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Welcome
Welcome to THE INTERNATIONAL AU LAC HISTORIC LAKESIDE HOTEL
The International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel***s, 100-year family tradition since 1906, is the only hotel on the lake promenade in the centre of Lugano with its own indoor parking and garden with swimming-pool.
All our rooms have air conditioning and free WiFi Internet.
We are committed to ensure customer services in compliance with the COVID-19 hygiene regulations in force in a friendly manner and with best comfort to our guests.
Ratings
Excellent hotel, great locationExcellent choice of hotel in Lugano. Convenient location - walkable to restaurants and shops, bus out front. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful, rooms spacious,...
Tripadvisor_Sandi K, Woodbridge - 18.10.2022
BrilliantWe stayed at this lovely quaint hotel overlooking the lake for 5 nights. The beds were great, and my back is a serious critic.
Tripadvisor_Ingrid L, Moroto, Uganda - 05.10.2022
The...
Excellent classic hotel with awesome lake viewsThe hotel is over 100 years old but in great condition. It’s like staying in a museum but with modern conveniences. It’s across the road...
Tripadvisor_Mike L - 23.09.2022
A room with a viewEfficient check in with friendly staff. Stayed in one of the renovated rooms, clean, rather large for Lugano standards. I booked it as it has...
Tripadvisor_Tanja F,Zurigo - 12.09.2022
Wonderful place to stayThe location is very easy to get to by public transportation. Many wonderful places are just within walking distance. The Hotel is a gem by...
Tripadvisor_Irina K, Boston, Massachusetts - 07.09.2022
A bit of history in the city centreGreat hotel from the beginning of the 20th century nicely located just back from the lakeside. We particularly liked our Belle Époque room with its...
Tripadvisor_Amstraveler,Amsterdam - 20.08.2022
Wonderful stayFantastic hotel and fantastic location. Close to everything. The amenities are great - a full breakfast, pool, bar open 24/7. I had a single room...
Tripadvisor_Amy Emel - 09.08.2022
Long weekend in LuganoThe hotel has a lot of historic features. The location is excellent. The room was clean and the staff were friendly. The swimming pool area...
Tripadvisor_Mayada A - 03.08.2022
Hotel with a very special charmWe fell in love with this hotel. It has a very special charm. The swimming pool area is amazing same as the bar area. Staff...
Tripadvisor_vikrsyra, Zurigo - 28.07.2022
Outstanding Staff, location and facilitiesGreat location in Lugano on the lake and in the middle of everything. The rooms were very spacious, comfortable, and recently renovated. The staff went...
Tripadvisor_Allan T, Napoli, Florida - 24.07.2022
The perfect place to stay on holiday!We loved our stay here! The hotel has a classic feel with a modern twist. The room is spacious, and view of the lake is...
Tripadvisor_Resort31873603692 - 21.07.2022
Great hotelPerfectly located hotel at the beginning of the promenade, tasty and varied breakfast, polite and kind staff. Historic accommodation with feelings from the past, possibility...
Tripadvisor_K S - 19.07.2022
English HolidaymakerTHE INTERNATIONAL AU LAC IS SITUATED in an excellent position right on the lake, central but not in the dead centre of Lugano, which makes...
Tripadvisor_Pauline W - 17.07.2022
My favourite hotelWe had a huge selection of breakfast choices!
Tripadvisor_Barbara C - 06.07.2022
The hotel room was big. The shower water was powerful. The bed was comfy. We had a good...
Best locationWe were given a room on the top floor with access to the balcony and views to the lake. Loved the coffee at the honesty...
Tripadvisor_Charles Bertram - 23.07.2022
Beautiful quiet hotel in a great locationWe arrived in this beautiful old hotel after a long journey & were greeted very warmly at reception. Our room was wonderfully cool as it...
Tripadvisor_Pam Julia P, Brighton, UK - 22.07.2022
Perfect location with beautiful rooms and ambienceThis is a beautifully appointed hotel with a lot of charm and character. It’s perfectly located close to the waterfront and shopping areas. We had...
Tripadvisor_Quantummottle, Atlanta, Georgia - 18.06.2022
Excellent location and great hospitalityThe location is great. The hotel is close to the lake and to restaurants and bars. The decoration of the hotel is unique, and the...
Tripadvisor_Zisos M - 06.06.2022
Great traditional atmosphereGreat traditional atmosphere for this hotel. Courteous and friendly staff. Great location. Would definitely stay again!
Google_Keith Cima - 03.06.2022
Step back into traditional Swiss HospitalityWe loved our stay at International au Lac Lugano. The location, the hotel and its charm, the employees and personalised service were great. The hotel...
Tripadvisor_Daniel S, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam - 26.05.2022
Mrs. MooreLovely visit, nice accommodations, and nice staff.
Tripadvisor_Elisa M - 17.05.2022
Location is on point, next to grand restaurants, coffee shops and gelato. Serene pool and laying out area. Mezzanine/bar...
Style and grace with an add of historyIt is a joy to stay here with the lake at your doorstep, as well as restaurants and shops, plus you don't have to drive....
Google_geoffrey seward - 09.05.2022
Excellent stayWe really enjoyed the hotel including its location. The grounds including the pool are very pretty. Our corner room facing the lake offered great views....
Tripadvisor_martingE9779WA,Montreal - 27.04.2022
Return visit with family at wonderful hotel in great locationWe love returning to International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel whenever we stay in beautiful Lugano. Wonderful history captured at the hotel, terrific art gallery...
Booking.com_Andrew, Germany - 19.04.2022
EXCELLENTThe pool was very relaxing, and the beds are extremely comfortable. I had a room with a balcony and the view was amazing. Staff are...
Booking.com_Hailie-jade, Great Britain - 19.04.2022
Gorgeous hotelGorgeous hotel. Room is huge. We have a triple. With a balcony with a view of the lake and mountains. Shower is in a separate...
Tripadvisor_Diane K, South Brunswick, New Jersey - 21.01.2022
Perfect stayHad a perfect stay with my mom. We had a fully renovated panorama room with a beautiful view on the lake. The room was tastefully...
Tripadvisor_wonderfulworld81, Mannedorf - 13.10.2021
Return visits do not disappointWith the new beautifully renovated rooms this family owned and run hotel continues to improve the experience of a relaxing stay in Lugano. Perfect location...
Tripadvisor_PrProPa, Pennsylvania - 13.10.2021
Great stay!We recently spent a single night at the Hotel International au Lac and we really enjoyed our stay. The location is great- right in the...
Tripadvisor_jrmccormick2, Long Branch, New Jersey - 12.10.2021
Will come back!We stayed in a room that was modified for a family of four, with a balcony. It was small but the room and bathroom were...
Tripadvisor_Kristopher B - 11.10.2021
Amazing hotel and staffThis hotel is amazing, and the staff are especially friendly and welcoming.
Tripasvisor_menchie, San Antonio, Texas - 15.09.2021
We stayed in a room with a balcony, and it was excellent. Would definitely...
Will be back again!Beautiful historic hotel right in the heart of the city! Right next door is an old church built in the 1400’s, as well as the...
Tripadvisor_Curi0us, Atlanta, Georgia - 13.09.2021
Old world charm with modern comfortCan't imagine a better location: the lake is just across the road, the funicular to the train station about seven minutes’ walk away. The staff...
Tripadvisor_Kathy G - 03.09.2021
Perfect hotel for a stay in LuganoThe hotel is perfectly located, very clean. Breakfast is delicious, and the staff is very helpful. Nice lake view. A pool is very good place...
Tripadvisor_AV - 19.08.2021
Great lake view, good locationI was looking for an hotel not far from the city centre with a pool. Hotel International au Lac met these two criteria, with one...
Tripadvisor_Swissdiver, Ginevra, Svizzera - 01.08.2021
Perfect for a stay in luganoThe location of this hotel is perfect! Right on the lake and next to the most charming church. The staff is kind and the breakfast...
Tripadvisor_Sarah E - 15.07.2021
Great lake view, good locationI was looking for an hotel not far from the city centre with a pool. Hotel International au Lac met these two criteria, with one...
Tripadvisor_Swissdiver, Ginevra, Svizzera - 01.08.2021
Excellent Weekend away in LuganoHotel International au Lac in Lugano is perfect either for a weekend away or for a longer stay. I have stayed at the hotel now...
Tripadvisor_Pia M - 14.06.2021
Family Pride evidentFriendly staff epitomized by Raffaela at the front desk. Clean. Nice linens comfortable bed. Despite the busy, center city lakeside location the room was incredibly...
Tripadvisor_kathleen k - 21.05.2021
No-browner Jewel in SwitzerlandI usually go for 4-5 Star properties anywhere but this cosy place right next to the lake is simply A pearl. Renovated room (not sure...
Tripadvisor_Daniel-Grossmann, Trimbach, Svizzera - 11.05.2021
Lovely hotel in a great locationHistoric hotel next to the lake in a great location in the centre of Lugano. We stayed in a renovated room which was lovely, great...
Samantha C, Zurich, Switzerland - 27.04.2021
SuperbRooms are beautiful, clean and big. Staff have been very friendly and helpful. The bar has a lot of flair and the 100 + years...
Kayak_anonymous - 13.04.2021
Comfort with great food and service at a very reasonable priceGreat location and helpful, courteous staff, comfortable bed, and excellent breakfast. What we particularly liked was the traditional decor--real paintings on the walls, stylish...
Booking.com_Fred Italia - 01.10.2020
Grand old Europe style hotel in the centre of Lugano"Great hotel in the city of Lugano - a decent outdoor swimming pool, tropical garden, and a lounge to have a drink. It has the...
Tripadvisor_Jesse V, Vlissingen220 - 13.09.2020
A little hidden heavenThe location is perfect and the tranquility you feel in such central place is unique.
Booking.com_Sonia, Switzerland - 04.09.2020
Parfaite destinationThis hotel is perfect. The old school interior architecture mixed with the service quality and the cleanness, I highly recommend this place. The price was...
Tripadvisor_livetrotters, Svizzera15 - 20.08.2020
Romantic trip in ideal locationThe hotel is ideally located right in front of the lac. The beds are very comfortable, the breakfast suggest a lot of choices and is...
Booking.com_Juliette, Switzerland - 11.08.2020
Great hotel in the heart of LuganoWe spent 2 nights in the International whilst exploring bits of Switzerland that I didn't know so well. Lugano itself was rather empty.
Tripadvisor_catmouse, Ginevra Svizzera - 30.06.2020
The hotel is...
Extremely good stayThe hotel is situated right by lake Lugano, a 10 minute walk to the Casino on one side and a short bus ride from San...
Tripadvisor_Varun S - 03.07.2018
Very good choiceExcellent location, staff extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast very nice. Room was quaint with amazing lake view, loved the little terrace. Very reasonable cost, convenient....
Tripadvisor_Hockeylover59, New Jersey - 08.07.2018
Excellent hotelExcellent hotel. Great location on the Lake. Pool and Patio area are something special. Breakfast is really done well. Easy walk from train station.
Booking.com_Terry [United States of America] - 19.07.2018
«First-class experience»We liked everything about it. A very high quality offering. Superb breakfast, lovely room, great location.
Booking.com_Vivien [United Kingdom] - 20.07.2018
ExcellentNice hotel close to the lake. Unique - reminiscing old traditions. Glad we chose this!
Expedia_Scottsdale, AZ - 23.07.2018
Great traditional style hotelThis hotel has a great location in Lugano, it has a great tradition dating back over 100 years yet still has modern facilities and a...
Tripadvisor_geoffwst, Lucerna, Svizzera - 06.08.2018
1 night3 persons and a dog, staying in their only suite. It was absolutely perfect. The suite is clean, big and very quiet. The room was...
Tripadvisor_spiky007_frankfurt - 10.08.2018
Great hotel, great locationThe hotel is a short, pleasant stroll from the centre of Lugano. We stayed for 10 days in July 2018 and would recommend one of...
Tripadvisor_DAVID S, LINCS - 29.09.2018
Loved the charm and serviceThis is a great hotel- over 100 years old but recently refurbished. Modern amenities in the rooms with very classic, old school halls and common...
Tripadvisor_pilotgirl_17, Newton, Massachusetts - 08.10.2018
Best bang for the buck!"I was a little afraid to see what I was going to get at this hotel because the rates were almost too good to be...
Tripadvisor_Marilyn J - 25.04.2019
Imposing building showing former gloryThis hotel was the place to go when it was first opened early in the last century. The hotel is proud of its past and...
Tripadvisor_lizith_ Mold, United Kingdom - 15.05.2019
Excellent hotel in Lugano Switzerland"We stayed in this hotel for a few nights - great position, room, view & breakfast - highly recommend if coming to Lugano - we...
Tripadvisor_David M_Melbourne, Australia - 25.05.2019
A must !Classic historical hotel with balcony views of lake and San Salvatore. Enjoyable stroll to the old city charm, restaurants, shops and boat excursions - a...
Expedia_Anonymous - 20.05.2019
One night stopover"Wow I wish I was staying there all week, fabulous hotel, the room was perfect.
Tripadvisor_David N - 02.06.2019
We did not use the pool as we were there...
Old world elegance"Beautiful hotel so much charm and character. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, there is just an elegance’s so much to enjoy. There is a...
Tripadvisor_Laurabob52, New York City, New York166 - 19.06.2019
Great hotel, good location"Really nice hotel though rooms are fairly small. Bathroom was quite spacious and spotlessly clean. Towels replaced even if not left on the floor.
Tripadvisor_Dido - 02.07.2019
Breakfast had...
Good location and air conditioningThis hotel is well located with easy access to train station, boats and buses. My room was clean and the breakfast good. Only a few...
Tripadvisor_traveler11223, Sequim, Washington - 12.08.2019
Family run hotel with extensive facilitiesWe had such a great time at the Hotel International au Lac. The rooms were pretty basic (renovation on its way in October 2019), but...
Tripadvisor_Teajaye, Melbourne, Australia191 - 03.08.2019
What a great hotel!We loved our stay here! Our room was big (by European standards) and the staff was great! The location is perfect in city center and...
Tripadvisor_goneinaheartbeat, wisconsin - 24.08.2019
Lovely hotel in the heart of Lake LuganoWe stayed for just one night at the hotel. It was just beautiful. It's location is perfect, right on the lake and next to the...
Tripadvisor_joan N - 28.10.2019
Beautiful Hotel in the heart of LuganoWe stayed here over the Swiss Day holiday. It is a beautiful old hotel close to everything. Although it is old, it has been updated...
Tripadvisor_Skidad2013_Hummelstown, Pennsylvania336 - 20.03.2020
Swiss hospitality at its bestI returned to this hotel right after this Pandemic crisis. I was stuck between Milano and Luzern in the middle of the night and they...
Tripadvisor_Daniel Grossmann - 26.06.2020
Best choice in the heart of LuganoUnesco's monument hotel, best location with a parking place just on the basement, Huge rooms styled with charm of 70's !!
Tripadvisor_CKreisen - 16.11.2016
A surprising huge relaxing garden...
Lake View on our Patio over rooftop of the Church Santa Maria degli AngeliStayed 2 nights at this hotel - with a mediocre welcome - no info - our room 585 was not ready. But such a beautiful...
Tripadvisor_RiverbendTX - 03.11.2016
Perfect location, easy to findWe were driving through Lugano and decided to spend the night. We had no reservation and didn't know the city at all, so we 'happened'...
Tripadvisor_brenda49 - 19.10.2016
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable roomWe stayed 2 nights and found the location to be ideal. Next door to Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angeli and the steps up where...
Tripadvisor_Kathy F - 17.10.2016
Very authentic SwitzerlandWe enjoyed this hotel very much. Throughout the hotel they have pictures that show how it was built how the town looked, who built the...
Tripadvisor_takemeaway50 - 14.10.2016
Elegant hotel with gracious service and delightful amenitiesThe Hotel International au Lac has been run by the same family for years, and their attention to guests is obvious in so many ways....
Tripadvisor_SusanI297 - 11.10.2016
Bellissimo !!!!!!!!My wife and I stayed at the Hotel International au Lac for four nights whilst on a rail tour through Europe, we had a lovely...
Tripadvisor_Stuart H - 30.09.2016
“the most luxurious *** i ever stayed in”Amazing service location and room. Loved the staff -helpful and kind-loved the breakfast.The rooms are all quort and with high ceilings excellent position. Last but...
sofia b Geneva, via tripadvisor - 14.05.2017
Hotel which turns back time..Beautiful, well preserved hotel with a peaceful and relaxing garden terrace by the pool in the perfect location where you can take walks by the...
Tripadvisor_BB3435,Istanbul, Turchia - 02.04.2017
A Sophisticated delight set in an Ideal LocationWe broke our journey from Interlaken to Venice with a single night's stay here - that was the only fault and it was ours. A...
Tripadvisor_Rossergruffydd, Glasgow, Regno Unito - 21.04.2017
The most luxurious *** I ever stayed inAmazing service location and room. Loved the staff -helpful and kind-loved the breakfast.The rooms are all quor and with high ceilings excellent position. Last but...
Tripadvisor_sofia b, Ginevra, Svizzera - 17.05.2017
Great location and old world charmWe stayed here for two nights - loved Lake Lugano and the hotel's great location. We had a newly remodeled room with a small balcony...
Tripadvisor_ Shenandoah32, Washington DC - 24.05.2017
A splendid Hotel! A superb stay!My wife and I have just returned from our first ever visit to Lugano, where we spent a week and stayed in this very comfortable...
Tripadvisor_John N S, Louth England - 24.05.2017
Wonderuf and charming!I just spent a night here after booking it mainly by chance and because of the location. While the location cannot be better indeed, I...
Tripadvisor_Sasch, Amsterdam - 24.05.2017
Very enjoyable stay in a hotel with charm and historyWe spent 3 nights in this hotel and enjoyed very minute of it. The location is excellent: In walking distance to all sightseeing places of...
Tripadvisor_PeterMarro Manila, Filippine - 13.06.2017
Ideal locationSet back slightly from the road along the lake, this is an ideal spot for nearby restaurants and for the boats that sail Lake Lugano....
Tripadvisor_NeilNelson Evesham - 13.06.2017
Updated, chic hotel in best locationThis hotel was recently updated with excellent room amenities. The location is superb, since everything is within walking distance along the waterfront promenade or through...
Tripadvisor_Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida - 21.06.2017
A wonderful hotel with history, in the heart of LuganoA great hotel to stay in Lugano! Ideal location, we had a lake view, and the hotel has its own atmosphere, it is over 100...
Booking.com_(CY) - 17.07.2017
Wonderful stay in LuganoWe chose the Hotel International au Lac from the good reviews on TripAdvisor and we weren't disappointed. This is a great choice if you want...
Tripadvisor_Rae002_Bangkok - 01.08.2017
Excellent hotelVery fine hotel, good location, the suite for familly is big and very comfortable and pretty: the beds are very comfortable to sleep. All facilities...
Tripadvisor_kafis2017_Tel Aviv, Israele - 02.08.2017
Great value, great ambianceReally enjoyed our stay here! The hotel has old school charm, lovely pool especially on a steamy hot day, hotel is right in the centre...
Tripadvisor_ontariogirl41,Toronto - 08.08.2017
Excellent hotel!!This is a wonderful hotel!! In a great location. There are great views of the Lake and the location is also excellent. Rooms are very...
Tripadvisor_SKCYCLES - 23.08.2017
Great hotel in LuganoWe stayed here during a Rick Steve's tour of Switzerland. This is a lovely hotel. Our room was beautiful and the AC worked great. The...
Tripadvisor_kingscommon, Phoenix, Arizona - 18.09.2017
Beautiful hotelA wonderful old world hotel, vey classic. A bit expensive but worth the price.
Tripadvisor_Marianne P, New York, United States - 23.09.2017
Great staff. They had a group with a special dinner and we...
Last stayed here 60 years ago, same family ownership, same high standards, missed my parents!A very high standard from staff and facilities and great location in city centre, could not be better. Great breakfast with very helpful staff. Best...
Booking.com_Peter, United Kingdom - 29.09.2017
Looking Forward to Coming BackAmazing service at an older, charming property that is well maintained. Extremely well located, I even extended my stay. Step out the hotel doors to...
Hotels.com_Mariela - 01.10.2017
Totally in love with this hotel!For a tourist town like Lugano, I was surprised to find such high quality and good service at such reasonable prices during Easter holiday, so...
Tripadvisor_Andie_laShanghai Shanghai - 04.04.2018
Beautiful city and hotelThe Hotel International au Lac is a beautiful old world hotel in a very nice location in Lugano. The hotel has a beautiful outdoor area...
Tripadvisor_scherrc 2018 Cantone di Zurigo, Svizzera - 23.04.2018
«Fabulous!!»Fabulous breakfast with lots of hot food choices. Beautiful elegant hotel with lots of history. Pool area was lovely. We even had a lake view...
Booking.com/Arleen, United States of America, - 01.05.2018
Very amazingEverything was perfect. The breakfast time until 11:30, it is relaxing. I like the free hi-speed WiFi to your liking. Also, we enjoy the historic...
Tripadvisor_Abeer E - 10.06.2018
Stellar experience!This stellar experience started at the front desk with the friendliness of the staff, followed by the early room check in request being accommodated and...
Booking.com_Amy, United States of America - 22.06.2018
Best one in LuganoThe staff of the hotel and the location is the best you can find it in Switzerland. The staff is really really helpful and makes...
Booking.com_Ishan mehta, (IN) - 03.06.2018
Located just in front of the lake on the walking/shopping streetThe hotel interior is decorated with great sense of taste and style. Our room was very comfortable and totally equiped. Private garage was one of...
Booking.com_Maxim, (RU) - 11.05.2018
Old world charm in a fabulous locationWe had a lovely three days here. It is right on the lake and retains the charm of when it was built in 1906. The...
Tripadvisor_Petermac99, Reading, Regno Unito - 06.07.2018
Lovely Hotel, great locationWe booked for four nights and had a wonderful stay. We arrived early and so our room was not ready. However, the staff member at...
Tripadvisor_ElizaTravellers, Mt Eliza, Australia - 10.07.2018
Short breakA fabulous hotel in a great location. Everything was perfect, the room, breakfast, bar, service and most of all the beautiful view from our balcony!...
Tripadadvisor_Icaz1862, Huddersfield, Regno Unito - 14.07.2018
Charming hotel next to historic old churchIt’s a gracious old hotel with beautiful public spaces including the bar area, the secluded outside terrace and swimming pool and a cozy little...
Booking.com_Mary, (US) - 03.08.2018
Hotel right by the lakeA lovely, old-fashioned, traditional hotel right by the lake. The air conditioning was welcome, and it didn't make a noise when I switched it off,...
Booking.com_michael, (GB) - 02.08.2018
Beautiful and great for our kidsThere were very few hotels left when I tried to book a month in advance (book early!), so I was pleased to find this gem....
Tripadvisor_Becca D - 12.08.2018
Excellent hotel over lac(lake)Excellent hotel for family. They provide decent room for 2 adults and 2 kids and have lot of activities to keep little ones interested. Hotel...
Tripadvisor_Sanjeev A_Reston, Virginia, USA - 27.08.2018
Unique historic buildingA very unique hotel, located in an historic building. Great atmosphere and location!
Tripadvisor_Alon S, Ness Ziona, HaMerkaz, Israel - 02.10.2018
Parking private garage for extra payment. Good breakfast. Location just in front of...
Visiting our DaughterSpent a few days in Lugano with my wife. We were visiting our daughter who was studying abroad for the semester. The Hotel International au...
Tripadvisor_Jim Owens - 08.04.2019
Highly recommend itThis Hotel had lots of character, very clean, excellent location, delicious breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff. It was like stepping back in time...
Expedia_Traveler - 21.05.2019
Simply wonderful"We spent four days at this charming hotel. We arrived a few hours before check-in time but were delighted that the room was already available....
Tripadvisor_yns_10, Sydney, Australia962 - 06.06.2019
Beautiful classic hotel in perfect location"We stayed here for three nights in late April and could not have enjoyed our stay more. We had a beautiful room with a panoramic...
Tripadvisor_RTRACY, New York, USA85 - 19.06.2019
THE Place to Stay in Lugano"On our first ever stay in Lugano this month, I depended on a number of nice reviews to settle on the Hotel International au Lac....
Tripadvisor_pvecat,Palos Verdes Estates, California51 - 13.07.2019
Very central to everything, nice rooms, fantastic pool area, good breakfastI stayed here with my mom in July for 2 nights. Beautiful property in the very center. Everything can be done on foot. Nice rooms...
Tripadvisor_eki, Provincia di Arezzo, Italia53 - 10.08.2019
Lovely relaxing and peaceful visitHad a 5 night stay here and wished it was longer. Lugano is so beautiful and to compliment your stay, please choose the Hotel International...
Tripadvisor_Shipwrecked49, UK126 - 13.08.2019
Quality and service from a bygone eraThis is a lovely historic hotel, owned by a family who obviously loves it and this creates a more personal atmosphere - nice. It is...
Tripadvisor_Helvellyn, Cumbria98 - 18.09.2019
Step back in time and taste!!!Forget plastic and chain hotels!! This is Class from an elegant era. In the same family for over 100 years with many momentoes doted around...
Tripadvisor_Carol,Leighton Buzzard, Regno Unito - 15.10.2019
Belle Epoque Suite is a living Fantasy!"We fell in love with the Belle Epoque Suite at the International au Lac. It was like living in a pristine movie set. Like living...
Tripadvisor_Christina Linhardt - 30.04.2020
Lakeside with pool and personalized serviceSpacious, clean, historic and charming. Public areas are amazing with a service personnel unbelievably attentive and courteous. Location (via Nassa) excellent for shopping, walking and...
Tripadvisor_DAN S - 30.09.2016
Great choice for LuganoThis hotel is in an ideal location for touring Lugano and in a beautiful spot right across the street from the lake. All the major...
Tripadvisor_MartinAB - 02.06.2017
Relaxing family holidayHotel International au Lac gave us everything we were looking for on our family trip to Lugano. We had the family suite which was large...
Tripadvisor_828mjj, Basilea, Svizzera - 01.06.2017
Charming place, with personal serviceI wasn't expecting too much, but actually this was a lovely hotel to stay in. There is an air of faded glamour, but this is...
Tripadvisor_Edimburgo, Regno Unito - 15.06.2017
Wonderfull stay at LuganoThe people are very kind, the view from the bar is unique, the breakfast is more than great and different every day. The hotel is...
Tripadvisor_Maria Alejandra T Caracas, Venezuela - 05.07.2017
Lovely hotelThe Hotel International au Lac presents old-world elegance, right near the shore of lovely Lake Lugano. There are many shops, restaurants and sights within easy...
Tripadvisor_Anna H_Chicago, IL - 11.08.2017
Hotel with grace and warmthWe can't say enough about our magnificent stay. This hotel is so delightful and sophisticated. The view from the hotel is amazing. Each detail has...
Letter_Kelly and Charleston - 05.09.2017
An unbelievable 3* Hotel!Due to a generally high occupancy of 4 and 5* properties, we opted for Hotel International Au Lac. Was wondering why a 3* had such...
Tripadvisor_Daniel-Grossmann - 28.09.2017
Lovely LuganoThe location of the hotel could not be better, right by the lake and in the heart of the town. Excellent breakfast selection with dedicated...
Tripadvisor_SuzyCue60 - 19.10.2017
Living history!We only had less than 24 hours here but loved every minute of it when in our historic hotel and room. The hotel is beautifully...
Tripadvisor_Paar21 Khartoum, Suda - 05.04.2018
Beautiful hotelGreat hotel, beautiful, great location and great breakfast.
Booking.com_JANET - 24.04.2018
Exceeded expectationsWe booked this property based on location and reviews. We arrived after a very long train trip to find we were upgraded because we paid...
Tripadvisor_Thomas M - 02.05.2018
Fabulous View!The view from our room was simply magical! The location could not be better with many restaurants within walking distance. Our room was a great...
Tripadvisor_Elizabeth S - 16.05.2018
We had a wonderful stay and were delighted by the exceptional staff!Fantastic rooms, excellent service, perfect location, stunning view, WiFi is fast and breakfast is served until 11:30am (with a noon check-out and area where you...
Tripadvisor_Olivia M - 07.06.2018
Short breakLovely hotel sited in fabulous location in Lugano right on the front. Getting there if driving is straightforward enough. Parking is €20 per night, but...
Tripadvisor_Contea di Armagh, Regno Unito - 08.06.2018
Beautiful Hotel in Lovely SituationJust back from a 2 centre holiday booked with Switzerland Travel Centre. Their choice in Lugano was the Hotel International au Lac. They couldn't have...
Tripadvisor_ guernseyliz14, Guernsey, Regno Unito - 11.06.2018
