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Hotel San Carlo

$191

/ night

Avg. for September

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Prices for Hotel San Carlo

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$191

/ night

Avg. for September

Monthly average prices

Nightly prices at Hotel San Carlo average $141 in January, the cheapest month, and $209 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.

Average nightly price at Hotel San Carlo by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$141
February	$141
March	$147
April	$185
May	$209
June	$196
July	$189
August	$178
September	$191
October	$192
November	$149
December	$158

Most expensive: May (~$209)

Cheapest: January (~$141)

About this property

San Carlo Garni offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel.Visitors can take adv...

Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Housekeeping
Luggage Storage

Location

Via Nassa 28, Lugano City-Centre, Lugano, Switzerland

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Room options

12

Standard Double Room with Extra Bed

Room details

1 Queen Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 3

183 ft²

Quiet Street View

Heating

Private Bathroom

Crib(s)

Private Entrance

18

Standard Double Room

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

172 ft²

Quiet Street View

Heating

Private Bathroom

Crib(s)

Private Entrance

6

Double Room with Shared Toilet

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

161 ft²

Heating

Shared Bathroom

Crib(s)

Private Entrance

6

Standard Quadruple Room

Room details

1 Queen Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

or

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

269 ft²

Heating

Private Bathroom

Crib(s)

Private Entrance

4

Single Room

Room details

1 Queen Bed

129 ft²

Heating

Private Bathroom

Crib(s)

Private Entrance

4

Double Room

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

161 ft²

Heating

Private Bathroom

TV

Private Entrance

Guest reviews of Hotel San Carlo

8.1

Very good

Based on 1,566 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

15%

Couple

31%

Family

34%

Group

10%

Solo

8%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Across reviews of Hotel San Carlo, travelers praise its central location near the lake and shops and the friendly staff, while noting simple rooms that can feel small, dated, and warm in summer where many lack air conditioning.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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What guests think

Across reviews of Hotel San Carlo, travelers praise its central location near the lake and shops and the friendly staff, while noting simple rooms that can feel small, dated, and warm in summer where many lack air conditioning.

Cleanliness is frequently highlighted, though a few guests mention tired furnishings or occasional housekeeping misses. Some rooms have shared or semi open bathroom setups and noise can carry due to thin walls or the lively center. Breakfast feedback trends basic, and maintenance responses vary. Expect a no-frills stay suited to budget-minded travelers.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with an elevator noted; nearby public or partner parking is available.

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8

Martin

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dejligt centralt hotel med kig til vandet (fra vores værelse). OK roligt om natten. Ingen faciliteter fx lounge miljø. TV virkede ikke, til gengæld tændte det sig selv midt om natten (ØV, vågnede!!). Betalte for parkering (offentligt) 6-7 min. gang fra hotellet.

Dejligt centralt hotel med kig til vandet (fra vores værelse). OK roligt om natten. Ingen faciliteter fx lounge miljø. TV virkede ikke, til gengæld tændte det sig selv midt om natten (ØV, vågnede!!). Betalte for parkering (offentligt) 6-7 min. gang fra hotellet.

10

Louise

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A budget hotel but in a fantastic location with really lovely staff. It was quiet, the bed was comfortable. No aircon but they do have a lift

A budget hotel but in a fantastic location with really lovely staff. It was quiet, the bed was comfortable. No aircon but they do have a lift

10

stephane

Jan 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Hôtel très bien situé dans le coeur de Lugano. Tout était Ok. Accueil sympathique. Parking à proximité avec un tarif intéressant proposé par l'hôtel + carte gratuite pour transport en commun et visites de sites. Je recommande cet hôtel sans problème.

Hôtel très bien situé dans le coeur de Lugano. Tout était Ok. Accueil sympathique. Parking à proximité avec un tarif intéressant proposé par l'hôtel + carte gratuite pour transport en commun et visites de sites. Je recommande cet hôtel sans problème.

8

Irving J

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel simple en plein centre ville. Faculté d'accès depuis la gare. Pas de pdj. Beau téléviseur. Ascenseur. Très propre. Prix tout a fait correct. Près des bus pour aller a Morcote etc. Personnel Très aimable et souriant ..

Hotel simple en plein centre ville. Faculté d'accès depuis la gare. Pas de pdj. Beau téléviseur. Ascenseur. Très propre. Prix tout a fait correct. Près des bus pour aller a Morcote etc. Personnel Très aimable et souriant ..

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Cleanliness

Generally clean rooms and spaces are praised across reviews, though a few note dated condition or occasional misses (e.g., items left under beds).

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4

Malene

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Vi havde booket familieværelse til 4. Sindssygt varmt værelse uden afkøling/aircondition og ingen plads andet en de 4 senge. Dette ophold var dobbelt så dyrt som vores andre ophold, så forventede bedre standard end de andre ophold vi har booket, hvor der var aircondition og lille sofagruppe til familie på 4. Der lå ting under sengen fra andre gæster, hvilket ikke vidner om god rengøring. Morgenmaden var middel. Men absolut det minimale man vil forvente.

Vi havde booket familieværelse til 4. Sindssygt varmt værelse uden afkøling/aircondition og ingen plads andet en de 4 senge. Dette ophold var dobbelt så dyrt som vores andre ophold, så forventede bedre standard end de andre ophold vi har booket, hvor der var aircondition og lille sofagruppe til familie på 4. Der lå ting under sengen fra andre gæster, hvilket ikke vidner om god rengøring. Morgenmaden var middel. Men absolut det minimale man vil forvente.

10

Richard

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

location is very good. 5 minutes from the lake, 9 minutes from the train, in the middle of many shops. Clean room and the fan was helpful. Overall very good and I would stay there again.

location is very good. 5 minutes from the lake, 9 minutes from the train, in the middle of many shops. Clean room and the fan was helpful. Overall very good and I would stay there again.

4

DKL

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Schoon en centraal gelegen maar erg gedateerd qua voorzieningen zonder dat daar een bepaalde ‘gedateerde’ charme tegenover staat. Oude open kast zonder kleerhangers. Geen stopcontacten behalve die al gebruikt zijn voor tv en voor de oude ventilator die heel erg veel lawaai maakt. Het was heel warm, kamer niet fris te krijgen. Veel lawaai ook van straat.

Schoon en centraal gelegen maar erg gedateerd qua voorzieningen zonder dat daar een bepaalde ‘gedateerde’ charme tegenover staat. Oude open kast zonder kleerhangers. Geen stopcontacten behalve die al gebruikt zijn voor tv en voor de oude ventilator die heel erg veel lawaai maakt. Het was heel warm, kamer niet fris te krijgen. Veel lawaai ook van straat.

8

Jan

Aug 12, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Hotel in de winkelstraat van Lugano! Hotel ligt op een minuut lopen van boulevard van meer van Lugano. Kamer klein maar schoon,ok.Ontbijt viel mij wat tegen,te eenvoudig,koffie was wel heerlijk.

Hotel in de winkelstraat van Lugano! Hotel ligt op een minuut lopen van boulevard van meer van Lugano. Kamer klein maar schoon,ok.Ontbijt viel mij wat tegen,te eenvoudig,koffie was wel heerlijk.

10

Jimmy

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and quiet neighborhood! Would stay again :)

Very clean and quiet neighborhood! Would stay again :)

10

Amanda

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The reception staff was very friendly and waited for our arrival. The room was clean and comfortable with a nice bathroom. It was a short 1-2 min walk to the main road where you can see their lake. Easy check-out where you can drop your keys. We would definitely stay here again!

The reception staff was very friendly and waited for our arrival. The room was clean and comfortable with a nice bathroom. It was a short 1-2 min walk to the main road where you can see their lake. Easy check-out where you can drop your keys. We would definitely stay here again!

6

Erik

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Estuve en varias habitaciones durante mi viaje y todas cumplieron con lo necesario: limpieza, comodidad y buen trato. Hubo algunos detalles menores, pero nada que arruinara la experiencia. Una opción muy recomendable.

Estuve en varias habitaciones durante mi viaje y todas cumplieron con lo necesario: limpieza, comodidad y buen trato. Hubo algunos detalles menores, pero nada que arruinara la experiencia. Una opción muy recomendable.

8

Irving J

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel simple en plein centre ville. Faculté d'accès depuis la gare. Pas de pdj. Beau téléviseur. Ascenseur. Très propre. Prix tout a fait correct. Près des bus pour aller a Morcote etc. Personnel Très aimable et souriant ..

Hotel simple en plein centre ville. Faculté d'accès depuis la gare. Pas de pdj. Beau téléviseur. Ascenseur. Très propre. Prix tout a fait correct. Près des bus pour aller a Morcote etc. Personnel Très aimable et souriant ..

10

Elena

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Siamo state entusiaste del soggiorno. Tutto era pulito, la reception molto cordiale e la location è ottima nel cuore di Lugano

Siamo state entusiaste del soggiorno. Tutto era pulito, la reception molto cordiale e la location è ottima nel cuore di Lugano

8

Karin

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Very clean. Nothing fancy, but conveniently located and functional. Soap dispenser built into shower. Tub too small for a bath, but not a problem for us. High powered fan for hot days, no AC. Mattress ok for a couple of nights. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Great location! Very clean. Nothing fancy, but conveniently located and functional. Soap dispenser built into shower. Tub too small for a bath, but not a problem for us. High powered fan for hot days, no AC. Mattress ok for a couple of nights. Very friendly and helpful staff.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and often small or dated. Many lack air conditioning, with fans provided, leading to heat issues in summer; some layouts feature shared or semi open bathrooms, and noise can be an issue depending on location and thin walls.

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4

Malene

Jul 24, 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Vi havde booket familieværelse til 4. Sindssygt varmt værelse uden afkøling/aircondition og ingen plads andet en de 4 senge. Dette ophold var dobbelt så dyrt som vores andre ophold, så forventede bedre standard end de andre ophold vi har booket, hvor der var aircondition og lille sofagruppe til familie på 4. Der lå ting under sengen fra andre gæster, hvilket ikke vidner om god rengøring. Morgenmaden var middel. Men absolut det minimale man vil forvente.

Vi havde booket familieværelse til 4. Sindssygt varmt værelse uden afkøling/aircondition og ingen plads andet en de 4 senge. Dette ophold var dobbelt så dyrt som vores andre ophold, så forventede bedre standard end de andre ophold vi har booket, hvor der var aircondition og lille sofagruppe til familie på 4. Der lå ting under sengen fra andre gæster, hvilket ikke vidner om god rengøring. Morgenmaden var middel. Men absolut det minimale man vil forvente.

6

Elaine

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is very tired and in need of work. The furnishings are cheap & the rooms need decorating. The bathroom was particularly small with bared wires on the hairdryer.

The property is very tired and in need of work. The furnishings are cheap & the rooms need decorating. The bathroom was particularly small with bared wires on the hairdryer.

4

Amanda

Jun 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room: Having to share a toilet room was not bad but this was NOT a hotel room - it was like a hostel room. For the price I was shocked. Tiny room - Bed crammed in one corner, sink and shower on one wall, a table and chair and tv Plus cabinet. No amenities like a blow dryer - I was glad they had soap. No AC (they did have an overhead fan) which was okay but the noise from the city could be heard at night. Would not recommend for this price.

Our room: Having to share a toilet room was not bad but this was NOT a hotel room - it was like a hostel room. For the price I was shocked. Tiny room - Bed crammed in one corner, sink and shower on one wall, a table and chair and tv Plus cabinet. No amenities like a blow dryer - I was glad they had soap. No AC (they did have an overhead fan) which was okay but the noise from the city could be heard at night. Would not recommend for this price.

4

DKL

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Schoon en centraal gelegen maar erg gedateerd qua voorzieningen zonder dat daar een bepaalde ‘gedateerde’ charme tegenover staat. Oude open kast zonder kleerhangers. Geen stopcontacten behalve die al gebruikt zijn voor tv en voor de oude ventilator die heel erg veel lawaai maakt. Het was heel warm, kamer niet fris te krijgen. Veel lawaai ook van straat.

Schoon en centraal gelegen maar erg gedateerd qua voorzieningen zonder dat daar een bepaalde ‘gedateerde’ charme tegenover staat. Oude open kast zonder kleerhangers. Geen stopcontacten behalve die al gebruikt zijn voor tv en voor de oude ventilator die heel erg veel lawaai maakt. Het was heel warm, kamer niet fris te krijgen. Veel lawaai ook van straat.

4

Rita

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Poor hotel. The room we stayed didn't look like what's pictured. Extremely hot in the room, over 90, just a very loud fan.

Poor hotel. The room we stayed didn't look like what's pictured. Extremely hot in the room, over 90, just a very loud fan.

6

Zenun

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ort ist sehr zentral. Das Hotel an sich ist ok, leider keine Klimaanlage. Einrichtung für ein 2-Sterne Hotel kann man sich nicht beklagen.

Ort ist sehr zentral. Das Hotel an sich ist ok, leider keine Klimaanlage. Einrichtung für ein 2-Sterne Hotel kann man sich nicht beklagen.

6

Mehnoosh

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is excellent and the manager was great to accommodate our request to change our room. The setup in this hotel was odd and two rooms had a sharing bathroom which was next to our room. Every time they used the bathroom we could hear the flushing and bathroom door. The second night the manager changed our room to different floor and we had a good night sleep.

Location is excellent and the manager was great to accommodate our request to change our room. The setup in this hotel was odd and two rooms had a sharing bathroom which was next to our room. Every time they used the bathroom we could hear the flushing and bathroom door. The second night the manager changed our room to different floor and we had a good night sleep.

6

Peter

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s walkable, due to the slopes and stairs, should take the funicular or bus to hotel. Very old, limited supply. Our room is very small. Sink (in the room), toilet (with door) and bath area (with clear glass door) are separate. Space at end of bed not even big enough for a ck luggage to go through.

It’s walkable, due to the slopes and stairs, should take the funicular or bus to hotel. Very old, limited supply. Our room is very small. Sink (in the room), toilet (with door) and bath area (with clear glass door) are separate. Space at end of bed not even big enough for a ck luggage to go through.

10

Povl H.

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice big family room right on the shopping street. Everything looked newly maintained. No A/C - only portable one. So we slept with open windows. No problem with noise. Recommended.

Nice big family room right on the shopping street. Everything looked newly maintained. No A/C - only portable one. So we slept with open windows. No problem with noise. Recommended.

8

Karin

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Very clean. Nothing fancy, but conveniently located and functional. Soap dispenser built into shower. Tub too small for a bath, but not a problem for us. High powered fan for hot days, no AC. Mattress ok for a couple of nights. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Great location! Very clean. Nothing fancy, but conveniently located and functional. Soap dispenser built into shower. Tub too small for a bath, but not a problem for us. High powered fan for hot days, no AC. Mattress ok for a couple of nights. Very friendly and helpful staff.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check in/out and support for late arrivals. A few guests report issues such as overbooking or slow maintenance responses.

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karen

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Worst check on ever and hotels.com no help at all they had overbooked the hotel and even though we had paid and confirmed reservations from nov last year. The receptionist was so rude saying he couldn’t help us stating he wasn’t going to put himself on a cross for us!! Told us to get a refund and go find ourselves a room. They did give us alternative accommodation so far out of town and three hrs after our arrival. As I said disgusting service i have never been spoken to in such a rude manner and no regard for us at all

Worst check on ever and hotels.com no help at all they had overbooked the hotel and even though we had paid and confirmed reservations from nov last year. The receptionist was so rude saying he couldn’t help us stating he wasn’t going to put himself on a cross for us!! Told us to get a refund and go find ourselves a room. They did give us alternative accommodation so far out of town and three hrs after our arrival. As I said disgusting service i have never been spoken to in such a rude manner and no regard for us at all

10

Christian

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

BEST PLACE TO STAY IN LUGANO! 👌 The reception staff were amazingly helpful. Thank you!

BEST PLACE TO STAY IN LUGANO! 👌 The reception staff were amazingly helpful. Thank you!

10

Leela

Apr 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Mine was a late checking around 10pm , hotel team made it so convenient for me , given clear instructions and when some thing is not working they able to give alternative immediatey , always answered my phone and great location with fine dining options at late hour as well , room is very neat and have all the required amenities - keep up the good work

Mine was a late checking around 10pm , hotel team made it so convenient for me , given clear instructions and when some thing is not working they able to give alternative immediatey , always answered my phone and great location with fine dining options at late hour as well , room is very neat and have all the required amenities - keep up the good work

8

Daniel

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Location is outstanding and is in the middle of the old town within 10walk from the train station and a block form Lake Lugano. The check-in staff were very friendly and very helpful whenever we had questions. One thing that could be improved is to respond to customer issues. Our shower head fell and broke. We reported the issue and it wasn’t fixed for two days before we left. We basically used a hose for shower for a couple of days. I believe this is something simple that could be fixed relatively fast and it didn’t make sense it wasn’t fixed before we left. I would stay here again for sure.

Location is outstanding and is in the middle of the old town within 10walk from the train station and a block form Lake Lugano. The check-in staff were very friendly and very helpful whenever we had questions. One thing that could be improved is to respond to customer issues. Our shower head fell and broke. We reported the issue and it wasn’t fixed for two days before we left. We basically used a hose for shower for a couple of days. I believe this is something simple that could be fixed relatively fast and it didn’t make sense it wasn’t fixed before we left. I would stay here again for sure.

10

Vincenzo

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ich war nur 1 Nacht hier aber sowohl das Personal wie auch das Zimmer waren sehr gut. Kann ich sehr empfehlen.

Ich war nur 1 Nacht hier aber sowohl das Personal wie auch das Zimmer waren sehr gut. Kann ich sehr empfehlen.

10

Amanda

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The reception staff was very friendly and waited for our arrival. The room was clean and comfortable with a nice bathroom. It was a short 1-2 min walk to the main road where you can see their lake. Easy check-out where you can drop your keys. We would definitely stay here again!

The reception staff was very friendly and waited for our arrival. The room was clean and comfortable with a nice bathroom. It was a short 1-2 min walk to the main road where you can see their lake. Easy check-out where you can drop your keys. We would definitely stay here again!

10

Melissa

Aug 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The employees at San Carlo were friendly and welcoming. They were very helpful and went above and beyond to help us navigate a town when we didn't speak the language.

The employees at San Carlo were friendly and welcoming. They were very helpful and went above and beyond to help us navigate a town when we didn't speak the language.

10

Elissabeth

Apr 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is dated, like you staying at your Europeans grandparents bathroom vibes. Which in itself is the experience when in Europe! Clean place, amazing spot for convenience without a car. The staff at desk are warming and welcoming!

The property is dated, like you staying at your Europeans grandparents bathroom vibes. Which in itself is the experience when in Europe! Clean place, amazing spot for convenience without a car. The staff at desk are warming and welcoming!

8

Monika

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sehr netter Empfang, hilfsbereit und freundlich. Wenig komfort, dafür perfekte Lage in der Innenstadt

Sehr netter Empfang, hilfsbereit und freundlich. Wenig komfort, dafür perfekte Lage in der Innenstadt

8

Karin

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Very clean. Nothing fancy, but conveniently located and functional. Soap dispenser built into shower. Tub too small for a bath, but not a problem for us. High powered fan for hot days, no AC. Mattress ok for a couple of nights. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Great location! Very clean. Nothing fancy, but conveniently located and functional. Soap dispenser built into shower. Tub too small for a bath, but not a problem for us. High powered fan for hot days, no AC. Mattress ok for a couple of nights. Very friendly and helpful staff.

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Location

Excellent central location near the lake, shops, and public transport; roughly 5–10 minutes to the train for some. Street or church-bell noise and an uphill approach can affect certain stays.

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Martin

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dejligt centralt hotel med kig til vandet (fra vores værelse). OK roligt om natten. Ingen faciliteter fx lounge miljø. TV virkede ikke, til gengæld tændte det sig selv midt om natten (ØV, vågnede!!). Betalte for parkering (offentligt) 6-7 min. gang fra hotellet.

Dejligt centralt hotel med kig til vandet (fra vores værelse). OK roligt om natten. Ingen faciliteter fx lounge miljø. TV virkede ikke, til gengæld tændte det sig selv midt om natten (ØV, vågnede!!). Betalte for parkering (offentligt) 6-7 min. gang fra hotellet.

10

Richard

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

location is very good. 5 minutes from the lake, 9 minutes from the train, in the middle of many shops. Clean room and the fan was helpful. Overall very good and I would stay there again.

location is very good. 5 minutes from the lake, 9 minutes from the train, in the middle of many shops. Clean room and the fan was helpful. Overall very good and I would stay there again.

10

Beatrice

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Tolles Preis/Leistungsverhältnis und unschlagbare Lage

Tolles Preis/Leistungsverhältnis und unschlagbare Lage

8

Akiko

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

駅から近く周辺にレストラン等なんでもあり便利

駅から近く周辺にレストラン等なんでもあり便利

8

Diane

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a perfect, basic, no frills hotel if you need a central location in Lugano.

This is a perfect, basic, no frills hotel if you need a central location in Lugano.

6

Peter

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s walkable, due to the slopes and stairs, should take the funicular or bus to hotel. Very old, limited supply. Our room is very small. Sink (in the room), toilet (with door) and bath area (with clear glass door) are separate. Space at end of bed not even big enough for a ck luggage to go through.

It’s walkable, due to the slopes and stairs, should take the funicular or bus to hotel. Very old, limited supply. Our room is very small. Sink (in the room), toilet (with door) and bath area (with clear glass door) are separate. Space at end of bed not even big enough for a ck luggage to go through.

8

Thomas

Jul 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Idéalement situé pour le Summer Jamboree on the Lake. Juste à côté du centre et du lac. Le personnel est très sympathique. L'hôtel est propre, correct et surtout d'un bon rapport-qualité-prix. C'est dans le centre donc ça peut être bruyant le matin et surtout le dimanche avec les cloches de l'église juste à côté. J'ai réservé une chambre sans WC mais avec douche. On n'a pas pu changer malheureusement parce que l'hôtel était plein, mais ça n'a pas été un grand problème au final. On n'y va pas pour le petit-déjeuner. C'est très basique.

Idéalement situé pour le Summer Jamboree on the Lake. Juste à côté du centre et du lac. Le personnel est très sympathique. L'hôtel est propre, correct et surtout d'un bon rapport-qualité-prix. C'est dans le centre donc ça peut être bruyant le matin et surtout le dimanche avec les cloches de l'église juste à côté. J'ai réservé une chambre sans WC mais avec douche. On n'a pas pu changer malheureusement parce que l'hôtel était plein, mais ça n'a pas été un grand problème au final. On n'y va pas pour le petit-déjeuner. C'est très basique.

8

Norma

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ideal location near the Lugano Lake.

Ideal location near the Lugano Lake.

6

Anita

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

… ich hatte ein Zimmer zur Strasse. Dort war es in der Nacht von Samstag auf Sonntag sehr laut. Auch war es im Hotel sehr ringhörig. Wie bereits geschrieben für mich stimmte das Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis => mein Ziel war ein Platz zum Schlafen und das hat gepasst

… ich hatte ein Zimmer zur Strasse. Dort war es in der Nacht von Samstag auf Sonntag sehr laut. Auch war es im Hotel sehr ringhörig. Wie bereits geschrieben für mich stimmte das Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis => mein Ziel war ein Platz zum Schlafen und das hat gepasst

10

Marc

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent séjour à Lugano. Hôtel magnifiquement bien situé et sympathique. Dans le centre, près du Lac, au milieu des restos. Loin du quartier Paradiso qui est le dortoir de la ville. Mais les suisses pratiquent des prix « indécents « . San Carlo échappe un peu à cette critique mais j’éviterai la Suisse chaque fois que possible.

Excellent séjour à Lugano. Hôtel magnifiquement bien situé et sympathique. Dans le centre, près du Lac, au milieu des restos. Loin du quartier Paradiso qui est le dortoir de la ville. Mais les suisses pratiquent des prix « indécents « . San Carlo échappe un peu à cette critique mais j’éviterai la Suisse chaque fois que possible.

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Dining

Breakfast is commonly described as basic to below average, though a few guests found it good.

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4

Malene

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Vi havde booket familieværelse til 4. Sindssygt varmt værelse uden afkøling/aircondition og ingen plads andet en de 4 senge. Dette ophold var dobbelt så dyrt som vores andre ophold, så forventede bedre standard end de andre ophold vi har booket, hvor der var aircondition og lille sofagruppe til familie på 4. Der lå ting under sengen fra andre gæster, hvilket ikke vidner om god rengøring. Morgenmaden var middel. Men absolut det minimale man vil forvente.

Vi havde booket familieværelse til 4. Sindssygt varmt værelse uden afkøling/aircondition og ingen plads andet en de 4 senge. Dette ophold var dobbelt så dyrt som vores andre ophold, så forventede bedre standard end de andre ophold vi har booket, hvor der var aircondition og lille sofagruppe til familie på 4. Der lå ting under sengen fra andre gæster, hvilket ikke vidner om god rengøring. Morgenmaden var middel. Men absolut det minimale man vil forvente.

8

Natalia

May 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Breakfast included which was just ok. The WiFi is free but the wifi can be a little slow. The walls are very thin and you can hear everything. The space is very small. No water given and the room was all little stuffy.

Great location. Breakfast included which was just ok. The WiFi is free but the wifi can be a little slow. The walls are very thin and you can hear everything. The space is very small. No water given and the room was all little stuffy.

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Jan

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel in de winkelstraat van Lugano! Hotel ligt op een minuut lopen van boulevard van meer van Lugano. Kamer klein maar schoon,ok.Ontbijt viel mij wat tegen,te eenvoudig,koffie was wel heerlijk.

Hotel in de winkelstraat van Lugano! Hotel ligt op een minuut lopen van boulevard van meer van Lugano. Kamer klein maar schoon,ok.Ontbijt viel mij wat tegen,te eenvoudig,koffie was wel heerlijk.

8

Thomas

Jul 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Idéalement situé pour le Summer Jamboree on the Lake. Juste à côté du centre et du lac. Le personnel est très sympathique. L'hôtel est propre, correct et surtout d'un bon rapport-qualité-prix. C'est dans le centre donc ça peut être bruyant le matin et surtout le dimanche avec les cloches de l'église juste à côté. J'ai réservé une chambre sans WC mais avec douche. On n'a pas pu changer malheureusement parce que l'hôtel était plein, mais ça n'a pas été un grand problème au final. On n'y va pas pour le petit-déjeuner. C'est très basique.

Idéalement situé pour le Summer Jamboree on the Lake. Juste à côté du centre et du lac. Le personnel est très sympathique. L'hôtel est propre, correct et surtout d'un bon rapport-qualité-prix. C'est dans le centre donc ça peut être bruyant le matin et surtout le dimanche avec les cloches de l'église juste à côté. J'ai réservé une chambre sans WC mais avec douche. On n'a pas pu changer malheureusement parce que l'hôtel était plein, mais ça n'a pas été un grand problème au final. On n'y va pas pour le petit-déjeuner. C'est très basique.

8

Federico

Jun 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excelente ubicacion, el desayuno puede mejorar y si no le importa que la ducha esta visible al dormitorio y que no hay a/c es perfecto.

Excelente ubicacion, el desayuno puede mejorar y si no le importa que la ducha esta visible al dormitorio y que no hay a/c es perfecto.

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Tulsi

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

All the furniture and overall condition of the facility is below average. There is no Air conditioner in the rooms. Lugano is generally quite warm during summer months, the two nights we stayed at the facility were miserable. Breakfast is below average and no available at the time that was told to us. They were setting up breakfast 30 minutes after the time we were told breakfast will be ready. Overall avoid this place if you can.

All the furniture and overall condition of the facility is below average. There is no Air conditioner in the rooms. Lugano is generally quite warm during summer months, the two nights we stayed at the facility were miserable. Breakfast is below average and no available at the time that was told to us. They were setting up breakfast 30 minutes after the time we were told breakfast will be ready. Overall avoid this place if you can.

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Irving J

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel simple en plein centre ville. Faculté d'accès depuis la gare. Pas de pdj. Beau téléviseur. Ascenseur. Très propre. Prix tout a fait correct. Près des bus pour aller a Morcote etc. Personnel Très aimable et souriant ..

Hotel simple en plein centre ville. Faculté d'accès depuis la gare. Pas de pdj. Beau téléviseur. Ascenseur. Très propre. Prix tout a fait correct. Près des bus pour aller a Morcote etc. Personnel Très aimable et souriant ..

8

Jeremias

May 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Zimmer sind sehr einfach. Frühstück überraschend gut !

Zimmer sind sehr einfach. Frühstück überraschend gut !

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Joshua

2 weeks ago

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Stayed 2 nights

Pretty good hotel in a great location. The price was right and in Lugano, we didn’t spend much time in the room. However, it was clean and everything worked. Plenty of storage space and comfortable beds. We had a room looking out over the street and enjoyed opening the windows and hearing the sounds of the town, but they weren’t bothersome. Not a luxury hotel, but this is a hotel that the masses should consider. It checks all of the boxes! Absolutely no complaints and the staff were very kind and helpful.

Pretty good hotel in a great location. The price was right and in Lugano, we didn’t spend much time in the room. However, it was clean and everything worked. Plenty of storage space and comfortable beds. We had a room looking out over the street and enjoyed opening the windows and hearing the sounds of the town, but they weren’t bothersome. Not a luxury hotel, but this is a hotel that the masses should consider. It checks all of the boxes! Absolutely no complaints and the staff were very kind and helpful.

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Malin

Aug 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic experience! Good location near the lake, extremely helpful and friendly staff, clean room with all the basic necessities, all and all a very nice room for an affordable price. Would 100% stay here again when visiting Lugano!

Fantastic experience! Good location near the lake, extremely helpful and friendly staff, clean room with all the basic necessities, all and all a very nice room for an affordable price. Would 100% stay here again when visiting Lugano!

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Kristen

May 17, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The spoke English which was helpful since we don't speak Italian. They had drinks available in the lobby for purchase and maps showed us where our location was on the map. Very helpful.Hotel is cute and charming basic, clean, there was a little wear visible around the bathroom trim but minimal. Hotel is in an excellent location near a store that sells groceries, clothing and other items. Near many restaurants and shops. A 5 minute walk from the lake. Highly recommend.

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The spoke English which was helpful since we don't speak Italian. They had drinks available in the lobby for purchase and maps showed us where our location was on the map. Very helpful.Hotel is cute and charming basic, clean, there was a little wear visible around the bathroom trim but minimal. Hotel is in an excellent location near a store that sells groceries, clothing and other items. Near many restaurants and shops. A 5 minute walk from the lake. Highly recommend.

10

Urban

May 5, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Central location, great staff.

Central location, great staff.

6

Peter

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s walkable, due to the slopes and stairs, should take the funicular or bus to hotel. Very old, limited supply. Our room is very small. Sink (in the room), toilet (with door) and bath area (with clear glass door) are separate. Space at end of bed not even big enough for a ck luggage to go through.

It’s walkable, due to the slopes and stairs, should take the funicular or bus to hotel. Very old, limited supply. Our room is very small. Sink (in the room), toilet (with door) and bath area (with clear glass door) are separate. Space at end of bed not even big enough for a ck luggage to go through.

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FAQs about Hotel San Carlo

Is parking available at the property?

Accessible parking options are available directly at the hotel.

Is breakfast offered, and what are the serving hours?

An on-site breakfast is available for guests to enjoy each morning.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM until 11:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers wheelchair-accessible facilities, including step-free entrances and accessible parking.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

Hotel San Carlo is located in Lugano City-Centre, near Lake Lugano and Parco Ciani, with attractions like LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Monte San Salvatore nearby.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed to stay at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

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What do room rates usually look like at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano?

Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano typically land around $134 a night for two guests, ranging from $114 to $193 on peak dates.

When is the best time to visit Hotel San Carlo in Lugano to avoid crowds?

The quietest month at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano is February, while demand peaks in July. Plan for February if you prefer fewer people; July is the busiest stretch.

Which month is the cheapest to stay at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano?

January is the cheapest month to stay at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano, averaging $155 a night; May is the priciest at $229. February is the quietest month for crowds, which differs from the cheapest month.

How do Hotel San Carlo’s rates compare with other hotels in Lugano?

Hotel San Carlo in Lugano is cheaper than 6 of 13 comparable hotels nearby, with a typical median of $182 a night versus about $176 for peers.

How does the nightly price at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano compare to recent weeks?

The current price at Hotel San Carlo in Lugano is $170 per night for 2 guests, which is low for this hotel: about 10% below its $191 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $163 and $275.

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September 2026

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20 $167	21 $174	22 $162	23 $162	24 $167	25 $185	26 $1,094
27 $145	28 $147	29 $195	30 $170

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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.

2026-09-20: 167.3554876170044USD
2026-09-21: 173.83165897673035USD
2026-09-22: 161.8987316029053USD
2026-09-23: 161.8987316029053USD
2026-09-24: 167.30998253860474USD
2026-09-25: 184.9155610752411USD
2026-09-26: 1094.4888462856445USD
2026-09-27: 144.75886198737336USD
2026-09-28: 146.98884728721617USD
2026-09-29: 195.13845734661865USD
2026-09-30: 169.8386671665802USD
2026-10-01: 170.10866746817015USD
2026-10-02: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-03: 202.0484157624054USD
2026-10-04: 150.8588107406769USD
2026-10-05: 163.24871559542848USD
2026-10-06: 162.7687228439026USD
2026-10-07: 196.58845442523193USD
2026-10-08: 183.0985632623291USD
2026-10-09: 211.33833531860353USD
2026-10-10: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-11: 160.49874106733702USD
2026-10-12: 163.24871559542848USD
2026-10-13: 170.10866746817015USD
2026-10-14: 163.24871559542848USD
2026-10-15: 163.24871559542848USD
2026-10-16: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-17: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-18: 168.39867139657593USD
2026-10-19: 167.25867985398864USD
2026-10-20: 170.47687676690674USD
2026-10-21: 161.53873703926087USD
2026-10-22: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-23: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-24: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-10-25: 174.24863122322083USD
2026-10-26: 175.36862014859008USD
2026-10-27: 168.148673712204USD
2026-10-28: 161.1287359325714USD
2026-10-29: 175.16817360617065USD
2026-10-30: 187.83851795678711USD
2026-10-31: 191.6784949998474USD
2026-11-01: 162.18871700628662USD
2026-11-02: 123.10903274453736USD
2026-11-03: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-04: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-05: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-06: 132.69895652815248USD
2026-11-07: 132.94895421252443USD
2026-11-08: 113.03910745168304USD
2026-11-09: 123.10903274453736USD
2026-11-10: 123.10903274453736USD
2026-11-11: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-12: 123.10903274453736USD
2026-11-13: 132.94895421252443USD
2026-11-14: 132.69895652815248USD
2026-11-15: 113.25910996794128USD
2026-11-16: 123.10903274453736USD
2026-11-17: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-18: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-19: 122.86903636877442USD
2026-11-20: 132.69895652815248USD