Hotel Excelsior

3.0 star property
Comfortable lakefront bed & breakfast, walk to Piazza Grande

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Exterior
Mountain view
Front of property
Standard Double or Twin Room
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
12 Via Simone da Locarno, Locarno, 6600
  • Popular LocationOld Town7 min walk
  • Popular LocationPiazza Grande9 min walk
  • Popular LocationMadonna del Sasso3 min drive
  • AirportLugano (LUG-Agno)47 min drive

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Locarno

At Hotel Excelsior you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Piazza Grande and within 30 minutes of Madonna del Sasso. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is available. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Locarno B&B include Verzasca Dam and Casa Ghisler.

What's nearby

  • Casino Locarno - 6 min walk
  • Old Town - 7 min walk
  • Piazza Grande - 9 min walk
  • Castello Visconteo - 10 min walk
  • Madonna del Sasso - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Locarno Station - 10 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tennis Club Locarno - 3 min walk
  • Bubo Locarno - 7 min walk
  • BLU Restaurant & Lounge - 7 min walk
  • Al Tulipano Bianco - 7 min walk
  • Ristorante Oldrati - 7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Excelsior

Comfortable lakefront bed & breakfast, walk to Piazza Grande
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel Excelsior also features a terrace, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a front desk safe.

This 3-star Locarno bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Excelsior offers 10 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Excelsior

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Excelsior Locarno
Excelsior Locarno
Hotel Excelsior Locarno
Hotel Excelsior Bed & breakfast
Hotel Excelsior Bed & breakfast Locarno

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Excelsior?

Hotel Excelsior offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Excelsior?

As of 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Excelsior on 2 June 2024 start from AU$254.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Excelsior?

The closest beach to Hotel Excelsior is Ascona Beach (2.7 km).

What makes Hotel Excelsior a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Excelsior.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel Excelsior?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel Excelsior serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Excelsior?

No, Hotel Excelsior does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Excelsior?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Excelsior?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Excelsior Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Lisbeth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Dora

Travelled with group
Im Badezimmer Kalt und Warmwasser Einstellung sehr sehr mühsam!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit old but clean and functional. Directly next to the lake and city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren sehr zufrieden
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Sehr nettes, kleines Hotel
Alles wunderbar- sehr nettes, kleines Hotel, weiterzuempfehlen!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021