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International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

3.5 star property

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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View
Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | Aerial view
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Panoramic Single Room | Balcony

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Via Nassa 68, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Place, Via Nassa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo dei Congressi
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Panoramic Single Room | Balcony

Panoramic Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room, City View

Classic Double Room, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel

A bar/lounge, a seasonal outdoor pool, and conference space are available at this hotel. Free full breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request.
International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel offers 76 accommodations with safes and blackout drapes/curtains. This Lugano hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angioli. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a bar are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 592 square feet (55 square meters) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the historic International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Lugano hotel.

Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Bar/lounge - Onsite bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (CHF 25 per night)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (CHF 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 592 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1906
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CHF 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night
  • Destination fee: CHF 1.25 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 20 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 25 per night (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out fee: CHF 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

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International au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 553 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 553 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 553 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 553 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 553 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent classic hotel on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent, professionally managed hotel in the center of a beautiful landscape.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the waterfront in a beautiful city. Great old charm and the breakfast had many options. Staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. And we could store our bags to wander the town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay!

Friendly and helpful staff, great location and newly renovated room with a fantastic view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED our stay at this hotel! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in Lugano!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed. Good internet. Good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the lake. Excellent patio. Lovely restoration.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would highly recommend this hotel. It is perfectly located, clean, and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast and staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay at Hotel Internationale du Lac. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The location can’t be beat for walking along the lake and general atmosphere. We enjoyed the “honesty bar” and outdoor space, including ping pong. The breakfast was delicious, with the best muesli of our trip and excellent croissants. A truly great historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, centrally located for exploring. Beautiful rooms, incredibly tidy and clean, breakfast options were massive and the staff were friendly, helpful and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel!

We stayed at Hotel International Au Lac for three nights in early August - two rooms for two adults, two teenagers, and our dog. And it was an absolute delight from start to finish.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel in the centre of Lugano, lots of character and history and the room overlooking the lake was fabulous. Definitely a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel, upscale , easy parking, great breakfast, AC, close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful amazing hotel near the lake. Upon check in, we were informed that we had been upgraded for our stay to a lake view room. Staff was very friendly, they helped us to get a taxi upon departure. Breakfast was great and the room was beautiful and very comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
View from our room
Hotel at night
Honesty bar
Room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel in Charming Town

Lovely hotel on lake. Old world charm with modern conveniences. Near bus and train. Informative staff. Signs on all languages in room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. Would love to come back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in spectacular location on lake Lugano. Art center, historic sites, restaurants, and shopping within easy walking distance. Hotel breakfast, pool, and common areas were exceptional and staff were super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024