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Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Lugano

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Exterior
Studio, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette
Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge
Studio, Kitchenette | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Piazza Cioccaro 9, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Via Nassa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Palazzo dei Congressi
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Lake Lugano
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Single Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Kitchenette | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Single Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room, Balcony | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room, Balcony

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lugano

Heart of Lugano.With a stay at this Lugano City-Centre hotel, you'll be steps from San Lorenzo Cathedral and Piazza della Riforma. Via Nassa and Via Gottardo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lungolago - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Lugano - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lugano Funicular Station - 3 min walk
  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 4 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anacapri - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante-pizzeria Mary - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Argentino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Commercianti - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

3-star hotel near Lake Lugano
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel.

This 3-star Lugano hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1954
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offers 59 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. This Lugano hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 48.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for CHF 20.0 per night.

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 4.20 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.

  • Pet fee: CHF 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 48.0 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Please note: There is a cable car route adjacent to the hotel. Guests booked in Economy Rooms can expect to hear noise during cable car operation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel to the airport?

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel is 3.8 mi (17-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel on Jul 22, 2025 start from $215.49, 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 Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel.

How close is Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.1 mi (18-min drive) from Lido di Campione and 11.5 mi (40-min drive) from Panama Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offer free breakfast?

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Lugano (9-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel have a pool?

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel to downtown Lugano?

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Lugano.

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Enough

It's a nice enough hotel, right next to the funicular that takes you to the train station. The rooms are quite dated, but the breakfast was nice the service was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avis J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was centrally located with easy access to the waterfront and train station. The cable car runs from the train station and ends near the hotel door.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

We loved our stay and wish we could have stayed longer. Great location. TIP from Lugano train station: GET on funicular. Exit funicular and immediately make U turn. Hotel is right there at the bottom. Great restaurants walkable and our favorite breakfast of our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk from the train station to the hotel. Take the funicular down from the train station and the hotel is immediately on the right. Right in the middle of old town so it was a good location. A decent hotel for the price. The room was small, but definitely adequate for our needs. Staff was super helpful and the breakfast good. The only negative was the sheets were not soft and a bit scratchy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was best
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

iryna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine Elizabeth

Perfect placement in the town, walking distance from the lake and the train station. Very friendly staff and good facilities! Will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good for the price. Very well located.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Cannon Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Find

It was a very pleasant stay. Close to transportation and shops as well as tourist attractions. A very comfortable bed!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

STEPHEN

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tae, Bellevue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel option for staying in Lugano center. The funicular connects the SBB railway station with the city center and funicular station is just 10m away from the hotel entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

peter, Niagara on the Lake

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money although rooms a little small. Breakfast very basic
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is located at base of funicular from main train station. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice

Nice and well located hotel with pleasant staff. The room was not huge and the balcony looked into offices. But it was adequate and I'd stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Santo, Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel at foot of the funicular to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Aron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location. I appreciated the hotel having 1 standard European power socket as I was unable to find an adaptor for the Swiss socket in Australia. Coffee machine in room & fridge. Was given a free block of Swiss chocolate upon check in which was nice & a Ticino Ticket with free public transport.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is next to the furnicular that goes to the train station and also a very easy walk to the lake and shopping. The included breakfast was nice with an assortment of options. The beds were comfortable , the facilities were clean and nicely kept. The staff was friendly and helpful. It was nice to have access to the gym and sauna. We were very happy with this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Robert W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, just get off the funicular and walk through adjacent courtyard. Heard the funicular and it sounded to me like a distant jet plane, but it bothered my significant other. Staff was awesome and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mrs H C

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, nice rooms with great shower, super nice and helpful staff, room available for a casual business meeting was perfect, good breakfast, really enjoyed our stay with this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023