Lake Lugano is located near Hotel Locanda Castagnola, which provides a free breakfast buffet, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Lugano, Hotel Locanda Castagnola is in the historical district and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lugano and Bolle di Magadino, while Museo delle Dogane Svizzere and Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection are cultural highlights. LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Swissminiatur are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Lugano travel guide
6976, TI, Lugano, 1 Contrada Vecchio Municipio
What's nearby
Parco Ciani
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Mount Brè
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Lake Lugano
7 min drive - 2.1 km
Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Lugano Exhibition Centre
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Lugano Funicular Station
5 min drive
Melide Station
11 min drive
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
85 min drive
Restaurants
Lanchetta
16 min walk
Before B4
3 min drive
La Fermata
3 min drive
Pane & Zucchero
18 min walk
Lugano Marittima
4 min drive
About this property
Hotel Locanda Castagnola
Hotel near Lake Lugano
A free breakfast buffet, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Locanda Castagnola. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and secured bicycle storage
Luggage storage, free newspapers, and smoke-free premises
Concierge services and bicycle tour information
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Locanda Castagnola offer thoughtful touches such as smart speakers, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Self parking on site (surcharge)
Extended parking on site (CHF 10 per night)
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle storage
Bicycle tours
Family friendly
Baby toys
In-room crib
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No elevator
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Smart speaker
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
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Heating
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 3:00 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
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: CHF 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Extended parking fee: CHF 10 per night
Pet fee: CHF 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: CHF 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Mobile payment options include: TWINT
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Hotel Locanda Castagnola Hotel
Hotel Locanda Castagnola Lugano
Hotel Locanda Castagnola Hotel Lugano
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Locanda Castagnola pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 20.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Locanda Castagnola?
As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Locanda Castagnola on Mar 12, 2026 start from ¥29,584, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for CHF 10. Extended parking is available for CHF 10 per night.
What time is check-in at Hotel Locanda Castagnola?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Locanda Castagnola?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Hotel Locanda Castagnola provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CHF 250 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Locanda Castagnola located?
Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Lugano. Lugano Exhibition Centre and Parco Ciani are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Locanda Castagnola Reviews
9.0
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Place was amazing. Staff were helpful and went out of their way to help. Room was large and clean with a balcony overlooking the lake. Bus stop was feet from the door and the Olive Tree walk started next to thee hotel. Overall just an amazing place.
John
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
maureen
May 28, 2025
This is a lovely property. The people are SO friendly and accommodating.
Nice location and good hotel. The only issue was that there was no window in our room since we were given last room on the top floor. The staff was helpful and friendly.
What a lovely stay in Castagnola, near Lugano. We were there as a family -- 2 adults + 2 kids and we had a family suite. It was very clean and comfortable and the hotel staff was very kind and helpful! We only had one night in the area and were happy to find a quite place off the beaten path. Nice restaurant/bar and breakfast in the morning was included, which was fantastic. Access to the Olive Trail leading from Castagnola to Gandria was directly across the street -- it was gorgeous! We took the bus back and the stop is less than a block from the hotel so super convenient. Would absolutely recommend this property and stay there again.
This was the best customer service I've ever had at a hotel; the female night manager helped arrange our parking, carried most of our suitcases, and even helped us buy bus tickets - at the bus stop!
While there were a few details, like too much road noise and the tv not working (could care less), the staff's friendliness and helpfulness made it a very enjoyable stay. Would stay again in heartbeat.
Uncomfortable rooms with narrow twin beds, insuficient garbage space, towels, for the included breakfast if you ask an egg they charge you 5CHF/EGG without telling it in advance. The receptionist has no time to give clarifications, he gave us a local map last day. He gave us a wrong information that costed us an afternoon and useless 30 km of dangerous road.
Super nettes und zuvorkommendes Personal. Sehr saubere Unterkunft, mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht. Frühstück war absolut ausreichend, inklusive frisch zubereitetem Kaffee oder Kakao….
Sehr nahe zum See gelegen, Lugano ist zu Fuß oder sehr einfach mit dem Bus zu erreichen.
Parkplatz nur zum einchecken vor der Unterkunft vorhanden, aber weitere Parkplätze in unmittelbarer Nähe stehen zur Verfügung.
Tutto perfetto, accoglienza speciale da parte di tutto lo staff, pulizia eccellente, letti comodi, colazione buona e completa.
Posizione strategica con panorama mozzafiato, che permette una bella passeggiata lungo lago verso il centro città.
Ottima anche la cena, provatela!
A estadia foi excelente. Quarto confortável e limpo, hotel próximo ao ponto de ônibus, que é gratuito com o passe Ticino emitido pelo hotel, café da manhã gostoso e staff muito simpático e prestativo. Tudo ótimo!
J'ai passé un moment très agréable dans cet hôtel très sympathique avec un personnel des plus agréable hôtel se trouvant au bord du lac et légèrement à l'extérieur de la ville. Un grand merci à l'équipe de cet hôtel dont je recommande fortement