Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hotel Splendide Royal

Established in 1887, the 5-star Splendide Royal with its turn-of-the-century character is Lugano's most fashionable hotel, located on Lugano's lakeside main street. Free WiFi is available throughout the entirely non-smoking property. With its elegant guest rooms, fine cuisine and a staff of 100 employees who provide meticulous personal service, the Splendide Royal hotel inspires loyalty among its clients. Usually more than half the guests are repeat visitors. The executive chef of the hotel's own restaurant I Due Sud has been rewarded with 1 Michelin star and 16 Gault et Millau points for the cuisine combining traditional flavours from southern Switzerland and southern Italy. This restaurant serves dinner from Tuesdays to Saturdays (reservation highly recommended), while the La Veranda restaurant (14 G&M points) is open daily for lunch and dinner, offering Mediterranean dishes with local and seasonal produce. The on-site Splendide Lifestyle Spa includes a pool, a sun terrace, a gym, as well as various saunas and steam baths. Beauty and cosmetic treatments can be booked. Aperitifs and cocktails, as well as a selection of international hors d'oeuvres and snacks is available in the Belle Epoque bar until 00:30 in the night. You can park your car in the garage or outside on the hotel grounds. The city centre with its boutiques can be reached within a walk of just a few minutes along the lake.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Private parking at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • Green Globe Certification
    Green Globe Certification

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful hotel, totally professional and helpful staff. Fantastic breakfasts. Had a lovely room overlooking Lake Lugano…
  • Katrin
    Switzerland Switzerland
    It was such a nice old vibe but with modern facilities. The spa was amazing! Great location in Paradiso close to the boat and everything. Three restos with good food and top notch service. The breakfast had many good options!
  • Kalina
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Chic / elegant / tradition / quality / old money / discretion
  • Ioana
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Spotless and big room with high quality amenities and an amazing view over lake Lugano. The breakfast was excellent, however having to pay 30 francs for eggs benedict is a bit much
  • Mingyu
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    every staff is nice & restaurant is great. Lake view room make us relaxing
  • Sarah
    Ireland Ireland
    Totally amazing , especially staff, so helpful and friendly
  • Milica
    Montenegro Montenegro
    Everything was absolutely perfect. Refinement, elegance, comfort, service…
  • Eve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant spa which felt very luxurious. Lovely decor and big clean room and bathroom. Helpful staff who were there to help us with anything we needed. Perfect location close to the centre and right on the lake.
  • Khalkhali
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Definitely we will back again :) Fantastic hotel
  • Dr
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Presumably the no. one place in Lugano Super service, everybody so eager to make our trip perfect. Excellent concierge support. Very good food. Stylish hotel, well renovated.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • I Due Sud - 1 Michelin Star / 16 GaultMillau points
    • Open for
      Dinner
  • La Veranda - 14 GaultMillau points
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

House rules

Hotel Splendide Royal takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please also note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.