Dolceresio Lugano Lake B&B

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Dolceresio Lugano Lake B&B in Brusino Arsizio offers recently renovated guest house rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and modern amenities. Each room features a view of a landmark, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, free WiFi, and complimentary bicycles. The property provides water sports facilities, including scuba diving, and offers free parking. Additional services include a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and electric vehicle charging station. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialties, fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juice are served daily. Prime Location: Located 7.5 mi from Mendrisio Station and 9.9 mi from Swiss Miniatur, the guest house is highly rated for its scenic lakes, excellent breakfast, and convenient location. Nearby attractions include Villa Panza and Mount San Giorgio.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Crib available on request

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • FREE parking!

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Courtney
    United States United States
    “The B&B has a great location right on the lake with easy access by car to amazing hiking areas. The breakfast was generous and included delicious homemade baked items as well as excellent coffee. The host, Ariane, was warm, friendly, and...”
  • Luba
    United States United States
    “Fantastic stay with the best owners!! We were spoiled to excess by the two wonderful owners of this gorgeous B&B! From fantastic and kind service to being spoiled by the best breakfast, this B&B is a true gem! Close to the boat, train and bus...”
  • Lee
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “Charming B and B in a quaint village on Lake Lugano”
  • Tatyana
    Israel Israel
    “The owners treated us very well. The hotel is located near the lake. Excellent breakfast. Comfortable bed.”
  • Mat
    Germany Germany
    “It was a truly special experience. The breakfasts felt like those in a five-star hotel – a variety of cheeses and cold cuts you could reorder, freshly home baked pastries, and all of this included in the price. On top of that, we had access to SUP...”
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Superb location on the lake. Convenient for Tesla supercharger.”
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The most idyllic location imaginable. The rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated. The facilities, including free sup & bike use, were excellent. The owners showed the utmost hospitality during the absolutely divine breakfast. The best hotel...”
  • Renico
    South Africa South Africa
    “Friendly and helpful service! The location was great, great view and restaurant close by.”
  • Maria
    Canada Canada
    “This place deserves infinite stars. There are not enough words to describe this pearl. Quaint little B&B. The hosts are warm and welcoming. The room is clean and spacious and the bed is comfortable. The breakfast is fresh on the spot and very...”
  • Marco
    Italy Italy
    “The location of the B&B is lovely, a small quiet village on the lakeshore. The rooms are clean and well kept, our room had a lakeside view and it made for a beautiful wake up in the morning. They leave your keys in a little safe outside the...”

Managed by Ariane Dorit Polli

Company review score: 10Based on 184 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Ariane Dorit Polli Owner Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne Languages: Schwyzerdütsch, German, Italian, English, French Dolceresio…a place to be free and to discover the authenticity of our region. THE STORY Dolceresio is located in an 18th century building that my parents Dorit and Werner Wälchli bought in 1998. For years I ran my own restaurant business with passion and great satisfaction. I then worked in various sectors, which certainly broadened my horizons. Suddenly the need to return to what I have always loved, the hospitality industry, becomes a priority. Together with my friend Ilaria we found the “Dolceresio Lugano Lake B&B” in 2020. We are two women with opposite but complementary personalities. Dolceresio meets our aspirations and needs to pursue enriching work that makes us happy. Therefore, this isn’t just a B&B, but a project born out of long and funny team working sessions. From 2024 our paths part, but only professionally, because true friendships remain. I am happy to continue running the Dolceresio by gratefully relying on what we have created together, going ahead with a fresh perspective.

Property info

Dolceresio is a little charming B&B on the slopes of Monte San Giorgio (Unesco World Heritage Site) and the Ceresio, better known as Lake Lugano. It is located in Brusino Arsizio, an amazing sun-drenched hamlet in the South of Switzerland. The centre of the village preserves the peculiarities, the houses and the arcades of a historic fishing village. The lakefront location in the heart of the village allows you to experience the most authentic aspects of daily life as well as wonderful spectacles of nature. You will be surprised! Swiss Reliability and Italian Charm: a perfect mix of simple elegance that offers you an easygoing and relaxing stay, emotions that will accompany you when you’ll go back to your everyday routine. The guest and the quality of his time are the mission to which we dedicate our attention in every detail, always with discretion and tactfulness.

Neighborhood info

Dolceresio is situated directly on the quayside. Two steps away: Public beach (Free entrance) Health path in the woods Tennis Court Boat landing stage: boat trips to Morcote, Ponte Tresa (market), Porto Ceresio (markets), Melide (Swissminiatur), Lugano Postbus station Rondello or Funivia Postbus towards Riva San Vitale (baptistery), Capolago (SBB train station, Monte Generoso rack railway), Como Postbus towards Porto Ceresio (train to Milan) Funivia Brusino-Serpiano (Monte San Giorgio, World Heritage site) Wide variety of marked hiking paths and trails

Languages Spoken

German,English,French,Italian

Area info

House rules

Dolceresio Lugano Lake B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
CHF 20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.

Please inform Dolceresio Lugano Lake B&B of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

License number: 874