Lugano
Kristina and Maurizio bend over backwards at their B&B, lodged in a beautifully restored 16th-century town house. Exposed stone, natural fabrics and…
Must-see hotels in Ticino
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Locarno
With lake and mountain views to swoon over, this18th-century house turned B&B reclines in flower-draped gardens on a hill above Locarno. The bright, wood…
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Ticino
One of the sweetest options in Bellinzona, this lemon-fronted B&B is run like a tight ship by Michela and Massimo, who lovingly tend their garden with its…
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Lugano
If you're going to blow the budget, do it in boutique style at this new five-star design hotel in Lugano-Paradiso. The lake views from its 18 suites are…
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Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel & Spa
Lugano
This red-tiled residence set in sculptured gardens was built in 1926 for Prince Leopold von Hohenzollern, of the exiled German royal family. It oozes a…
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Lugano
Run by the respected local Gabbani food family and within sight of their signature delicatessen, this enticing place has slickly styled rooms with pops of…
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Locarno
Designed with a razor-sharp eye for detail, this boutique hotel above a cafe and art gallery has been decorated with flair, originality and lots of unique…
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Ticino
Expect a heartfelt benvenuto at this sweet, extremely peaceful B&B in Bosco Gurin, where the rush of a nearby stream is the backbeat. The colourful rooms…
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Locarno
Set in pretty gardens above Locarno, Pensione Olanda keeps it sweet and simple – though the views reaching across the lake to the mountains beyond are…
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Ticino
This is a 13th-century castle turned romantic waterfront hotel in the southeast corner of Ascona's Old Town, complete with flowery gardens and heated…
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Ticino
Just inside the Old Town, this is a petite and friendly midrange pick. Rooms are straightforward but light; the best have balconies with knockout views of…
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Ticino
Nestled in the heart of Ascona, this attractively converted 17th-century townhouse has nine bright, parquet-floored rooms. The restaurant (mains Sfr35 to…
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Ticino
Reached by a cable car from Verdasio or a lovely 8km hike through beech and chestnut woods, this eco-friendly B&B in Intragna is a welcome respite. The…
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Ticino
Marco and Loredana are your kind hosts at this petite, green-shuttered hotel in Ponte Brolla. Given the rural surrounds, the rooms are surprisingly modern…
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Ticino
From its perch above the Valle Onsernone, this restored 18th-century palazzo has soul-stirring views over thickly wooded mountains from its terrace. The…
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Ticino
Sitting opposite the train station, this candyfloss-pink hotel seamlessly blends turn-of-the-20th-century features like wrought iron and stained glass…
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Ticino
Hikers and mountain bikers love Ospizio San Gottardo, a 13th-century guesthouse recently given a contemporary makeover and now run on thermal energy. The…
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Lugano
Occupying a pastel-pink villa dating from 1860, this hotel-hostel duo extends a heartfelt welcome. Mosaic floors, high ceilings and wrought-iron…
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Locarno
On a gentle rise above the station, but within a 10-minute walk of the old town, this hotel is worth considering for its large, modern rooms that punch…
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Lugano
A lovely place to stay the night is the Locanda del Giglio in Roveredo, 8km north of Lugano. Backing onto forest, this eco-focused, solar-powered lodge…
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Ticino
On the fringes of Intragna is this sweet, stone-built guesthouse in the best of rustic grotto traditions. The interior is charmingly old-fashioned, the…
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Ticino
Set in beautiful gardens, this sweet, welcoming hotel has bright, spacious rooms with terrific views of the lake, an indoor pool and a private beach on…
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Ticino
To fully appreciate Valle Onsernone when its blanketed in morning silence, Da Toldo in Russo makes a fine base. Immersed in greenery, this restored…
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Ticino
Sitting on Cevio's main piazza, these simple, charmingly old-fashioned digs make a good base for exploring the valley. There's a decent restaurant that…
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Locarno
Piccolo ('small') by name and nature, this bijou hotel has unfussy but smartly kept rooms – the more expensive ones come with a balcony. Breakfast is…
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Lugano
Rooms are comfortable, with some antique furniture, at this lakefront pick. From the balconies of the front rooms you look straight out over Lago di…
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Ticino
Stay at riverside Osteria Vittoria, a bustling family lodge with its own restaurant (mains Sfr26 to Sfr45) and attractive gardens. Most of the bright,…
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Locarno
Rooms are gathered around a sunny internal courtyard, evoking a Mediterranean mood, and some have views over the Old Town centre and hills. The digs are…
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Ticino
Attractively situated near the Maggia River, this well-kept campground has shady pitches, a barbecue area and a solar-powered swimming pool. It's a good…
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Ticino
Situated 2.5km north of central Bellinzona, this leafy site is well equipped with a laundry, shop, snack bar, playground and children’s activities. From…
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Federazione Alpinistica Ticinese
Ticino
Ask about the 31 mountain huts run by the Federazione Alpinistica Ticinese along hiking trails. They and other huts (often unstaffed) are listed at www…
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Ticino
In keeping with the quaint look of Bosco Gurin, this hotel has bright, sizeable rooms, a sauna, a small gym and a pine-clad restaurant where an open fire…
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Locarno
Housed in the 19th-century former customs house, this baby-blue B&B has friendly service, dreamy lake views and jazz-themed rooms.
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Lugano
Housed in the Villa Savosa, this hostel has bright well-kept dorms, a barbecue area, a swimming pool and lush gardens. Sadly, the indifferent staff let…
