Grotto Flora B&B Chambres de charme

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Staff

9.6

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About this property

Built in the 18th century, Grotto Flora is a Patrician house in Bigogno d'Agra. The traditional restaurant with a fireplace serves local cuisine and grilled specialties, which can be had out in the courtyard. Rooms are individually decorated. Some offer private bathrooms while others have shared bathroom facilities. Guests have access to free private parking and free Wi-Fi available in public areas. Lake Lugano is a 10-minute drive away. Bigogno is served by a regular bus service to and from Lugano which is, 3.7 mi away. On request, guests can use 2 outdoor pools, including 1 for children, which are 1.2 mi away. Table tennis, soccer and boccia can be played there as well and there is also a bar and sun loungers. The famous Swiss-Russian architect Antonio Adamini was born in this building.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ara
Switzerland Switzerland
“The staff was very welcoming, friendly and helpful”
Raphael
Switzerland Switzerland
“Wonderful authentic Grotto from the 17th century. spacious comfortable rooms. The Grotto is a gem of a retreat! Wonderful breakfast included:)”
Nadia
Canada Canada
“Incredibly friendly staff, delicious food, beautiful location”
Peter
United States United States
“Beautiful area and wonderful property. A bit of a challenge to drive the narrow streets to climb the hill but well worth it. The staff treats you like a long lost friend and you feel at home immediately. Delightful dinner and breakfast. Most...”
Norman
United States United States
“It was very beautiful- like being in a comfortable home. Loved the flowers and ambiance and the joy of the owners.”
Dcwanderer
United States United States
“The rooms are quaint, possibly even quirky, definitely not traditional and we loved them for it. The food in the restaurant was amazing - dinner and breakfast! And the hostess delightful!”
Norman
United States United States
“This hotel is a former multi-generation family home. I was greeted by two generations of this family and they made me feel so welcomed and so comfortable. A beautiful setting, with an on-site restaurant that is very good. There are beautiful...”
Josue
United States United States
“What wasn't there to like!!! Jessica was amazing from the very moment that I arrived, the food was exceptional”
William
United States United States
“This is a phenomenal property I wish we had booked more nights before moving on to Austria”
Sarah
United States United States
“Such a lovely property, lots of interesting little nooks and crannies. No 2 rooms alike I am sure. You could feel the history but yet it was fully modern in terms of facilities, comfort, etc”

Managed by Grotto Flora

Company review score: 9.6Based on 412 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The family Macconi - Bettosini is pleased to welcome you in the renovated bed and breakfast with values such as hospitality and harmony that distinguishes us from 1920.

Property info

The property is hosted by the city of Agra, which is also among the sunniest in Switzerland. Viewpoints and healthy air that is increasingly popular with guests makes it a preferred destination for walks and rest.

Neighborhood info

Agra and Golden Hill are among the most beautiful landscapes of Lugano, various artists and celebrities have decided to come to live, the core of the picturesque Bigogno our host and many cultural points .Sports, culture and fun await you !

Languages Spoken

German,English,French,Italian

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Grotto Flora
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • Steakhouse • Local
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional

House rules

Grotto Flora B&B Chambres de charme takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 8:00 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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroEC-CardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property is located 4.3 mi uphill from the town center. If you are not arriving by car, please take the bus 436 from the central station. It will take you there in 30 minutes.Please note that it is strictly forbidden to smoke inside the building. There will be an extra charge of CHF 200 if guests smoke inside the building. 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.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: Nr. Lear 755