Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, Lugano

Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is a 5-star property set within a private subtropical park on the shores of Lake Lugano. Rooms and suites are individually decorated and offer a balcony, terrace, or loggia with park or lake views. A converted 1885 noble Russian mansion, the hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

The hotel operates three on-site restaurants including two gourmet venues: Le Relais and Gallery Arté al Lago. These restaurants serve Mediterranean dishes prepared from fresh seasonal ingredients paired with wines from a well-stocked cellar. A unique on-site art gallery combined with fine dining sets the dining experience apart.

Guests have access to an indoor swimming pool, a tennis court, and a private beach area on Lake Lugano. The spa includes a hammam, sauna, steam room, hot tub, and a Clarins Beauty Corner offering personalized treatments. A fitness center with yoga classes and a personal trainer is also available.

Family-friendly services include babysitting, a games room, an indoor play area, and kids' meals in the restaurants. Business travelers can use the business centre, meeting rooms, and banquet facilities. A dedicated concierge service and 24-hour front desk are available for all guests.

The hotel sits right on Lake Lugano and is within walking distance of the Old Town, cafés, and shops. Bus stops, the boat pier, and the Monte Brè funicular are in the immediate vicinity. The hotel offers an airport shuttle, car hire, valet parking, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Location: Private subtropical park on Lake Lugano, 15 min walk from Old Town

Rooms: 56 individually decorated rooms with balcony or terrace and lake or park views

Dining: 3 restaurants including 2 gourmet venues with Mediterranean cuisine

Wellness: Indoor pool, tennis court, hammam, sauna, steam room, hot tub, Clarins Beauty Corner

Family: Babysitting, games room, indoor play area, kids' meals

Transport: Monte Brè funicular, boat pier, bus stop at the door, EV charging