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About this property

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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the real heart of Lugano, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!


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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jack
    United States United States
    Great property located in the heart of Lugano. Walking distance from the train station. I was able to check in early. Friendly staff. Great place if you are planning on staying in Lugano.
  • Patrick
    United States United States
    Great location with a grocery store next door. Only a few steps from the lake. Everything was great, but the room was a little small, with the sink in the room. The sink dispenser was out of soap. The shower was very nice. The bed was comfortable....
  • Roberta
    United States United States
    The location was excellent - and the staff was personable, friendly and extremely helpful in guiding towards things to do in the Lugano area. Not fancy but perfect for my needs - a comfy bed and shower…
  • Von
    United States United States
    Awesome apartment! Awesome dude at the desk that helped us out, I didn't catch his name, but we sure loved Lugano!
  • Victor
    United States United States
    Good hotel close to the lake. Got a friendly reception when we checked in. We did check-in in advance using the link sent by the hotel, where passports and other information were uploaded beforehand (I believe contactless check-in was available...
  • Elena
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The staff at the reception was very friendly, helpful and always smiling. The room was very clean and warm and the bed and pillows were very comfortable. The hotel is located in the center of the square where you have everything around you.
  • Wayde
    United States United States
    This is a very well located hotel, very clean, quiet, and comfortable. The service is impeccable, friendly, and courteous.
  • Hollis
    United States United States
    The staff and location were great and the bed was clean and comfortable.
  • Simona
    Australia Australia
    The location was great, in the heart of Lugano Center, with many bars and restaurants nearby. The receptionist was very nice and helpful. I took a budget room, which was essential but still very cozy. Definitely a good value for money.
  • Deshan
    Italy Italy
    The location is perfect and easy access to the city view.

Managed by Hotel San Carlo SA

Company review score: 8.9Based on 2,652 reviews from 3 properties
3 managed properties

Property info

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

House rules

Hotel San Carlo takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 AM to 11:30 PM
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 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation 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 15 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 15 per stay

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

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