Hotel Walter Au Lac | Hotel in Lugano

| 8.7 (1869 Reviews) |  10 Bathrooms  24 Guests
Lugano City-Centre Hotel | Hotel Walter Au Lac

Hotel in Lugano City-Centre, Lugano

Located on the lake promenade near the traffic-free center of Lugano, Hotel Walter Au Lac offers you rooms with superb lake views. WiFi is free of charge. All air-conditioned rooms are renovated. Coffee and tea facilities are offered for free. Panoramic terrace located on the 5th floor. Shower, sunbeds and beach towels available on site. The funicular, the car parks, the pier, the post office, shops, the theater and cinemas are easily reachable on foot from the Hotel Walter Au Lac.

Hotel Walter Au Lac is located in Lugano.

This 38 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Accessibility, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 1869 reviews with the average score of 8.7 . Coming to Lugano and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 38 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Lugano. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Hotel Walter Au Lac in Lugano is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Hotel Walter Au Lac”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Live music/Performance
  • Temporary art galleries
General
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car rental
  • Suit press
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Ironing service
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Public transit tickets

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that the city tax includes the ticino ticket. it offers free benefits and discounts in the canton of ticino, including free use of train and bus services. for more details, please contact the property directly.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 192

Reviews

Value for money:
8.19
Location:
9.75
Staff:
9.25
Facilities:
8.31
Comfort:
8.85
Cleanliness:
8.92
Keith
Jan 27, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Small Single Room with Lake View
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Small Single Room with Lake View

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Small Double Room with Lake View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Small Double Room with Lake View

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Two-Bedroom Suite with Lake View and Terrace
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 45 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed
Two-Bedroom Suite with Lake View and Terrace

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Body soap, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Guest bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper, Bidet, Slippers

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Interconnecting room(s) available, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Patio, Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Executive Double Room with Lake View and Balcony
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Executive Double Room with Lake View and Balcony

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Single Room with Lake View and Balcony
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Single Room with Lake View and Balcony

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Premium Twin Room with Lake View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 26 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Premium Twin Room with Lake View

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Executive Family Room with Lake View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 37 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Executive Family Room with Lake View

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Tile/Marble floor, Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Interconnecting room(s) available, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Living Area

Desk

Outdoors

Patio

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Two Connecting Single Rooms with Lake View and Balcony
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper, Bidet

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Interconnecting room(s) available, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Premium Twin Room with Lake View and Balcony
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 26 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Premium Twin Room with Lake View and Balcony

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper, Bidet

General

Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Lake view

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this Hotel Walter Au Lac pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Hotel Walter Au Lac?

Check-in time for Hotel Walter Au Lac starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Hotel Walter Au Lac have a swimming pool?

No, this Hotel Walter Au Lac does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hotel Walter Au Lac?

Best-rates for the Hotel Walter Au Lac starts from $328 per night with includes Internet, Laundry, Guest Services, TV, Ocean View, Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Oceanfront, Child Friendly, View, Accessibility, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Entertainment with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Hotel Walter Au Lac a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hotel Walter Au Lac wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hotel Walter Au Lac has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hotel Walter Au Lac?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hotel Walter Au Lac indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hotel Walter Au Lac?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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