The Defanti is a historic, family-run hotel and restaurant in Lavorgo, in the northern part of the Canton of Ticino. It offers free WiFi in public areas.
Owned and operated for over 100 years by the Defanti family, the hotel is only 1.2 mi from the Faido-Lavorgo motorway exit. The restaurant serves a wide range of delicious dishes. There is also a grocery store and a low-priced petrol station at the Defanti.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
“Great room, great service. Excellent and convenient restaurant first floor.”
Joyce_ireland
Ireland
“We were warmly welcomed into this charming hotel (in the same ownership for four generations) by helpful staff who ensured that all our needs were looked after. Our motorcycle was housed in the adjoining garage, our bedroom was large, bright and...”
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Vera
Switzerland
“I booked this hotel as it is close to the Gotthard tunnel and allowed me an early start the next morning. Staff is exceptional, welcome for dogs is amazing and food is great. The hotel itself is decent. Come into age but well maintained and clean....”
Anne
United Kingdom
“Good location, just minutes from the San Gottardo tunnel. Very friendly staff.”
Donald
Belgium
“Just everything about this hotel offers a charm which, more and more, is becoming lost whilst still providing all mod cons. Loved it. The staff were particularly friendly; breakfast copious! If we weren't looking for a different route home we...”
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Geoff
Australia
“SIince 1903 this Albergo DeSanti has been a great stopover in a nice , tiny Lavorgo. Traditional service , food & friendliness made this a lovely stay.”
Wendy
New Zealand
“Nice little village and convenient point to stop between lucerne and Domodossola”
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Ronald
Philippines
“Excellent and friendly family-run hotel and restaurant. Comfy beds, fine restaurant at good prices, enough parking (no EV) and room is very clean. Good breakfast in the morning with fresh brewed coffee and daily fresh products.”
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Kathy
Belgium
“Super convenient location for one night stay on our way to Italy. Great restaurant and breakfast”
Charles
United Kingdom
“A family run hotel with a lot of character. We had a three course meal and the included breakfast. The location is very convenient and stunning views from the main rooms”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
Ristorante Defanti
Cuisine
French • Italian • Mediterranean • International • European
Ambience
Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Defanti takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
CHF 15 per child, per night
Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.
When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of CHF 8 per pet, per (stay) applies. Please note that a maximum of [ 2 ] pet(s) is allowed.
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