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Hotel Besso

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Lake Lugano

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Exterior
Double Room
View from property
Property entrance
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Explore the area

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Via Besso 24, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Place, Via Nassa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza della Riforma
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Bidet
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the area

Lugano

At Hotel Besso you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of San Lorenzo Cathedral and Santa Maria degli Angeli. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a computer station, express check-in and express check-out. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Besso hotel, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Lake Lugano.

What's nearby

  • Via Nassa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Piazza della Riforma - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Maria degli Angeli - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 14 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Lugano Station - 4 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 5 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anacapri - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ristorante Gabbani - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Manora - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪chocolat gelateria - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Besso

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Lake Lugano
Hotel Besso offers its guests a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Hotel Besso also features express check-in, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Lift
Hotel Besso offers 34 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include bidets and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (CHF 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: CHF 12 for adults and CHF 6 for children

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for CHF 15.0 per night.

Payment types

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 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 12 for adults and from CHF 6 for children
  • Self-parking fee: CHF 15 per day
  • Air conditioning fee: CHF 20 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 40.0 per night

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

You need to know

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.

Property is also known as

Besso Hotel
Besso Lugano
Hotel Besso
Hotel Besso Lugano
Hotel Besso Hotel
Hotel Besso Lugano
Hotel Besso Hotel Lugano

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Besso?

Hotel Besso offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Besso?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Besso on 21 Dec 2025 start from AU$197.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Besso?

Yep, Hotel Besso has a self car park for CHF 15 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Besso?

The closest beach to Hotel Besso is Ascona Beach (19.9 km).

Does Hotel Besso serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Besso?

No, Hotel Besso does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Besso?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Besso?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel Besso, with food and water bowls on offer.

Reviews

Hotel Besso Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 282 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Oliver

Disliked: Amenities
A very basic room which did the job for one night. Quite aged and could do with a refresh. They also asked for a deposit for an adapter which I thought was not very good. The location is close to the main station and walkable into town (down a steep hill).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

Friendly, clean, and great location for trains.

I had a nice stay. The staff were very friendly and set me up with a free local transport card. The breakfast is very good and fair priced. Location is excellent if you want access to the main station. No complaints at this price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaston

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel a 10 minutos a pie desde la estación de buses, a 8 minutos a pie de la estación de trenes y del fonicular que te baja al downtown. Personal amable, habitación limpia, pero sencilla. Solo cama, baño y TV pequeño. No café, no plancha, no blower. Tiene aire acondicionado, ascensor, agua caliente en el baño. Solo estuve 1 noche y ofrecio justo lo que necesitaba. Parada de autobuses al frente del hotel. Área y pueblo seguro, buses puntuales y habitantes cordiales.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

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

Roberto excellent service ❤️

Choose this hotel very close to train station and public transport. Roberto thank you excellent service ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tien Dung

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for value. Clean but a bit dated. Could use better linen. Very close to station. Take the funicular to waterfront and main shopping banking area. Great for budget minded folks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint old fashioned room. Nice balcony. Courteous check-in. Only issue was current construction around train station - do not trust Google walking route as it takes much longer to detour. Go behind train station and up to hotel the back way. The route TO the train station is the route to use TO hotel as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Pratik

Liked: Staff & service
Ok hotel - near terminal!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Herve

Travelled with family
The room was very small. When we arrived there was no one at the reception and we had to wait several minutes. The car park was a narrow street with almost no place to leave it. It is not a car park. Everything was clean. The bathroom is ridiculous, it does not have a shower, it is a bathtub without a curtain and with a shower that you have to hold in your hand. Impossible to take a proper shower. They promised to give us the tickets for transportation and we never received them.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

zdenka, orlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unable to communicate with front desk. Front desk personnel spoke Italian only.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

zdenka, orlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles-Antoine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good, but I can't give more than 3 stars because it was not quiet at all during the night. Some people were screaming in the corridor. Also, we came at 9 AM to eat the breakfast, but there was no food anymore. Finally, the shower head was very bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s near the train station!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was literally less than 5 mins away from the train station . The bus around Lugano and the funicular to the old town was free . The property was a perfect location . It’s clean and well kept . But small rooms and beds . Which is not a big issue for us . The service is superb . The receptionist came and picked us up at the train station personally .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff and close to the train. A little outdated but still clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a 3 minute walk from the train station, but was a very quiet and nice location. The free funicular from the train station dropped us right into the center of town in 3 minutes where shopping, dining and the lake were very accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jayesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No c
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rukshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the Train station. I picked this place so that I can walk to the train station with all my luggages early in the morning. You cannot get any closer than this ! Facilities are good, clean room. The only inconvenience was the bathroom had an old fashioned ( but very good condition) bath tub- so you need to take a shower with extra care to make sure that you do not to spread water all over.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peter van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice but no faciliteiten in the neighbourhood
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel. The staff are very friendly. The hotel has old finishes but very well maintained, and CLEAN! It is just next to the train station and the downtown shopping area is jut steps away. They also provided us transportation tickets for free so we could just jump onto bus or train anywhere. Love the hotel and Lugano!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susy, Trinity

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay there! Very convenient location, friendly staff, transportation, everything was excellent! A big plus was they let us to storage the luggage until our train departures! Definitely is a great place to stay and I’ll be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly but thereafter very disappointing. The rooms were basic at best and in much need of renovation. Fortunately we were only there for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary, Estes Park

Travelled with partner
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Michele

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic hotel. Paid for a double room and was given a basic room. Couldn’t move in it for two people. Complained to front desk and they moved us to the double that we paid for. Make sure you request a balcony if you book or you will not be given one. Very tiny balcony but nice view overlooking the city. Free tickets for the funicular to the main part of town. Was only provided with a single sheet which only covered half the bed. Disappointing and uncomfortable bed and room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024