International Au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel, Lugano

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About the Hotel

Via Nassa 68 - Piazza Luini, Lugano, Switzerland, 6901
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International Au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel is a 3-star hotel with an 8.8/10 rating on Booking.com, featuring a garden with swimming pool and terrace for guest relaxation. The property offers 36 parking spaces in its underground garage and is the only hotel on the lake promenade in the heart of Lugano.

Rooms & Amenities

All 76 individually furnished rooms at International Au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel include premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces, and flat-screen TVs. Some units offer balconies with views of Lake Lugano, while other rooms might have partial or limited views. Air conditioning and modern bath facilities enhance guest comfort.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options at the International Au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel include a restaurant serving the chef's daily special and light meals. Guests can relax at the lounge bar over an aperitif or snack. A full breakfast buffet is available each morning.

Leisure & Local Area

The hotel features a romantic outdoor green oasis ideal for relaxation, highlighted by a garden and swimming pool. The Ciani Park, which overlooks Lake Ceresio, is within walking distance, as are various restaurants and shops in the Old Town. Cultural highlights nearby include the LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland.

Services & Transportation

International Au Lac Historic Lakeside Hotel provides services such as a 24-hour front desk and wireless internet access in the lobby. Nearby transport options include the Lugano Centro bus station, Agno Airport, and the funicular to Monte San Salvatore. The hotel also organizes exhibitions about its 100-year history.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Economy Family Room
2 persons
31 m² 
2 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
Panorama Single Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Single bed
Heating
Bathtub
Superior Triple Room
2 persons
31 m² 
3 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
Classic Twin Room Landmark View
2 persons
23 m² 
2 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Table tennis

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Via Nassa 68 - Piazza Luini, Lugano, Switzerland, 6901
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Via Nassa 68 - Piazza Luini, Lugano, Switzerland, 6901
Nearby
Casino
Casino Lugano
510 m
Church
Santa Maria degli Angioli church
510 m
Church
Cathedral of Saint Lawrence
510 m
Parking area
LAC
510 m
Museum
Museo d'arte della Svizzera italiana
130 m
Square
Piazza della Riforma
510 m
Church
Chiesa di San Carlo Borromeo
280 m
riva Giocondo Albertolli 1
William Tell Statue
540 m
Church
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio abate
560 m
riva Antonio Caccia 6a
Fondazione Gabriele e Anna Braglia
560 m
Gallery
Little Nemo Art Gallery
470 m
Harbour
Lugano
410 m
Museum
Museo in Erba
190 m
Riva Antonio Caccia 1A
Gipsoteca Gianluigi Giudici
200 m
Park
Panorama sulla Citta dal Parco Tassino
510 m
Museum
Museo d'arte della Svizzera italiana Lugano
40 m
via Nassa 62
IMAGO Art Gallery
80 m
Gallery
Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection
170 m
Via Borghetto 6
Bistumsarchiv
370 m
Restaurants
Nassa Caffe
30 m
via Nassa 68 6900 Lugano
Bistrot Luini 6
240 m
piazza Bernardino Luini 6 Lac Lugano Arte Cultura
Coop City
330 m
via Nassa 22
Pasta e Pesto
700 m
Via Cattedrale 16
Ristorante Manora
670 m
piazza Alighieri Dante 2
Pan & Salam
650 m
piazza Cioccaro 11
Cele Burger
660 m
via Canova 9
Sapori Bio
680 m
salita M. e A. Chiattone 18
La Fredda Tentazione
660 m
via Pietro Peri 2
Natural Food
800 m
via al Forte 2
Getting around
City Centre
Lugano10 min  ·  800 m
Airports
Agno Airport (LUG)9 min  ·  5.4 km
Train
Lugano Station8 min  ·  600 m
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  100 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at CHF 20 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel International Au Lac Historic Lakeside guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Italian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
31

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