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Walter au Lac

3.0 star property
City centre hotel within walking distance of LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura

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Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View
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Overlooking the lake, Walter au Lac offers a serene retreat with full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and an on-site library. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy convenient services like dry cleaning/laundry facilities and car rentals. Helpful staff have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car hire on-site
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is NZ$517
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun

Room options

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Premium Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Basic Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Basic Single Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Lake view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Single Room, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Executive Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Lake view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Piazza Rezzonico 7, Lugano, TI, 6900

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Lugano - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 16 min drive
  • Malpensa International Airport (MXP) - 54 min drive
  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 9 min walk
  • Lugano Station - 9 min walk
  • Lugano-Paradiso - 21 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 8 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Spaghetti Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante-pizzeria Mary - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Agua Lugano - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Argentino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Burger-King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac is only 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights include a rooftop terrace and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Lugano Funicular Station is only 8 minutes on foot.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property will place a credit card authorization for the amount of the first night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
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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

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Off-site parking nearby (CHF 28 per night; discounts available)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for CHF 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 28 per night (984 ft away)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Walter au
Walter au Lac
Walter au Lac Hotel
Walter au Lac Hotel Lugano
Walter au Lac Lugano
Walter au Lac Hotel
Walter au Lac Lugano
Walter au Lac Hotel Lugano

Frequently asked questions

Does Walter au Lac offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Walter au Lac 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Walter au Lac?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Walter au Lac?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Walter au Lac?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Walter au Lac?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Walter au Lac?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Lugano (5-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Walter au Lac and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, hiking and mountain climbing.

What's the area around Walter au Lac like?

Walter au Lac is located on the boardwalk in Lugano City-Centre, a short 8-minute walk from Lugano Funicular Station and 15 minutes' walk from Lake Lugano. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Walter au Lac Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
View
Location
Service staff
Lake
Breakfast
Balcony
Restaurant
Lake view
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, varied, and had a wide range of options including fresh fruit and excellent coffee. (15 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant offers excellent dining options and the surrounding area has plenty of nearby restaurants to choose from. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The PERFECT hotel in Lugano!!

The Walter Hotel is the Perfect Hotel!! You cannot beat the location ! Just a few minutes from the furnucular, taxi stop and cross walk in front of the hotel entrance. Outstanding Spaghetti Store restaurant next door. I got lucky when I found this hotel!!
The Hotel
Welcome to Lugano
Perfect location
From my room window
Kenneth J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel on the lake
Mahir, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location on the lake

We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The room was an ok size and the balcony overlooking the lake was amazing. The breakfast was lovely, also overlooking the lake. We utilised the rooftop terrace for sunset drinks. The only thing we didn’t like was the shower. It is dangerously narrow and very slippery.
Matthew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay

Great location with even greater views from the room. Very friendly staff, room is clean and comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff, excellent location with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and transit.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Terrific location! Very nice staff and nice breakfast.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great view
cheryl, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location!
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was beautiful, had a great location and the staff were very attentive and courteous.
Carsa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view of water out our deck! Wish we could’ve stayed longer! We loved Lugano and this hotel-very walkable to restaurants.

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was close to everything.
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Sangeet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, think of getting taxi from train station when you arrive
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A few days in Lugono

Great location nice staff
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Room View is excellent
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice with beautiful room for breakfast and great Italian restaurant next door!
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lakefront hotel with a lovely view.
Haibing, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful property, it is centrally located located next to the lake, shops and restaurants - walking distance to them all. I would definitely stay in this hotel again on my next trip.
Johanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was great - windows looked over lake - stunning view. Staff were great helped with Vignette and breakfast was included, Parking was a few hundred metres away but ok really
Gareth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Amazing location right on the Lake. Great bedroom and restaurant with fantastic views across the lake.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view from Balcony.

Room was large and airy, view from small balcony was beautiful over the lake, worth the extra for a room with a view. We used the free Ticino card the hotel give, to take the funicular up to Mount Bré. Breakfast was pleasant although coffee was not very nice. Not sure why there were peas & carrots on offer at breakfast never seen this before is it a Swiss thing?? Bar underneath the hotel was good. Unfortunately we had rain so didn’t go to the sundeck.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old world elegance

This hotel was a one night stay for us between Switzerland and Lake Como after a day on the panoramic train. What a treat!!
Janice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a perfect location for our family. The boat that the transport around the lake was in front of hotel. Winter market and restaurants close by and varied. The hotel itself and our room was well designed for our family vacation. The hotel breakfast was great. I suggest that you stay at this hotel on your holiday. Thank you Walter au Lac
Patrica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always the best for the money at the best location in all of lugano
Ned, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel with a view.

One of the best locations in Lugano. A bit tricky to park. Ok breakfast.
MICHAEL, 1-night trip