Lugano / Novotel Lugano Paradiso
Novotel Lugano Paradiso ** ** , Lugano
The Novotel Lugano Paradiso is located just steps from Lake Lugano in the elegant Paradiso district – and, at only a 6-minute drive from the AIL Arena, closer to the stadium than any other hotel in its category. The combination of modern comfort, Mediterranean flair, and immediate proximity to the city center makes this 4-star superior hotel the ideal base for international football teams and delegations.
The spacious, soundproofed rooms with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a work area guarantee restful periods of relaxation – ideal conditions for regeneration and concentration before and after the game. Double and multi-bed occupancy for teams is available upon request.
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AIL Arena – The new home stadium of FC Lugano
The AIL Arena is FC Lugano's brand-new home stadium and one of the most modern football arenas in Switzerland. Opened in 2026, this boutique stadium in the Cornaredo district replaces the historic Stadio di Cornaredo, where FC Lugano played their home matches for 75 years – and where a World Cup match even took place in 1954.
With a capacity of approximately 10,000 spectators, the AIL Arena meets all requirements for national and international matches – from the Super League to UEFA competitions. The stadium is the centerpiece of the new sports and events center (Polo sportivo e degli eventi) and boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure: high-quality team changing rooms, a press area, hospitality zones, and everything professional clubs need for serious match preparation.
The AIL Arena can be reached from the Novotel Lugano Paradiso in just 6 minutes by car (2 km). – the shortest stadium distance of all Lugano team hotels.
As a DMC partner, we organize the coordination for you around the AIL Arena – from training sessions and test matches to finding suitable opponents: from FC Lugano itself to other Swiss professional and semi-professional teams to international guest clubs from the nearby Serie A.Located just steps from Lake Lugano and in close proximity to the city center, the Novotel Lugano Paradiso combines modern comfort with Mediterranean flair. This 4-star superior hotel offers ideal conditions for international football teams, delegations, and business guests attending UEFA Champions League, Europa League, or Conference League matches in Lugano.
The spacious, soundproofed rooms feature air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a work area, a safe, and tea and coffee making facilities, guaranteeing restful sleep. Double and multi-bed rooms for teams are available upon request. The heated outdoor pool (open seasonally), the modern fitness center, and the hotel's relaxed atmosphere create optimal conditions for recovery and preparation.
The hotel offers a stylish à la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine, as well as a welcoming bar. Customized team menus with tailored nutritional compositions are available upon request. Several fully equipped conference and meeting rooms are available for team meetings, video analysis, media relations, or organizational discussions.
Thanks to its location in the elegant Paradiso district, Lake Lugano, the promenade, and attractions such as Monte San Salvatore are easily accessible on foot – ideal for leisurely strolls and active relaxation. The Novotel Lugano Paradiso combines professionalism, comfort, and Italian joie de vivre in one of the most attractive destinations in southern Switzerland. Due to its central location and high demand, we recommend booking as early as possible!
Local routes
The Novotel Lugano Paradiso is conveniently located in the Paradiso district and is easily accessible from all major airports:
Lugano-Agno Airport (LUG): approx. 12 min., 4.9 km
Milan-Malpensa Airport (MXP): approx. 53 min., 72.3 km
The distance from the hotel to the AIL Arena – the new home stadium of FC Lugano – is only about 2 kilometers:
By coach: approx. 6 minutes
By public transport: approx. 15 minutes
On foot / as a cool-down run: approx. 25 minutes
This makes the Novotel Lugano Paradiso the closest team hotel to the AIL Arena – ideal for short distances on game and training days.
We organize a shuttle service with our own coach for each training and match day between the hotel, the AIL Arena, and all training grounds in the Lugano area. Lugano-Paradiso train station is just a short walk away – ideal if team members are arriving separately.
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