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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Hotel Besso Lugano Center in Lugano offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and balconies. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, a lift, concierge service, and bicycle parking. The hotel is pet-friendly and provides paid on-site private parking. Dining Options: A continental buffet breakfast is served with juice, cheese, and fruits. Additional amenities include a balcony with city views, a work desk, and a TV. Prime Location: Located a 5-minute walk from Lugano Station and 2 km from Exhibition Center Lugano. Nearby attractions include Swiss Miniatur (8 km) and Mount San Giorgio (32 km). Public transport options are highly appreciated.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vanoogopaul
South Africa
“The location was perfect for a weekend away. The staff was friendly and helpful👌🏽” - Oliver
Italy
“Location just a few meters from the station. The view from the balcony is beautiful.” - Fiona
Australia
“Close to old town, basic but comfortable. Great to have a kitchen for longer stays.” - Kevin
New Zealand
“Location is handy to the railway station, and there's a bus stop right outside. Breakfast is okay but charged separately” - Luis
Canada
“Location close to the train station is very convenient.” - Aminam
Switzerland
“Perfect Location. Clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast.” - Ashley
Netherlands
“Staff really friendly! Location across the train station, makes it really easy.” - Simon
Australia
“Great location near Lugano train Stn & cable car at Stn down to near lake front . Spacious bedroom /comfortable bed & spacious bathroom , pleasant helpful Staff. They offered free train/bus card for duration of my stay.” - Gözde
Switzerland
“Staff was very helpful. The location was excellent (3-5 minutes to the train station).” - Helena
South Africa
“The hotel is located near the Lugano train and bus station, making travel easy. The staff were friendly and very helpful and helped as to get the Ticino card upon arrival at the hotel.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please inform the hotel, if you want to check-in after 20:00.Air conditioning is available in the rooms at an additional charge. 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
License number: LEAR 210