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Hotel Federale Lugano

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Lake Lugano

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In the heart of Lugano City-Centre, Hotel Federale Lugano offers a warm welcome with Regional cuisine at San Lorenzo restaurant and relaxing spaces like the garden and lobby fireplace. Enjoy in-room WiFi, multilingual staff assistance, concierge services and a convenient bar for an unforgettable stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY1,716
CNY1,857 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (Comfort) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room (Comfort)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Kitchen (Annex Building, 70m distance) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, Kitchen (Annex Building, 70m distance)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Panoramic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Panoramic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Paolo Regazzoni 8, Lugano, TI, 6900

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piazza della Riforma - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Parco Ciani - 9 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lungolago - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 12 min drive
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 63 min drive
  • Lugano Station - 3 min walk
  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 4 min walk
  • Lugano-Paradiso - 28 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Anacapri - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casa Libanese - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vanini - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vitti Laboratorio & Cucina - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Lugano. For a bite to eat, guests can check out San Lorenzo, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Lugano Funicular Station is just 2 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (CHF 21 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

San Lorenzo - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 14 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 25 for adults and CHF 18 for children

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 20 2026 to January 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 18 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CHF 21 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

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

Also known as

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Federale Hotel Lugano

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Federale Lugano currently open?

This property is closed from December 20 2026 to January 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Hotel Federale Lugano offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Federale Lugano does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Federale Lugano?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 18 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Federale Lugano?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 21 per night. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Federale Lugano?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Federale Lugano?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Lugano (9-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Federale Lugano and nearby?

Hotel Federale Lugano has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Federale Lugano?

Yes, San Lorenzo offers Regional cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Federale Lugano like?

Hotel Federale Lugano is in Lugano City-Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Lugano Funicular Station and 19 minutes' walk from Lake Lugano.

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Reviews

Hotel Federale Lugano Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as lovely, good, excellent, and wonderful with a variety of hot and cold foods. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful friendly staff and the view from our room on the 5th floor was amazing!
Alena, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff
Thomas, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A really well located and clean hotel with lovely staff. You really can’t complain about this place.
Giovanni, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very nice rooms

The hotel was just below the train station but it was still very quiet. The rooms were updated and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent with a variety of hot and cold foods. We walked down the hill to dinner, sightseeing and shopping and took the tram up. Transportation was free because of the pass the hotel gives you. Excellent place to stay!
Linda, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Warm and friendly staff which went out of their way to make us feel wanted. Hotel Certaldo is within walking distance to Funicular for excellent food and spectacular views of country side. It also provides eary access to surrounding area including Carrara, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano and Volterra. Its a hidden gem
William, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location. We had a great time.
Winnie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Most of the shops and restaurants are downhill so you’ll have a steep climb back to the hotel. Very close to everything and accommodations are very nice with complementary breakfast buffet. Would stay again.
michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really great and quaint hotel, valet for our car was nice and safe. Area around the hotel was very nice and alive at night, the lake is close by as well
Rohit, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Ok 3. star hotel, close to city center

Just ok, good location, nice service minded reseption, have bar-restaurant and out side area with chairs
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and experience! Fully recommend!
Dawid, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing helpful staff and service. Wonderful breakfast and dinner.
Frank, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great location

Location and staff were great. The walls are thin so it was pretty noisy because of the loud guests. Obviously the hotel can’t do much about that. The location and friendly staff made it a super pleasant stay.
Kristan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Most importantly was the very friendly staff, everyone seemed like they were happy to have us.Very close to train station and city center. Very nice breakfast and dinning room.Would stay their again
Kenneth, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a lovely and well maintained hotel. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and very clean. The hotel has a lovely courtyard where you can enjoy breakfast, and it’s walking distance from the main train station and down the hill from the main shopping and dining area in Lugano. We really enjoyed our stay there.
Glenda, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in Central Lugano

Great hotel and staff! Wonderful breakfast! 10/10
Ola, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly. Our room including the bathroom was exceptionally clean. Disposable slippers and still and sparkling water were provided with a surprise. Though the room was a bit pricey, I would still highly recommend it to anyone who would like to stay with a walkable distance to Lugano Station.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Very convenient to train station. Good breakfast. Great housekeeping.
Myong, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved being just a bit removed from the madding crowd. From our room (corner with a wrap-around balcony), we had the most stunning view imaginable of the city and lake below. It was a wonderful experience.
Beverly, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed at Federale Lugano for 2 nights. It is very close to the train station, and easy to get to by taking Funicular from the train station to Cathedral stop. Room wasn’t big but very comfortable and clean, bathroom was really small but it didn’t bother us. Best part was the staff - very nice and kind, always smiling. Breakfast was very good - juice, coffee, eggs, yogurt, fresh bread etc. We also had dinner at their restaurant and enjoyed the food and service. Will be willing to stay there again.
lyuba, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff and hotel is right on perfect location. You can walk down from Lugano station. Breakfast is good. Shopping is walking down from hotel and the area is centralized. Will stay here again.
On-uma, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was great! The staffs were nice and helpful especially Paolo for being very friendly! The room and bathroom were spacious! The restaurant served delicious dinners and breakfast! We enjoyed it very much and had a great time!
Angie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff particularly the two gentleman in dining area. Terrific
Greg, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I love the idea of Hotel Federale. It is an old Lugano hotel with many of the original design features still in place. It is close to the old town, the train station, and to the lake, just a short walk away. The bathroom was tiny and the shower had mildew in some cracks and crevices. The bed was comfortable. There was air conditioning. Considerating all the other places we stayed this was okay but not the best
Phayungsak, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely hotel with lovely staff and a nice breakfast. The rooms we had (we stayed twice) had lovely views of the lake. The only word of advice I can give is that getting there from the train station was kind of confusing. It's close to the train station but the one road we thought we could use was closed, so getting there was a bit of a challenge.
Veronica, 1-night trip