Riva Caccia 7, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
Established in 1887, the 5-star Splendide Royal hotel, a Lugano landmark with turn-of-the-century character, is situated on the city's lakeside main street. Complimentary WiFi is provided across the entirely nonsmoking premises. The hotel's elegant guest rooms, exquisite cuisine, and a dedicated staff of 100 ensure meticulous personal service, fostering strong client loyalty with a high rate of repeat visitors. The on-site restaurant, I Due Sud, boasts a 1 Michelin star and 16 Gault et Millau points for its culinary creations, which blend traditional flavors from southern Switzerland and southern Italy. I Due Sud serves dinner from Tuesdays to Saturdays, and reservations are highly recommended. La Veranda, another restaurant within the hotel, is open daily for lunch and dinner. It has earned 14 G&M points and features Mediterranean dishes prepared with local and seasonal produce. The Splendide Lifestyle Spa offers a pool, a sun terrace, a gym, and various saunas and steam baths. Beauty and cosmetic treatments are available for booking. The Belle Epoque bar serves aperitifs, cocktails, and a selection of international hors d'oeuvres and snacks until 00:30. Parking is available in the hotel's garage or on the grounds. The city center, with its boutiques, is a short walk along the lake.
