Villa Sassa

4.0 star property

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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
City view from property
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Signature Suite, Lake View | Living room
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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Via Tesserete 10, Lugano, TI, 6900
  • Place, Palazzo dei Congressi
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Nassa
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Lugano
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Suite, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Grand Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Grand Suite, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 95 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Signature Suite, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 110 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Lugano

With a stay at Villa Sassa in Lugano (Lugano City-Centre), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Lugano and San Lorenzo Cathedral. .This spa hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from BSí and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Palazzo dei Congressi.

What's nearby

  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Via Nassa - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lungolago - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Lugano - 5 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Lugano (QDL-Lugano Rail Station) - 12 min walk
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 13 min walk
  • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rookies Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restorante 1001 Notte - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oops Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪wong ho - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Genzana Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Villa Sassa

Lakefront hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
Villa Sassa offers 120 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Lugano hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Dot Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Ai giardini di Sassa, for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Ai giardini di Sassa - This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.
Bistrot Bar - This bistro serves lunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Dotlicious - This sports bar serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Limo/town car service
  • Uncovered parking on site (CHF 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 18 to 25 for adults and CHF 15 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ai giardini di Sassa
  • Bistrot Bar
  • Dotlicious

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (140 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 70.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 18 to 25 for adults, and CHF 15 to 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CHF 260 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: CHF 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 70.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sassa
Hotel Villa Sassa
Sassa Hotel
Villa Sassa
Villa Sassa Hotel
Villa Sassa Hotel Residence
Villa Sassa Hotel Residence Lugano
Villa Sassa Residence
Villa Sassa Residence Lugano
Hotel Sassa And Residence
Villa Sassa Hotel
Villa Sassa Lugano
Villa Sassa Hotel Lugano
Villa Sassa Hotel Residence Spa

Villa Sassa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 975 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 975 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 975 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 975 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 975 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Katrin

The hotel is a bit dated, 1980s architecture. The rooms are a nice size though and the bathrooms modernized. The pool is very nice. The restaurants and especially the service were awful. Overpriced, poor food and arrogant waiters really put a damper on our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s gorgeous
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Angélica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The location is beautiful, but the hotel needs renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing ! Thank you for making a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

The staff were very welcoming, friendly, and the food and service was great. Good location, and the view from the hotel was beautiful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Natalia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked a stay at the Villa Sasa due to the reviews, description, and pictures we saw on Expedia. The drive to the resort was very urban and not at all what we expected. It is not close to any main street that you can walk by the lake, was difficult to find, and honestly just not what we expected after seeing pictures and reviews online. The receptionist, and those working at the front desk were very nice, but failed to explain any options as far as closest place to possibly swim in the lake, which main streets in the center of town or nearby or worth going to to walk around for reviews and good dinner, you really were left to google and find this information on your own. They do give you an electronic voucher for free public bus transportation, but no real direction of which stops are beneficial to go to which stops are good for walking around to shop or to grab dinner. Once you were at the resort, you were pretty much secluded to only the grounds of the resort as walking around there, and the nearby streets did not have anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For me, the biggest reason why you come to Villa Sassa is the majestic view or the surrounding areas. It's a scene out of a movie. Beautiful with a lake view. The only thing that could be better is having more kid friendly food options and a major paint job of the buildings, as it looks outdated and takes away from the aesthetic view of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lior

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful Getaway with Stunning Views and Relaxatio

We had a wonderful experience – this hotel offers a luxurious and relaxing stay with excellent spa facilities, a beautiful outdoor pool overlooking the lake, a great jacuzzi, and a spacious gym. The hotel was not crowded, which added to the peaceful atmosphere. It truly has everything you need for a quiet, rejuvenating vacation. The only downsides were the food, which was just average for a 4-star hotel, and the overpriced bistro – better to dine in town. Still, breakfast was good, and overall, this place has the potential to become our regular summer getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible property, beautiful view, amazing food. Wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate, spacious room, and comfortable bed. Strong, hot, shower. Decent air conditioning. The only oddity is lack of microwave, but you get an oven instead (and food reheated that way tastes better, anyway). If you like windows open, the road by the property is not quiet on weekday mornings, and there are no reliable spots to find food anywhere near the property. But that's kind of an Italy thing, anyway. Learn the bus system before you arrive -- it's state-of-the-art and your best bet in the hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Josefina

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the suite room and that was amazing. The view was amazing. The bathroom was a little dirty the dloor(hairs) but the rest was perfect. The kitchen was great but they don’t have plates, silverware, etc. So you can’t cook there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located in a far away location. Super difficult to access from the main tourist area. The hotel is old and the breakfast was not great. Regular food. The price does not reflect on the quality you get.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elías, Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular view of Lugano.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nazila, RPV

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful view, nice SPA air conditioner was not working despite calling front desk several times They ran out of breakfast if you go in last hour
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the rain, we had a fantastic two-night stay at Hotel Sassa. The service was excellent, the views were stunning even in bad weather, and the spa was a perfect escape. The breakfast was super. A great spot for a relaxing couples’ getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad Charge

I was charged for bottle water which I thought was free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved every moment spent at Villa Sassa. The food options were phenomenal. The staff was friendly, responsive and organized. Everything was clean and the amenities were lovely. Our accommodations were perfect and the views were breath-taking. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Stayed 1 night in May 2025