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The best cheap hotels in Lugano

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,961 reviews

    The Hotel Acquarello is located in the Old Town of Lugano, right at the lower terminus of the funicular connecting the centre to the main railway station.

    From US$238.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

    TALEDA Apartments - Modern Apartments & Self Checkin in the Old Town offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Lugano, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a...

    From US$191.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,885 reviews

    Situated on the lake promenade near the traffic-free centre of Lugano, Hotel Walter Au Lac offers you rooms with superb lake views. WiFi is free of charge. All air-conditioned rooms are renovated.

    From US$307 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews

    Set in the centre of Lugano, 1.3 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 600 metres from Lugano Station, San Carlo Luxury Apartments offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    From US$275.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,157 reviews

    The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 200 metres from the Lugano train station.

    From US$175.43 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Offering garden views, Imperial of Lugano 4 with a lake view behind the station and 10 min from the lake is an accommodation set in Lugano, 2.8 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 8.4 km from Swiss...

    From US$613.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Offering garden views, Imperial of Lugano 2 with a lake view and garden behind the station and 10 min from the lake of Lugano is an accommodation situated in Lugano, 1.8 km from Exhibition Center...

    From US$536.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Lugano, 1.4 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, San Carlo Suite features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From US$330.81 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Lugano and nearby

  • Gotthard House

    Lugano
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Gotthard House, a property with a garden, is situated in Lugano, 1.7 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, 8 km from Swiss Miniatur, as well as 19 km from Mendrisio Station.

    From US$201.18 per night

  • Boutique Homes

    Lugano
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

    Located in Lugano, less than 1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano, Boutique Homes provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. It is situated 700 metres from Lugano Station and features a lift.

    From US$291.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

    Offering a terrace and lake view, Live Lugano - Via Massagno is situated in Lugano, 700 metres from Lugano Station and 1.9 km from Exhibition Center Lugano.

    From US$296.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,900 reviews

    Set within the centre of Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi is only 150 metres away from the shores of Lake Lugano. Free Wi-Fi is available.

    From US$184.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,461 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Exhibition Center Lugano and 1.2 km of Lugano Station in Lugano, VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano - contactless check-in provides accommodation with seating area and a kitchenette.

    From US$231.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Offering city views, Studio Besso 31 by Quokka 360 - flat 10 minutes from the railway station is an accommodation set in Lugano, 3.1 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 8.7 km from Swiss Miniatur.

    From US$199.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Located in Lugano and only 1.1 km from Lugano Station, Duplex in casa rurale con cortile privato provides accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$196.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

    Located in Lugano within 200 metres of Exhibition Center Lugano and 1.6 km of Lugano Station, Lido Apartments by Quokka 360 - 5 min from the centre and the Lugano Lido provides rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$271.86 per night

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  • Hotel City Lugano

    Lugano
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 717 reviews

    Located 800 metres from the Lugano Exhibition Centre and 1 km from the lake, Hotel City Lugano is a modern, non-smoking building with stylish and air-conditioned rooms.

    From US$250.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews

    Established in 1887, the 5-star Splendide Royal with its turn-of-the-century character is Lugano's most fashionable hotel, located on Lugano's lakeside main street.

    From US$469.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,613 reviews

    Hotel Admiral Lugano is located in the Paradiso neighbourhood, within walking distance from the shores of Lake Lugano and the San Salvatore funicular station.

    From US$218.03 per night

  • Residenza Du Lac

    Paradiso
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Residenza Du Lac offers accommodation with a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace, around 2.8 km from Lugano Station.

    From US$378.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews

    Set in Lugano and with Exhibition Center Lugano reachable within 1.7 km, Hotel Locanda Castagnola offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    From US$237.84 per night

  • Hotel Colibrì

    Lugano
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,041 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Colibrì is located in Lugano, a 10-minute drive from the lake. Free WiFi access is available.

    From US$180.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

    Located in Porza, Locanda della Masseria a Porza, Lugano features a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$142.85 per night

  • Garni Molinazzo

    Agno
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

    Located just 5.1 km from Lugano Station, Garni Molinazzo provides accommodation in Agno with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as bicycle parking.

    From US$169.16 per night

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  • Hotel&Hostel Montarina

    Cheap hotel in Lugano
    Avg. price/night: US$175.43
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,157 reviews
    + Cheap price (for the Swiss standards) + Nice helpful staff + Good location, closed to the train station, and beautiful garden. + Free swimming pool
    Guest review by
    Fernando
    Family with young children

  • Star of Lugano - Happy Rentals

    Cheap hotel in Lugano
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
    Great location with all the amenities you need for a family. It has a washing machine and dryer which makes a longer stay easy. The apartment was very clean, with two rooms and bathrooms which is ideal for a family. It is also in the heart of Lugano, only a street back from the lake.
    Guest review by
    Christian
    Family with young children