Hotel Federale - Lugano

Family-run hotel with video-surveilled underground parking and complimentary Ticino Ticket

Amenities & Services

Hotel Federale Lugano offers video-surveilled underground parking at the heart of Lugano, with an electric vehicle charging station and valet parking. Guests receive a complimentary Ticino Ticket providing free public transport and discounts on local attractions. The hotel is pet-friendly, allowing pets in rooms and common areas, and provides 24-hour security with CCTV coverage.

Rooms & Views

Many rooms at Hotel Federale have balconies offering views of Monte Bré or the town and lake. Rooms include air conditioning and private bathrooms with grab rails for accessibility. Superior Panorama Twin Rooms with Lake View provide a direct view of Lake Lugano from the 5th floor.

Dining

Restaurant San Lorenzo serves a mix of North and South culinary traditions, with an outdoor dining terrace for breakfast and banquets. The breakfast buffet includes local specialties and gluten-free options, served on the terrace in summer. Special diet menus and wine/champagne are available, with the chef often greeting guests during dinner service.

Location

Hotel Federale is a 3-minute walk from Lugano train station and a short downhill walk to the lakeshore and Piazza Riforma. The Cathedral of San Lorenzo is within walking distance, and the funicular to the old town stops nearby. Guests can easily reach Monte San Salvatore and Monte Brè using the complimentary Ticino Ticket.

Family & Business

The hotel provides a family-oriented atmosphere with special attention to children, including quadruple rooms and cribs upon request. Meeting and banquet facilities accommodate up to 40 people, with fax/photocopying and packed lunches available. Luggage storage and a shared lounge/TV area are provided for guests' convenience.

• Parking: Video-surveilled underground parking with EV charging and valet
• Transport: Complimentary Ticino Ticket for free public transport and discounts
• Rooms: Balconies with views of Monte Bré or Lake Lugano
• Dining: Restaurant San Lorenzo with North-South cuisine and outdoor terrace
• Pets: Pets allowed in rooms and common areas
• Business: Meeting facilities for up to 40 guests
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms and grab rails in bathrooms

License number: 1946