Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Monte San Salvatore - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 16 min drive
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 54 min drive
Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 9 min walk
Lugano Station - 9 min walk
Lugano-Paradiso - 21 min walk
Lugano Funicular Station - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Spaghetti Store - 1 min walk
Ristorante-pizzeria Mary - 1 min walk
Agua Lugano - 1 min walk
Argentino - 3 min walk
Ristorante Burger-King - 2 min walk
About this property
Walter au Lac
Walter au Lac is just 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights include a rooftop terrace and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Lugano Funicular Station is just 8 minutes by foot.
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property will place a credit card authorization for the amount of the first night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
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
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Offsite parking nearby (CHF 28 per night; discounts available)
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Library
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for CHF 20.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 28 per night (984 ft away)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Walter au
Walter au Lac
Walter au Lac Hotel
Walter au Lac Hotel Lugano
Walter au Lac Lugano
Walter au Lac Hotel
Walter au Lac Lugano
Walter au Lac Hotel Lugano
Frequently asked questions
Does Walter au Lac offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Walter au Lac 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Walter au Lac?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Walter au Lac?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Walter au Lac?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Walter au Lac?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Walter au Lac?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Lugano (5-min walk) and Casinò di Campione (14-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Walter au Lac and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and mountain climbing.
What's the area around Walter au Lac like?
Walter au Lac is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Lugano City-Centre, a short 8-minute walk from Lugano Funicular Station and 15 minutes' walk from Lake Lugano. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Walter au Lac Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2024
Very helpful staff, excellent location with easy access to
shopping, restaurants, and transit.
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
Isabella
Isabella, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 20, 2024
The front Desk is very very helpful !
USMAN
USMAN, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 20, 2024
Not so Premium
Premium room with Balcony. Great location and views, but that’s about all. Nice enough B&B (not really a hotel). £250 per night would be £80 if not for view. 2 sleepless nights due to basic bedding…. slatted bed frame with a 10cm mattress which was harder than the floor. Style but no substance sadly. Other than a coffee machine in room, I could see no Premium additions?
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
Great stay
Great location with even greater views from the room. Very friendly staff, room is clean and comfortable.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Dominique
Dominique, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 11, 2024
Excellent location very small room and small bed
Very small bed for two people!! Excellent location. Helpful staff
phillip
phillip, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
Hotel was great - windows looked over lake - stunning view. Staff were great helped with Vignette and breakfast was included, Parking was a few hundred metres away but ok really
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
Beautiful hotel right on the bay in Lugano. Area is quite busy but plenty of dining and shopping options all around. You can’t get a better view!! Staff were all very helpful and friendly and reception manned 24 hrs.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 21, 2024
The bed was uncomfortable the room was hot and the pillows smelled and were not comfortable
Duane
Duane, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
A few days in Lugono
Great location nice staff
Richard
Richard, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
What a beautiful property, it is centrally located located next to the lake, shops and restaurants - walking distance to them all. I would definitely stay in this hotel again on my next trip.
Johanna
Johanna, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Lakefront hotel with a lovely view.
Haibing
Haibing, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
We stayed for one night; the very nice lady (with the glasses) checked us in and was very helpful. The room was perfect; the hotel was in a perfect location, by the lake and the old town. Underground parking was nearby. A perfect stay. thank you
Arash
Arash, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Amazing location!
Laura
Laura, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
We reserved a room with lake view and did receive it. Gorgeous views!
Regina
Regina, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
Enjoying the lake view
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
Jul 16, 2024
Expensive View.
The location has the best view. The room for what we paid was expensive and very small. Breakfast was included but parking was quite a ways away and was expensive. They did provide a discounted voucher but not by much.
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Constantine
Constantine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Terrific location! Very nice staff and nice breakfast.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Hovig
Hovig, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Lovely experience with my elderly parents. Elevator, close to shops and restaurants, boat tours and even the little trolley tour. Highly recommend.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
We loved being right on the lake and had a nice balcony to sit on (even in the rain). The breakfast buffet had so many choices and was great and the staff was so attentive and sweet. We were lucky enough to meet the man who's family owned the hotel as we were perusing the pictures of his granfather, etc. He took the time to talk with us and give a little history - very nice and informative!!