Resort Collina d'Oro, Starhotels Collezione  

Perched on Collina d'Oro hill just minutes from Lugano, this sunlit resort sits in a leafy 25-hectare park. Stroll to Hermann Hesse Museum, Swissminiatur, Casa Camuzzi and Santa Maria degli Angeli, or drive a few minutes to Lake Lugano, LAC and Via Nassa. A family-friendly spa resort with quick access to town and nature.

Choose from 16 double rooms or 30 elegant suites with panoramic park and lake views. Rooms are styled simply and warmly, with fridges, flat-screen TVs, minibars, bathrobes and slippers, plus rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries in many units. A Residence wing offers furnished and unfurnished apartments for short stays or longer living, all wrapped in a tranquil, art-inspiring setting.

The big draw is the 1,000 m² spa and fitness centre set in nature. Indoor and outdoor pools (outdoor open seasonally), hot tub, Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, steam room, Kneipp path and multi-sensory showers keep the wellness vibe strong. State-of-the-art gym with Technogym gear and a personal trainer, plus massage and beauty treatments. There’s a poolside bar, library, picnic area, concierge, valet parking and transfers. Complimentary wired and wireless internet is available throughout the property.

Two modern meeting rooms and 570 sq ft of conference space make this a discreet event choice. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected, and free valet parking simplifies arrivals.

The hotel restaurant serves a refined Mediterranean menu that highlights seasonal vegetables from the resort’s organic garden and an exclusive wine list, including the on-site 'Collina d'Oro' red. Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast each morning (07:00–10:30), sip cocktails at the poolside bar, or order room service during limited hours.