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Viale Castagnola 31, Lugano 6906, Switzerland
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Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Ranked #2 of 63 hotels in Lugano
4.5 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
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New York City, New York
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“5 star staff, 3 star room, 2 star food”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2010
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GOOD POINTS -
Excellent staff: attentive, accomodating, friendly and yet did not give the feeling at all of being 'in your face'. They really do their jobs very well.
Beautiful interior which is clearly taken care of extremely well.
Beautiful location with delightful view overlooking the lake.
BAD POINTS -
Small rooms (ours was a 'double superior'), bathroom was the worst point, smaller than a travel-lodge and in serious need of renovation (step back to the 70s). The size issue is forgivable in a building of this character, however the renovation issue is not forgivable in a hotel at this star-rating / cost.
Poor food for this type of hotel (we stayed half-board and regretted it). Food was not bad, but only average. Alot of effort made on the ingredients and presentation, but on the whole tasteless and uninspired. A couple of dishes approached 'good' and we enjoyed, but on the whole way below standard compared to other fine hotels in switzerland. Regarding breakfast choice is limited, and we never managed to find a bread roll or croissant that was fresh, this was a particularly poor point.
OVERALL -
If you want to stay in a great location in a beautiful building, wonderful view, and don't mind a small room and down-market bathroom, and don't want to eat at the hotel (lots of great restaurants in Lugano), then this will be ok for you.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled with family
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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manchester
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“Poor service spoilt an otherwise enjoyable stay.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2010

We were traveling around Europe with 4 friends and we were all really looking forward to our night of luxury at this hotel.
Unfortunately, the shower in our room was broken and we couldn't use the it or the bath. The staff were unable to get it fixed and were not at all sympathetic that this was a major inconvenience to us.
We were offered a bathroom in a very small room several minutes walk away from our superior room. There was no offer of any compensation for this.
Very disappointed.

  • Stayed July 2010, travelled with friends
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Nice Hotel with great staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2010

We stayed for 5 days and enjoyed everything about this hotel. The rooms are fully renovated with a wonderful view of the lake. There is a tennis court and nice indoor swimming pool and under ground car parking. The staff is just great, friendly and ready to help to whatever you request.

If we are back to Lugano we will definitely be back hear.

  • Stayed July 2010, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Zurich, Switzerland
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“The best hotel in Lugano”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2010

Fabulous hotel, staff very kind and helpfull. Great view on the lake, very confortable room with lots of space. The swimming pool open on the garden is magnifiscent.

  • Stayed June 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Zagreb, Croatia
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98 reviews 98 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
“elegant”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2010

For the first time I was there we stayed only 1 night and I was very sorry I hadn’t got enough time to enjoy it. It is very elegant and sophisticated hotel. Starting with the big reception space, through the even larger saloon for a nightcap or a conversation by the fire in the open fireplace, to the dinner À la Carte in the separated part of the restaurant with crystal glasses and discrete service. I had a fish in a salt crust, but it was simply not salty enough. Strange. Room service is fast and helpful.
Only thing that is not for recommendation is arriving in the middle of the night. It is possible, but there is just one guy wake and he is in stress because he has to take care of you, luggage, car, keys, room … and all that at the same time.

  • Stayed December 2008, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Viale Castagnola 31, Lugano 6906, Switzerland
Price range (per night):* INR17,889 - 27,419

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