Hotel Walter Au Lac

Hotels
8.7 (2518 reviews)
Piazza Rezzonico 7 , Lugano , ch

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Some reviews mentioned room cleanliness issues and an outdated structure.
Service
9.6
Numerous positive mentions of friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.64
Frequent mentions of an excellent location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.59
Mixed reviews with comments on bed comfort and decor needing updates.
Amenities
8.62
Some amenities were noted, but several guests wanted a restaurant/bar.
Value for Money
7.58
Complaints about pricing not matching the quality and value offered.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Breakfast was appreciated but noted to be somewhat limited after a few days.
Overall Experience
9.3
Generally positive experiences with notable highlights on location and staff quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 23:37

Property Description

Stunning Lake Views
Hotel Walter Au Lac, located on the serene lake promenade in Lugano, boasts rooms with breathtaking lake views. All rooms are newly renovated and come with complimentary WiFi.

Terrace with Panoramic Views
Enjoy the beauty of Lugano from the hotel's 5th-floor panoramic terrace. Unwind with a refreshing shower, soak up the sun on comfortable sunbeds, and use beach towels provided by the hotel.

Convenient Location
Explore Lugano hassle-free as the funicular, car parks, pier, post office, shops, theaters, and cinemas are all within walking distance from the hotel. Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Hotel Walter Au Lac.

Important information:

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.Please inform 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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: LUG

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for CHF 20 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for CHF 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2518 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 7.58
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 9.3
J
Jun solo_traveller us
10
Love this hotel
Pros:

Good location to all the attractions around the city, balcony view is gorgeous. The staffs were really nice.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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ALEJANDRA Martínez Glz solo_traveller mx
10
Pros:

La vista....y la habitación perfecta para dormir agusto.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
S
Sami couple sa
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
U
Ulysse solo_traveller ch
10
Parfait
Pros:

Parfait. Un vrai hôtel familial avec un accueil chaleureux, un charme suranné mais modernisé et une vue incroyablement

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
E
Egle couple ch
9
Schönes renoviertes Altbauhotel mit modernen Zimmern an toller Lage mit wunderschönen Seeblick, zu empfehlen:)
Pros:

Lage, grosses Zimmer, grosses Badezimmer, sehr schöner Balkon mit Seeblick, sehr schöner Frühstücksraum.

Cons:

Klimaanlage hat nicht funktioniert, Kaffee beim Frühstück könnte besser sein.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
N
Nirbhay couple us
9
Memorable - in a good way!
Pros:

Fantastic location. Room with a view! Air conditioning was great given the extreme heat. Staff was attentive. Breakfast was above average and included. Room and bathroom were clean. Towels were clean and replaced daily. Room was a bit small, but overall we would probably stay there again!

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
T
Timothy solo_traveller us
10
I would go back in a heartbeat!
Pros:

This was our second time here and it is one of my favorite hotels in Switzerland. I loved the balcony overlooking the lake. The corner room was lovely with a nice breeze. Breakfast was delicious and the wait staff are friendly. The location is really ideal with proximity to easy public transport, restaurants, the museum, and the boat dock for day trips to Morcote and Gandria.

Cons:

A very small suggestion would be a bit more space between tables at breakfast.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
M
Mustafa Alsbaai solo_traveller ly
10
Pros:

Thank you .all it was wonderful .

Cons:

Nothing at all .

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
J
Jason family_with_children us
9
Classic hotel with beautiful views and an unbeatable location.
Pros:

Great location with beautiful views. Nice, comfortable rooms. Has a great, classic feel.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
B
Bartoccioni solo_traveller it
10
Ottimo peccato era corto
Pros:

Ottimo hotel con vista stupenda sul lago

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
C
Clifford family_with_children us
10
Everything about the hotel was wonderful
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
B
Baliacas family_with_children ch
10
Très agréable séjour !
Pros:

Très sympathique accueil, personnel très gentil et serviable notamment avec un enfant en bas âge.

Cons:

C'était un court séjour, je n'ai donc pas de point négatif à signaler.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
J
Jens solo_traveller se
10
Pros:

Mycket trevlig personal, både i receptionen och i köket. Bra frukost, jättebra Air Conditioning.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
G
ghering solo_traveller us
10
So close to the train station, restaurants and everything you need in Lugano.
Pros:

Great location. Attentive staff.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
O
Olgert couple al
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
L
Louis solo_traveller ch
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
M
Mohammed couple sa
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
R
Richard couple ch
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
K
Keith solo_traveller ch
9
Wonderful location in a proper hotel
Pros:

Our small room was comfortable and opened to a patio with a wonderful lake view. You could not have asked for more. The staff was very helpful with everything. The morning breakfast had an Asiatic feel but good. Can not beat this location.

Cons:

Room was small but there was nothing else not to like. The views of the lake are amazing.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
E
Evelyne couple ca
9
Belle expérience avec belle météo très chaude
Pros:

La belle vue sur le lac depuis le balcon. Le climatiseur dans chaque chambre étant donné la chaleur extérieure extrême lors de notre séjour. On avait deux chambres séparées avec salle de bain commune ce qui répondait bien à nos besoins. Le petit réfrigérateur dans une des chambres.

Cons:

Le bain avec douche téléphone était très étroit et le fond arrondi ce qui était un peu déséquilibrant.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee