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Hotel Federale Lugano

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Lake Lugano

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Property grounds
Reception
Front of property
Garden
Lounge
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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

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
$206 nightly
The total price is $224
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room (Comfort)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Lugano - 18 min walk - 1.5 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
  • ‪Vitti Laboratorio & Cucina - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Argentino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Tango - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬4 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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

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 15 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 23 for adults and CHF 18 for children

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard
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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Lugano Minotel
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Frequently asked questions

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

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

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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Popular mentions

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Lake
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Reviews

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

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

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel with beautiful views, excellent service, delicious breakfast, extremely clean room, and general Swiss perfection!
Pamela, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Over all the experience was excellent
Kawa, 2-night trip

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

8/10 Very good

Hotel near train station and funicular. Nice view and walk way in to the Centre. Steep downhill with lots of shop, center with many good restaurants. Room was very small and bathroom tiny. Breakfast was good.
Verena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very welcoming and helpful. I liked this hotel also for the location accessible to lugano stazione. I would like to commend the gentlemen in the front desk during dec 13 to 15 of my stay. I forgot to get their names. I would recommend this hotel.
Kristoffer Tom, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room is older than what it appears in the photos. Generally clean but shower condition is fair. Water didn’t drain fast enough. Good location but I think the price is still high for the room standard. Service is good though.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Shower was too low
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing hotel but difficult access

Check in was fast, excellent service by Mr. Giuseppe at the front desk. He was very helpful in arranging a late dinner for us. The hotel staff is amazing. The hotel is very close to the train station but reaching there with luggage can be a major issue especially at night or if the weather is bad.. the only access to the hotel is to go down through a steep hill or stairs. There is a cable car from the train station but you have to climb up the hill to the hotel. On our return trip, we had to take a cab to go back to the train station with our luggage...
Saira, 2-night trip

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

8/10 Very good

Sehr nettes Personal. Gute Zimmer. Frühstück: nicht immer ganz frische Früchte und Kãse. Nicht grosse Auswahl.
Lusi, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, helpful staff Great location, short walk from the train station Steep hill down to town, easy way back via funicular Nice breakfast choices in good table arrangements We had a great view from our terrace Highly recommend for your visit to Lugano
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the train station and in easy walking distance to a lot of shopping, dining, water activities and more. Definitely want to return soon!
Deborah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

日本語での案内パンフレットは、とても助かりました。伝統をとても大切にされている お料理も美味しかったです。オーナー、奥様（日本人）、スタッフさんのホスピタリティにとても癒されました。また行きたいホテルです。
MARIKO, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty good Hotel, but the room was really boring and old… not like the bathroom, because that was modern.
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mysigt hotell ett stenkast från centrala Lugano samt centralstation. Hög standard på service och modernt samt fräscht rum. Tillgång till parkering finns, dessutom med laddmöjlighet för elbil. Prisvärt och trevligt hotell i fantastiska Lugano.
Tomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dry code to railway station but use the furnicular - it was ver convenient.
Sylvia, 1-night trip

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

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel
Christopher, 1-night trip