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International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura

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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Classic Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Free daily full breakfast
Reception hall
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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Via Nassa 68, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Popular LocationVia Nassa1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLAC Lugano Arte e Cultura2 min walk
  • Popular LocationPalazzo dei Congressi13 min walk
  • AirportLugano (LUG-Agno)12 min drive

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Triple Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room, City View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 248 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy Family Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Panoramic Single Room | Balcony

Panoramic Single Room

9.1/10 Wonderful
  • 161 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lugano

City center stay.With a stay at this Lugano City-Centre hotel, you'll be steps from LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland. Also, San Lorenzo Cathedral is within half a mile (1 km) and Palazzo dei Congressi is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 1 min walk
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 2 min walk
  • San Lorenzo Cathedral - 8 min walk
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 13 min walk
  • Lungolago - 13 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

3-star historic hotel near LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 592 square feet (55 square meters) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Lugano hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 592 sq ft of conference space
  • 55 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1906
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel offers 76 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.40 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CHF 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars and is displayed on this page as 3 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel to the airport?

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel is 3.6 mi (12-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel on Jun 16, 2024 start from $208.4, excluding 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.

Does International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel.

How close is International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.7 mi (12-min drive) from Lido di Campione and 10.4 mi (35-min drive) from Panama Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel offer free breakfast?

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Lugano (9-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (13-min drive) are nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 20 per night.

Does International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel have a pool?

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access starts at 8:00 AM.

Does International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel to downtown Lugano?

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Lugano.

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 435 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Top class hotel in a great spot
The hotel is well positioned along the waterfront and within easy walking distance from the station (using the funicular to come down/up the hill). It has enormous charm and wonderful gardens. The room was terrific and breakfast was a great experience. Overall a wonderful stay in a top class hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

chad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed two nights and it was a fantastic place to stay! We loved having drinks on the front patio looking at the lake in the evening. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. The best thing was the wonderful breakfast including eggs, ham, cheeses, yogurt, cereal and fresh bread and croissants. It was all very delicious and filling! Next time we are in Lucerne we are definitely going to stay here! Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The room was very hot and we could not get it to cool with AC or windows open. It’s a beautiful hotel with very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

caryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Ned

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
First the good—the hotel’s location is fantastic! Easy access to transportation, shopping and restaurants. The bed was comfortable and the room was quiet and had A/C. The bathroom was tiny and there is very little room for toiletries if more than one person is staying in the room. Only after we commented on the lack of coffee service did one show up (the next morning) and the hotel does not provide any additional amenities such as bottled water, shampoo/conditioner, etc. If you are simply looking for a place to sleep and not concerned with any of the rest, this is an okay place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Arianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Aircon was an absolute winner. Great pool and services. Loved the self service bar for cold drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lap, Doncaster

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice swimming pool with sunset bar. Very friendly staff provide all require information for the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Donna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023