Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

About the hotel

Central Location in Old Town Lugano

The Hotel Acquarello is perfectly situated in the heart of Old Town Lugano, offering easy access to the lower terminus of the funicular and connecting you to the main railway station.

Comfortable and Modern Rooms

Renovated in 2014, our rooms are designed for your comfort and convenience, featuring air conditioning for a pleasant stay. Select rooms even boast balconies with stunning views over the charming rooftops of Lugano.

Convenient Amenities and Services

Our friendly, multi-lingual staff is dedicated to ensuring you have a memorable stay, providing insider recommendations for exploring Lugano. Enjoy a quick and delicious express breakfast in the lobby before heading out to explore Lake Lugano just a short 5-minute walk away. Immerse yourself in the vibrant surroundings with an array of shops and restaurants at your doorstep.

Book your stay at Hotel Acquarello now for an unforgettable experience in Lugano!

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Fitness center
• Heating
• Family rooms
• Pets allowed
• Lift / Elevator
• Laundry
• Luggage storage
• Safety deposit box
• Bar
• Fax/photocopying
• Ironing service
• Meeting/banquet facilities
• Sauna
• Solarium
• Non-smoking throughout
• Daily housekeeping
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Parking garage
• Lockers
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 11:00

Guest reviews

• C

  CarolSwitzerland

  8

  Liked: Central location

  Posted in November 2026

• G

  GaryUnited States

  8

  Liked: Location is great; right in the city center.

  Posted in October 2026

• D

  DominiqueAustralia

  9

  Great hotel for a short stay, very convenient location and very clean

  Liked: Location, helpful staff, clean

  Disliked: Breakfast was ok, not great

  Posted in October 2026

• G

  GeorgeUnited States · Couple

  10

  Great location for the train

  Liked: Helpful at the desk Helped me figure out the laundry machines!!

  Disliked: Such a great location!! Right by the tram to the train!!

  Posted in October 2026

• W

  WittenbachUnited States

  9

  Very good

  Liked: Very clean and comfortable.

  Disliked: Difficult to find as the main door was behind tall, dense plantings

  Posted in October 2026

• V

  VickiAustralia · Couple

  10

  Fantastic

  Liked: We liked everything about Acquarello Swiss. Location was great as was the reception when we arrived. Nice comfy room and very clean wish we had stayed longer. Breakfast was very yummy as well.

  Disliked: Nothing

  Posted in September 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

Please inform the hotel if you are traveling with children and include their age.Please note that the Hotel is located in pedestrian zone (no cars are allowed). 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 note that the name on the credit card used for payment has to be the same as the guest name and the credit card has to be presented on site. Please contact the property directly if you would like to pay in advance.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of CHF 10 per night applies for dogs up to 10 kilos and a supplement of CHF 30 per night for dogs over 10 kilos.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.

A deposit may be required at the property.