Villa Principe Leopoldo

5.0 star property
Lakefront resort with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Front of property
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Via Montalbano 5, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Via Nassa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Palazzo dei Congressi
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Lugano
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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Room options

Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Single)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Lake Suite with Balcony

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Triple)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Princess Garden Suite

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom (single)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony (Single)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Signature Lake Suite with Balcony (Single)

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Princess garden Suite (Single)

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Lugano

Located in Loreto, Villa Principe Leopoldo is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Via Nassa and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura. This 5-star resort has 37 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lake Lugano - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lungolago - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lugano-Paradiso - 5 min drive
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 8 min drive
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪I Due Sud - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪OK-Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Tivoli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Beirut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tamoil Sorengo - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Villa Principe Leopoldo

Lakefront resort with a full-service spa and a fitness center
Guests staying at Villa Principe Leopoldo enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and a sauna. Parking is CHF 25 per day (CHF 25 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CHF 350 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and pet-sitting services. Other amenities at this luxury resort include outdoor tennis courts, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Select Comfort beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and safes.
A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (CHF 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CHF 45 for adults and CHF 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Principe
  • Principe Leopoldo

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,767 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1868
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 45 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per stay
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 45 for adults and CHF 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CHF 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 45 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Leopoldo Principe
Leopoldo Villa
Principe Leopoldo
Villa Leopoldo
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Villa Principe
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Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel
Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel Lugano
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Hotel Principe Leopoldo
Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel And Spa
Villa Principe Leopoldo Resort Lugano
Villa Principe Leopoldo Resort
Hotel Principe Leopoldo
Villa Principe Leopoldo Resort
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Villa Principe Leopoldo Resort Lugano

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

Villa Principe Leopoldo provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Villa Principe Leopoldo?

This resort is situated in Loreto within a short 16-minute walk of Via Nassa and also 17 minutes on foot from LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura. You'll also find Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angioli and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for CHF 25 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Is a spa located at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments, massages, and body treatments.

Does Villa Principe Leopoldo include a casino on the premises?

No, Villa Principe Leopoldo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is Villa Principe Leopoldo a good place to stay for couples?

At this lakeside resort, there are many amenities for couples, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

Yes, this resort has a spa tub.

Does Villa Principe Leopoldo have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Villa Principe Leopoldo serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Principe Leopoldo.

Does Villa Principe Leopoldo allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Villa Principe Leopoldo for a fee of CHF 45 per pet, per night. The property also provides pet-sitting services and food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

Yes, this resort has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Villa Principe Leopoldo?

The closest major airport to Villa Principe Leopoldo is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 2.8 mi away (6 minutes by car). Another top airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which is around 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Villa Principe Leopoldo?

Yes, some guestrooms at this resort offer a balcony where guests can enjoy lake or garden views.

Does Villa Principe Leopoldo have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Villa Principe Leopoldo if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Villa Principe Leopoldo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 328 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rushabh

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Johns Creek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular setting and views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

Great location with amazing view of Lugano. Service was first class. Wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, great facilities and impeccable service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

FATIMA ZAHRA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC IS NOT WORKING AND THEY KEEPS MY CAR WITH HIM AFTER I TRAVEL 100 KM
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magical Villa Beautiful gardens Spectacular views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Suites have a beautiful lake view with a big Terrace
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rayford William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful facility with stunning views from our room and all common spaces; friendly and responsive staff; spacious and well considered rooms; delightful breakfast and dining venues which created lasting memories every day. hated to leave; definitely will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property view and the amenities were spectacular. The rooms were spacious and luxurious. The view from room O was delightful at all times of the day. It did not matter that the property was a little far away from Lugano, the shuttle took us into the city so that we could dine and shop. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

dannielle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not a 5star experience

We were really looking forward to our stay at the hotel however, we left rather disappointed and dissatisfied. The room, though large was very outdated and had an unusual layout. One small example, the loo was in its own large room yet still was situated so close to the wall you could hardly sit down. The concierge weren’t great, my husband and I both spoke with them asking for different meals on three separate evenings. Each time, we were recommended to visit the same restaurant despite asking for different cuisines. We did go to the recommended restaurant on the first evenings as we knew no better and saw three other guests from the hotel. I know how concierge works but they must have been getting some serious kickbacks from this one particular restaurant. There were many other little niggles such as children screaming and jumping around the very small pool and pool area and no one stopping them. Very little service at the pool also. No space for us to have an aperativo before supper, no space for supper. Apparently you had to book weeks in advance but no one told us and quite frankly, at a 5-star hotel, shouldn’t guests be a priority!? Many tables that had a view over the lake (the whole point of the hotel) were ‘reserved’ for one family of guests who turned up so late most people had eaten and left by the time they arrived. It all felt a little disappointing that I couldn’t enjoy the facilities and consequently spent most of my time out of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mubarak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

vijaykumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with attentive staff. Gorgio the concierge was especially helpful. We upgraded to a panorama suite and it was very large and comfortable with incredible view. The breakfast buffet had nice variety, The bar and the restaurant are good, but expensive. The outdoor terrace is lovely -- the indoor bar could use a "refresh" in design although in the nice summer weather we preferred to be outside with the incredible view. The one thing to note about the property is that to get to/from downtown Lugano can be expensive. During the day if you are fit you can walk down and back (a bit of a climb) and the hotel does have a shuttle service at certain times. But, in the evening taxi was required.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely pleased with this lovely hotel with amazing view/ Although a bit dated, the property is well maintained and room is huge and have amazing views. Service is definitely top notch with all the friendly staff making you feel home. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a close proximity to the train and is absolutely beautiful. The staff is great and facilities are amazing. We had the spa to ourselves for an hour upon our arrival to relax and kick the stay off right. We will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff so lovely! The hotel was amazing with great views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Vandoeuvres

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, ideally placed for the view, very good food, nice rooms overlooking the lake, what do you want more? Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

esra, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024