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About this property
The newly renovated Hotel Besso is centrally located, near the Main Train Station of Lugano. It offers free Wi-Fi all over the hotel. Buffet breakfast is available to start the day with before setting out for some sightseeing or your business meetings. You can leave your car at Hotel Besso.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Simon
Australia
“Great location near Lugano train Stn & cable car at Stn down to near lake front . Spacious bedroom /comfortable bed & spacious bathroom , pleasant helpful Staff. They offered free train/bus card for duration of my stay.” - Gözde
Switzerland
“Staff was very helpful. The location was excellent (3-5 minutes to the train station).” - Helena
South Africa
“The hotel is located near the Lugano train and bus station, making travel easy. The staff were friendly and very helpful and helped as to get the Ticino card upon arrival at the hotel.” - Michael
France
“Very close to the train station, friendly and helpful staff, pleasant and clean room with a little balcony” - Martina
Italy
“The staff is amazing and very kind. They explained everything we need about transportation in Lugano.” - Kumi
Switzerland
“The location of the hotel is one of the positive points. The building itself is very old as well as furniture so if you like antiques style, the hotel suits your stay. Only very minimum amenities are provided.” - Henriette
Switzerland
“Thank you for the kind service. I was only there for one night, so I need to come back soon.” - Margaret
Australia
“The staff were very helpful with local advice such as using the funicular for a one minute journey to the old town. The location was ideal for train travellers as it was a short walk from the train station. Breakfast was very good value with...” - Jonathan
United Kingdom
“The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The location was great. The only negative I have is the curtains - they let so much light in there’s almost no point in having them!” - Teedam
United Kingdom
“Loved having a balcony although the weather was poor and there's scaffolding on one side. Staff were all friendly and spoke good English.”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of Hotel Besso Lugano Center
Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Balcony
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
PetsPets are allowed. No extra charges.
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPrivate parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs CHF 15 per day.
- Accessible parking
Transport
- Public transport tickets
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
General
- Pet bowls
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Air conditioningAdditional charge
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Lift
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please inform the hotel, if you want to check-in after 20:00.Air conditioning is available in the rooms at an additional charge. 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
License number: LEAR 210