America Locarno

America

Guest accommodation America 0 class

Locarno, Piazza Grande

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The family-run Hotel America occupies a renovated historic building in the Old Town of Locarno, just steps away from the train station and Lake Maggiore. Its restaurant has a terrace on the Piazza Grande.

The soundproof rooms feature a balcony, a flat-screen TV, wooden floors, and a bathroom with hairdryer.

The America restaurant includes a pizzeria and offers live music. A wide range of grilled meat and fish specialities is served. In the evenings, guests can have drinks in the medieval Caverna Degli Dei.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas of Hotel America.

Rooms: 18
Rate: 95 - 294 CHF


Hotel Facilities

General:   Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Bar, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, Breakfast Buffet, Restaurant (à la carte)
Activities:   Golf Course (within 3 km), Fishing, Skiing, Casino, Massage, Billiards, Karaoke, Library, Hiking, Cycling, Diving
Services:   Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Laundry, Internet Services, Shoe Shine, Tour Desk, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Special Diet Menus (on request)

Room information

The spacious and nicely furnished rooms boast a 70's design, each room has its own individual character. Rooms are decorated with bright colours like pink, green, brown, yellow and orange. These original and functional rooms offer you excellent value for money.

Food & beverage

The family-style restaurant distinguishes itself through its warm and typical "Ambiente Ticinese". Depending on the weather, you can also enjoy a nice meal in our terrace. Guests can taste a wide range of seasonal delicacies and regional specialties as well as an exquisite gourmet courses. Our specialties include Coniglio con Polenta, Fegato con Rösti, flambéed meat specialties.

Area information

Our hotel is located on the famous Piazza Grande, with excellent shopping centres and a weekly market. The romantic old quarter, the lake, the harbour and the children’s playground are within walking distance. Many events e.g. the film festival Locarno and "Moon and Stars" take place next to the hotel.

The hotel is surrounded by splendid mountains that can be reached by foot, cable car, car or bus. Don't miss a trip to Valle Verzasca, Centovalli or Vallemaggia. The train station is about 10 minutes walking from the hotel.

Travel information

By car:
- Drive via Tenero towards Locarno via the tunnel
- Take the exit Locarno
- At the roundabout take the third exit and turn left after about 170 metres
- Drive straight ahead via the next crossroad and follow the street
- Then turn left onto Piazza Grande.

Distance airport:
Lugano/Agno: 44 km
Milano/Malpensa: 125 km
Zürich/Kloten: 219 km
Basel: 256 km
Genf/Cointrin: 316 km

Important information

Please note that each room in the hotel is individually decorated. Thus, the room you get might be slightly different from the one that can be seen on the pictures.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   13:00-00:00
Check Out:   07:00-10:30
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 14 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All older children or adults are charged CHF 50 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 2.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 3.6 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is included.

Internet: Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: No parking available.

Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Visa
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