distance: Not a beach hotel; Lake Lugano lakefront is about 3 minutes on foot
City Centre Distance: In Lugano city centre, within the pedestrian old town; Lugano railway station is about 10 minutes on foot or around 1.5–2 minutes by funicular
Languages: Not available
Parking: No private parking; Autosilo Motta public car park is about 200 m or 5 minutes on foot from the hotel
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available
Family Friendly: Studio room types for up to five people are listed; specific cot policy is not available
Pet Friendly: Small dogs are accepted in some room types; maximum 1 dog per room, with a CHF 10 daily fee, and dogs are not allowed in the restaurant
Frequently asked questions
  • Is the hotel close to Lugano railway station? Yes. The station is around 10 minutes on foot or about 1.5–2 minutes by funicular, which stops next to the hotel.
  • Is the hotel in the old town? Yes. It is in Lugano’s pedestrian centre at Piazza Cioccaro, close to shops, restaurants, the cathedral and the lakefront.
  • Does the hotel have parking? The hotel has no private parking, but Autosilo Motta public car park is about 200 metres away.
  • Is the lake within walking distance? Yes. The Lake Lugano lakefront is about 3 minutes on foot from the hotel.
  • Is the hotel suitable for business guests? Yes. The hotel lists co-working areas and a small meeting room, and its funicular location helps with station access.
  • Are pets allowed? Small dogs are accepted in selected room types, with one dog per room and a daily fee; dogs are not allowed in the restaurant.

Summary

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel suits rail travellers, city-break guests, business visitors and small-dog stays in central Lugano. Its pedestrian old-town setting, funicular access, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms, breakfast room, gym, co-working areas, meeting room, bike-friendly services and nearby Motta parking make it practical for compact lake-city visits.

Location

Lugano, Switzerland

Rooms & availability Room types with price first

11 room types listed
Best live total
1 / 9

Available room

Max. 2 guests 15 sqm
The twin room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 18 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 7

Comfort Double Room with Balcony

Max. 2 guests 17 sqm
The double room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 18 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 5

Comfort Single Room

Max. 1 guests 15 sqm
The confort single room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 17 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 7

Comfort Twin Room

Max. 2 guests 18 sqm
The Comfort twin room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 18 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 3

Economy Single Room

Max. 1 guests 15 sqm
The single room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 17 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 7

Standard Single Room

Max. 1 guests 15 sqm
The single room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 17 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 5

Standard Twin Room

Max. 2 guests 17 sqm
The twin room offers air conditioning, flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, a safe…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 18 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 7

Studio

Max. 5 guests 35 sqm
The studio offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 24 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
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1 / 3

Studio with Kitchenette

Max. 4 guests 29 sqm
In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • + 23 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
Guide price last updated 9 July 2026 · select dates for a live total
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1 / 9

Studio, 2 Bedrooms

Max. 5 guests 30 m2
1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed 323 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • + 12 more features
Guide price
188.19 EUR
Guide price last updated 9 July 2026 · select dates for a live total
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1 / 4

Economy Room

Max. 1 guests 15 m2
1 Queen Bed 161 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Free bottled water…
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • + 9 more features
Guide price
210.78 EUR
Guide price last updated 9 July 2026 · select dates for a live total
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