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The best hostels in Lugano

Some of the best backpacker spots in Lugano

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Guests enjoy free use of all public transport in Ticino during their stay, as well as discounts on several leisure facilities. Please note that a daily surcharge applies to guests who are not members of the Youth Hostel Association.

Beautiful location, friendly staff

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8.7
Fabulous
1,087 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 200 metres from the Lugano train station. It offers a park with a pool, free WiFi and a limited number of free parking spaces.

Very kind and helpful staff, they can communicate on "every" language. The hotel is located really close to the center and to the public traffic; train station/bus station. The buildings and the garden are really nice. The view is awesome. Within the facilities erything is clean and well maintained. The kitchen and lunch-room are well equiped and clean. They have fridge, oven, stove, microwave, kettle, kitchenette, etc. for shared use. The free parking lodge is a great advantage. For this price with this location, it was a great choice.

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8.2
Very good
3,127 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

The Casa Calina is a newly renovated guest house with a large garden in a quiet location in Carona, with beautiful views over Lake Lugano. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Each room at Casa Calina has its own terrace offering superb views of the mountains of Ticino, Lake Lugano and the surrounding area. 3 rooms share a common bathroom. A kitchen and dining room for the guest's use are available as well.

Nice and affordable place for those who would like to enjoy the mountain and lake view from a nice yard or common balcony, cook their own food, hang out and potentially meet some people in a cozy common room.

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8
Very good
34 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Lugano

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 27 reviews
    First time at Lugano and at this appartment. I had a lovely stay. Great location, just about 5 min walk to the lake and nearby restaurants (I had a good breakfast at Mauri food, lunch at California Bakery, also could recommend Agape). I stayed for work purpose, the congress centre is also just a few minutes walk, so very convenient. Safe building. Super clean.
    Charlien
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £93.37
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,090 reviews
    They have stove and microwave right in the room, it's amazing for budget backpacker who don't mild self-catering
    LIYUAN
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £95.68
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,088 reviews
    Savosa Youth Hostel was an amazing stay for the price in Lugano. Publish Transport is within a few mins of a walk. Availability of Guest Kitchen was an addon.
    Utkarsh P
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £127.31
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,034 reviews
    Easy hassle free stay, great location and cheap!
    Katherine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £95.68
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,088 reviews
    The stuff was very friendly, the location for a youth hostel was amazing, the room was very clean and we enjoy our stay very much. We’ll return for sure.
    Stéphanie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £94.24
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,134 reviews
    great location-great pool-quiet and air conditioned hostel rooms
    Janice
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £94.24
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,134 reviews
    Montarina is a clean, well managed low-budget hostel in the Heart of Lugano. It is located in a lovely private garden and close to the city center. Recommendable to families with younger children, young couples, singles and aging people who are still young in spirit.
    Rene
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £138.50
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,029 reviews
    Great location. Near train station and with bus 3 connecting the rest of the city. The receptionists and stuff were really friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean, the balcony was a great addition. Wi-Fi worked perfectly. Breakfast is good and cheap. I would visit again for the next stay.
    Adna
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.83
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,738 reviews
    Price/ quality is okay. Tourist tax 4,5 per person per night on top It is indeed one of the cheapest option to stay overnight in Lugano, if you don't want to sleep in a dormitory room. Reachable from the train station. Own bathroom and room is okay to stay a few nights.
    Elena
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.37
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,090 reviews
    Safe area near the city centre of Lugano! Exceptional staff who gave us tips on where to go in Lugano and gave us Ticino tickets to travel the area. Fair, budget option which has a microwave and kettle to use (other facilities require an extra payment of 15 chf). Great that we could also use the laundry room equipped with washing machines and dryers.
    Hui Yi
    Family with young children

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