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Our top choices for Lugano hostels

Seasonal outdoor pool

1. Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Hotel & Hostel Montarina
2.0 star property
Besso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
"Clean room with great quality, and most importantly comfortable."
United Kingdom
Adelina
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hotel & Hostel Montarina
Balcony

2. Lake Como Hostel

Lake Como Hostel
Menaggio
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (112 reviews)
"Excellent location and views of the lake"
Australia
Delnawaz
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lake Como Hostel
Exterior

3. Ostello Bello Lake Como

Ostello Bello Lake Como
Como
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"I stayed in one of the five-bed women-only rooms, and am very happy to report that the room was extremely quiet; no noise from the bar or from anywhere else intruded, and I got a very restful night's sleep."
United States
Loretta
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ostello Bello Lake Como
View from property

4. SANTANGELA Hostel & Rooms

SANTANGELA Hostel & Rooms
Menaggio
6.6 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"We stayed in a quadruple room with private bathroom - decent price for lake Como. The location of the hostel is a bit far from the centre and up a hill."
Canada
Morgane
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
SANTANGELA Hostel & Rooms
Basic Double or Twin Room

5. Ostello Casa Rossa

Ostello Casa Rossa
Laveno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Super friendly and family oriented atmosphere"
Germany
Ravshanjon
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ostello Casa Rossa
Exterior

6. Youth Hostel Locarno

Youth Hostel Locarno
2.0 star property
Locarno
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"Ein gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis, ruhige Lage, Autobahnnähe..."
Germany
Sinisa
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Youth Hostel Locarno
View from room

7. Lake Como Beach Hostel

Lake Como Beach Hostel
Domaso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (66 reviews)
"The place is clean people are friendly and is a good location love it "
United States
Valentina
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Lake Como Beach Hostel
Exterior detail

8. Pasquee House 2 Detached house in central area

Pasquee House 2 Detached house in central area
Vergiate
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. Our host and his son were exceptionally helpful and kind, answered many of our questions about the local area, and provided a clean, quiet, comfortable stay. The larger town one bus stop away was also incredibly beautiful and nice to walk around. Would 💯 come again any time."
United States
Steve K.
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Pasquee House 2 Detached house in central area
1 bedroom, bed sheets

9. Casa Pasquee 8 Apartment in central area

Casa Pasquee 8 Apartment in central area
Vergiate
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment and very helpful host! We had a short stay before flying home, and we enjoyed our short stay! Very clean and well stocked accommodations. Thank you for your kind help. Cathy"
United States
Cathy F.
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Casa Pasquee 8 Apartment in central area
Dining

10. Pace e Relax Baita Alexandra Camere con Vista Lago Immerso nel Verde

Pace e Relax Baita Alexandra Camere con Vista Lago Immerso nel Verde
Brunate
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"This place has the most incredible views. Everyone is so friendly and it was like going home each day. The only reason i didnt give top stars was the sleeping arrangement. We booked for 5 people and got 4 beds. Luckily our son was able to sleep with us in the big bed. "
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is AU$510
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Pace e Relax Baita Alexandra Camere con Vista Lago Immerso nel Verde
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Top Lugano Hotel Reviews

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and helpful staff, great location qnd value"
Brian 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

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Lugano Hostels information

Number of reviews
550
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$103
Highest Price
AU$510

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Lugano?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for exploring. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Lugano?
Still deciding where to stay in Lugano? This hostel is popular: Hotel & Hostel Montarina - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Lugano Funicular Station and Lugano Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lugano?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Lugano is 1548 mm.
What is there to see and do in Lugano?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate some places near Lugano. Get out into nature with places such as Parco Ciani, Lake Lugano and Mount Brè. Cultural attractions include Cantonal Art Museum, Giancarlo and Danna Olgiati Collection and Art Museum Lugano. Visit landmarks such as Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Villa Ciani.
What's the best way to get to and around Lugano while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Lugano on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Lugano (LUG-Agno), located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Malpensa International Airport (MXP), situated 28.4 mi (45.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Head to Lugano Funicular Station to catch the metro. Train stations such as Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) and Lugano Station make it easy to discover more of the surrounding area.

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