The 10 best hostels in Lugano, Switzerland

Some of the best backpacker spots in Lugano

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Wonderful: 9+ Very Good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+

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Lugano Savosa Youth Hostel

Lugano

Guests enjoy free use of all public transport in Ticino during their stay, as well as discounts on several leisure facilities. Please note that a daily surcharge applies to guests who are not members of the Youth Hostel Association.

Daria

Poland

The atmosphere in hostel was excellent, everybody were veeery nice and helpful :) I like so much the garden around the hostel and this silence in this area. The room and the bathroom were clean. I'm sure that I'll come back here :)))

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8.7

Excellent

1,088 reviews

Price from

$29

per night

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Hotel&Hostel Montarina

Lugano

The Hotel&Hostel Montarina occupies a historic Villa built around 1860, only 200 metres from the Lugano train station. It offers a park with a pool, free WiFi and a limited number of free parking spaces.

Rania

Turkey

amazing in all the sides i really recommend it 🌸😍

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8.2

Very Good

3,096 reviews

Price from

$46

per night

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Casa Calina

Carona (Near Lugano)

The Casa Calina is a newly renovated guest house with a large garden in a quiet location in Carona, with beautiful views over Lake Lugano. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Each room at Casa Calina has its own terrace offering superb views of the mountains of Ticino, Lake Lugano and the surrounding area. 3 rooms share a common bathroom. A kitchen and dining room for the guest's use are available as well.

Sabina-Ioana

United Kingdom

The location is a bit remote from the city of Lugano, but the views are wonderful and it's surrounded by nature. The house itself is very cozy, welcoming and well maintained.

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8.1

Very Good

36 reviews

Price from

$88

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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GuestHouse Lugano Center by LR
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $189.87
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
· 2,070 reviews
They have stove and microwave right in the room, it's amazing for budget backpacker who don't mild self-catering
LIYUAN
Solo traveler
Lugano Savosa Youth Hostel
Hostel in Lugano
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
· 1,087 reviews
Savosa Youth Hostel was an amazing stay for the price in Lugano. Publish Transport is within a few mins of a walk. Availability of Guest Kitchen was an addon.
Utkarsh P
Group
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $138.40
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
· 4,059 reviews
Easy hassle free stay, great location and cheap!
Katherine
Family with young children
Lugano Savosa Youth Hostel
Hostel in Lugano
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
· 1,087 reviews
The stuff was very friendly, the location for a youth hostel was amazing, the room was very clean and we enjoy our stay very much. We’ll return for sure.
Stéphanie
Family with young children
Hotel&Hostel Montarina
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $119.39
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
· 3,096 reviews
great location-great pool-quiet and air conditioned hostel rooms
Janice
Solo traveler
Hotel&Hostel Montarina
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $119.39
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
· 3,096 reviews
Montarina is a clean, well managed low-budget hostel in the Heart of Lugano. It is located in a lovely private garden and close to the city center. Recommendable to families with younger children, young couples, singles and aging people who are still young in spirit.
Rene
Travelers with friends
Hotel Besso Lugano Center
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $136.04
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
· 1,979 reviews
Great location. Near train station and with bus 3 connecting the rest of the city. The receptionists and stuff were really friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean, the balcony was a great addition. Wi-Fi worked perfectly. Breakfast is good and cheap. I would visit again for the next stay.
Adna
Solo traveler
Hotel Dischma
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $87.90
7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
· 2,764 reviews
Price/ quality is okay. Tourist tax 4,5 per person per night on top It is indeed one of the cheapest option to stay overnight in Lugano, if you don't want to sleep in a dormitory room. Reachable from the train station. Own bathroom and room is okay to stay a few nights.
Elena
Young couple
GuestHouse Lugano Center by LR
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $189.87
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
· 2,070 reviews
Safe area near the city centre of Lugano! Exceptional staff who gave us tips on where to go in Lugano and gave us Ticino tickets to travel the area. Fair, budget option which has a microwave and kettle to use (other facilities require an extra payment of 15 chf). Great that we could also use the laundry room equipped with washing machines and dryers.
Hui Yi
Family with young children
ibis budget Lugano Paradiso
Hostel in Lugano
Avg. price/night: $138.40
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
· 4,059 reviews
Great location, just a short walk to the city of Lugano. Safe neighbourhood. Friendly and welcoming staff. Quick and easy check-in and check-out. Good breakfast.
Neja R.
Young couple