Hotel San Carlo

Via Nassa 28, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland – Excellent location – show map – Train Access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>2116</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Hotel San Carlo

Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
2,116 reviews

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Welcome to Hotel San Carlo, a cozy 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 travelers seeking comfort and affordability in the bustling center of Lugano.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located 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
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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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
8.2
High score for Lugano
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Diane
    United States of America United States of America
    “The staff were all nice and the location couldn't be better. It is so close to the funicular that it is even easy if you have luggage.”
  • Rose
    Hungary Hungary
    “The location is the main attraction. It's very close to the Lugano city centre. Very near to the Lugano lake. If you are a practising christian, the San Carlo church is next door where there is daily holy mass every day at 12.10 pm. The rooms are...”
  • Andrew
    United States of America United States of America
    “Location was awesome! Felt comfortable and safe for a solo traveler.”

Hosted by Naveen

9.1
9.1
Host Review Score
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Naveen
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

Area info

Amenities of Hotel San Carlo

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Free toiletries
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Property practices

This property told us they've 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 ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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 5 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
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
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.

Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 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.

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

License number: Lear 236

FAQs about Hotel San Carlo

  • Check-in at Hotel San Carlo is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Hotel San Carlo include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family

  • Guests staying at Hotel San Carlo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Hotel San Carlo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Hotel San Carlo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Hotel San Carlo is 800 feet from the center of Lugano. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.