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- Viale Castagnola 31, 6906 Lugano,
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Highlights
Airport shuttle service
Guest parking available
Sun-filled terrace
24/7 front desk support
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide
Air-conditioned public areas and rooms
Airport shuttle serviceGuest parking availableSun-filled terrace24/7 front desk supportComplimentary wi-fi property-wideAir-conditioned public areas and roomsIndulge your taste buds at the exquisite gourmet restaurants: Le Relais and Gallery Arté al Lago, where Mediterranean dishes crafted from the freshest seasonal ingredients await you, alongside a selection of fine wines from the well-stocked cellar. And let’s not forget La Rucola, perfect for a cozy meal.
Originally a residence of a noble Russian family, this stunning mansion has been transformed into a hotel since 1885. Each room and suite is uniquely decorated, offering breathtaking views of the park and lake. You can enjoy the fresh air from your own balcony, terrace, or loggia—what a way to wake up each morning!
Convenience is key here, with bus stops, a boat pier, and the funicular to Monte Brè located just around the corner. Plus, you’ll find a variety of cafés, shops, and restaurants in the city center, all just a few steps away, making it easy to explore and enjoy the local culture.
Enjoy continuous comfort and security, thanks to our round-the-clock front desk.
Choose the tranquility of facility's bathtubs, crafted for relaxation after a hard day.
Take advantage of our free, fast Wi-Fi, available everywhere.
"Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola"'s double rooms provide a cozy setting for couples.
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Double or Twin Room Description, photos, price, amenities
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- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- clothes rack,
- work desk,
- air conditioning,
- heating,
- fan,
- sofa,
- feather pillow,
- bedside socket,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- pool towels (in room),
- sofa bed,
- baby cot/crib,
- safe deposit box,
- waste bin,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- travel adapter,
- wardrobe/closet,
- interconnecting rooms available,
- hypoallergenic room,
- carpeted floor
- hairdryer,
- body soap,
- shower cap,
- conditioner,
- private bathroom,
- bathtub,
- bathrobe,
- toothbrush,
- complimentary toiletries,
- bidet,
- toilet,
- slippers,
- bathtub or shower,
- toilet paper,
- private sauna (in room),
- shampoo
- satellite tv channels,
- television (tv),
- flat-screen tv,
- pay-per-view channels,
- cable tv channels,
- telephone,
- radio
- bottled water,
- wine or champagne (charges may apply),
- coffee machine,
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- minibar,
- high chair for children,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- key card access,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- towels,
- wake-up service,
- alarm clock,
- bed linen
- view,
- garden view,
- balcony
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room),
- board games/puzzles (in room)
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
This room comes with a south-facing balcony with a park view. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a digital safe and direct-dial phone, and offers free WiFi connection. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower or a bathtub, and is provided with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer. Air conditioning is available in summer time.
Room size:
Double or Twin Room - 22 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3 
Executive Junior Suite Description, photos, price, amenities
- sofa,
- travel adapter,
- carpeted floor,
- air conditioning,
- bedside socket,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- pool towels (in room),
- feather pillow,
- hypoallergenic room,
- seating area,
- heating,
- clothes rack,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- fan,
- work desk,
- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- safe deposit box,
- waste bin,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- baby cot/crib,
- sofa bed,
- wardrobe/closet
- toothbrush,
- shampoo,
- shower cap,
- toilet,
- hairdryer,
- bidet,
- additional bathroom,
- bathrobe,
- toilet paper,
- body soap,
- bathtub or shower,
- slippers,
- private bathroom,
- private sauna (in room),
- additional toilet,
- shower,
- complimentary toiletries,
- conditioner,
- bathtub
- cable tv channels,
- television (tv),
- pay-per-view channels,
- radio,
- satellite tv channels,
- flat-screen tv,
- telephone
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- minibar,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- bottled water,
- wine or champagne (charges may apply),
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- high chair for children,
- coffee machine,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- towels,
- bed linen,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- key card access,
- alarm clock,
- wake-up service
- lake view,
- balcony,
- view
- board games/puzzles (in room),
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
This spacious junior suite contains a living area with a sofa and comes with a south-facing balcony with a park or lake view. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a digital safe and direct-dial phone, and offers free WiFi connection. Most units come with 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and another with a bathtub. Bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are also provided. Air conditioning is available in summer time.
Room size:
Executive Junior Suite - 55 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3
Junior Suite Description, photos, price, amenities
- feather pillow,
- pool towels (in room),
- travel adapter,
- work desk,
- waste bin,
- sofa bed,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- safe deposit box,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- baby cot/crib,
- bedside socket,
- wardrobe/closet,
- seating area,
- carpeted floor,
- air conditioning,
- heating,
- sofa,
- fan,
- hypoallergenic room,
- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- clothes rack
- complimentary toiletries,
- toilet paper,
- bidet,
- conditioner,
- private bathroom,
- shampoo,
- additional bathroom,
- bathtub or shower,
- shower,
- private sauna (in room),
- bathtub,
- shower cap,
- additional toilet,
- toothbrush,
- bathrobe,
- body soap,
- slippers,
- hairdryer,
- toilet
- cable tv channels,
- telephone,
- pay-per-view channels,
- satellite tv channels,
- flat-screen tv,
- television (tv),
- radio
- bottled water,
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- coffee machine,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- wine or champagne (charges may apply),
- minibar,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- high chair for children
- towels,
- key card access,
- wake-up service,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- alarm clock,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- bed linen
- view,
- balcony,
- lake view
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room),
- board games/puzzles (in room)
- smoke detector,
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
This junior suite contains a living area with a sofa and comes with a south-facing balcony with a park or lake view. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a digital safe and direct-dial phone, and offers free WiFi connection. Most units come with 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and another with a bathtub. Bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are also provided. Air conditioning is available in summer time.
Room size:
Junior Suite - 45 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3
Garden Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- hardwood/parquet flooring,
- fan,
- air conditioning,
- hypoallergenic room,
- interconnecting rooms available,
- waste bin,
- work desk,
- bedside socket,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- travel adapter,
- baby cot/crib,
- safe deposit box,
- clothes rack,
- feather pillow,
- heating,
- pool towels (in room),
- sofa,
- sofa bed,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- wardrobe/closet
- complimentary toiletries,
- bathtub or shower,
- bidet,
- bathtub,
- private sauna (in room),
- toothbrush,
- body soap,
- toilet,
- toilet paper,
- conditioner,
- bathrobe,
- shampoo,
- private bathroom,
- slippers,
- shower cap,
- hairdryer
- cable tv channels,
- flat-screen tv,
- pay-per-view channels,
- telephone,
- television (tv),
- satellite tv channels,
- radio
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- bottled water,
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- high chair for children,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- coffee machine,
- minibar,
- wine or champagne (charges may apply),
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- alarm clock,
- wake-up service,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- key card access,
- bed linen,
- towels,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
- patio,
- garden view
- board games/puzzles (in room),
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
Located on the ground floor, this room comes with a small terrace. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a digital safe and direct-dial phone, and offers free WiFi connection. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, and is provided with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer. Only smoking rooms. Air conditioning is available in summer time.
Room size:
Garden Room - 22 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3
Suite Description, photos, price, amenities
- baby cot/crib,
- waste bin,
- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- seating area,
- feather pillow,
- work desk,
- pool towels (in room),
- wardrobe/closet,
- heating,
- bedside socket,
- safe deposit box,
- carpeted floor,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- sofa,
- travel adapter,
- air conditioning,
- clothes rack,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- hypoallergenic room,
- fan,
- sofa bed,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite)
- hairdryer,
- bathrobe,
- shower cap,
- bidet,
- complimentary toiletries,
- toilet,
- private sauna (in room),
- shower,
- additional toilet,
- bathtub,
- conditioner,
- toilet paper,
- slippers,
- shampoo,
- private bathroom,
- additional bathroom,
- bathtub or shower,
- body soap,
- toothbrush
- pay-per-view channels,
- cable tv channels,
- radio,
- television (tv),
- satellite tv channels,
- telephone,
- flat-screen tv
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- minibar,
- high chair for children,
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
- bottled water,
- wine or champagne (charges may apply),
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- coffee machine
- wake-up service,
- alarm clock,
- key card access,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- towels,
- bed linen
- lake view,
- balcony,
- view
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room),
- board games/puzzles (in room)
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
This spacious suite contains a bedroom and a separate living room with a seating area. It comes with a south-facing balcony with a park and lake view, and features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a digital safe and direct-dial phone. Free WiFi connection is offered. All units also come with 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and another with a bathtub. Bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are also provided. Air conditioning is available in summer time.
Room size:
Suite - 60 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3
Superior Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- clothes rack,
- safe deposit box,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- bedside socket,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- air conditioning,
- fan,
- pool towels (in room),
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- work desk,
- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- feather pillow,
- baby cot/crib,
- wardrobe/closet,
- carpeted floor,
- heating,
- travel adapter,
- waste bin,
- hypoallergenic room
- shampoo,
- slippers,
- bathtub,
- toilet,
- bidet,
- toilet paper,
- toothbrush,
- bathrobe,
- hairdryer,
- shower cap,
- body soap,
- shower,
- private sauna (in room),
- bathtub or shower,
- conditioner,
- complimentary toiletries,
- private bathroom
- telephone,
- satellite tv channels,
- pay-per-view channels,
- radio,
- television (tv),
- flat-screen tv,
- cable tv channels
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- minibar,
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- wine or champagne (charges may apply),
- high chair for children,
- bottled water,
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- coffee machine
- alarm clock,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- towels,
- key card access,
- wake-up service,
- bed linen,
- wake-up call/alarm clock
- lake view,
- balcony,
- view
- board games/puzzles (in room),
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room)
- smoke detector,
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
Located on the 4th floor, this large room comes with a south-facing balcony with a lake view. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a digital safe and direct-dial phone, and offers free WiFi connection. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower and a bathtub, and is provided with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer. Air conditioning is available in summer time.
Room size:
Superior Double Room - 30 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 2
Double or Twin Room Backyard Description, photos, price, amenities
- travel adapter,
- air conditioning,
- sofa bed,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- private shallow end/paddling pool (with room/suite),
- fan,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- pool towels (in room),
- waste bin,
- feather pillow,
- hypoallergenic room,
- safe deposit box,
- heating,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- bedside socket,
- work desk,
- wardrobe/closet,
- clothes rack,
- baby cot/crib,
- carpeted floor
- toothbrush,
- bathtub,
- shampoo,
- private sauna (in room),
- toilet paper,
- complimentary toiletries,
- shower cap,
- hairdryer,
- private bathroom,
- conditioner,
- toilet,
- bidet,
- bathrobe,
- body soap,
- slippers,
- bathtub or shower
- cable tv channels,
- flat-screen tv,
- telephone,
- satellite tv channels,
- television (tv),
- radio,
- pay-per-view channels
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- bottled water,
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- minibar,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
- fruit basket (charges may apply),
- coffee machine,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- high chair for children,
- wine or champagne (charges may apply)
- bed linen,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- alarm clock,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- key card access,
- towels,
- wake-up service
- balcony,
- quiet street view
- children's books, dvds, or music (in room),
- board games/puzzles (in room)
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- individually controlled air conditioning for room
This twin/double room faces the backyard and has a bathrobe, sofa and satellite TV.
Room size:
Double or Twin Room Backyard - 22 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3
Choose your ideal room at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:
- Double or Twin Room
- Executive Junior Suite
- Junior Suite
- Superior Double Room
- Garden Room
- Suite
- Double or Twin Room Backyard
Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.
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Facilities and services
General property information
parking available, on-site parking, wi-fi throughout the property
On-site activities & leisure
access to tennis court, table tennis facilities, canoeing trips, on-site water sports, tennis gear, beach access, pop-up art exhibitions, guided bike tours
Hotel services offered
comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access
Dining & bars
on-site restaurant, in-room dining service, hotel bar, breakfast served in room, take-away lunches, café/snack bar, special dietary menus (on request), children's meals, selection of wine/champagne
Pools, spa & wellness
sauna access, gym/fitness studio, spa & wellness sanctuary, massage therapies, hot tub / jacuzzi access, turkish bath / hammam, heated indoor pool, exclusive private beach, year-round indoor pool, prime beachfront location, pool inflatables and toys, scenic view pool, temperature-controlled/heated pool, poolside bar service, children's shallow end, sunbeds and beach chairs, shade umbrellas, salon & beauty treatments, rejuvenating facial treatments, professional waxing services, expert make-up application, nourishing hair treatments, manicure services, pedicure services, professional hair cutting, expert hair colouring, professional hair styling, revitalising body treatments, exfoliating body scrub, detoxifying body wrap, full spa amenities, relaxing steam room, spa relaxation lounge, curated spa/wellness packages, therapeutic back massage, relaxing neck massage, comprehensive full body massage, fitness activities, guided yoga sessions, group fitness workouts, certified personal trainer, changing rooms for fitness/spa, main swimming pool, general swimming pool access
Transport & getting around
convenient airport shuttle, on-site car rental, airport transfer (surcharge applies), secure parking garage, ev (electric vehicle) charging point, local public transport passes, disabled-access parking, airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off
Reception & guest support
24/7 front desk, quick check-in/check-out, valet parking service, currency exchange service, excursion booking desk, baggage hold, guest concierge services, individual check-in/check-out, invoices available
Shared spaces for guests
access to hotel garden, outdoor terrace area, recreation/games lounge, on-site chapel or shrine, rooftop sun deck, patio/outdoor seating
Family & entertainment
professional babysitting/childcare, selection of board games/puzzles, secure indoor play zone
Cleanliness & housekeeping
guest laundry service, professional dry cleaning, efficient ironing service, in-room trouser press, regular daily housekeeping
Business & conference facilities
conference and banquet facilities, business services center, fax and photocopying services
On-site shops & services
on-site barber/beauty salon
Other property amenities
smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, elevator access, in-room heating, hypoallergenic room options, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone, standard key entry
Property safety & security
in-room safety deposit box, round-the-clock security personnel, strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers
Security systems
staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals, guest thermometers provided by the property, complimentary face masks available for guests
Social distancing guidelines
secure cashless payment methods accepted
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, option to decline room cleaning services during stay
Food & drink safety
in-room food delivery option available, all dining ware (plates, cutlery, glasses) fully sanitised, securely packaged food deliveries
Internet access
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.
Guest parking
On-site parking is offered, which includes access to a parking garage. Electric vehicle charging station is available. Accessible parking facilities are available on site.
Check-in, check-out, and payment policies
Check-inFrom 15:00 Until 00:00 hours
Check-outFrom 07:00 Until 12:00 hours
Children and extra bedsChildren from 4 to 13 years old pay 150.00 CHF per night using extra bed. Children from 0 to 3 years old pay 60.00 CHF per night using cot. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.
PetsPets are not permitted.
Languages spoken
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Important informationAt Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
At Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, guests under 18 may only check in if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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- Double or Twin Room
- Executive Junior Suite
- Junior Suite
- Garden Room
- Suite
- Superior Double Room
- Double or Twin Room Backyard
