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Magic Gandria Lake-View Terrace, Lugano, Switzerland

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A scenic view of a mountainous landscape with a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a rustic building with ornate metalwork.
A stone-walled room with a view of a lake and mountains. There is a table with chairs and a small table set with a teapot and cups.
A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a large window with decorative ironwork.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern living room with a stone wall, a glass dining table, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Lugano

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Lugano
  • Place, Museo delle Dogane Svizzere
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Lugano
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Path of Olives
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Lugano

Located in Lugano, this apartment is in the mountains. Villa del Balbianello and Villa Erba are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lugano. LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Labirinto di Porto Letizia are also worth visiting.
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Lugano

What's nearby

  • Museo delle Dogane Svizzere - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Lugano - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Path of Olives - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Via Nassa - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Melide Station - 12 min drive
  • Lugano Funicular Station - 12 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Del Sole - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Funicolare - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Bottega di Gandria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pane & Zucchero - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Vetta Monte Brè - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magic Gandria Lake-View Terrace, Lugano, Switzerland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Magic Gandria Lake-View Terrace, Lugano, Switzerland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magic Gandria Lake-View Terrace, Lugano, Switzerland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magic Gandria Lake-View Terrace, Lugano, Switzerland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magic Gandria Lake-View Terrace, Lugano, Switzerland located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps away from Museo delle Dogane Svizzere and Lake Lugano. Path of Olives and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location ... ❤️ Gandria

We loved our stay at Magic Gandria. The steps were difficult (especially with luggage) but worth it. The home was very comfortable and roomy. It was so peaceful staying in this sleepy little town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to Lugano

We loved the quaint village of Gandria. Very happy we stayed there and not Lugano. There are lots of steps but that’s what makes it special. The restaurants were great and the view splendid.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2025
Hello, We are truly grateful for your positive review. It was a pleasure having you as our guest and we hope to welcome you back someday. Kind regards, HappyRentals Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Magic Gandria has a beautiful view of Lake Lugano. The place is 3 levels with several steep steps between each. Although there are gates on each level we don’t think it would be great for small children. Also it is 126 steps down from the parking area.The main bedroom has a wonderful terrace balcony looking out to the lake and mountain. The bottom floor bedroom does not have much of a view and no terrace.All in all it was a comfortable place to visit for our stay in Switzerland and northern Italy.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind and detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful views over Lake Lugano and found the property comfortable for your stay while exploring Switzerland and northern Italy. The terrace from the main bedroom is a special feature, and we’re glad it made your experience even more memorable. We also appreciate your helpful notes regarding the layout and stairs—these insights are very valuable for future guests when choosing the right property for their needs. Thank you again for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! Warm regards, Happy Rentals Team
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Magic Gandria

June 2017 I wanted to thank you and congratulate you on the wonderful job you guys do. I could tell you truly care and that is the essence of hospitality. Nico was great and your entire team I came in contact with was absolutely wonderful. Magic Gandria is an incredible place to which I look forward to returning. Thank you! Stella, USA
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hot

No AC which I knew when booking it. I work out six days a week, but the amount of stairs was overwhelming especially with luggage. If you are going to charge this much, you need a person to help with bags.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bellissima Gandria!

Just checked out this morning from Magical Gandria. First the pros: 1) beautiful view! That is the most important thing 2) property was clean 3) several great restaurants that you can walk down, down, down to 4) can take ferry to Lugano Now the cons: 1) extreme amount of stairs - 115 to be exact! 2) no air condition 3) bring your own soap, tissues, shampoo, etc. For the price, I think they should provide those added little touches 4) iron wouldn’t work 5) garbage bins were practically in the next town!! Would we stay here again?? Probably not but it was a real experience. Not necessarily a bad experience just not a convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent stay at Magical Gandria. We appreciate both the positive aspects and the areas where we did not meet your expectations. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful view from our property and that you found it clean. Also, we know that you appreciated the proximity to several excellent restaurants and the convenience of taking the ferry to Lugano. We apologise for any inconvenience you encountered during your stay. We understand that the 115 stairs to access the property may have been challenging for you. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will take it into consideration as we continue to improve our offerings and services. We thank you for choosing our establishment and wish you all the best for your future travels. Kind regards,
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Gandria is a special place with many lovely local restaurants. It would have been helpful to have a directory or list of those. When I asked the owner for a recommendation she directed me to Lugano. When Ivasked about the boat to the Swiss Customs Museum, I was again directed to Lugano. Thankfully I asked a neighbor and she told me that I could get the boat right in Gandria. I feel like they could promote their special little community better. The unit is nice with a beautiful view and the steps are exactly as explained so go there knowing you will be climbing up and down. It really was not bad at all though. Amenities are good and beds are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Beautiful location. Breathtaking views.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us.
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10/10 Excellent

Magic Gandria

My entire family greatly enjoyed our all too brief stay at Magic Gandria. The staff was extremely professional and responsive both prior to the rental and during the rental. I highly recommend Magic Gandria for anyone traveling in the Lugano area, and we intend to return at least once a year. I cannot think of anything that needs to be improved.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magic it is!

Absolutely beautiful rental apartment. Make sure to be dropped of at the top of Gandria as the stairs from the bottom of town up is difficult with luggage. The apartment covers 3 floors. My adolescent LOVED having the space downstairs! The upstairs bedroom and patio are amazing. Boat rental from Lugano was easy and such a treat. I'd definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charme et Magie

Lieu magnifique et très calme , très ressourçant, la végétation est splendide ! A voir absolument
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Magic Gandria

June 2018 Good location in Gandria, nice and clean inside. Amber, UK
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Magic Gandria

June 2018 Wundervoll gelegen mit schöner Aussicht, ideal für eine Gruppe, die ein paar Tage ausspannen möchte. Oliver, Germany
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