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Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola

5.0 star property
Upmarket beach hotel with spa, near Parco Ciani

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Guests can enjoy stunning views from balconies amidst lush gardens and outdoor seating areas.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and modern design.
Relax in a serene lakeside setting with two comfortable sofas and a small table.
Relax in this elegant space with a grand piano, fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.
Relax in a serene outdoor seating area overlooking a body of water and majestic mountains.
On the shores of Lake Lugano, Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola offers a luxurious retreat. Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at one of the three on-site restaurants or unwind with a spa treatment at Clarins Wellness Corner. With shopping on site, an indoor pool, and free high-speed WiFi, this boutique hotel has everything you need to relax.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Valet parking

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is ฿20,463
฿21,613 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

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Enjoy a meal amidst lush gardens and a scenic mountain view.

Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, two comfortable armchairs, and a window offering a view of the outdoors.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk, and TV for a productive stay.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Enjoy a meal amidst lush gardens and a scenic mountain view.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Relax in this serene room with a large bed, desk, and TV, offering a view of palm trees from the balcony.

Garden Floor Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Relax in style with a large bed, comfortable armchair, and elegant decor.

Backyard view Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Relax in this stylish room with a large coffee table, comfortable armchairs, and a large mirror.

Junior Suite Executive

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Viale Castagnola 31, Lugano, TI, 6906

What's nearby

  • Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Parco Ciani - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Lugano - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 10 min drive
  • Malpensa International Airport (MXP) - 76 min drive
  • Melide Station - 9 min drive
  • Lugano Station - 27 min walk
  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 28 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Lido - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Piccadilly - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Lanchetta - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pane & Zucchero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Veneta - Lugano - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola

At Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax on a sunlounger, plus you'll only be a five-minute drive from Lake Lugano. The indoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and manicures and pedicures. Le Relais, one of 3 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a poolside bar, a fitness centre and an outdoor tennis court. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 74 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Secured uncovered on-site self-parking (CHF 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Secured covered on-site valet parking (CHF 30 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • On-site garage

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (4865 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1880
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Step-free path to entrance
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Children's dressing gowns and children's slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and free wired Internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Local maps
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Special features

Spa

Clarins Wellness Corner has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Le Relais – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Ristorante Arté al Lago – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
La Rucola – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for CHF 120 per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs CHF 20 per day with in/out privileges
  • Covered valet parking costs CHF 30 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 September until 31 May.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, Eurocard
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and TWINT.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

This hotel is rated 5 stars.

Also known as

Grand Hotel Castagnola
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola au Lac
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola au Lac Lugano
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Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?

Yes. Self-parking costs CHF 20 per day. Valet parking costs CHF 30 per day. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Lugano (19-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (17-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola and nearby?

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, Mediterranean cuisine and garden views.

Does Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola like?

Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is in Cassarate, a short 10-minute drive from Lugano (LUG-Agno) and 17 minutes' walk from Lake Lugano.

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Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The spa is absolutely stunning and a highlight of the property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel and very courteous and friendly staff
tuluh, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

World class service… from the moment, I walked on the property to the moment I left. I felt well cared for.
Christopher, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property with the most amazing service! Gorgeous, classic, 10/10!
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

View was great besides everything 🙏💚💫✨
Dr.Maria, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

we had a wonderful stay here. The location is perfect, and we had a wonderful room with the most incredible view, no complaints at all. My only complaint was the food at the breakfast buffet, it was really nothing special, locked, originality, and somewhere homemade options.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Undoubtably the best hotel I have ever stayed at. So beautiful, the staff were amazing so kind and helpful. It was my birthday and they sent chocolates to my room and gifted our group free cocktails before dinner. I was very touched. Would Highly recommend a visit there if staying in Lugano.
Vivian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel with a great Spa. Has its own Lido and for little Children you can also go to the public Lido which was great.
Hansjürg, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly and professional staff and an easy check-in.
Toni, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love this property!
Toni, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice location
Diana, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect hotel in Lugano

Excellent hotel, old classic style, very comfortable and spacious room, good quality beds and beddings. We stayed in the double room with balcony, room looks like a junior suite, had 2 bathrooms. Hotel has a wonderful garden, perfect location , on the lake and not very far from center.
Olga, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Such a pleasant and lovely experience. Certainly the staff was our greatest reason for the smiles and the memories
Lorraine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

More breakfast options
Athar, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was perfect place to explore both Monte Bre and Lugano city center
ann marie, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Luxury, calmness, friendliness, good food
fred, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A luxury resort in a super beautiful lugano
mansour, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

All perfect for a Swiss hotel
Horia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely experience

Wonderful old style hotel in a good location and with impeccable service. Great breakfast and lunch restaurant and a lovely bar. Very specious and comfortable room with lake and garden views. I would strongly recommend it.
Gianni, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property with spa facilities and a large indoor pool. Many rooms have balconies overlooking lake Lugano. Easy bus ride to downtown. Staff was always friendly and helpful.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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Guy, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved the staff and kindness of all at the property! Nicola in particular. Front desk members were incredible- including Mario! Lake Lugano is magnificent.
Agnieszka, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

An absolutely beautiful hotel with an amazing view. Staff was excellent!!
Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

The hotel was the best I ever stayed
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The same amazing experience as always
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff were amazing
Fahad, 2-night trip