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About the Hotel

Via Simone Da Locarno 12, Locarno, Switzerland, 6600
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Close to Plaza Grande
Great
8.1
8.0
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Situated a mere 1.2 km from Visconteo Medieval Castle, the 3-star Hotel Excelsior Locarno features Wi-Fi in public areas and public parking nearby. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Locarno, including Plaza Grande, which is merely 550 metres away.

Location

This Locarno hotel lies in the Locarno Center district, within 25 minutes' walk of the Church of San Quirico. The Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca is also located within reach of the Excelsior Locarno.

Visit Lake Maggiore, 150 m from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Switzerland.

The hotel is a few moments from Locarno.

Rooms

The property features 22 rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a mini fridge bar. You can enjoy views of the lake.

Eat & Drink

Guests can relax at the on-site lounge bar. It overlooks the garden. Situated just 7 minutes' walk from the Excelsior, the restaurant Altulipanobianco offers an international menu.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Sacromonte e Santuario Madonna del Sasso for views.
  • Enjoy a local risotto at Ristorante Da Giorgio for authentic flavors.
  • Explore the charming streets of the Old Town along Via Nassa.
  • Stroll the picturesque lakeside promenade at Lido di Locarno.
  • Check out the weekly market on Wednesdays at Piazza Grande for local goods.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double or Twin Room Balcony
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Tennis court
  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Via Simone Da Locarno 12, Locarno, Switzerland, 6600
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Via Simone Da Locarno 12, Locarno, Switzerland, 6600
Nearby
Square
Piazza Grande
1800 ft
Casino
Casino
1800 ft
Cable Car
Locarno-Madonna del Sasso funicular
1800 ft
Gallery
Ghisla Art Collection
1800 ft
Citta Vecchia
Piazza e Chiesa S. Antonio
1800 ft
Motta
Porto Regionale di Locarno SA
1800 ft
Square
Fontana Pedrazzini
1800 ft
Restaurants
Vera Gelateria
2100 ft
via della Stazione 2
Bar Pasticceria Fontana
1900 ft
Largo Franco Zorzi
Bar Bazoo
2200 ft
Piazza Muraccio
Selz Bar & Cafe
2500 ft
via Franchino Rusca 8
L'Archetto Take Away
3000 ft
via Marcacci 11
Getting around
City Centre
Locarno8 min  ·  2000 ft
Airports
Agno Airport (LUG)60 min  ·  24.7 mi
Train
Locarno Station9 min  ·  2300 ft
Bus
Bus stop5 min  ·  1400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-19:30
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Paid Public parking is possible at a location nearby.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of CHF 16 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian
Number of rooms:
22
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