Name: Hotel San Carlo
Address: Via Nassa 28, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland, Via Nassa 28, Canton of Ticino, 6900, Switzerland
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at € 129 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.7

Hotel San Carlo

Via Nassa 28, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland – Excellent location - show map – Railway access

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Welcome to Hotel San Carlo, a cosy and affordable Garni-Hotel nestled in the heart of Lugano. Our hotel offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere and 20 comfortable rooms, ensuring a peaceful stay for all our guests. Located on the charming Via Nassa, a vibrant pedestrian street filled with boutiques, events, and markets, we provide an ideal base for exploring the best of Lugano. Our prime location places you just steps away from the picturesque lakefront and the convenient funicular to the train station. Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, our hotel offers essential amenities including free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms (except for the Economy Double Rooms with Shared Bathroom), and satellite TV. Additional features like early check-in, late check-out, and luggage storage for a small charge are available to enhance your stay’s convenience. Hotel San Carlo is the perfect choice for travellers seeking comfort and affordability in the bustling centre of Lugano.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Lugano, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Continental

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Availability

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Room type

Number of guests

Standard Double Room

1 double bed

Standard Double Room with Extra Bed

1 single bed

and

1 double bed

Standard Quadruple Room

2 single beds

and

1 double bed

Double Room with Shared Toilet

1 double bed

Double Room

1 large double bed

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.1

Facilities

7.3

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Value for money

7.7

Location

9.6

Free WiFi

8.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ian
United Kingdom
“Very close to lake, middle of town. Close to restaurants and sights.”
Alexander
United States
“Location very convenient, very close to funicular and to lake front.”
Courtney
United States
“We loved the location of this hotel and the friendliness of the staff! The staff were available to answer all of our questions. The room was cozy and clean! The location was in the heart of everything, so we could easily walk to many restaurants,...”
Karlo
Serbia
“Extremely useful tips at the hotel reception. Location in the most beautiful street of Lugano. Although the hotel is modest, it provides a pleasant stay.”
Fayda-clara
Netherlands
“The location is super. the staff was helpful and nice - giving good recommendations”
Daniela
Romania
“We were pleasantly surprised by a complimentary upgrade. The location is excellent, and the receptionist was exceptionally kind. The room was spotless. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay.”
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Corey
United States
“Location was great, right in the middle of the city, price was reasonable. Easy access to room with elevator.”
Jawaher
Saudi Arabia
“It was very near from the station,market and the lake”
Robert
United Kingdom
“Very good location near lake, city centre and funicular from the station. Friendly staff. They were helpful in obtaining non-feather pillows and bedding as my wife is asthmatic. Generally comfortable with effective ceiling fan.”
Vidiya
South Africa
“It was centrally located and had easy access to the funicular to reach the train station. Also a short walk to shops and ferry station.”

Managed by Hotel San Carlo SA

Company review score: 9.1Based on 2,679 reviews from 3 properties

3 managed properties

Property information

Be amazed by the beauties of Lugano by staying in the heart of the historic center, in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The hotel provides 20 comfortable rooms, from single, double, triple to family rooms, with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi service. A delicious buffet breakfast is served daily.

Languages spoken

German,English,Spanish,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hotel San Carlo

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Hotel San Carlo takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Cot upon request

CHF 5 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-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.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel San Carlo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: Lear 236

Check-in at Hotel San Carlo is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
Guests staying at Hotel San Carlo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.0).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
Hotel San Carlo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
Room options at Hotel San Carlo include:
- Double
- Triple
- Family
The prices at Hotel San Carlo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Hotel San Carlo is 250 yards from the centre of Lugano. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.