Title: Walter au Lac - 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) # Walter au Lac Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/f7f472fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/7d27c0f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/d0750bc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/59038e1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/93338bdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Walter au Lac offers a peaceful lakeside setting with a full breakfast. Guests love the rooftop terrace for views, and the on-site library for a quiet retreat. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and car rentals for exploring the area. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 11 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 12 - Oct. 13](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=971687&PinnedHotelID=971687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/f082adce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room, Lake View 7.8 Good 7 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu - 150 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Basic Double Room, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/421fca66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room, Lake View 8.6 Excellent 15 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu - 161 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Executive Double Room, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/6df02830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room, Balcony 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 194 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/f082adce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Balcony, Lake View 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 150 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Twin Bed ![Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/db8e80f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV - 431 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/ba23689b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, Balcony, Lake View 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 269 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/d2a79ffd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, Lake View 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu - 269 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/147a90e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu - 377 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971700/971687/daa054af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Mini-fridge LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 323 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/1000000/991700/991667/a58d2bb2_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Parco San Marco Lifestyle Beach Resort Porlezza - On private beach - Pool - Hot tub - Spa 9.6 Exceptional 458 reviews CA $390 CA $439 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Porlezza-Hotels-Parco-San-Marco-Lifestyle-Beach-Resort.h991667.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-10-19&chkout=2025-10-20&rm1=a2®ionId=2157&destination=Lugano&destType=MARKET&latLong=46.003887,8.951399&searchId=b6a47f09-86c4-418c-b327-705739fb4a7e&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13440000/13437500/13437441/4ce24cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### ibis budget Lugano Paradiso Paradiso - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLugano-Hotels-Walter-Au-Lac.h971687.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLugano-Hotels-Walter-Au-Lac.h971687.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Lugano City-Centre, a neighborhood in Lugano, Walter au Lac is in a shopping district and on a lake. Swissminiatur is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monte San Salvatore and Mount Generoso. LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Villa Ciani are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing, mountain climbing, and mountain biking, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. [Visit our Lugano travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Lugano.dx2157) ![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%7C46.00272%2C8.95056&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xLtmgR3RqNZK0-poaTxqBBFDZRI=) Piazza Rezzonico 7, Lugano, TI, 6900 ### What's nearby - LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Palazzo dei Congressi - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - University of Lugano - 14 min walk - 1.3 km - Lake Lugano - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 km ### Getting around - Lugano Funicular Station - 8 min walk - Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 9 min walk - Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Agua - ‬1 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Spaghetti Store - ‬1 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ristorante Olimpia - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Walter au Lac Hotel near LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura Located close to Villa Ciani and University of Lugano, Walter au Lac provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a library. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and multilingual staff - An elevator, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises - Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All guestrooms at Walter au Lac feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. 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Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - On the bay - On the boardwalk/promenade - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in room - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 5 floors - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoking not allowed - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Mini-fridge - Minibar ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Electrical adapters - Heating - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Express check-out available ### 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 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 any questions, 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. ### Renovations and closures The property will be renovating from January 1 2026 to February 26 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: - Elevator - Hallway - Select guestrooms During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are available for CHF 20.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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 We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Nearby parking fee: CHF 28 per night (820 ft away) - Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 20.0 per day - Rollaway bed fee: CHF 50.0 per night 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars. ### Property is 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 ### Is Walter au Lac pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Walter au Lac? > As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walter au Lac on Nov 10, 2025 start from CA $410.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Lugano-Hotels-Walter-Au-Lac.h971687.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Walter au Lac? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Walter au Lac? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Does Walter au Lac provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Walter au Lac located? > Located in Lugano City-Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Villa Ciani. University of Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are also within 1 mi (2 km). Lugano Funicular Station is 8 minutes by foot and Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) is 9 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walter au Lac Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 393 8 - Good 220 6 - Okay 51 4 - Poor 11 2 - Terrible 8 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Amenities Clean room | staff very helpful and pleasant | gave out useful info and a map for the sights of the area. ##### Fiona Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is perfect ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a4fd8fe-5eaa-4edf-9257-641bb036888a-1758043940549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9d3073c8-2e29-4c26-85c0-eea66c9dedea-1758043941102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marie Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernesto Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great locations. Wonderful Staff. Nice rooms. ##### Ernesto Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myla Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Love the hotel because it’s right there by the lake with a beautiful view of Como. Lots of restaurants nearby and walkable to everything. ##### Myla Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Jul 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent views and location ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dipesh Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location of the hotel is ideal. The view from my hotel room was fantastic. The breakfast was very good and the service was excellent. There are plenty of shops and restaurants, all within a couple of minutes walk. For further destinations, such as the main train station, a bus can be taken via the bus stop located a few seconds from the hotel. ##### Dipesh Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wow! What a great hotel. Very European feeling. Super staff (shout out to Antonio at the front desk for above and beyond customer service). Great view of lake. Easy walk (and funicular) from train. Great breakfast, wonderful city. Would definitely recommend and stay there again! ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaina Aug 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stunning hotel and views. Amazing breakfast ##### Shaina Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jodette Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities They were so helpful with all our needs! Very welcoming and accommodating. Breakfast room was beautiful and breakfast outstanding. Easy walkable access to everything. Very clean outstanding staff ##### jodette Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dax Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Right on the water of Lake Lugano and next to the city for good. Great staff and service was excellent! Thanks much! ##### Dax Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TERRY May 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the waterfront location and staff was wonderful. ##### TERRY Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sorin Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect spot to look out over the lake. Nice rooms with a good breakfast selection. Close to everything and during our stay there was a free open air jazz concert close by that we could just sit out on the balcony on listen to at night. Definitely recommend staying here. ##### Sorin Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice lake front view and quiet room even on the main st. Tons of restaurant/cafe easy walk. ##### mark Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivy Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient location and good service. ##### Ivy Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura R Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A beautiful place to stay The staff is very pleasant and kind. The view to the lake is breathtaking. ##### Laura R Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michele Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful location the air conditioning was perfect. You can't beat the room and the view. Breakfast was great. ##### michele Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith W Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This was an awesome place to say. Beautiful view of the lake. Very walkable to many restaurants and a park. ##### Keith W Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mahir Dec 26, 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Good hotel on the lake ##### Mahir Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Great location with even greater views from the room. Very friendly staff, room is clean and comfortable. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B8E937EC69148CAFA4053ABBA0904E63F221D6DE1728649536832.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Dec 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very helpful staff, excellent location with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and transit. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### majid May 25, 2025 Liked: Amenities Nice location. Bus stop 20 feet away takes you to train station. Breakfast average. View great. Location great ##### majid Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Terrific location! Very nice staff and nice breakfast. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carsa May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was beautiful, had a great location and the staff were very attentive and courteous. ##### Carsa Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth J May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The PERFECT hotel in Lugano!! The Walter Hotel is the Perfect Hotel!! You cannot beat the location ! Just a few minutes from the furnucular, taxi stop and cross walk in front of the hotel entrance. Outstanding Spaghetti Store restaurant next door. I got lucky when I found this hotel!! ![The Hotel](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2d775e10-b10d-428f-bfc1-91a8f137bf61-1746083351147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Welcome to Lugano ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8239a6e9-ebe7-427c-8402-370fffdf0e1f-1746083351275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Perfect location](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/29dc415d-823e-4037-b762-9385503e1d83-1746083349421.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![From my room window](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a6a20f19-702d-4c27-b794-b465a6dea555-1746083349110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kenneth J Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing location! ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Motels Golden](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Motels.d6058316-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [M Hotel Singapore City Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Singapore-Hotels-M-Hotel-Singapore-City-Centre.h552973.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental ANA Tokyo by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-InterContinental-ANA-Tokyo.h22199.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Golden](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hotels.d6058316.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Le Cantlie Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hotel-Le-Cantlie-Suites.h3179.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandals Negril - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Negril-Hotels-Sandals-Negril-ALL-INCLUSIVE-Couples-Only.h865598.Hotel-Information) > > [Marassi North Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/Alexandria-Hotels-Marassi-North-Coast.h23390189.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Midtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Midtown-New-York-Hotels.0-n6203489-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Whistler](https://www.expedia.ca/Whistler-Hotels.d4115.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Iberostar Selection Cancún - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Iberostar-Selection-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h4592689.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Union Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Union-Station-Hotels.d6151404.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Disneyland® Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Disneyland-Resort-Hotels.0-l6025613-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/hnl/edmonton-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Minneapolis - St. Paul (STP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/stp/calgary-to-st-paul) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cdg/dub/paris-to-dublin) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to New York (LGA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lga/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Barcelona (BCN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/bcn/montreal-to-barcelona) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yyc/toronto-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Hannover (HAJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/haj/winnipeg-to-hannover) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/lax/montreal-to-los-angeles) ### Cars > [Alamo Rent A Car Car Rentals In Kelowna Intl](https://www.expedia.ca/Alamo-Rent-A-Car-Car-Rentals-In-Kelowna-Intl.d6033592-c6.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Dorval](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Dorval.d6744.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Panama City Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Panama-City-Beach.d8021.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Virginia](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Virginia.d248.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Tesla Gigafactory](https://www.expedia.ca/Tesla-Gigafactory-Reno.d553248635640735362.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Grand Canyon Village Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Canyon-Village.d180153.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Southeast Florida](https://www.expedia.ca/Southeast-Florida.dx6047949)