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About the Hotel

Via Montalbano 5, Lugano, Switzerland, 6900
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Close to Lake Lugano
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Located around a 25-minute walk from the lakefront park "Parco Ciani" in Lugano, the historic Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano hotel offers a Turkish steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a wellness facility. The hillside location, a short way from Swiss Alps makes the upmarket hotel suitable for a wide range of activities, including hiking, lawn tennis, and ping pong.

Location

This Lugano hotel is nestled just 0.7 km from Lake Lugano. The prestigious Villa Principe is within a few blocks of the Museo in Erba and above a mountain.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Lido Riva Caccia, which is nearly 5 minutes away by car. Monte San Salvatore is 4.2 km away, and Lugano train station is situated within 2 km of the historical-style accommodation.

The 5-star Villa Principe Leopoldo hotel is located 5 km from Agno airport and fairly close to Pambio Paese bus stop.

Rooms

The hotel has 37 rooms, comprising a balcony and a sitting area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and pay-per-view channels, along with a minibar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, are offered. Bathroom comforts include hair dryers and bath sheets, and such essentials as a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower. Guests can take advantage of views of the lake.

Eat & Drink

Visitors can have a drink at the piano bar, which has live music, a piano, and a TV. The bar area includes a lounge. Located only 550 metres from the Villa Principe Lugano, the pizzeria Ristorante Balmelli offers an Italian menu.

Leisure & Business

The accommodation features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness area to help guests stay in shape. You can play tennis at this boutique hotel. There is a conference room available for corporate travellers.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through Parco Ciani for stunning lake views and peace.
  • Indulge in risotto Al Tartufo at Ristorante Grotto Camuzzi.
  • Explore the stunning art at the Museo d'Arte Lugano.
  • Visit the charming markets at Piazza della Riforma on Thursdays.
  • Take a funicular ride to Monte Brè for breathtaking panoramas.
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Villa Principe Leopoldo offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Princess Garden Suite Private Spa Access
2 persons
810 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Signature Lake Suite Balcony Private Spa Access
2 persons
1400 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Junior Suite
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe One Bedroom Suite Balcony
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Villa Principe Leopoldo offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.9/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Yoga class

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Villa Principe Leopoldo Location

Via Montalbano 5, Lugano, Switzerland, 6900
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Via Montalbano 5, Lugano, Switzerland, 6900
Nearby
riva Antonio Caccia 6a
Fondazione Gabriele e Anna Braglia
1900 ft
Restaurants
Restaurant Al Barilotto
4300 ft
Via S. Calloni 18 6900 Lugano
Irish Pub Sorengo
3600 ft
via Ponte Tresa 24 a
Ristorante Balmelli
1900 ft
Via Sant' Abbondio 31
Bar Domino Pizzeria Ristorante
4800 ft
riva Antonio Caccia 12
Metamorphosis
5000 ft
Riva Paradiso 2
Giardino
3400 ft
via Ponte Tresa 28
Cafe Retro Ristorante Tivoli
1.0 mi
via Guisan 6
La Veranda Restaurant
4200 ft
riva Antonio Caccia 7 Hotel Splendide Royal
Ristorante Paradiso
1.0 mi
via San Salvatore 16
Getting around
City Centre
Lugano22 min  ·  1.1 mi
Airports
Agno Airport (LUG)8 min  ·  3.0 mi
Train
Lugano-Paradiso10 min  ·  2700 ft
Lugano Station18 min  ·  5000 ft
Bus
Bus stop6 min  ·  1700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a continental breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian
Year renovated:
2009
Number of rooms:
37
Former name
Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel & SPA

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Villa Principe Leopoldo from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 138 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
93%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.9/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.5/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 732 reviews
4.5/5
based on 411 reviews
9.0/10
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