Several years ago we took the train from Zurich to Lugano (fabulous train ride).

We stayed at Hotel DeLaPaix which we enjoyed tremendously. While the room itself was small, it was well appointed. We had dinner at the hotel and had the best tomato basil soup ever. The hotel later e-mailed us the recipe.

Fabulous view of Lake Lugano and the surrounding countryside from our room. The hotel was walking distance to restaurants, stores, etc.

I tried to find the website (there is one) but it appears to be down at the moment.

Loved our Lugano visit,

Chris in Pearland, TX USA