Hillside superyacht suites
Perched high on Monte San Salvatore, this secluded hillside retreat feels like a private superyacht suspended peacefully above Lake Lugano.
“Pale marine teak, glass and an antibacterial, stone-like material called krion dominate the building’s design in undulating patterns in a deliberate nod to the sea.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Pale marine teak and undulating white Krion echo superyacht decks above Lake Lugano.
Remarkable
Pillow menus, house fragrances, and complimentary electric Smart cars for touring Ticino.
Notable
An indoor lap pool, Himalayan salt room, and Finnish saunas overlooking Lake Lugano.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
It’s just like being on a luxurious yacht in this modern hotel whose name gives an indication of its main attraction – the lovely view.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Monte San Salvatore trails begin steps away, while complimentary electric Smart cars and e-bikes make touring around Lugano effortless.
The rooms
Suites feature marine teak floors, slatted timber partitions, deep-soaking bathtubs, and wide balconies framing direct lake views.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
An 18-meter indoor lap pool with a counter-current system sits alongside a wood-floored personal training gym.
The vitality pool
Swan-neck jets bubble through the indoor vitality pool, which looks out through floor-to-ceiling glass to the gardens.
The salt room
Backlit Himalayan salt bricks line the relaxation room, where curved wicker loungers sit in warm amber light.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
THE VIEW Fine Dining
Michelin-starred tasting menus highlight Ticino and Dolomite flavors, served beside an illuminated glass wine wall.
TreCinqueZero Terrace & Bar
The open teak deck pours aperitifs and champagne against sweeping 180-degree views across Lake Lugano.
How it began
Architects Luca Gazzaniga and Michele Zago conceived the 2015 building to resemble a sleek mega-yacht sailing high above the water.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.