1,841 reviews
From
$179Piazza Rezzonico 7, Lugano, 6900, Switzerland
1,841 reviews
1/61
From
$179Free wifi
Air conditioning
Beach chairs/Loungers
24-hour front desk
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Landmark view
Welcome to Hotel Walter Au Lac, a charming 3-star hotel located in the heart of Lugano, Switzerland. Our hotel is just a short walk of 0.7mi to the city center, offering easy access to the vibrant streets and attractions of this picturesque city.
With over 1841 reviews, Hotel Walter Au Lac has become a trusted choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience. Starting from just $179, our hotel offers affordable accommodation with a range of amenities to enhance your stay. Wake up to a delicious breakfast each morning and take advantage of our free WiFi, 24-hour front desk, and pet-friendly policy. Enjoy the stunning lake view from our sun deck or relax in the hot tub after a day of exploring the city.
Our guest rooms are designed with your comfort in mind, featuring air conditioning, free toiletries, and private bathrooms. In addition, our hotel offers a restaurant, terrace, and live music performances to add that extra touch of enjoyment to your stay. With a great location, excellent reviews, and a wealth of amenities, Hotel Walter Au Lac is the perfect choice for your stay in Lugano.
Indulge in a culinary delight at Hotel Walter Au Lac's on-site restaurant, Spaghetti Store. With a family-friendly and modern ambiance, this Italian eatery offers a delectable menu that will satisfy your taste buds. From traditional pasta dishes to mouthwatering pizzas, you can enjoy a variety of authentic Italian cuisines without having to venture far from your room.
At Hotel Walter Au Lac, we understand the importance of convenience when it comes to payment options. That's why we accept cash and a wide range of payment methods, including American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa, JCB, Discover, Maestro, EC-Card, and UnionPay. Whether you prefer to pay with your credit card or in cash, we have you covered.
Choose from a selection of beautifully designed rooms that offer stunning lake views at Hotel Walter Au Lac. Our Two Connecting Single Rooms with Lake View and Balcony are perfect for families, accommodating two adults and one child. For those seeking a premium experience, our Premium Twin Rooms with Lake View provide a spacious and comfortable stay. If you're looking for a touch of luxury, our Executive Double Rooms with Lake View and Balcony offer a tranquil retreat. Families can also enjoy our spacious Family Rooms with Lake View, accommodating three adults and two children. With a variety of room types to choose from, we ensure that your stay with us is tailored to your preferences and needs.
With its prime location, delightful restaurant, and comfortable rooms, Hotel Walter Au Lac eagerly awaits the opportunity to host your stay in Lugano. Whether you're here to explore the vibrant city center or simply relax on our sun deck, our hotel provides the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for your Swiss getaway. Book your stay with us today and experience the charm of Hotel Walter Au Lac for yourself.
Closest airports
Lugano Airport
1.9miMilano Malpensa Airport
28.3miMilano Linate Airport
40.7miIl Caravaggio International Airport
42.8miFree wifi
Air conditioning
Beach chairs/Loungers
24-hour front desk
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Landmark view
Elevator
Restaurant
Sun deck
View
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Terrace
Balcony
Hypoallergenic
Bidet
Soundproof
Bathtub
Private Bathroom
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Executive Family, 4 Bed, Lake View
400 sqft
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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The air-conditioned suite features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This suite has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV, lake views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 4 beds.
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Connecting, Single, Lake View, Balcony
300 sqft
Balcony
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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This family room consists of two rooms with one entrance and a connecting door.
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Connecting, 2 Twin, Lake View, Balcony
2 Twin Beds
300 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Enjoy the breathtaking lake view from your private balcony in our Two Connecting Single Rooms. With a spacious size of 301 sqft, these non-smoking rooms are perfect for a family of three, featuring twin beds and modern amenities such as a bathtub, flat-screen TV, and minibar.
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Premium, 2 Twin, Lake View
2 Twin Beds
270 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Minibar
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Experience the ultimate comfort and relaxation in our Premium Twin Room with breathtaking lake views. Indulge in the spaciousness of 269 sqft and enjoy modern amenities such as a private bathroom with a bathtub, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV. This room is perfect for couples or a small family retreat.
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Executive, Queen/Twin, Lake View, Balcony
1 Queen Size Bed
2 Twin Beds
195 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Terrace
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Experience ultimate comfort and breathtaking lake views in our spacious Executive Double Room with a private balcony. Featuring a Queen size bed, Twin beds, and modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and minibar, this room is perfect for a relaxing getaway for two adults and one child.
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Room With Lake View, Balcony
Balcony
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Suite, 2 Bedroom, Lake View, Terrace
2 Sofa Beds
4 Twin Beds
485 sqft
Lake view
Landmark view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Enjoy stunning views of the lake and surrounding landmarks from your private terrace in our Two-Bedroom Suite. This spacious suite is perfect for families, accommodating up to 6 adults and 4 children, and features a bathtub, minibar, and flat-screen TV.
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Family, 3 Twin, Lake View
3 Twin Beds
375 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
x3
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Experience the ultimate family getaway in our spacious Family Room with Lake View, offering stunning views, modern amenities, and comfortable accommodation for up to 3 adults and 2 children. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, minibar, flat-screen TV, and more, while basking in the beauty of the lake just outside your window.
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Single Room, Lake View, Balcony
1 Twin Bed
150 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Indulge in a serene retreat with our Single Room offering breathtaking lake views and a private balcony. With a cozy twin bed, flat-screen TV, and modern amenities like air conditioning and a minibar, enjoy a tranquil escape in ultimate comfort.
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Premium, Lake View, Balcony
2 Twin Beds
270 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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The twin room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Double Room, Lake View
160 sqft
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Air-conditioned room overlooking the lake, with satellite TV, a mini-bar and a tea/coffee maker. A private bathroom is fitted with a bath tub or a shower and a hairdryer. Please note that extra beds are not available in this room type.
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Premium, Twin, Lake View
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Queen Room, Lake View
1 Queen Size Bed
160 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Minibar
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Enjoy a stunning lake view from our Double Room with Lake View, featuring a queen size bed, private bathroom with a bathtub, and a minibar. Stay comfortable and relaxed with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries, making your stay truly memorable.
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Executive, Lake View, Balcony
195 sqft
Balcony
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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This air-conditioned twin room is fitted with modern furniture and features a balcony and mini-bar. A private bathroom is fitted with a bath tub or a shower and a hairdryer.
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Small, Single, Lake View
1 Twin Bed
130 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
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Experience the serenity of a lakefront getaway in our cozy Single Room with a breathtaking lake view. Rest comfortably in a Twin bed and enjoy modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Peaceful and tranquil, this room is perfect for solo travelers seeking a peaceful retreat.
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Executive Family, Lake View
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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8.5
1,841 reviewsFrom
$179Categories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
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Kathleen
8.2
8.2
Lakefront property. Smiling welcoming reception and breakfast staff. Balcony with table and chairs. Kettle! Terrace at top of hotel for viewing lake. Visitors arriving by train: the central station is above the lake on a steep hillside. There is a new funicular at the train station to take you up and down the hill from the old town. When you arrive at the bottom look for the charcuterie with hanging sausages. Then turn right and walk along this narrow street until you see a sign for the hotel. Otherwise there are many many stairs down to the hotel.
No complaints.
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Mihaela-dana
8.2
8.2
The location was excellent and the lake view from my room was fantastic. There were many shops and restaurants in the nearby, the boat station was very close to the hotel. The hotel was right in the city center. The room was not large, but was enough for me and clean. The breakfast was good and the breakfast room had a nice view to the lake. The staff was polite and helpfull, but I didn t receive the guest card from the reception when I arrived.
The hotel staff didn t give me the guest card when I arrived and I was asked about the card during my train trip to Locarno that should have been free. I showed a paper that I found in the room, but it was not the guest card. I could have paid a fee, but the train control understood the situation. The hotel staff said that I had to ask for the card. From this hotel I moved to another hotel in Lugano, few minutes walking close, for another days. In that second hotel I got the guest card when I arrived, before going to the room. So, it was not my mistake at the hotel Walter au Lac, especially that I found a paper with all informations about the guest card in my room.
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Mackenzie
10
10
Fantastic view over the lake, along the promenade, central to all the activities Friendly staff
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Anne
10
10
Check in was easy. Breakfast was delicious. The people who work here act like they really enjoy their work. The hotel is right on the lake -stunning views from our room. The room is very comfortable . Very close to shopping, lake cruise, train station. There is a sitting room, with coffee or tea available to be made. A printer is also available. It is very nice to have the Ticino Card (available on request) for free travel on ticino trains ( to Bellinzona, Locarno) and the funiculare to the train station.
There is a bus stop right outside, where there are a lot of people taking a smoke- smoke drifts up into the room occasionally. The hotel can not help this, but it happens.
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Greg
8.2
8.2
great location close to the train station, ferries, restaurants useable balcony overlooking the water
narrow shower floor, difficult to be comfortable in it
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Tanya
10
10
I had an amazing room with a wonderful view over Lake Lugano. It could not have been more perfect. The hotel was very clean, the air-conditioning was perfect, on the very hot nights that I was there, but the room also had a lovely balcony with a nice cool breeze. The view was beyond superb. The front desk and breakfast staff were excellent, and the breakfast was one of the best I have ever had at a hotel, a wonderful variety to please every nationality of visitor. The hotel was wonderfully decorated. It was truly an excellent experience.
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Boris
10
10
Perfect location in the center of Lugano, everything in walkable distance. Considering the property has more than 130 years of history, it's well maintained. Rooms spacious enough if you don't spend the whole day there. Bathroom clean and spacious. Breakfast with everything you need the start of the day. Crew very polite, attentive. Jacuzzi was not working because it was November already, could imagine this to be a perfect addition to our stay. We had 2 excellent days in Lugano. Thank you Walter Au Lac. Bottom line: I've read the reviews here complaining about the street noise: It's a hotel at a lake with a street on a lake shore. What do you expect, a road closure for the whole night? Some complain about small choice for breakfast? Seriously?
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Ashish
10
10
Location was perfect, take the citta from main station to centre and 300m walk. River ferry and bus from outside front door, restaurants minutes away. Staff so so helpful. Ask reception for discount card
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Deborah
10
10
I liked EVERYTHING!! Location, to watch the lake, the mountains, the sky, the scene on the lake. As suggested by other reviewers, I requested a higher floor room. Noise was not a problem, as long as door to balcony was closed. The breakfast was also super, in the Swiss style. Of course, the basics: clean, comfortable, kind staff were all there. I would stay again.
I really liked everything, but will say my room would have been small-ish for a couple.
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Jaruchan
9.1
9.1
super great location. I stay at 2bed rooms family suite, the view is facing the lake. the room was good . I would recommended this hotel . I love everything there except the staff named Antonio. the storm blew my shirt into the balcony in another room but he didn’t help and just made fun of me. he sarcastically told me to wait for the “storm to blow it back to me” I understand if he couldn’t get it , he should give a polite answer. others staffs are good.
as I stay at the 2 bedrooms suite , the room is big nice and clean. the thing that I don t like is Antonio.
Airports
Lugano Airport
1.9miMilano Malpensa Airport
28.3miMilano Linate Airport
40.7miIl Caravaggio International Airport
42.8miAirports
Lugano Airport
1.9miMilano Malpensa Airport
28.3miMilano Linate Airport
40.7miIl Caravaggio International Airport
42.8miAttractions
Swiss Miniature Park (Swissminiatur)
3.4miFoxTown Factory Stores
8.9miVilla del Balbianello
12.1miSacro Monte of Varese (Sacro Monte di Varese)
12.4miVilla Della Porta Bozzolo
13.2miFalconeria Locarno
13.4miPanza Collection at Villa Panza (Villa e Collezione Panza)
13.6miBrunate
14.2miComo-Brunate Funicular Railway (Funicolare Como–Brunate)
14.3miVilla Melzi Gardens (Giardini di Villa Melzi)
14.5miStresa
21miFort Montecchio Nord (Forte Montecchio Nord)
22.8miColossus of San Carlo Borromeo (Sancarlone)
25.4miLake Orta (Lago di Orta)
29.6miAutodromo Nazionale Monza
30.9miSpaghetti Store
Cuisines
ItalianAmbiances
Family Friendly•ModernFree wifi
Air conditioning
Beach chairs/Loungers
24-hour front desk
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Landmark view
Elevator
Restaurant
Sun deck
View
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Terrace
Balcony
Hypoallergenic
Bidet
Soundproof
Bathtub
Private Bathroom
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Activities
Cycling
Hiking
Live music/Performance
Temporary art galleries
Walking tours
Bathroom
Additional bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room
Coffee house on site
Minibar
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Hypoallergenic
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Soundproof
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Sun deck
Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fold-up bed
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation
Car rental
Public transit tickets
View
Lake view
Landmark view
View
From
$179Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:30
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
There's no age requirement for check-in
Curfew
Come and go whenever you want
Parking
Parking may not be available
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$55 per child per day
Cot upon request
bed.cribPrice
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$55 per person per day
The price in CHF has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Cards accepted at this property
American Express,
Diners Club,
Mastercard,
Visa,
JCB,
Discover,
Maestro,
Cash only,
EC-Card,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
When are the check-in and check-out times for Hotel Walter Au Lac?
When you book a stay at Hotel Walter Au Lac, you can access your room from 02:00 PM and should leave by 10:30 AM.
What are the rates at Hotel Walter Au Lac?
The beginning rate for stays at Hotel Walter Au Lac is $179. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.
Which room categories can I book at Hotel Walter Au Lac?
The hotel offers various types of rooms including Family rooms, Twin rooms, Single rooms, and Suites. All rooms have a view of the lake and are non-smoking. The occupancy varies from single occupancy for the Single rooms to accommodating up to 6 adults and 4 children for the Two-Bedroom Suite. The bed sizes range from Twin beds to Queen size beds.
What are the main attractions at Hotel Walter Au Lac?
Guests at Hotel Walter Au Lac can spend their time enjoying a range of leisure amenities. They can relax and unwind in the hot tub/jacuzzi or soak up the sun on the beach chairs/loungers. Additionally, they can enjoy live music or performances on the sun deck.
For those who prefer more active pursuits, the hotel offers walking tours, cycling, and hiking options.
When it comes to dining, guests can enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant, Spaghetti Store. With its family-friendly and modern ambiance, it is the perfect place to enjoy Italian cuisine.
Overall, the hotel provides various options for guests to make the most of their time. Whether it's indulging in leisure activities or sampling the delicious food at the restaurant, there is something for everyone at Hotel Walter Au Lac.
Are there restaurants located within Hotel Walter Au Lac?
Yes, Hotel Walter Au Lac has a restaurant on site called Spaghetti Store. The restaurant offers Italian cuisine and has a family-friendly and modern ambiance.
Which payment methods are supported by Hotel Walter Au Lac?
Hotel Walter Au Lac accepts cash as a payment method. In addition, they also accept the following payment methods: American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa, JCB, Discover, Maestro, EC-Card, and UnionPay.
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