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Hotel San Carlo

2.0 star property
Hotel near LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura in Lugano

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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28 Via Nassa, Lugano, 6900
  • Place, Via Nassa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parco Ciani
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo dei Congressi
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Lugano

Lugano City-Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Lugano City-Centre hotel, you'll find LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Parco Ciani. Also, Palazzo dei Congressi is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake Lugano is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza della Riforma - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Parco Ciani - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lungolago - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lugano Funicular Station - 7 min walk
  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anacapri - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vanini - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Agua - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlo

Hotel near LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura in Lugano
Hotel San Carlo offers its guests express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Lugano hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Hotel San Carlo offers 20 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Lugano hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 14 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel San Carlo Lugano
San Carlo Lugano
Hotel San Carlo Hotel
Hotel San Carlo Lugano
Hotel San Carlo Hotel Lugano

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel San Carlo to the airport?

Hotel San Carlo is 3.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel San Carlo?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Carlo on Jun 21, 2026 start from $193, including 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 Hotel San Carlo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel San Carlo.

How close is Hotel San Carlo to the beach?

This hotel is 11.4 mi (37-min drive) from Panama Beach.

Does Hotel San Carlo offer free breakfast?

Hotel San Carlo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel San Carlo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Lugano (6-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel San Carlo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel San Carlo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel San Carlo have a pool?

Hotel San Carlo does not have a pool.

Does Hotel San Carlo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel San Carlo to downtown Lugano?

Hotel San Carlo is 0.1 mi away from Lugano.

Hotel San Carlo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 245 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and top location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice employees
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lohana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice and good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice spot to stay 1night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graciela

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

8/10 Good

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great front desk team and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a perfect, basic, no frills hotel if you need a central location in Lugano.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Loved this hotel!

Great staff. Perfect central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet neighborhood! Would stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location near the Lugano Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is basic but meets your needs. Staff was very friendly and helpful. It’s location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Richard reviewed Hotel San Carlo

location is very good. 5 minutes from the lake, 9 minutes from the train, in the middle of many shops. Clean room and the fan was helpful. Overall very good and I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location!

Wonderful and friendly staffs! Great location! Only disappointed with the aged mattresses
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

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

I recommend it

The location is amazing, staff is very friendly and helpfully.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff was very friendly and waited for our arrival. The room was clean and comfortable with a nice bathroom. It was a short 1-2 min walk to the main road where you can see their lake. Easy check-out where you can drop your keys. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
friendly and warm welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a old hotel but with the necessary stuff to stay to sleep, I like the area because it was close to the lake, famous stores like Gucci,Prada,etc …also is in the middle of the town where you can find a lot of cafes to eat or others restaurants. It was nice to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and messaging service. Room was more than simple but everything worked. Great WiFi conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BEST PLACE TO STAY IN LUGANO! 👌 The reception staff were amazingly helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elissabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is dated, like you staying at your Europeans grandparents bathroom vibes. Which in itself is the experience when in Europe! Clean place, amazing spot for convenience without a car. The staff at desk are warming and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Budget hotel in fabulous location

A budget hotel but in a fantastic location with really lovely staff. It was quiet, the bed was comfortable. No aircon but they do have a lift
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location for such a price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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