Title: Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland Apartment with kitchen, near Lake Lugano ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201800/24201751/3ef91f5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201800/24201751/37b2824e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201800/24201751/b980c3a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201800/24201751/cc99d67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201800/24201751/3b24294c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Lugano, this modern 2-bed duplex provides a convenient retreat. Unwind in the light and airy ground floor with garden access or enjoy effortless entertaining in the open plan living room. With two spacious bedrooms, private laundry facilities, and a lovely private garden with BBQ and parking space. 8.0 Very good ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland Make the most of a Lugano city break, from this modern 2-bed duplex with private garden & parking! Offering a relaxed and conveniently-placed retreat, this modernised 2-storey duplex provides a lovely base from which to unwind and get out and sightsee (with central Lugano just 8 minutes’ drive away). The light and airy ground floor with garden access sets the scene for effortless entertaining. A welcoming sitting area with flat screen TV provides a restful ambience for laid-back moments-in. The spacious open plan living room leads through to a stylish accompanying family Kitchen Diner, fully-equipped with a cooker hob, microwave, oven, electric kettle, coffee machine, toaster, dishwasher and fridge (no freezer). Guests will find two spacious bedrooms to relax in and enjoy a good nights’ rest, comprising of a flexible loft-style room with a Double bed, alongside a second bedroom furnished with 2 Single beds; enabling the retreat to accommodate groups of 4 . The bedrooms are conveniently serviced by 2 bathrooms, comprising of a contemporary fitted family bathroom with tub and a shower tap and a modern fitted suite with walk-in shower. Private laundry facilities complete the internal layout whilst outside the retreat offers a lovely private garden with an outside dining area including barbecue and also a parking space. The duplex is conveniently located within an 8-11 minutes’ drive from Lugano train and bus station, the Parco Civico, Lido, Tennis club, casinos and the vibrant lakeside city centre. Key Features: • A modern 2-bedroom duplex for 4 • Contemporary Kitchen Diner • Flexible sleeping accommodation • Private garden with BBQ • Parking space in the garage (max. height 1.85 mtr. lenght 2.25 mtr) • 10 minutes’ drive from the highlights of central Lugano Sleeping: Bedroom 1: A flexible loft-style room with beamed ceiling, Double bed Bedroom 2: A charming bedroom with beamed ceiling and furnished with 2 Single beds Bathrooms: Bathroom 1: A family suite fitted with a bath tub, shower tap, wash basin, WC & bidet Bathroom 2: A modern fitted suite with walk-in shower cubicle, wash basin, WC & bidet Additional: • Central heating • FREE WiFi • Hairdryer • Laundry facilities & ironing facilities • Alfresco dining set provided • BBQ provided • Pets considered (upon request) Location: Situated in a convenient location along ‘Via Roncaccio’, guests are well-placed for reaching Lugano train station, the buzzing centre, designer shops, world-food restaurants, parks, museums, Lido and tennis club (8 minutes’ – 10 minutes’ drive away). Local nearby highlights include Mont Bre (26 minutes’ drive) and the cultural historical village of Gandria, with its ancient architecture, artistic pedigree and ancient Olive Trail (18 minutes’ drive away). The city of Lugano is easily reachable by train, ferry, bus, plane and car. Lugano airport, with its’ car rental shop is within easy reach for those flying in (just 7 minutes’ drive away). A frequent bus service and easy road links also run to the well-linked resort town of Menaggio, on neighbouring Lake Como (50 minutes’ drive away). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland Lugano Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland Apartment Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland Apartment Lugano 2582 ## 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%7C46.00357%2C8.94181&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J1rz6_z2-qXT9a5-_LwgcSiYUjo=) Lugano #### What's nearby - Via Nassa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Piazza della Riforma - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Palazzo dei Congressi - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Lake Lugano - 4 min drive - 3.2 km #### Getting around - Lugano Station - 7 min walk - Lugano Funicular Station - 8 min walk - Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Anacapri - ‬9 min walk - ‪Spaghetti Store - ‬16 min walk - ‪Grand Café Al Porto - ‬13 min walk - ‪Manora - ‬12 min walk - ‪Bar Ristorante Gabbani - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland located? > Located in Besso, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Santa Maria degli Angeli and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Lugano. San Lorenzo Cathedral and Piazza della Riforma are also within 15 minutes. Lugano Funicular Station is 8 minutes by foot and Lugano Station is 7 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Franklin House, Lugano, Switzerland Reviews 8.0 ### Very 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Chuck U., Fairfax Nov 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Decent place with a couple minor issues Plenty of space just in a secure area up the hill from downtown Lugano. A couple issues: - Didn’t have hot water two days. Technician responded and fixed it same day we brought it up. Could not figure out the thermostat and don’t see the instruction book supposedly provided. - Garage is tiny and scraped the side of a compact rental even with my spouse guiding me. Mentioned to agency who said I could park elsewhere to include a paid spot. Found a free parking area instead. - TV: there was a Acer computer monitor, VCR, and other equipment. Didn’t even bother or care about it. Wi-Fi: fast and reliable. Laundry: Ad said: Laundry facilities. There was a 5 kilo washer and two half broken drying racks. Agency didn’t respond to my query. Hair dryer: broken and not functional. Agency do not address my message. Kitchen: all frying pans were cheap and very scratched. No idea what they were made of, but probably not very healthy. Decent overall, but ad could be more accurate. ##### Chuck U. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Maria B. Oct 13, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Appar Franklin Lugano Très bien située .par contre pas assez de coussins pour dormir Comme il faut pour 7 personnes. Et on nous a pas laisser entrer pour metre les valises car l’appart devais être nettoyer et j’ai du moi enlever une partie des toiles d’araignée Du plafond mais encore beaucoup . Chauffages salon et chambre pas fonctionner Et on a eu froid il faut encore une ou deux couvertures . Un beau appart mais pas mal de choses à ameilleurez pour que se soit Nikel ##### Maria B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jun 26, 2018 #### Franklin House June 2018 Grand et lumineux appartement, à 12 minutes à pied de la gare. Confortable, malgré un manque de certains produits de première nécessité (savon, gel douche, poubelle dans la salle de bains). Quartier calme mais un peu excentré. 2 belles salles de bains. 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