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B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano

3.5 star property
Central hotel with a bar connected to the convention center in Lugano

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Junior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Front of property
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 25 per person)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Via Francesco Borromini 5, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Place, LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Lugano
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Double Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, City View

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room, City View

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lugano

Located in Besso within a short walk of Parco Ciani, B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura. This 20-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area. It's connected to the convention center in central Lugano and also close to Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Lake Lugano.

What's nearby

  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parco Ciani - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lake Lugano - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Lugano Station - 4 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 4 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anacapri - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ristorante Gabbani - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Manora - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Münger - ‬10 min walk

About this property

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano

Central hotel with a bar connected to the convention center in Lugano
Guests of B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include local meal delivery service, a water dispenser, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include laptop-compatible safes, desks, and local meal delivery service.

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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

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CHF 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator (45 inch wide door)
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1923
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 14 and younger (only guests older than 14 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

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 25 per person

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, mobile payments, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Albergo Stella Hotel Lugano
Albergo Stella Hotel
Albergo Stella Lugano
Albergo Stella
Albergo Stella
Hotel Stella Lugano
B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano Hotel
B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano Lugano
Hotel Stella Lugano Cosy Charming
B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano Hotel Lugano

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

This hotel is situated in Besso within a short 10-minute walk of Piazza della Riforma and also 11 minutes on foot from Via Nassa. You'll also find Parco Ciani and Palazzo dei Congressi less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano have a casino at the property?

No, B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a meal delivery service and premium bedding as well as a bar.

Does B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano.

Are there connecting rooms at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

The closest major airport to B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 3.2 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which is around 28.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano.

Reviews

B5 Boutique Hotel Lugano Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 214 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

jasmine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was fine and very modern . There was no one at the front desk to answer questions I have a major complaint. During our stay, there was a breakfast buffet arranged in the lobby. There was no price on it. And there was no one at the desk for us to confirm whether breakfast was included or not. I assumed that this was for the guest and and I took the breakfast. My husband who was staying with me also got coffee for one or two days. Again, no one told us that breakfast was not included in our service and they did not tell us the actual price of the breakfast. Afterwards, I have been charged $199 for taking breakfast at the hotel for four days. This is unacceptable if I had known that the breakfast was expensive I would not have had anything. They were cheaper pay places to get coffee and a croissant outside the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Whitestown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel itself. Easily accessible to train station also bus transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasons to stay here: Close to train station & funicular that lowers you to old town & lake. Clean property & rooms Friendly, attentive staff Unique aesthetic & decor Adequate breakfast selection Quiet hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kenzi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower was a bit confusing, but once I got it working, it was amazing!! Haha best shower I’ve had.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arica

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

Great for a quick trip

Very nice place and very easy to access!! Easy to access the train which was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is conveniently located near the train station as well as the funicular to go to the lake promenade. They are between 5 to 10 minutes walk from the hotel respectively. Daniel was very prompt in responding with whatever we need figured out in the room besides being nice and helpful. Thank you, Daniel; you made our stay wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

HAMIN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ottimo Hotel vicino al centro e stazione. Cortese e perfetta l accoglienza. Stanza pulita , forse un po' piccola . Molte scale.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

HANS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Bee Lin Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location near train station. The shower curtain is very smelly and the shower room tend to choke up after shower leaving the floor very wet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

J A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, bright hotel and room. The breakfast was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is lovely. We had 2 rooms booked and paid the same for both. 1 had a deck, a safe, a fridge and a closet. The other had none of those things. We felt a little overcharged for one room. Daniel at the front desk was very helpful with maps and gave is a discount card for some train and bus rides. All very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chaitanya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Next to train station and Lugano market. Hotel gave us a travel pass which included most of the public transport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend. Very comfortable great location. Staff very helpful. Would definitely come again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner and staff were gracious and capable. We arrived under stressful circumstances, having to find a different place late in the day. Daniel, at the front desk, waited after his shift to check us in. The room was spotless and comfortable. Hermelina makes a wonderful cafe latte. The only negative is that the breakfast is sparse—cereal, bread, croissants, yogurt, but no eggs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eloisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Clean and Quiet

Good, quiet and clean. It’s a utilitarian sort of hotel perfect for a short stay on a budget. It is a little confusing to find but once you know where you’re going it’s easy to locate and close to downtown on foot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, a quick walk from the train station. Staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting and very welcoming staff. Would highly recommend, especially for those travelling by train as station is 5 minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of this hotel! So easy to jump off the train and make a short walk there, with very clear signs guiding the way. (If you cannot carry your luggage up stairs, don’t use it as there are a lot and no elevator.) Other than that, the manager was wonderful, the room great, And the convenience of getting to the train and the Funicular to the lovely downtown makes it a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

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