Top Hotels in Canton of Ticino Specialty lodgings
Top Things to do in Canton of Ticino
10 Top-Rated Specialty lodgings in Canton of Ticino, Swiss Alps
This Italian-speaking region in Southern Switzerland is on the border with Italy. Bellinzona is the capital, and Lugano is the most important city in the canton, known for its beautiful waterfront, steep hillsides and gorgeous lake views. Castelgrande is a lovely medieval castle overlooking the city that has recently been restored. The Centovalli Railway is a scenic train that operates between Locarno, Switzerland and Domodossola, Italy, traveling through the breathtaking "Hundred Valleys." Lake Como is nearby, the home of People magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive,” George Clooney.
Things to do in Canton of Ticino
1. Relais Castello di Morcote
Overall Ratings
5 based on 36 reviews
A charming, intimate and elegant hotel with twelve completely unique bedrooms, designed during the renovation of a patrician house originally from ‘600. The picturesque village of Vico Morcote with its stone houses, narrow alleys and arcades. A landscape of extraordinary beauty with a headland jutting out into the lake, enchanted forests and Mediterranean vegetation. Between lake and sky, just a few steps from our 172-hectare vineyard you can immerse yourself in this breathtaking nature, a place that tells its story and awaits your visit!
A short but restorative stay
Reviewed By BS4059We planned to visit the hotel in November 2021 but cancelled as the whole family had COVID. The hotel had graciously converted our non-cancellable deposits into vouchers to be used within 1 year. That act in good faith was very much appreciated. When we arrived, there was a bit of a glitch with the package we reserved but it was quickly sorted out and we discovered we have been upgraded from our initial booking. Extra point for yet another generous gesture! To us, the hotel was a bit unexpected from its social media persona. In social media and websites, it is portrayed as a quiet and self-sufficient hotel with restaurants and winery nearby. The winery is within 10 minutes of walking distance but the restaurant (where they offer the wine tasting and dinner package) is a 10 min drive up the mountain on a precarious one-car street! Aside from another restaurant beside the hotel (which apparently do not belong to them...?), visitors must go to Morcote proper for food. Additionally, there was no spa or pool and the garden was quite small to spend the entire day at the property. As the hotel is built on a converted convent, the rooms can also be quite small. Our room is actually very nice with large bathroom and a fire place but no view to speak of. Which was OK as it was made up by the beautiful sitting room and terrace. The hotel would be better as a base for hiking or biking. After an energetic outdoor excursion, the beautifully restored hotel is a perfect oasis to relax before dinner. Overall, we love it. We recommend to join the wine and dine event at the nearby winery when offered. Food was excellent, truly showcasing the wine, and the location was just magical.
2. Albergo Porta Verzasca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Urlaub
Reviewed By CopitoblancoI was there with my kids and we loved it. The hotel is clean, the room nice, and being next to the bus stop is handy when you want to go up to the Verzasca Valley. Breakfast is humble but good. I always judge by the fruit salad and they preoare it with fresh fruits ??. A big plus point is the Rooftop terrasse. Nice view and the subsets look super. We had dinner there and it was really tasty. The service is always friendly and they are very helpful.
3. Hotel Liberty
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 101 reviews
A hole for the night
Reviewed By thesuprWe didn't know what we put us into. We just booked a room near the station. And there was nobody there. We had to figure out how to check in with what code, and managed to find our room that was smelling of toilet water. We had to close the toilet. They seem to be aware of the problem, since the toilet window was kept ajar. The room was small and ugly.
4. Bahnhof Haus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Overnight stay
Reviewed By yrjo3333This is an excellent choice just at the Italian border. Easy to take 7 min by train to Como Centro. Brilliant location big value of money and an excellent breakfast! Definitely the best choice around the area!
5. Albergo Zappa
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 42 reviews
One night stay, very nice
Reviewed By EricP4420Clean rooms, friendly staff. Nice breakfast and dinner. All quit basic, but friendly staff made it all OK. We were here 1 night as a stop over tot Italy. Recommended. Beds were not very comfortabel and bath room very tiny. But for 1 night no problem.
6. Donjon B and B Ristorante
Overall Ratings
5 based on 13 reviews
Utterly delightful.
Reviewed By Kevin HWe booked this hotel on the off-chance as we needed something for three nights which was reasonably priced in the Vallemaggia. We could not have chosen better. The hotel had everything we needed. The young couple who run it were delightful. The food both for breakfast and the evening meals was excellent. Our room was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay in Vallemaggia.
7. Lugano Center Guest House
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 69 reviews
The GuestHouse Lugano Center is located nearby the city center of Lugano, a few steps from the new LAC the new artistic and cultural center of Lugano. Ideal stay for art lovers, in 10 minutes walking you can reach down town or the enchanting promenade on Lake Ceresio. We are in front of the fabulous Florida Park with a breathtaking view of Lake Lugano. The GuestHouse, open all year round, is a model of innovative tourist hospitality, the ideal place to stay for pleasant holidays in Switzerland, for those who come to Ticino for work or simply for shopping in the renowned Via Nassa or in the largest "Factory store" of southern Europe, Fox Town, a temple of luxury and elegance.
DO NOT RECOMMEND!! WE ENDED UP HAVING TO SLEEP ON THE FLOOR !!
Reviewed By constanca-reisI DO NOT RECOMMEND!! I can only show my displeasure. An unfit bed, with a broken base and a very uncomfortable mattress. We thought we were going to be able to rest these two nights in Lugano and it turned out to be a disappointment. We ended up having to sleep on the floor due to the lack of prepared conditions. The manager claims to provide quality service and book rooms with conditions…and we received a room with a broken bed. How is it possible to rest and have a good night? After the complaint was made to the same, as well as the booking, they say they can do nothing, and worse, they only made the refund for the second night when we said we were going to call the police. The lack of consideration for guests is enormous to the point of providing this type of service. We definitely DO NOT recommend! Make your reservation at another hotel! This situation really only demonstrates the character and values of those in charge and managers of this hotel.
8. Yachtsport Resort Lago Maggiore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
The YACHTSPORT RESORT is a maritime leisure and holiday facility in the Swiss Canton of Ticino, located on a prominent exposed lake property directly on Lago Maggiore. The lakeside environment around the YACHTSPORT RESORT is famous for its extraordinary water sport conditions; the local thermal winds ensure consistently ideal sailing weather. The facility offers, among other things, a holiday hotel, a motorboat and sailing school, and a Mediterranean marina with comfortable storage spaces for sport dinghies, as well as maintained berths for yachts up to 50 feet long.
Really nice hotel
Reviewed By BilncrsOnly stayed the one night, but saw enough to warrant an excellent score. We had a balcony room overlooking the beautiful Lake Maggiore. The room itself was spotless, with a neutical theme. Breakfast was had on the terrace, with an excellent choice of food. We were given free bus tickets by the hotel to get to Ascona for the Jazz festival. On our return, we opted to get a taxi instead. Big mistake! CHF50 for the 10 minute journey!!
9. Hotel Villa Carona
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Nicht alltäglich!
Reviewed By BeatenbergIn diesem Hotel zu sein ist ein richtiges Erlebnis und eine Zeitreise in die Vergangenheit. Alles sehr gepflegt, im Haus und im Garten! Dazu eine hervorragende Regionale Küche! Das Personal in Restaurant und Hotel ist sehr freundlich! DasBett war zwar etwas kurz, es hat keinen Lift und viele Treppen und Stufen.
10. Eco-Hotel Cristallina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Great location
Reviewed By Alu-PooThe hotel is in a small village in the Valle Maggia. We had a small room with an extra bed added to it on our request. Our room had a large double bed, bedside tables, a small desk and a shelf to keep stuff. The bathroom was small but had everything we needed, inclduing a nice shelf to keep our stuff. Our room had no balcony. Everything was very clean. The neighbourhood is quiet, we slept well. The dining area is nice. Breakfast was served as a buffet with many good choices. We walked around the village and ate dinner in some other restaurant we found - but the hotel is serving dinner too.
