"The staff went all out to make our stay feel the most confortable and welcoming I have ever felt in a hotel. Friendly, knowledgeable, they definitely went the extra mile. The spa, the location, the grounds, all were just stunningly beautiful. Walkable to the center of the shops, restaurants and coffee places. I would live there if I could. It is just an amazing hotel."
"The staff went all out to make our stay feel the most confortable and welcoming I have ever felt in a hotel. Friendly, knowledgeable, they definitely went the extra mile. The spa, the location, the grounds, all were just stunningly beautiful. Walkable to the center of the shops, restaurants and coffee places. I would live there if I could. It is just an amazing hotel."
"Our stay was exceptional with a nice balcony and view.
The breakfast and dinner was excellent and they even provided a complimentary smart vehicle to take into the city. Nice touch."
"Our stay was exceptional with a nice balcony and view.
The breakfast and dinner was excellent and they even provided a complimentary smart vehicle to take into the city. Nice touch."
"Beautiful location. Scenic views. Fun to be up and away from thr bustle and bustle of Como. The funicolare is super convenient unless you have multiple suitcases."
"Beautiful location. Scenic views. Fun to be up and away from thr bustle and bustle of Como. The funicolare is super convenient unless you have multiple suitcases."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stayed in an Executive Double Room Lake View for 4 nights. Fabulous break. Hotel was outstanding and we could not have wished for a more attentive service. Made to feel special. Excellent concierge service, even buying our rail tickets for Milan from the station.
The most wonderful breakfast experience - fabulous spread and choice and particularly enjoyed the Homemade yogurt. homemade Jams, homemade breads homemade croissants (4 varieties) all too delicious, finishing with a Prosecco....
Stayed in an Executive Double Room Lake View for 4 nights. Fabulous break. Hotel was outstanding and we could not have wished for a more attentive service. Made to feel special. Excellent concierge service, even buying our rail tickets for Milan from the station.
The most wonderful breakfast experience - fabulous spread and choice and particularly enjoyed the Homemade yogurt. homemade Jams, homemade breads homemade croissants (4 varieties) all too delicious, finishing with a Prosecco....
Pictures do not do this place justice. The garden view is amazing with visibility of lake lugano and the distant mountains. Such a beautiful hotel. The staff are very accommodating and friendly. I loved the breakfast, it's simple but very tasty. I highly recommend this hotel
Pictures do not do this place justice. The garden view is amazing with visibility of lake lugano and the distant mountains. Such a beautiful hotel. The staff are very accommodating and friendly. I loved the breakfast, it's simple but very tasty. I highly recommend this hotel
Excellent location and a nice hotel. Our room was lovely with a small balcony and a beautiful view of the lake. Most staff was helpful and friendly except on Thursday morning breakfast staff was not welcoming at all. They sat around smoking and breakfast was not ready on time (8am start a little late anyways).
Excellent location and a nice hotel. Our room was lovely with a small balcony and a beautiful view of the lake. Most staff was helpful and friendly except on Thursday morning breakfast staff was not welcoming at all. They sat around smoking and breakfast was not ready on time (8am start a little late anyways).
Possibly the very best hotel I've stayed at. The entire experience from check in to check out was exceptional. The staff couldn't be more helpful. Planning the next trip as we speak!
Possibly the very best hotel I've stayed at. The entire experience from check in to check out was exceptional. The staff couldn't be more helpful. Planning the next trip as we speak!
Everything worked well from the ease of checking in to the upgraded room overlooking the lake to the excellent, responsive staff. The visit was a delight from start to finish. Of particular note were the arrangements for breakfast and the extreme helpfulness and resourcefulness of the members of the concierge team. Can't speak highly enough of them.
Everything worked well from the ease of checking in to the upgraded room overlooking the lake to the excellent, responsive staff. The visit was a delight from start to finish. Of particular note were the arrangements for breakfast and the extreme helpfulness and resourcefulness of the members of the concierge team. Can't speak highly enough of them.
BSK
Reviewed October 23, 2016Reviewed October 23, 2016
Good location on the lake and overall a very nice hotel would recommend although we have extended our stay as we liked it here they have charged us a fair bit more on the nightly rate than our first few days which is a little unfair
Good location on the lake and overall a very nice hotel would recommend although we have extended our stay as we liked it here they have charged us a fair bit more on the nightly rate than our first few days which is a little unfair
An unusual hotel!. The bedrooms at the front are all glass so the blinds went up and down like yo yos. We were at the front so nearby houses could see in. It was a bit like being in a goldfish bowl To have any privacy the blinds were dropped but then you lost the views. .Due to the expensive local stone which lines the walls in the bathroom, there are no towel rails so get used to leaving them on the floor.
The hotel has a chocolate factory and coffee shop at which hotel guests get a discount....
An unusual hotel!. The bedrooms at the front are all glass so the blinds went up and down like yo yos. We were at the front so nearby houses could see in. It was a bit like being in a goldfish bowl To have any privacy the blinds were dropped but then you lost the views. .Due to the expensive local stone which lines the walls in the bathroom, there are no towel rails so get used to leaving them on the floor.
The hotel has a chocolate factory and coffee shop at which hotel guests get a discount....
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 74 guestrooms, 3 restaurants and a full-service spa. If you're searching for a boutique hotel, you might also want to look at Hotel Splendide Royal.
What's there to see and do in Lugano?
The shopping, restaurants and lakeside setting are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Activities and attractions to experience around Lugano include Piazza della Riforma, Volta Temple and Hermann Hesse Museum. You might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like Via Nassa, Ferroviario del Verbano Museum and Villa dei Cedri Civic Museum while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Lugano?
Having a good idea of the weather in Lugano is important when planning your trip. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Lugano is 1548 mm.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Lugano?
You have a few options for transportation to and around Lugano. The nearest major airport is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the heart of the city, but Malpensa International Airport (MXP) may also be an option. Head over to Lugano Funicular Station to catch the metro. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) or Lugano Station.