We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Locarno, Switzerland. We have also included accommodation in apartments, historic buildings, boutique hotels, villas, old "castellos", "pensions", holiday homes, romantic hotels and inns. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Superb interior design. Set in 2 traditional Ticino-style buildings, 2 km from Locarno and Lake Maggiore, Case di Sotto House & Breakfast offers free WiFi, a terrace with a panoramic view of the lake and an on-site wine cellar. Via al Parco Bus Stop is 50 metres away and Madonna del Sasso can be reached within a 6-minute walk. They also feature several balconies and a small veranda with views of Locarno and the lake, and direct access to the romantic pergola. The units at the Case di Sotto come with a private bathroom with a bathtub or a shower, and a seating area with a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. Guests at the House & Breakfast can enjoy a daily breakfast consisting of primarily organic ingredients in the living room or in the spacious portico in the garden. For bookings featuring 4 or more guests the property also offers dinner on request. A restaurant can be reached within 100 metres, while a grocery shop is a 3-minute walk away.Show full description
I think this is the most creative, well designed and historic bed and breakfast in Locarno. WOW!
Apartment.Nice style. Great location. La Corte dell'Ulivo in Locarno provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar. The property features mountain and city views, and is 200 metres from Piazza Grande Locarno. The apartment provides guests with a balcony, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with bath and bathrobes. At the apartment, the romantic restaurant is open for dinner and serves Italian cuisine. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. Guests at La Corte dell'Ulivo will be able to enjoy activities in and around Locarno, like cycling. Golfclub Patriziale Ascona is 5 km from the accommodation, while Lugano Station is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 101 km from La Corte dell'Ulivo.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Great bar. Popular among couples. Featuring an outdoor pool with panoramic views over Lake Maggiore, this elegant Villa enjoys a privileged location above Locarno. It offers mostly air-conditioned rooms, an on-site tennis court and a spa area. Views over the lake can also be enjoyed from all of the bright and spacious rooms and suites in the Villa Orselina - Small Luxury Hotel Resort & Suite Hotel. The Villa Orselina - Small Luxury Hotel's indoor and outdoor swimming pools, the tennis court, as well as the spa and the fitness are are available for free. Each comes with a marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Just 50 metres away you can find the Madonna del Sasso Church, the Cardada-Cimetta Cable Car and the historic train connecting Orselina to Locarno. Orselina is a small village in the hills overlooking Locarno. The Locarno Train Station is 2 km away and a bus stop can be found right in front of the villa.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples.Opened January 2022. Set in Locarno and within 600 metres of Piazza Grande Locarno, Binario 934 Boutique Hotel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is located 5.1 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona, 38 km from Lugano Station and 40 km from Exhibition Center Lugano. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Locarno, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Swiss Miniatur is 45 km from Binario 934 Boutique Hotel. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 101 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Offering a garden and city view, Villa Muralto Rooms & Garden is set in Locarno, 6 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona and 37 km from Lugano Station. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 1.5 km from Piazza Grande Locarno. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a wardrobe. Units are equipped with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms also offer a terrace and some have lake views. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. There is a coffee shop and lounge. The area is popular for cycling and walking tours, and bike hire is available at Villa Muralto Rooms & Garden. Exhibition Center Lugano is 39 km from the accommodation, while Swiss Miniatur is 43 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 100 km from Villa Muralto Rooms & Garden.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL, COSY AND LIVELY bed and breakfast in Locarno. WOW!
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great location. Located in the centre of Locarno, just 100 metres from Piazza Grande, Villa Art'è occupies a Liberty-style building dating from the late 19th century. Guests can relax on the terrace and in the garden. Lake Maggiore and Locarno Train Station are within 200 metres from Villa Art’è. Welcome drink is offered. Secured parking is available within a 5-minute walk from the property and for a surcharge. The colourfully decorated, individually furnished rooms feature wooden floors. Bathrooms are shared, 3 rooms share 1 bathroom. In fine weather, breakfast is served on the garden terrace. On request, lunch or dinner can be arranged at the property. Ascona is 2 km away, and it is 3 km to the Cardada Cable Car. Madonna del Sasso Sanctuary is within 1 km.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has a great location in Locarno.
Holiday Home.Charming. Great views. Set in a historical building dating from 1700 and offering a traditional wine cellar, Casa don Bosco features accommodation in the heart of Brione sopra Minusio´s Old Town, less than 5 km from Locarno and Ascona. The property boasts views of the Lago Maggiore and mountains and is 47 km from Como Lake. The holiday home is set on 3 levels and composed of 1 bedroom and a furnished balcony. There are 2 bathrooms fitted with a shower, a bath tub, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The whole house is a mixture of traditional style and modern facilities. The fully equipped and newly built spacious kitchen comes also with a dishwasher and kitchenware. Guests can relax in a seating area next to a fireplace. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and DVD player is also offered. Free barbecue facilities are at guests´ disposal. A grocery store, bakery and a butcher are next to the property. A variety of restaurants and bars can be enjoyed within a 1-minute walk from Casa don Bosco. A local bus stops in front of the house. The nearest airport is Agno Airport, 21 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
This is likely one of the most CHARMING holiday homes in Locarno.
Apartment.Stylish. Nice interior design. Located in Locarno and only 600 metres from Piazza Grande Locarno, Paracelsus Locarno Stadt Wohnung provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 38 km from Lugano Station, 40 km from Exhibition Center Lugano and 45 km from Swiss Miniatur. The spacious apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with garden views. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Locarno, like fishing. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.8 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 101 km from Paracelsus Locarno Stadt Wohnung.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Boutique Hotel Albergo Brione offers accommodation in Brione sopra Minusio, a 15-minute drive from Locarno´s city centre and 23 km from Lugano. The hotel has an outdoor pool and sauna, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain units include a seating area for your convenience. Enjoy a cup of coffee from your terrace or balcony. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. Como is 47 km from Boutique Hotel Albergo Brione, while Lugano Airport is 21 km away.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Unique. Great views. Popular among women. Typical Ticino-style Pensione Olanda is 1 km from the Madonna del Sasso pilgrimage church, and features garden and a terrace, furnished with deckchairs and offering panoramic views of Locarno and Lake Maggiore. Wi-Fi is available in the entire building for free. All rooms are functionally furnished and decorated in a warm Mediterranean character. Some units come with a private shower and shared toilets, while other units have all shared bathroom facilities. A vegetarian buffet breakfast is served. In warm and nice weather, meals can be enjoyed on the terrace. The Olanda Pensione is a 15-minute walk from the centre of Locarno and a 25-walk from Lake Maggiore. Golf Gerre Losone is 6 km away. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Elegant. Great bar. Hotel Lago Maggiore - Welcome! is situated on the beautiful lake promenade of Locarno, a few steps from the city centre. Hotel Lago Maggiore - Welcome! has a restaurant, free bikes, a fitness centre and bar in Locarno-Muralto. With a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Hotel Lago Maggiore - Welcome! offers 4-star accommodation with a terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great value. Popular among couples. Dating back to 1550, this carefully restored historic building enjoys a quiet location in the heart of Locarno, 100m from Piazza Grande. Boutique Hotel La Rinascente features elegantly styled rooms. Combining modern furniture with a historic structure, each room and suite has its own unique look. Free WiFi, parquet flooring are featured in all. There is also a public garage 300m from the La Rinascente Boutique Hotel. Lake Maggiore and the Locarno Train Station are a 5-minute walk away, Piazza Castello can be reached in just 3 minutes. Losone Gerre Golf Course is at 1.5 km from the hotel. A limited number of parking spots are available on site for a fee.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT boutique hotel in Locarno. It also has great affordability! It is very popular among couples travelling to Locarno.
Great value. Situated on the edge of Locarno, Hotel Stella SA provides panoramic views of Lake Maggiore and comes with a restaurant serving Swiss and international cuisine. You can sunbathe on the hotel’s terrace or refresh yourself in the on-site swimming pool. Unlimited travel on public transport throughout the Canton of Ticino starting from check-in time until the end of the day of departure (midnight) is included in the city tax. All of the modern rooms come with satellite TV, a seating area and a bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries, and a shower or a bathtub. Some rooms come with a terrace or a balcony and lake views. The family-run Stella hotel has a playground and a lounge with a TV. During summer, you can dine on the terrace. Bicycles can be borrowed on site and the hotel uses solar panels to heat water. Private parking is available in front of the hotel and against a surcharge. The city centre is an 8-minute drive away and Ascona can be reached within 12 minutes by car.Show full description
Lively. Great value. Popular among women. Hotel Belvedere Locarno is a 4-star superior hotel on a beautiful sunny slope above Locarno and offers spectacular views of Lake Maggiore and the mountains, an indoor pool and modern wellness and fitness facilities. All rooms are facing south and offer superb views. A large indoor swimming pool with outdoor part is available. Oasi Belvedere offers steam baths, laconium, fitness facilities and beauty treatments. Outdoor activities include petanque, outdoor chess and table tennis. Within a few minutes by cable car or on foot you can reach the city centre (Piazza Grande) of Locarno, the lake or the railway station. A free shuttle service to and from the train station is available. The Belvedere's restaurants serve delicious local and Mediterranean cuisine, which you can also enjoy on the garden terrace.Show full description
Hip. Popular among couples. Boutique-HOTEL REMORINO, a Private Selection Hotel in Minusio is a 5-minute walk from Lake Maggiore. Guests can have breakfast on the terrace in the Mediterranean garden, which features palm trees and a heated outdoor pool (30°) open from April to October. Free WiFi is available. All of the elegantly furnished rooms are air-conditioned and feature a large balcony. Most rooms offer lake views. Within a 20-minute walk along the banks of Lake Maggiore, guests of Hotel Remorino can reach the centre of Locarno. By car, Locarno is accessible within 5 minutes. You can park your car for free on site. Garage parking is available as well at an additional cost and upon prior reservation. Bicycles are provided free of charge.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Offering lake views, Casa Franceschini is set in the Orselina district of Locarno, 1.8 km from Piazza Grande Locarno and 8.3 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has private entrance. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A minimarket is available at the apartment. For guests with children, the apartment offers babysitting service. If you would like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Casa Franceschini can arrange a ski equipment rental service. Lugano Station is 39 km from the accommodation, while Exhibition Center Lugano is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 102 km from Casa Franceschini.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, March 2024. Featuring a balcony with lake views, a private beach area and pool with a view, Lungolago Blu Sky can be found in Locarno, close to Piazza Grande Locarno and 4.8 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. The apartment serves an à la carte and continental breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. The property is non-smoking and is set 38 km from Lugano Station. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. The property offers city views. There is a coffee shop, and a grocery delivery service and packed lunches are also available. Guests at Lungolago Blu Sky can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Exhibition Center Lugano is 40 km from the accommodation, while Swiss Miniatur is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 101 km from Lungolago Blu Sky.Show full description
Apartment. Residenza Robinia - Objekt 6500 is located in Locarno, 4.7 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona, 41 km from Lugano Station, and 43 km from Exhibition Center Lugano. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom apartment offers a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Swiss Miniatur is 48 km from the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.1 km from Piazza Grande Locarno. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 104 km from Residenza Robinia - Objekt 6500.Show full description
Apartment. Comprising a garden and barbecue facilities, Appartamento con giardino al Melograno is a recently renovated accommodation in Locarno situated close to Piazza Grande Locarno. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the apartment's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Kids pool is also available for guests at the apartment. Golfclub Patriziale Ascona is 3.5 km from Appartamento con giardino al Melograno, while Lugano Station is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 105 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Comprising a private beach area and a garden, Casa Milo al lago is a recently renovated accommodation in Locarno set close to Piazza Grande Locarno. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Lugano Station is 38 km from the apartment, while Exhibition Center Lugano is 40 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.8 km from Golfclub Patriziale Ascona. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a bidet and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 101 km from Casa Milo al lago.Show full description
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