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Hotel International au Lac

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Via Nassa 68 | Piazza Luini, Lugano 6901, Switzerland
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Hotel International au Lac
Ranked #14 of 63 hotels in Lugano
4.0 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
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New York City, New York
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011
3
people found this review helpful

Came for a visit with my grand-daughter. Booked a single and was very happy with the room. Had a lake view which was lovely. Breakfast was nice - all sorts of breads, eggs, cold cuts, muesli, juices, etc. Anyone who could not be happy with the choices is much too picky. Hotel is ancien regime. It was founded in 1905.... More

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Elysburg, Pennsylvania
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

We stayed for 2 nights and found the hotel very historic with lots of history but very comfortable. A very nice selection for breakfast. The pool was ice cold but we were not there to swim. It was within walking distance to the boat dock, shopping and outdoor restaurants. A bit of hike with luggage from the train station after... More

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Midhurst, United Kingdom
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011
4
people found this review helpful

The hotel was picked by the Swiss Holiday Co. for my stay during a week long conference in Lugano ! It was the perfect base for the conference- taking place at the Congress Centre and the Universita, as well as for being in the jheart of the city . Other colleagues had chosen to come back to this hotel, specifically,... More

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Scotland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2011 via mobile
2
people found this review helpful

This hotel lays to the fact that it is over 100 years old and has a heritage to accompany that. I'm truth the hotel is tired and the rooms in particular are in dire need of an upgrade. If 1965 bathroom chic is your thing then you are in luck! The location is excellent with Louis Vitton as your neighbour... More

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North Yorkshire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed a week in this 3 Star Swiss Hotel and were delighted. It is an absolute gem of a hotel, with lots of character and the staff to go with it. That said, if you are member of the "Hoorray Henry Brigade" there are plenty of other hotels which may suit you better. But, if you like Italian food,... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011

Stayed here for 1 night on a solo mountain bike weekend trip. Room pretty small but acceptible, a good spread at breakfast, great location right in the centre of town. Ultimately, a family run place like this relies on it's staff and personal touch and they do a great job.

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Bangor
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Arrived by train and foolishly took a taxi. Paid £24 for a journey we could have walked by talking the funicular from the staion to the centre of the town and then 200 metre walk. Hotel is 3 star and is nicely furnished in an old fashioned way. Paid extra for a balcony room and the view was worth the... More

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Los Gatos
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129 reviews 129 reviews
Reviews in 79 cities Reviews in 79 cities
164 helpful votes 164 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2011

We enjoyed our stay at the International. We had a spacious end of the hall room that was large by European standards. Loved the sitting areas near the bar, on the outside patio and near the pool. Lots of antiques throughout the hotel. Plenty of area in front of the hotel to off load luggage and not feel rushed. Back... More

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Winthrop, Massachusetts
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011

We couldn't have asked for a more excellent and romantic room overlooking the lake - a corner room with French doors and a tiny balcony - although we paid well for that privilege. Not a hotel for the budget-conscious, but we did get what we paid for, including a wonderful breakfast buffet. And not sure if rooms in other locations... More

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tampa fl
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2011
1
person found this review helpful

My wife and I spent 3 nights here - well located on the lake and Via Nassa - older hotel but well-maintained - front desk very helpful, especially Luigia - pricey but in line with all Swiss prices - if we ever get back to this lovely spot we'll stay here again.

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Address: Via Nassa 68 | Piazza Luini, Lugano 6901, Switzerland
Price range (per night):* 171 AUD - 317 AUD

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