International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

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Top 3 Star Hotels
8.9 (1270 reviews)
Via Nassa 68 - Piazza Luini , Lugano , CH
+41 91 922 75 41

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Room size
Noise from Lobby Bar

Categories

Cleanliness
8.71
Generally clean and well-maintained as per guest feedback.
Service
9.38
Friendly and accommodating staff highlighted in multiple reviews.
Location
9.22
Great location with convenient access to attractions and the lake.
Room Quality
8.17
Some reviews noted the rooms are small or outdated.
Amenities
8.7
Various amenities including breakfast and parking available.
Value for Money
8.66
Good perceived value relative to price, as stated by guests.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Excellent breakfast options mentioned by several guests.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall positive experiences reported with intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:22

Property Description

Lakefront Location
Experience the charm of Lake Lugano at the 3-star superior International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, a garden with an outdoor pool, and free WiFi.

Convenient Amenities
Relax at the lobby bar with complimentary internet access and ethernet connection. Take advantage of the private underground car park for a hassle-free stay.

Historic Charm
Immerse yourself in the hotel's 100-year history showcased through an exhibition. Explore the nearby Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli with its iconic fresco.

Book now to indulge in a lakeside retreat at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel.

Important information:

The hotel is accessible by wheelchair, except the swimming pool and the garden, as they are only accessible via several steps.Pets are not permitted in the restaurant, in the garden or around the swimming pool.Baby beds are available on request. 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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Oct 25, 2026 until Wed, Mar 24, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LUG

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1270 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.71
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Georg • solo_traveller • ch
8
Kurzaufenthalt in Lugano
Pros:

Die Lage ist sehr gut, nahe am Zentrum und direkt am See. Das Zentrum ist gut zu Fuss erreichbar. Das Hotel hat eine eigene Tiefgarage. Das Frühstück kann ich nicht beurteilen, da ich schon sehr früh abreiste. Allerdings wurde mir ein Lunch Paket angeboten. Gerne werde ich das Hotel wieder buchen.

Cons:

Gebucht hatte ich ein Einzelzimmer und damit war klar, dass es kein grosses sein würde.Das Zimmer war dann aber schon etwas klein. Allerdings für eine Nacht ausreichend und es hat einen kleinen Balkon.

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Mirja • family_with_children • ch
9
Really nice staff and very comfortable homely place in a superb location
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Matthieu • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Maria Emilia • couple • br
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Pablo • couple • uy
10
Pros:

Ubicación excelente frente al lago.
Desayuno muy completo. Impecable.
La habitación nos encantó. Grande, elegante.
Otra cosa que nos encantó es el piso 1, con cafés, tes, con lugares muy lindos y con vistas al lago para leer, o estar tranquilo y pasar bien el rato.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Hryhorii • couple • ua
10
Готель, в який хочеться повертатись
Pros:

Чудовий готель з історією. Проживали в номері з видом на озеро - кожен день починався з неймовірної картинки. Місце розташування ідеальне. Були в осінній період - то не вийшло скористатись басейном, але територія на задньому дворику з власним басейном - дуже затишна.
Дуже привітний персонал.

Cons:

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2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Seeviaggio • couple • de
10
Einmalig!
Pros:

Der Pool im Garten. Es war schon dunkel, die Lichter schon aus. Und man hat sie für uns noch einmal angemacht. Traumhaft!

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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RODRIGO • family_with_children • br
9
Excelente
Pros:

Quarto com bom tamanho e bom banheiro. O café da manhã é sensacional. Edifício antigo, mas com vista muito bonita para o lago. Cama muito confortável. Bem localizado, ônibus passa na porta para seguir para a estação de trem (vale pegar o ônibus, pois, apesar da pouca distância para a estação central, há uma subida/descida bem íngreme). A poucos minutos a pé do centro da cidade. Tem piscina, que é muito bonita.

Cons:

Elevador um pouco apertado.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Posizione eccellente, personale estremamente cortese, garage interno

Cons:

Struttura un po' datata, ma pulita e ben tenuta

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Markus • couple • de
9
Pros:

Die Lage ist einzigartig. Die hoteleigene Tiefgarage ist optimal, da ansonsten die Parkplatzsuche schwierig wäre. Das Personal war sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Das Frühstück war leider nur durchschnittlich.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Màire Brigid • couple • ch
9
We just spent 4 days and found everything so convenient and the breakfast just a perfect delice every thing so fresh and
Pros:

It’s a hotel full of history and wonderful work of architecture , situated in the middle of everything

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • solo_traveller • ch
8
Alles okay
Pros:

Lage, Gebäude

Cons:

Sieht aus wie ein 5-Sterne-Hotel, hat aber Service Level eines Capsule Hotels (z.B. Self Service Bar ohne Barkeeper)

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • family_with_children • ch
10
Pros:

Très bel hôtel, vue exceptionnelle sur le lac. Très belle chambre, spacieuse et lit très confortable. Magnifique salon partagé avec de très beaux fauteuils et canapés. Excellent effort de conservation des archives et anciens objets, visibles dans de belles "pièces musées". Beau jardin à l'arrière. Je recommande fortement !

Cons:

Le choix du petit déjeuner est très vaste, avec beaucoup de fruits, et sélection de plats chauds très appréciés, mais les viennoiseries pourraient être meilleures toutefois (e.g. de "vrais" croissants ou pains au chocolat seraient bienvenus).

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Liliana • couple • ar
10
Pros:

La ubicación, el hotel todo y la amabilidad de sus empleados, siempre al servicio

Cons:

Nada

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Oleksandr • couple • no
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Dimitris • family_with_children • ch
10
Vere well renovated facility. Super friendly staff. Excellent location.
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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heli • solo_traveller • fi
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Françoise • extended_group • ch
10
Tout a été ok
Pros:

Tout était ol

Cons:

Rien

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee