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Since 1906: hospitality and historic charm nestled among the city, arts and lake

The urban hotel for vacations in the historic town center and on the lake promenade

Immerse yourself in our outdoor green area, where a charming garden with a swimming pool and a terrace dedicated to entertaining invite you to relax. Many of our rooms have been carefully renovated to offer you maximum comfort. For added convenience, we provide private parking for a fee.

Among the best
historic hotels in Switzerland

4th place in the Hotel-Rating

The Hotel International au Lac was awarded among the four best historic hotels in Switzerland in the prestigious Hotel-Rating by the Neue Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ), the most respected journal in German-speaking Switzerland. The jury described the entire hotel as a “liveable exhibition” where history can be experienced, but at the same time all modern amenities can be enjoyed.

NZZ Hotel-Rating

Reviews

A Pleasant Stay in a Lovely City

The hotel is well located on the street that runs along pretty Lake Lugano, with lake views from indoor and outdoor common spaces and from some rooms. It sits at one end of a pedestrian area with many restaurants and shops. The owners have done a good job of modernizing...

Tripadvisor_Withyscott, Portland, Oregon

Very nice hotel in Lugano!

We stayed here 2 nights in a removed junior suite with balcony with lake view. Breakfast was very ample and delightful. The hotel is right on the street across from the lake so easy to get places. The air conditioning worked well as it was warm in Lugano while we...

Tripadvisor_Dallas, Texas

Very nice hotel

We are traveling in Switzerland for 16 days and this has been our best hotel to date. Charming staff, wonderful pool at the end of a hot day, great breakfast, very comfortable room, very clean and quiet.

Tripadvisor_Curt W

Great stay at a historical gem

Found this hotel by searching google maps for a place overlooking the lake for 2 nights and it was a great find that we will definitely come back. Get the rooms facing the lake with a terrace.

Tripadvisor_Fawaz M, Madrid

Great Lugano Hotel

Ideal location, decor intended to help you feel the history of the place without feeling dated, and the staff were excellent in all regards. We had the three-person suite and found it more spacious than expected. Bathrooms appeared to be updated recently. The pool and back garden were peaceful and...

Tripadvisor_Jack F, Columbus, Ohio, United States
Camera accogliente e artistica

Our Rooms

The 'Chic' double rooms with balcony and lake view are completely renovated.

Relaxing by the Poolside

Garden and Swimming pool

Relax, recharge and enjoy the sun.

Woman with piggybank

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