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Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Lugano

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Piazza Cioccaro 9, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Place, Via Nassa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza della Riforma
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo dei Congressi
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(17 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

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

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

Studio, Kitchenette

  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 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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Comfort Single Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lugano

Located in Lugano City-Centre, Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel is next to San Lorenzo Cathedral and Piazza della Riforma. This 59-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza della Riforma - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Parco Ciani - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 8 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Agua - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Spaghetti Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Olimpia - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Lugano
At Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel, guests have access to a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Dryers, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1954
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • 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

You'll be asked to pay these 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

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.

  • 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 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 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel on Dec 29, 2025 start from $163.07, 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.

What's there to see close to Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Lugano City-Centre, just steps from Piazza della Riforma and Via Nassa, and within a short walk of LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura. You'll also find Lake Lugano and Parco Ciani less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel include a casino?

No, Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a sauna and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes.

Are there hot tubs at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel for a fee of CHF 10.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

The closest major airport to Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 3.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which is around 28.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel offer a balcony.

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 440 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and place to stay with my family in a lovely city
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONALD, Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Loved it! Loved it! The best of 6 hotels on my visit to Schys. Attractive, spacious comfortable rooms. Great location , just steps from the funicular to the station. Two min. from hotel to station via funicular! Plenty of restaurants and shops steps away. And Lugano itself is as lovely as advertised. Would I stay again? Absolutely! Ten plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Close to train and lake
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The marketing does not do this place justice! From pictures online, I was skeptical, but the location and quality of this hotel was above my expectations. The room was nice, bed comfy and breakfast abundant! The entrance is hidden behind large plants as the hotel is tucked into a corner at the base of the funicular. No noise problem!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! When you arrive at the train station, take the funicular down and as soon as you get off turn right- the hotel is in that back corner beside cafe Milano. Rooms were recently renovated, great breakfast, and friendly staff. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here one night with our toddler and it was great, very clean very easy to get too! No great views out the window but that’s totally fine for our over night stay Staff was friendly and gave us a crib for our toddler and allowed us to turn on the AC unit because with the windows open we had a couple of mosquitos
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gojart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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