Aparthotel

GuestHouse Lugano University

City-center aparthotel within easy reach of Lake Lugano

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GuestHouse Lugano University offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Lugano. Apartments feature kitchenettes and free WiFi.
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (4)

  • 21 smoke-free apartments
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Fitness center
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking nearby
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms
CA $101
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

Room options

Showing 5 of 5 rooms
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a view of palm trees and buildings.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, and a painting of a red double-decker bus.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor balcony.

Standard Studio, Terrace

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor balcony.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a view of palm trees and buildings.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, and a painting of a red double-decker bus.

Standard Studio, Balcony

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A neatly made bed with white linens and two rolled towels, a wooden headboard, and an orange cabinet in a hotel room.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a window with curtains.
A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a grey upholstered headboard, and a wooden floor.

Standard Studio

  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a chair, and a large window.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, an orange chair, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A modern room with a wooden floor, a desk with two chairs, a bed, and a wardrobe.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window with blue curtains, a wall-mounted shelf, and a colorful abstract painting.
A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a nightstand, a wall-mounted shelf unit, and a large window.

Superior Apartment

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
23 Via Madonnetta, Lugano, TI, 6900

What's nearby

  • University of Lugano - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Parco Ciani - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lugano Exhibition Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Lugano - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 20 min drive
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 71 min drive
  • Melide Station - 8 min drive
  • Lugano Station - 20 min walk
  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 20 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Before B4 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restorante 1001 Notte - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Fresco - ‬6 min walk

About this property

GuestHouse Lugano University

  • GuestHouse Lugano University offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Lugano. Apartments feature kitchenettes and free WiFi.

At a glance

Property size

    • 21 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 164 ft
    • Street parking available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 164 ft
  • Street parking available

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Soundproofing
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Fitness center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 21 rooms

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Lugano University Lugano
GuestHouse Lugano University Lugano
GuestHouse Lugano University Aparthotel
GuestHouse Lugano University Aparthotel Lugano

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at GuestHouse Lugano University?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at GuestHouse Lugano University?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at GuestHouse Lugano University?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at GuestHouse Lugano University and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Does GuestHouse Lugano University have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchenette which also includes a stovetop, a microwave, and cookware.

What's the area around GuestHouse Lugano University like?

GuestHouse Lugano University is in Molino Nuovo, a short 14-minute walk from Lake Lugano and 11 minutes' walk from Lugano Exhibition Centre.

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GuestHouse Lugano University Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything super ! We were for short time, but the studio was perfect to make a rest, our case !
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and good price!
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8/10 Very good

Room had everything I needed and access to washing machine and tumble dryer was super helpful. Bowls could have been a bit more bowly, they were more for pasta than for cereal. The stand out item was the faff to check in which required going to the other side of town to pay the tax part of check in before getting a code for the lock safe. The check in person was super friendly but the automated emails didn't facilitate two way interaction to see if the check in faff was actually necessary. Still, it was clean and comfortable and now I know the deal I would probably stay there again. Also close to a couple of nice local bars and coffee shops
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable clean practical room. Easy to get anywhere in Lugano. The laundry room requires a bit of negotiation with others during busy times. Bring your own laundry soap and basket - for travelers this means a trip to the grocery store.
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4/10 Fair

Well, Expedia wrote $5 city tax at booking time, the host charged CHF 11.50 ($15!) right before the stay. Even worse, to be paid either by a weird local swiss payment system or paypal. Nothing else, no cash no credit card. Not great at all. Also quite noisy apartment. Otherwise clean and ok.
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6/10 Good

Clean room. Cooperative staff. The price on website is not correct and had to spend 100+euros extra for the taxes
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6/10 Good

SMALLER ROOM THAN EXPECTED - NOT REALLY EASY FOR COOKING
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6/10 Good

Location was good. The bed was unfortunately so uncomfortable, we both woke up with bad backs. Would say it needs a new mattress. No tv or air-conditioning so did get hot in the room.
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8/10 Very good

It is a lively place near the University, with decent publuc transport
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6/10 Good

Difficult to get ahold of the admin and unless I casually found the general admin of the building supervising the premises I wouldn’t have gotten ahold of the laundry door entry codes. Communication was poor. Too many info request to get the access code for day 1. Location is great. Places to eat, shop, visit and transportation incomparable
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2/10 Poor

Did not realize until I arrived at the property they wanted an email of my passport and credit card. That they needed additional money than Expedia had asked for. My bad but there was another couple there with the same problem. They were unresponsive to emails. Expedia was no help. Finally got in. Room was clean and large. Bathroom was nice but bed was uncomfortable and room was noisy. Price was good for Lugano. Lack of electrical outlets.
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8/10 Very good

good place, many communication problems

The studio is basic, but has anything you need - small kitchen, microwave, dishes (no dish sope, however). The bathroom needs some repairs, but is spacious. The place, however, despite being mordern, has literally zero charm. But it is very well located, and the price is absolutely right. My main problem was the communication: As I booked via hotels.com, a plethora of conflicting and confusing information follwed (e.g. you have to check-in elswhere; we will reveal information if you give us informatin on this form (which was empty). Contact us if .. with no contact information. A link to paypal and twint without telling me what they wanted me to pay. I eventually found out their email, and contacted them to get the missing information. This chaos sort of represents also their attitude: you do not feel welcome. Noone said - glad to have you as a guest, but there are threats of "if you do not clean the kitchen, it costs .. if you do not check out exactly at the time, we will ... " . (And: check out their responses to criticism on the net). My suggestion to the organizers: Besides of all the rules and threats you communicate, you may include a welcome, glad to host you. This said: I will go back there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Alles gut für mich, danke
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10/10 Exceptional

gutes zimmer, aber ein bisschen warm im sommer. Einfaches checkin mit code und badge
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4/10 Fair

床不舒服，地點還可以，但自助服務和押金過程很複雜都無法用英文讀取，所以，要親自寫Mail處理
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10/10 Exceptional

Bom quarto, perto dos principais pontos, da estação de trem, o ponto de ônibus é literalmente em frente e a cama é muito confortável, tomamos um lanche na sacada e foi muito fresco, embaixo tem várias lanchonetes e a Universidade de Lugano Não estava totalmente limpo e o cheiro não é agradável, o banheiro enche de água ao tomar banho
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6/10 Good

L'appartamento ha una ottima posizione. L'arredamento è abbastanza semplice, l'angolo cottura del tutto insoddisfacente. Nella descrizione su Hotels.com non era scritto che occorreva fare un deposito di 150 CHF, e l'importo della tassa di soggiorno era errato. A fine soggiorno la struttura mi ha trattenuto dal deposito da differenza della tassa di soggiorno senza comunicarmi nulla. Inoltre ho scoperto che l'incremento della tassa di soggiorno dava diritto al Ticino Ticket, che ci avrebbe consentito di usare i mezzi pubblici gratuitamente per tre giorni, ma non ci è stata fornita. Quindi lamento scarsa trasparenza e un ingiusto danno economico.
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10/10 Exceptional

Tutto perfetto!!!!!!!!!!!!
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6/10 Good

Tutto sommato un po caro ma comunque alla fine
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10/10 Exceptional

Si la stanza
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8/10 Very good

La stanza pulita ed attrezzata. Personale disponibile.
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8/10 Very good

客房是不錯 ，房間和浴室夠大 ，就是只住一晚 ，把我放在最高層 ，第二天退房搬行李下樓時 簡直考驗
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8/10 Very good

Einfach und zweckmässig
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8/10 Very good

Chambre propre et cuisine bien équipée malheureuresement manque la télé.
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8/10 Very good

Alles was man braucht war vorhanden. Das Bad war wunderschön. Aber man musste store runter lassen da Scheiben normal waren.
Wunderschönes Bad Aber keine Blickdichten Fester. Musste Store runterlassen.
Super bequem Bett. Store und Vorhang zum dunkel machen. Mega gut. Leider neben dem Bett nur 1Steckdose.
Grosser Kleiderschrank Mikrowelle daneben.