Top 10 hotels in Locarno, Switzerland

August 7, 2022 Emerita Lamoureux

Discover the best hotels in Locarno, Lake Maggiore, Canton of Ticino, Swiss Alps including Hotel Belvedere Locarno, Hotel La Palma au Lac, Hotel & Lounge Lago Maggiore, ibis Locarno, Caffe Dell'Arte Boutique Rooms, Hotel Garni Muralto, H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno, Hotel Garni DU LAC, Hotel Millennium, Hotel Geranio au Lac.
Restaurants in Locarno

1. Hotel Belvedere Locarno

via ai Monti di Trinità 44, Locarno 6600 Switzerland 011 41 91 751 03 63
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 505 reviews

Hotel Belvedere Locarno

Located on the hill which overlooks the city of Locarno, the Hotel Belvedere offers a breathtaking view on Lake Maggiore and its surrounding mountains, making it the ideal place for a wonderful stay in Ticino all year round. Only a seven-minute walk away from Piazza Grande, the train station and the lake side. 90 fully renovated rooms and suites, all south-facing and with panoramic views. Oasi Spa with in- and outdoor swimming-pool, sauna, Turkish bath, Laconium, fitness. La Fontana Ristorante & Bar, 14 points GaultMillau.

A memorable wedding party

Reviewed By Ced-Worldtraveller91

We celebrated our wedding here! From the beginning to the end everything was perfect! Great staff, lovely food and nice location. We had a nice aperitif outdoor with local sparkling wine and local snacks. Afterwards we were in a lovely small room with a chimney for our wedding dinner! We had a blast! To end up the night we went to the bar which was also fun. Thanks to all staff members of the Belvedere for making our day memorable

2. Hotel La Palma au Lac

viale Verbano 29, Muralto, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
63%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 174 reviews

Hotel La Palma au Lac

La Palma au Lac Hotel has 68 high-quality bedrooms and a suite designed with elegance and style; south-facing rooms have a balcony with furniture offering a beautiful view of Lake Maggiore. Whether you eat in the restaurant or on the sun terrace, the cooking with its Italian flair spoils the guests completely! In the newly opened wellness area, you can pamper yourself with various massages and beauty treatments before enjoying the stunning view of Lake Maggiore on the terrace.

Very good hotel!

Reviewed By andrez314

Very nice location and beautiful view from lake facing rooms. Very clean, professional staff, good choice for breakfast. Good restaurant with interesting menu. Everything one would expect from that level. Would definitely come again!

3. Hotel & Lounge Lago Maggiore

viale Verbano 25, Muralto, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
81%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 69 reviews

Hotel & Lounge Lago Maggiore

The Hotel & Lounge Lago Maggiore is located in a privileged position on the lakeside of Locarno-Muralto and offers an "Active lifestyle" to its active guest, who loves beauty and quality service in a modern and informal environment. To welcome you, a splendid terrace-lounge, a bright hall furnished with design elements and inviting double rooms or junior suites with balconies and splendid views.

6* Review

Reviewed By Kahawa2006

Exceptional in all ways! Easter weekend trip to this beautiful hotel on the Lakeshore of Locarno - Staff make you feel beyond special due to their humble yet caring attendance - Rooms were perfectly arranged, spacious and catered to all needs (coffee pods available) - Breakfast buffet was generous and delicious - Afternoon drinks in the lounge were exceptional (best Bloody Mary I had in a long while and generous snacks provided!) - Partying gift of 2 artisanal beers were consumed with nostalgia as I wish to only return as soon as possible!! Grazie!

4. ibis Locarno

via Giuseppe Cattori 6, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
33%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 829 reviews

ibis Locarno

The ibis Locarno hotel is located in the heart of the town of Locarno, just a few minutes' walk from the lake, the ferry terminal, the Piazza Grande and the casino. It is 100% non-smoking. The hotel is fully air-conditioned and has 83 rooms, of which 4 are for people with reduced mobility and 3 are suites. There is also a 24-hour bar serving snacks, a sauna, a welcoming breakfast area and an indoor paying car park (upon availability). Free WIFI access.

Overpriced average

Reviewed By Waldemar_Schneider

So far our experience with ibis has been quite good indeed. However, at this location, we got a small room (wall was shaking when neighbors slammed their door) with twin bed and narrow passage to the bath room. TV set was broken (repaired on next day).

5. Caffe Dell'Arte Boutique Rooms

via Cittadella 9, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
79%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 282 reviews

Caffe Dell'Arte Boutique Rooms

Caffe dell'Arte Boutique Rooms is in a restored historic building, dating back to the 15th century. It is situated only 50 metres from Locarno's Piazza Grande, where the annual Locarno Film Festival, Moon and Stars Festival and Locarno on Ice are held. Free WiFi is available. The non-smoking rooms are unique in their design and different from one another. They come with a flat-screen TV and some also feature access to a balcony. Breakfast is prepared using fresh local products.The Caffe dell'Arte features a large courtyard sheltered by walls and allows one to fully relax whilst sipping an espresso, a creamy cappuccino or a hot chocolate. You can enjoy arts and culture in a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere, far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Around the Caffe dell'Arte Boutique Rooms you can find a great variety of restaurants offering everything from typical dishes from Ticino to nouvelle cuisine.

Arty unique style boutique hotel

Reviewed By petesaund

We were relieved to be in the historic centre in a heritage style building as many parts of Lucarno are modern with very bland architecture and frankly you scratch your head to find a choice of decent midrange restaurants which are not high end or touristy.Forget about retail and craft shops If it was not for the hotel we would have stayed in Ascona.without doubt as within its historic centre there is a range of restaurants and hotels lakeside and facing its sweeping harbour as well as diverse shopping opportunities However we chose Locarno specifically for this hotel as a base for our six night stay as we spent little time in the town itself The hotel room tariff is consistent for a hotel of this quality in Switzerland and it specifically states rooms not bed and breakfast.We often do not always like regular breakfasts in hotels and many do exclusive and inclusive of breakfast.However we did inclusive and were not disappointed.It was not a typical breakfast and it changed everyday - healthy fresh products with creative combinations the likes of which we have not experienced before.The breakfast area "Feel So Good " was part of the hotel yet open to nonguests through another entrance Firstly the hotel has reserved parking a few minutes walk away which was a bonus The hotel has been renovated and has a lot of quirky art throughout communal areas and rooms We chose a spacious corner room which was full of light.There were all the amenities and facilities there including coffee machine and safe.Importantly the mattress was high quality and extremely comfortable. The rooms were cleaned to a high standard. The reception is open during certain hours but the manager/owner is always available if needed and that is not surprising as there are only few rooms

6. Hotel Garni Muralto

via Sempione 10, Locarno 6600 Switzerland 011 41 91 735 30 60
Excellent
51%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 284 reviews

Hotel Garni Muralto

Hotel Garni Muralto is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Locarno, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of Locarno's most popular landmarks, such as Casa del Negromante (0.4 mi) and Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta (0.4 mi), Hotel Garni Muralto is a great destination for tourists. Guest rooms offer amenities such as air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a minibar, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the hotel. Hotel Garni Muralto features baggage storage and newspaper, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts free breakfast. If you are driving to Hotel Garni Muralto, there is paid public parking available on-site. Locarno has plenty of Mediterranean restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like BLU Restaurant & Lounge, La Rinascente, and Cittadella, which are serving up some great dishes. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Piazza Grande (0.4 mi), Parco delle Camelie (0.9 mi), and Chiesa di San Francesco (0.4 mi), which are all within walking distance of the hotel. Enjoy your stay in Locarno!

Good choice in Locarno

Reviewed By Angoose77

The hotel is in a great location for literally everything you would want to see in Locarno. The staff are friendly, and try their best to cater for guests' needs. The breakfast buffet is good. You should book a room with a balcony, as the non-balcony rooms are a bit claustrophobic and not the nicest. The hotel is quite busy, with a number of groups staying there when we were there. Note that there is only a limited amount of free parking available, and the other parking is CHF 12/night.

7. H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno

Lungolago Giuseppe Motta, Locarno 6601 Switzerland
Excellent
31%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 359 reviews

H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno

The H4 Hotel Arcadia is located on the lakeside promenade in Locarno, and is only separated from Lago Maggiore by the lakeside road. The boat embarkation point is in the immediate vicinity, as is the famous “Piazza Grande.” The town welcomes guests with a Mediterranean climate and a wide range of cultural, countryside and historic attractions. The family-friendly H4 Hotel Arcadia has 90 rooms as well as one and two-room apartments, all of which are equipped with a radio, cable TV, air conditioning, a minibar, an espresso machine, a seating area and a furnished balcony, as well as bathrooms with shower, a hairdryer and range of toiletries. The garden contains a pool with loungers, giving you the chance to have fun and cool off during the summer, while the rooftop terrace provides stunning, panoramic views over Lago Maggiore. Our younger guests can enjoy a play area, a video area, a playroom and a table tennis table. Bicycles are also loaned out to guests free of charge.

3 night September stay - great location and rooms, public areas need some work

Reviewed By Claire P

Positives: - hotel is in an excellent location on the main road over looking the lake and only 5/10 mins into the centre of town - rooms are nice and comfortable, lovely bed, big balcony. Bathroom felt brand new and spotlessly clean - nice, varied breakfasts (I'd suggest adding baked beans but that's a personal thing!) Negatives: - there is an absolutely massive (HUGE) tree out by the pool which basically throws the whole pool area into shade for a large part of the day. It is FAR too big and needs to be trimmed back. On our first day around the pool the sun didn't come out from behind the tree until 12pm and then is lost behind the hotel at 4pm. People were all moving around the pool trying to find a bit of sun. Can't do anything about it going behind the hotel obviously but trimming the tree is a must! - the pool looked like it needed a good clean which is a real shame and I wouldn't expect it of a hotel like this (or indeed even a basic hotel). The water on the first day was really milky and green looking (it did improve slightly) and there is green slime around the walls and stairs (the stairs particularly). - the sunbeds around the pool are SO hard! There's not that many of them so wouldn't be too much to buy some cushions. - didn't feel like there were enough staff in the bar area so they were often unable to provide room service, and then closed at 11pm even when there were customers still in the bar which is a bit strange for a hotel.

8. Hotel Garni DU LAC

via alla Ramogna 3, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
50%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 232 reviews

Hotel Garni DU LAC

The Hotel Du Lac has a privileged position, indeed it's located in the pedestrian zone in the heart of Locarno and only 150 meters from the Piazza Grande; meeting point for many events that occur throughout the year. For those who prefer to travel by train, the Hotel is located just 200 meters from the train station of Locarno. If you choose to come by car instead, a parking garage "Parking Centro" is 20 meters from the Hotel entrance. Parking places are available at a special price.

Great location

Reviewed By Robin_CAA

Room needs updating but, otherwise, was fine as was the bathroom. We enjoyed the balcony and appreciated the automated awning that kept the afternoon sun from the room. We did have A/C which was great since we had very warm weather. Included breakfast was enjoyable...the basic continental breakfast but good. The dining area included a patio which made it even better with Covid still on the front burner. The location was great as the bus stop was very close. The hotel, like many Swiss towns, provided a visitor pass which included free bus transportation along with other discounts. We took the bus to Ascona which we loved. The hotel was helpful in directing us to a pharmacy where we got our Covid tests 3 days before returning home.

9. Hotel Millennium

via nuova Dogana 2, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
62%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 164 reviews

Hotel Millennium

The enchanting Hotel Millennium is located in Locarno, directly on the shoreline of the “Lago Maggiore”, near the harbor, called “Debarcadero”, a few steps from the historical center and the “Piazza Grande”, and in the nearby are also public transport, cable car to Madonna del Sasso, Cardada, Cimetta and the train station. It is the perfect place for wonderful hiking itineraries to the mountains and to the valleys of Maggia and Verzasca. During the year, there are many events for example: the “Camelia” show, Moon and stars and the Film Festival that let the city of Locarno becoming a shiny place full of joy, fun and entertainment. Newly renovated in 2018, the Hotel Millennium offers 11 rooms and a Penthouse with a panoramic view on the lake. Our Team is welcoming you cordially to our Hotel. Dogs are allowed and appreciated.

What a gem!

Reviewed By isamelody

A beautiful hotel, great location. I came here with my 2 daughters. The room was tiny but had a very large and ultra comfy double bed. And the antichambre (separates by a door) had a twin bed. Everything was sparkling clean, with nice touches like apples and cookies on the pillows, lots of bathroom products. The room was very quiet (once our lovely neighbors were done with their mating activity...) and we all slept divinely. Breakfast was perfect: homemade jams, delicious bread and sweetbreads, cheese and hams, eggs, fruits, hot drinks. Our host was very very keen to make sure everything f was perfect and there really isn’t anything better than a clean welcoming place with hosts who take pride in their property! We will return. Soon!

10. Hotel Geranio au Lac

Viale Verbano, Locarno 6600 Switzerland
Excellent
47%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 103 reviews

Hotel Geranio au Lac

Hotel Geranio au Lac is located on the beautiful Locarno-Muralto lake promenade, within a few steps from the railway station and the departure point for the Lake Maggiore ferryboats. It is 300 meters from the Locarno City centre with its mixture of main shops, department stores and boutiques located on and around the beautiful Piazza Grande. Many restaurants, cafes and bars are very close to the hote

Really helpful staff

Reviewed By TonyR1962

We spent three nights in early September in a room overlooking Lago Maggiore. Reasonably priced, comfortable room with a magnificent view, great location, good breakfasts and particularly helpful staff who helped us navigate the perils of parking, advised us on places to eat and were very friendly.

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