Relais Castello Di Morcote Hotel

Adults-only hotel in a former 17th-century convent overlooking Lake Lugano

Rooms & Accommodations

At Relais Castello di Morcote, guest rooms are set within the walls of a former 17th-century convent. Each room includes air conditioning, a private bathroom with free toiletries, and a flat-screen TV. Some Superior Double Rooms add a balcony with lake or garden views.

Dining & Wine Experiences

The hotel operates two restaurants: Sorgente, offering fine dining in a casual setting, and Vicania, a meadow-side venue with sunset views (transport available). Guests can taste the property's own wines at the honesty bar and purchase bottles to take home. Daily buffet breakfast is included, with special diet menus available on request.

Activities & Local Access

Guests have exclusive access to the hotel's family-owned vineyard and winery, where walking paths lead to castle ruins. Bike rental and walking tours are available from reception, and the area is popular for cycling. Public transport tickets can be purchased at the tour desk, and the medieval castle of Morcote is within walking distance.

Hotel Grounds & Amenities

The grounds include a landscaped garden, sun terrace with loungers, and a picnic area with outdoor furniture. An electric vehicle charging station and accessible parking are provided, along with a shared lounge and terrace. The hotel is adults-only and offers wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails.

Location & Surroundings

Relais Castello di Morcote sits on a hillside above Vico Morcote, overlooking Lake Lugano. The property is 3 miles from Swiss Miniatur and 8 miles from Lugano Station, with easy access to the charming villages of Morcote and Vico Morcote. Nearby attractions include the Museum of Modern Art and the medieval castle of Morcote.

• Accommodations: Rooms in a former 17th-century convent with original architecture
• Dining: Two on-site restaurants - Sorgente and Vicania - plus a vineyard honesty bar
• Activities: Exclusive vineyard tours, wine tasting, bike rental, and walking paths to castle ruins
• Wellness: Sun terrace with loungers, landscaped garden, and serene lake views
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms, electric vehicle charging, and accessible parking
• Location: Hillside village above Lake Lugano, minutes from Morcote and Swiss Miniatur