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Situated on the lake promenade near the traffic-free centre of Lugano, Hotel Walter Au Lac offers you rooms with superb lake views. WiFi is free of charge. All air-conditioned rooms are renovated. Coffee and tea facilities are offered for free. Panoramic terrace located on the 5th floor. Shower, sunbeds and beach towels available on site. The funicular, the car parks, the pier, the post office, shops, the theatre and cinemas are easily reachable on foot from the Hotel Walter Au Lac.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Lugano, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Landmark view

  • Terrace

  • City view

  • Lake view


Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Fairos
Singapore Singapore
Location is great, room is very clean and comfortable. Great view.
Lynda
Australia Australia
Great location right on the lake, bus stop in front and shops behind. Very comfortable room with large balcony.
Ken
Malaysia Malaysia
Perfect location — supermarkets, high-end shopping and a bus stop right at the entrance. You can get here easily from SBB train station via funicular + 5-min walk or directly by bus. Great breakfast and friendly team.
Clare
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A superb spot with a picture postcard view of the lake from my second floor window. The pillows were the most comfortable of my month long trip.
Hazel
New Zealand New Zealand
Loved the location and the reception staff were very helpful.
Kelly
Australia Australia
Everything. I promiced myself in 2019 that I would return & I did in 2025. I hope to return again in the future & will stay for much longer than two nights. I am a fairly well travelled woman in my seventies & Lugarno is one of my favourite places...
Grzegorz
Poland Poland
Great localization in the center of the city, close to train station, lake across the street. The room was small, but clean and had all the advertised features, especially air conditioning and lake view. Breakfast had modest selection, but was...
Magdalena
Switzerland Switzerland
Great location, nice atmosphere of an old hotel. Rooms are comfortable, we stayed in both modern apartment as well as in more traditional one. Clean hotel with a nice breakfast and friendly staff.
Melissa
Australia Australia
Such a lovely old hotel - friendly, a perfect position, old world charm, beautiful view straight over the lake, and so close to everything. I didn't try the attached restaurant but it seemed casual and full every night. A sweet little single...
Zenaida
France France
The great location, the breakfast was great and the staff really nice

Availability

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Small Single Room with Lake View
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 single bed
US$496 for 3 nights
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Single Room with Lake View and Balcony
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 single bed
US$556 for 3 nights
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  • 1 large double bed
161 feet²
Lake view
Landmark view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max persons: 2
US$234 per night
Original price
US$780.78
Last-minute Deal
- US$78.08
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Total before taxes
US$702.71

US$234 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$212 per night
Original price
US$708.15
Last-minute Deal
- US$70.82
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.

Total before taxes
US$637.34

US$212 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
We have 1 left
194 feet²
Balcony
Lake view
Landmark view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$258 per night
Original price
US$859.47
Last-minute Deal
- US$85.95
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.

Total before taxes
US$773.52

US$258 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$236 per night
Original price
US$786.84
Last-minute Deal
- US$78.68
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Total before taxes
US$708.15

US$236 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
We have 2 left
  • 2 single beds
280 feet²
Balcony
Lake view
Landmark view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$304 per night
Original price
US$1,013.20
Last-minute Deal
- US$101.32
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Total before taxes
US$911.88

US$304 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$282 per night
Original price
US$940.57
Last-minute Deal
- US$94.06
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Total before taxes
US$846.52

US$282 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • 1 single bed
Lake view
Landmark view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$165 per night
Original price
US$550.79
Last-minute Deal
- US$55.08
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.

Total before taxes
US$495.71

US$165 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • We have 3 left
  • 1 single bed
Balcony
Lake view
Landmark view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$185 per night
Original price
US$617.36
Last-minute Deal
- US$61.74
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Total before taxes
US$555.63

US$185 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • We have 4 left
  • You won't be charged yet

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Very good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$0.13 per person.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 10:00
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Cold meat • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
Spaghetti Store
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Menu
    À la carte
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House rules

Hotel Walter Au Lac takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per child, per night
Cot upon request
CHF 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per person, per night

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Walter Au Lac in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.