2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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Superior Double Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
377 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
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Standard Double Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
323 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
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Junior Suite Standard
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
484 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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Garden Floor Double Room
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
10 reviews
(10 reviews)
377 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
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Backyard view Double Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
258 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
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Junior Suite Executive
592 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
About the neighborhood
Lugano
Heart of Lugano.Your stay at this Cassarate hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Parco Ciani and Palazzo dei Congressi. Lake Lugano and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Parco Ciani - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Palazzo dei Congressi - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Lake Lugano - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
Getting around
Melide Station - 9 min drive
Lugano Funicular Station - 11 min drive
Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
La Fermata - 12 min walk
Piccadilly - 9 min walk
Antica Osteria del Porto - 14 min walk
The Trinity Irish Pub - 13 min walk
Martini Lounge Caffé - 2 min walk
About this property
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
5-star beach hotel near Parco Ciani
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola like an indoor pool and an outdoor tennis court.
Free breakfast is available daily. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a steam room, a fitness center, and a garden. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Lugano hotel.
74 guestrooms or units
5 levels
3 dining venues
Meeting rooms
4865 sq ft of conference space
452 sq m of conference space
Built in 1880
Buffet breakfast (free)
Deli
Childcare (surcharge)
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Charging station for electric cars
Business center (24 hours)
Conference space
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Car service
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Library
Terrace
Garden
Beauty salon
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Fireplace in lobby
Onsite shopping
Bellhop
Elevator
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Bar by the pool
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and safes. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.
Clarins Wellness Corner has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.
The spa is open daily. Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Limo/town car service
Secured, uncovered self parking on site (CHF 20 per day)
Secured, covered valet parking on site (CHF 30 per day)
Limited onsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
3 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Full-service spa
Gym
Indoor pool
Library
Outdoor tennis court
Sauna
Shopping
Steam room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchairs on site
Room amenities
Entertainment
42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
DVD player
Pay movies
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Children's robes
Children's slippers
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Slippers
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Late-night room service
Minibar
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120 per night.
Free cribs (infant beds)!
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Uncovered self parking fee: CHF 20 per day (in/out privileges)
Covered valet parking fee: CHF 30 per day
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and TWINT
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Apple Pay, and TWINT. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 September to 31 May.
National rating
This hotel is rated 5 stars.
Property is also known as
Grand Hotel Castagnola
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola to the airport?
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is 4.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?
As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola on Sep 22, 2025 start from $524.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola.
How close is Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola to the beach?
This hotel is 8.4 mi (24-min drive) from Lido di Campione and 9.2 mi (28-min drive) from Panama Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola offer free breakfast?
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Lugano (19-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (17-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.
Is there free parking at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 20 per day, and valet parking for CHF 30 per day.
Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola have a pool?
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola features an indoor pool.
Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola have a restaurant?
There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mediterranean cuisine, al fresco dining, and garden views.
Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola have a spa?
Pamper yourself with a day at Clarins Wellness Corner, where you can enjoy body scrubs, deep-tissue massages, and mani/pedis.
How close is Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola to downtown Lugano?
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is 0.9 mi away from Lugano.