The Best Hotels Closest to Old Town in Locarno for 2026

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1. B&B Croce Federale Solduno

1.3 km from Old Town

AED 597

AED 639 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Sauna, hot tub, steam room, hot springs, body treatments, mud baths

2. Castello del Sole Beach Resort & SPA

1.9 km from Old Town

Lisa

AED 3,288

AED 3,456 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

3. Giardino Ascona

2.2 km from Old Town

Etzel

AED 2,315

AED 2,446 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Panoramic Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Apartement) | Living area | 81-cm TV with digital channels

4. Hotel Millennium

0.4 km from Old Town

Bruce

AED 597

AED 660 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Family Room, Balcony, Lake View | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

5. @ Home Hotel Locarno

1 km from Old Town

Darya

AED 504

AED 574 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Smart Home Office | Private kitchen | Fridge, eco-friendly cleaning products

Smart Home Office | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar (free items), in-room safe

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar (free items), in-room safe

6. Riva Rooms & Studios

2 km from Old Town

Stephanie

AED 408

AED 464 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

7. Hotel Rio Muralto

0.6 km from Old Town

Tejal

AED 562

AED 623 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Double Room, Courtyard View | In-room safe, WiFi (free)

8. Parkhotel Emmaus - Casa Rustico

2.3 km from Old Town

Francois

AED 340

AED 393 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Superior Room | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Comfort Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

9. Palazzo Canetti Locarno

0.1 km from Old Town

Craig

AED 414

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath

Panorama Deluxe Double Room, Balcony with panoramic view over city, mountains & lake | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

10. Hotel Belvedere Locarno

0.3 km from Old Town

Achim

AED 1,468

AED 1,566 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

11. Hotel Luna Garni

2.2 km from Old Town

Judith

AED 575

AED 637 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Studio Suite | Down comforters, in-room safe, WiFi (free)

12. Ascona Lodge, Pool & Garden Retreat

2.2 km from Old Town

Scott

AED 585

AED 647 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Single Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

13. Giardino Lago

2.4 km from Old Town

Patricia

AED 1,349

AED 1,440 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

14. Hotel Eden Roc

2.7 km from Old Town

Stephan

AED 2,469

AED 2,605 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Junior Studio Suite, Air conditioning, City View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

15. Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno

< 0.1 km from Old Town

Claire

AED 212

AED 240 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

16. Hotel City Locarno, Design & Hospitality

0.3 km from Old Town

Christine

AED 558

AED 620 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Panorama Double Room, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Comfort Double Room, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

17. Hotel Muralto

0.5 km from Old Town

"We loved our stay at Hotel Muralto and highly recommend it. The property is conveniently located near public transportation (a bus stop right out the door and train station a 5 minute walk). It's a 10 minute walk to old town Locarno, shops and restaurants. The hotel itself is well maintained, the room was spotless and all staff we encountered were friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast was fresh and delicious, the air conditioning was welcome and refreshing (we were in Switzerland...

George

AED 481

AED 539 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Outdoor dining

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

18. Aparthotel al Lago

0.6 km from Old Town

Joseph

AED 973

AED 1,050 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

19. Piccolo Hotel

0.9 km from Old Town

Oleksandr

AED 743

AED 811 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View | Lake view

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Exclusive Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View | Living area | 60-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

20. Albergo Carcani

2.7 km from Old Town

Murray

AED 896

AED 970 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Old Town

Property	Property class	Guest rating
B&B Croce Federale Solduno	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Castello del Sole Beach Resort & SPA	10.0 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
Giardino Ascona	9.8 Exceptional 80 reviews	View
Hotel Millennium	9.4 Exceptional 479 reviews	View
@ Home Hotel Locarno	9.4 Exceptional 214 reviews	View

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Hotel Millennium

10/10 Excellent

"This pretty little hotel is just a 5 minute walk from the train station and is on a corner opposite the lake. We loved our room layout (Louis Armstrong room) and breakfast was great! They even have nice umbrellas for guests to use on rainy days like this one."

Hampton By Hilton Locarno

10/10 Excellent

"For the Locarno Film Festival, the location was excellent with both free city buses and the festival shuttle coming right in front of the hotel. Rooms were in excellent shape, and the breakfast was very good. Staff were helpful and very friendly!"

Hotel City Locarno, Design & Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay for short business trip"

Hotel Geranio Au Lac

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfortable room and super nice staff! Highly recommended! Thank you"

Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are very comfortable, and the hotel is very clean. It is extremely well located, close to the lake and old town as well as to restaurants ans shops. Havin a reception desk is somehow missing."

La Palma au Lac

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. Great location and helpful staff. Beautiful views across the lake. Excellent breakfast. 10/10"

Hotel DU LAC Locarno

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location and friendly staff. Public parking very close by. I will stay here again."

Palazzo Canetti Locarno

10/10 Excellent

"Bed was comfortable. Bathroom spacious enough. Terrace is nice for relaxing. "

Hotel dell'Angelo

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this hotel! It was right by old town and we had a magnificent view of the mountains and the cute city! Will definitely come back!"

Other attractions near Old Town

A cobblestone square with historic buildings, a bicycle rider, and a statue.

Piazza Grande

9.0/10 (1,414 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Locarno when you stop by Piazza Grande. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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A historic stone building with arched windows and a stone wall.

Castello Visconteo

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Castello Visconteo in Locarno. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Chiesa Nuova

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

After visiting Chiesa Nuova, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Locarno. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Locarno. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Casino Locarno

7.4/10 (57 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Locarno during your time in Locarno? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca

8.2/10 (30 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca during your travels in Locarno. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Chiesa di San Francesco

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Chiesa di San Francesco, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Locarno. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Locarno Funicular Station

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Locarno Funicular Station in Locarno. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old Town?

Old Town is located in an area of Locarno known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 291 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Old Town?

Adjacent to Old Town, Hotel Arcadia Locarno, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Hotel Belvedere Locarno and Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Old Town?

Expedia has 291 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Old Town.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Old Town.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Old Town?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Old Town, click here.

What can I see and do near Old Town?

You'll want to browse the collections at Castello Visconteo, Locarno Funicular Station, and Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Tenero - Sport Center, Brissago Islands, and Monte Verità. Create some family memories at Fondazione Monte Verita and Botanischer Garten Gambarogno.

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

1. B&B Croce Federale Solduno

2. Castello del Sole Beach Resort & SPA

3. Giardino Ascona

4. Hotel Millennium

5. @ Home Hotel Locarno

6. Riva Rooms & Studios

7. Hotel Rio Muralto

8. Parkhotel Emmaus - Casa Rustico

9. Palazzo Canetti Locarno

10. Hotel Belvedere Locarno

11. Hotel Luna Garni

12. Ascona Lodge, Pool & Garden Retreat

13. Giardino Lago

14. Hotel Eden Roc

15. Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno

16. Hotel City Locarno, Design & Hospitality

17. Hotel Muralto

18. Aparthotel al Lago

19. Piccolo Hotel

20. Albergo Carcani

Compare popular hotels close to Old Town

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Hotel Millennium

Hampton By Hilton Locarno

Hotel City Locarno, Design & Hospitality

Hotel Geranio Au Lac

Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno

La Palma au Lac

Hotel DU LAC Locarno

Palazzo Canetti Locarno

Hotel dell'Angelo

Other attractions near Old Town

Piazza Grande

Castello Visconteo

Chiesa Nuova

Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta

Casino Locarno

Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca

Chiesa di San Francesco

Locarno Funicular Station

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