Title: Hotel Socrate - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Socrate Guests can unwind with a cup of tea in the cozy lobby or enjoy their favorite drink at the lively bar of this centrally located property ## Photo gallery for Hotel Socrate ![Lobby sitting area - Hotel Socrate (Lavena Ponte Tresa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/d37641c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Hotel Socrate (Lavena Ponte Tresa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/04148015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Porch - Hotel Socrate (Lavena Ponte Tresa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/1646a22d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free self parking - Hotel Socrate (Lavena Ponte Tresa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/d6cd19d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (EUR 5.00 per person) - Hotel Socrate (Lavena Ponte Tresa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/50c778c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Socrate, near the city center, offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Travelers enjoy the terrace with scenic views and can dine at the on-site restaurant or coffee shop. Practical amenities include WiFi and luggage storage for a comfortable stay. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 26 - Dec. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 27 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=44088385&PinnedHotelID=44088385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/d893fcaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Heating Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Bidet Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/e56fd0cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Heating Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Bidet Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Lake View ![Double Room, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/8b7c2fc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Lake View ### Highlights Heating Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Bidet Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/d0a3734d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Bidet Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44088400/44088385/ba7ffbee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Heating Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Bidet Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLavena-Ponte-Tresa-Hotels-Hotel-Socrate.h44088385.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLavena-Ponte-Tresa-Hotels-Hotel-Socrate.h44088385.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.96644%2C8.85837&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TG71AAodXiqCenuXqhlbSwmCK2Y=) Viale Ungheria, 1, Lavena Ponte Tresa, VA, 21037 #### What's nearby - Alprose Chocolate Factory \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - Museo del Cioccolato Alprose \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - Lake Lugano \- 5 min drive \- 2.8 km - Palazzo dei Congressi \- 14 min drive \- 10.6 km - Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station \- 15 min drive \- 11.6 km #### Getting around - Ponte Tresa Station - 6 min walk - Lugano Funicular Station - 32 min drive - Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ristorante dal Pescatore - ‬3 min drive - ‪Amore Di Caslano - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ramenboy - ‬11 min walk - ‪Okay Ristorante - ‬3 min walk - ‪Gold 20 - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Socrate Hotel near Lake Lugano Consider a stay at Hotel Socrate and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises - Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Socrate include amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Heating and fans - Bathrooms with showers and bidets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1100000/1090300/1090264/9da8ba15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garni Gardenia Caslano - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included 9.2 Wonderful 95 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=1090264&PinnedHotelID=1090264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Studio, Annex Building | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21540000/21537200/21537135/429bfbfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lugano Center GuestHouse Loreto - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services 8.0 Very good 336 reviews CA $128 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=21537135&PinnedHotelID=21537135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13440000/13437500/13437441/4ce24cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ibis budget Lugano Paradiso Paradiso - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 739 reviews CA $140 CA $160 total includes taxes & fees Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=13437441&PinnedHotelID=13437441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Family friendly - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Fan - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 5.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority. ### Property is also known as Hotel Socrate Hotel Hotel Socrate Lavena Ponte Tresa Hotel Socrate Hotel Lavena Ponte Tresa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Socrate pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Socrate? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Socrate? ### Where is Hotel Socrate located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Socrate Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jan 26, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Do not recommend This is a hotel that we did not consider to be a 3 star hotel, although it is written so. The reception person did not speak any English, and the room had funny smell. I do not recommend anyone to stay here. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vittorio, Roma Sep 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities La posizione, lo staff e il prezzo, tutto ottimo. ##### Vittorio Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gino Aug 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Attenzione e qualità. Personale gentile e attento nel voler soddisfare appieno il cliente. Molto bella la vista sul lago di Lugano, zona da cui partono diverse passeggiate. Gli animali da compagnia sono i benvenuti. ##### Gino Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Aug 9, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Is tyd voor vernieuwing ( kamers) aangename plaats 10 m van het meer En vriendelijke ontvangst ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Neda, Bern Jul 18, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Eine wunderschöne Aussicht. Nette Personal. Man fühlt sich dort bequem ##### Neda Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Luisa Jul 13, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### VISTA SPETTACOLARE Non capisco le recensioni negative. Accoglienza ottima anche fuori orario check-in. Cordiali, disponibili, gentili. La struttura è chiaramente vecchia ma pulita. Lenzuola e asciugamani puliti. E per chi sarà fortunato come noi ... vista spettacolare sul lago! Unica nota negativa è il ristorante sotto l'albergo, quindi rumore e odori di cucina. A noi però non ha dato nessun fastidio, nulla di diverso da un albergo in riviera. ##### Luisa Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Paronitti Sep 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Paronitti Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Sep 17, 2020 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Sheraton-Milan-Malpensa-Airport-Hotel-Conference-Center.h3773290.Hotel-Information) > > [Tivoli President Milano Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-NH-Collection-Milano-President.h2095.Hotel-Information) > > [NYX Hotel Milan by Leonardo Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-NYX-Hotel-Milan-By-Leonardo-Hotels.h17036706.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Rosa-Grand-Milano-Starhotels-Collezione.h2875.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & Spa, by R Collection Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Menaggio-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Victoria-Concept-Spa.h44262769.Hotel-Information) > > [Palazzo Touring Club Milan, A Radisson Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Radisson-Collection-Palazzo-Touring-Club.h64665804.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Lake Como](https://www.expedia.ca/Como-Hotels-Hilton-Lake-Como.h17246644.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Bellavista](https://www.expedia.ca/Menaggio-Hotels-Hotel-Bellavista.h3644157.Hotel-Information) > > [Filario Hotel & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Lezzeno-Hotels-Filario-Hotel-Residences.h10633580.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Borgo Antico](https://www.expedia.ca/Como-Hotels-Hotel-Borgo-Antico.h6385877.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellagio-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Villa-Serbelloni.h903773.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Palace, Milan](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-The-Westin-Palace.h7794.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Glam Milano](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Hotel-Glam-Milano.h2521132.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Da Vinci](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Hotel-Da-Vinci.h10110341.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Berna](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Hotel-Berna.h26287.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Mojito](https://www.expedia.ca/Gravedona-Hotels-Hotel-Mojito.h35249977.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Hive Milano](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Urban-Hive-Milano.h13018.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Milan - Garibaldi Station by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Milan-Garibaldi-Station.h922236.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Cipressi - by R Collection Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Varenna-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Cipressi.h22199491.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Imperiale & Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Moltrasio-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Imperiale-Resort.h34138.Hotel-Information) > > [Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda](https://www.expedia.ca/Gargnano-Hotels-Lefay-Resort-SPA-Lago-Di-Garda.h2239660.Hotel-Information) > > [The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-The-Square-Milano-Duomo-Preferred-Hotels-Resorts.h9385755.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Fasano](https://www.expedia.ca/Gardone-Riviera-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Fasano.h2688657.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Flori](https://www.expedia.ca/Como-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Flori.h7434.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Tremezzo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tremezzina-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Tremezzo.h58946683.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Milano](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Milano.h12681.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Milan](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Milan.h1649038.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Milano](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Melia-Milano.h662486.Hotel-Information) > > [Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan](https://www.expedia.ca/Milan-Hotels-Excelsior-Hotel-Gallia.h10422.Hotel-Information)