The family-run Hotel America occupies a 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 flat-screen TV, wooden floors, and a bathroom with hairdryer. Some rooms have a balcony. The America restaurant includes a pizzeria and offers live music. A wide range of grilled meat and fish specialties is served. In the evenings, guests can have drinks in the medieval Caverna Degli Dei. Free WiFi is available throughout the America hotel. Guests arriving by car receive a 50% discount at the Casinò underground parking, located 820 feet from the property. Meeting rooms for up to 26 people including a projector are available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Locarno, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 king beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
7.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.0
Low score for Locarno
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ronald
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Great locstion, nice staff and friendly athmosphere, Breakfast on the piazza grande is really a great treat
  • Marchel
    Israel Israel
    Beautiful building, nice location and helpful staff. Treated all our weirdest requests.
  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Attractive hotel, small and very friendly and helpful staff, especially Manuel

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Ristorante America
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic

Amenities of Hotel America

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Massage chair
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Hotel America takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
7 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 40 per child, per night
11+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Hotel America accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please also note that because it is located on Locarno's Piazza Grande, during the Film and Moon and Star festivals, guests might hear music throughout the evening.

Please note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Hotel America

  • Hotel America offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Makeup services
    • Facial treatments
    • Back massage
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Full-body massage
    • Live music/Performance
    • Pedicure
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Head massage
    • Waxing services
    • Neck massage
    • Walking tours
    • Massage chair
    • Cooking class
    • Manicure
    • Movie nights
    • Foot massage
    • Beauty services
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Themed dinners
    • Hand massage

  • The prices at Hotel America may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from Hotel America. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel America is 500 feet from the center of Locarno. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel America is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Hotel America has 1 restaurant:

    • Ristorante America

  • Room options at Hotel America include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family