The Swiss Historic & Garden Hotel Villa Carona, a place of living history with warm family hospitality, is located above Lake Lugano. For more than 200 years, this patrician villa has shaped the picturesque Ticino village of Carona. Behind its historic walls unfolds a world where authentic joie de vivre and cultural heritage come together. The venerable architecture, the enchanting garden, and the unique atmosphere make Villa Carona a place of energy where history remains vividly alive.
The historic hotel offers 18 individually designed rooms in various categories – from charming single rooms and differently sized double rooms to romantic garden rooms. For families, larger rooms or flexible combinations are available. All rooms combine historical details with modern comfort and feature contemporary bathrooms. Guests may also enjoy breakfast in the idyllic garden – the perfect start to the day amidst the atmosphere of Ticino.
Garden, wellness, and culinary delights – all this awaits you in our little paradise. Immerse yourself in dolce far niente and enjoy unforgettable moments. Start the day with breakfast in the garden when the weather is fine, let your soul unwind on our sun loungers, relax in the 36 °C hot tub, or swim in the heated outdoor pool (April to October, 26 °C). Our new, intimate wellness area will be waiting for you, with sauna, steam bath, relaxation room, and a tranquil garden.
Villa Carona is a family-run hotel, full of warm hospitality and living history. With great dedication and care, we cultivate a personal atmosphere in which our guests feel welcome and looked after from the very beginning. Many of our staff members have been part of our house for many years and contribute greatly to ensuring that you feel completely at ease with us.
Together with our well-coordinated Villa Carona team and the kitchen and service crew of Ristorante La Sosta, we do everything we can to make your stay an unforgettable experience.
The Cornelia & Jörg Deubner-Marty Family with Amelie, Sophia & Louisa
are individually designed, combining antique style with modern comfort. Many rooms feature original wall paintings and ceiling frescoes. All rooms are equipped with modern, contemporary bathrooms. Due to the traditional architecture of the house, the rooms are rather small. If you prefer more space, we recommend booking a higher room category.
Our garden, with carefully selected Mediterranean plants and flowers such as camellias, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, our large shade-giving tulip tree, and the romantic vine pergola, is a true natural gem – full of tranquility, fragrance, and Mediterranean charm. Everyone can find their favorite spot in its different areas – whether on the comfortable sun loungers, by the outdoor pool, in the hot tub, under the vine pergola, or at the many seating areas – all with magnificent views over the Ticino mountain landscape.
In fine weather, enjoy your breakfast outdoors on the sun terrace in the garden with a magnificent view of Monte Generoso – an experience that will stay with you for a long time. A cappuccino, a delicate brioche, a glass of Prosecco … all under the open sky: pure dolce far niente. At our breakfast you can look forward to fresh, regional products as well as special highlights such as make-your-own pancakes. For guests with allergies, we also provide lactose- and gluten-free options.
Outdoors in harmony: cool off in the garden swimming pool, relax in the warm hot pot under the open sky, unwind in our new wellness oasis “Sanus per Aquam” , and find peace in the newly designed outdoor relaxation area – treat yourself to moments of deceleration. Use of the facilities is included for our hotel guests; the opening hours of the wellness area vary according to the season. Towels and bathrobes are provided, and bathing shoes are available at the reception upon request. Simply take time for yourself.
Carona has always been a place of creativity. Many famous artists lived here and drew inspiration from the charm of the village. The wonderful environment and atmosphere provide the perfect setting for conferences, seminars, retreats, workshops, etc.
Our romantic Garden and Swiss Historic Hotel allows you and your guests to experience a period of creativity. Away from dreary everyday life, you can let your thoughts flow and you can come up with new ideas that open new paths for you. We can organise an event.
We would even be happy to reserve the whole establishment for you. We can put together highly appealing offers for you and your guests. Tell us about your individual requirements and we will provide you with a customised offer.
Villa Carona was built in 1781, by the Andreoli family of entrepreneurs from Milan as a summer residence. For nearly 100 years, it served as their retreat to escape the heat of Milan. The patrician estate is situated on the edge of the village, flanked by the historically significant homes of famous Carona artist families such as the Scala, Petrini, Solari, and Casella families. In addition to the villa and Carona village, these families have also influenced the Moscow Kremlin, the Cathedral of Milan, and many other world-famous monuments. Villa Carona was split in half by a marriage in the Scala dynasty in the middle of the 19th century.
The large garden, the cellar, and the current structure were built at that time. The last Scala family occupant of the Villa was a railway engineer. He built railway lines in Argentina during the summer months and spent the rest of the time in Carona. The house was converted into a hotel in 1951. In 1969 and 1995, the villa was renovated again, while retaining its special charm. Today, Villa Carona is a well-maintained 3-star hotel full of antique character and warmth. Numerous historic floors have been exposed and illusionist paintings on the walls and ceilings have been revealed once more.
