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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
/10

Offering a luggage room and a shopping area, the 3-star Hotel Excelsior Locarno lies in the Locarno Center district, nearly 25 minutes' walk from the Church of San Quirico and just 1.2 km from such cultural places of interest as the historical museum "Museo civico e archeologico". Wi-Fi is offered in public areas along with currency exchange and a lift, available at this Locarno hotel too.

Location

Located merely 550 metres from the Locarno-Madonna del Sasso Funicular, the hotel is also within reach of entertainment venues like Kursaal Locarno SA Performing Arts Theater. The art museum "Museo Castello San Materno" can be found approximately 30 minutes on foot from the Excelsior Locarno.

Guests might as well visit Parco delle Camelie, which is a mere 1.1 km away. A 10-minute drive will take you from the accommodation to the highly decorated Catholic Madonna del Sasso Sanctuary.

The Excelsior is also situated in proximity to Piazza Stazione bus stop.

Rooms

This Locarno hotel has 22 rooms, comprising a balcony and a seating area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini fridge bar, are offered. Guests can enjoy views of the lake.

Eat & Drink

Drinks and garden views are available at the lounge bar. Bar Lungolago is located next to Hotel Excelsior and serves Swiss dishes, about a 5-minute walk away.

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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Hotel Excelsior 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

Hotel Excelsior offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • 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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Hotel Excelsior 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 (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
Wireless 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

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Excelsior from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 85 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
91%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.9/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.1/10
Facilities
7.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
8.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.1/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 260 reviews
8.1/10
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room