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International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

3.0 star property
Immerse yourself in lake views and Italian charm with an arcade game or lounge by the pool.

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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View
Interior detail
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €200
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr

Room options

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Classic Double Room, City View

Classic Double Room, City View

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 21.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Family Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Panoramic Single Room | Balcony

Panoramic Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Via Nassa 68, Lugano, TI, 6900

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 1 min walk
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 2 min walk
  • MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland - 2 min walk
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 13 min walk
  • Lugano Exhibition Centre - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Lugano Funicular Station - 10 min walk
  • Lugano Station - 12 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spaghetti Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante-pizzeria Mary - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Agua Lugano - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Argentino - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Burger-King - ‬6 min walk

About this property

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

Historic hotel near LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
Located close to MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and San Lorenzo Cathedral, International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and tour/ticket information
  • Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and a water dispenser
  • Concierge services, a porter/bellboy and a vegetable garden
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 76 rooms have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Blackout curtains and window screens
  • LED light bulbs, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (CHF 25 per night)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (CHF 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 592 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CHF 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night
  • Destination fee: CHF1.25 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: CHF 20 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 25 per night (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out fee: CHF 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel on 4 Apr 2025 start from €188.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel?

Self-parking is available for CHF 20 per night.

What time is check-in at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for CHF 20 (subject to availability).

Where is International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel located?

Located in Lugano City-Centre, this historic hotel is steps away from LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland. San Lorenzo Cathedral and Palazzo dei Congressi are also within 15 minutes. Lugano Funicular Station is 10 minutes by foot and Lugano Station is 12 minutes.

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 474 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Excellent classic hotel on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

An excellent, professionally managed hotel in the center of a beautiful landscape.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

We enjoyed our stay in Lugano!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Beautiful property, centrally located for exploring. Beautiful rooms, incredibly tidy and clean, breakfast options were massive and the staff were friendly, helpful and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

We would highly recommend this hotel. It is perfectly located, clean, and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast and staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Nice Hotel, upscale , easy parking, great breakfast, AC, close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Great place and area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Great location, affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Lovely well maintaines traditional hotel. Great pool atea. Excellent breakfast. Interesting parking Well located
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Lovely hotel in spectacular location on lake Lugano. Art center, historic sites, restaurants, and shopping within easy walking distance. Hotel breakfast, pool, and common areas were exceptional and staff were super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Great property! Great service! Comprehensive breakfast. Very comfortable room. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aneesh

Classic charm, high ceilings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Gorgeous views from this lake front property! Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Very nice breakfast included. Balcony was perfect to take in the views. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Amazing classic style spot, right on the lake, and in the middle of almost countless high end retail shops, and dinner options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Perfect stay!
Friendly and helpful staff, great location and newly renovated room with a fantastic view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Wonderful, spacious room with a lovely lake view. Bed was extremely comfotable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Lovely historic hotel in the centre of Lugano, lots of character and history and the room overlooking the lake was fabulous. Definitely a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael

A great place to stay. Would love to come back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Perfection !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lap

Great location, nice swimming pool with sunset bar. Very friendly staff provide all require information for the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Phenomenal stay. Booked last minute having never been to Lugano or really knowing anything about the city. Lucked out by staying at this amazing hotel. Room was perfect. Staff were absolutely lovely and kind and helpful. Patio drinks were so good. Self service bar is a great idea. Location cannot be beat if you are traveling by train since it is only a short walk from and to the station. We loved our stay and would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Unfortunately we only stayed at this beautiful hotel for 1 night. The Hotel is conveniently located on the tip of the plaza and across the road from the lake. There are many restaurants within walking distance. Our room was very clean and the bed comfortable however, the pillows were very soft. Breakfast was fantastic with a wide selection.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

TAK YEE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It seems to be a very old hotel, but very classic. The outlook, public area and dining area are well maintained. I’d suggest that the room needs to be renovated as it looks a bit shabby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024