Hotel Excelsior provides a charming retreat steps from Piazza Grande. Travelers appreciate the convenient location while enjoying amenities that include a cozy bar, coffee shop/cafe, and a scenic terrace. The smoke-free property offers in-room WiFi to help guests stay connected.
Located in Locarno, Hotel Excelsior is in the mountains and on a lake. Piazza Grande and Madonna del Sasso are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, visit Monte Tamaro Cable Car. Verzasca Dam and Casa Ghisler are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Locarno travel guide
Located close to Madonna del Sasso and Casa Ghisler, Hotel Excelsior provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and smoke-free property
Free newspapers and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Excelsior offer amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and minibars.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and bidets
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Balconies or patios, heating and daily housekeeping
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 16 for adults and CHF 16 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
In the mountains
On a lake
Terrace
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Minibar
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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 staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 16 for adults and from CHF 16 for children
Late check-in fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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
Is Hotel Excelsior pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Excelsior?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Excelsior on 6 Apr 2026 start from 5.239.760 ₫, excluding 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.
How much is parking at Hotel Excelsior?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hotel Excelsior?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel Excelsior?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hotel Excelsior located?
Situated on a lake, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Piazza Grande and Madonna del Sasso. Verzasca Dam and Casa Ghisler are also within 9 mi (15 km). Locarno Station is 10 minutes by foot and Locarno F.A.R.T Station is 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Excelsior Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.0
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 48 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 48 reviews
8 - Good
22
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 48 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Khashayar
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was very clean, and it was great that we had room service every day. Breakfast options were good.
It would be good if they consider renovations of rooms as there is no electrical outlet or usb chargers and perhaps new fridges in the rooms. The water in fridges (which were at a fee) were just a little better than the room tempreature.
einfaches, preiswertes und sauberes Hotel. Leider war es in der Nacht recht lärmig von Personen auf der Strasse und im kleinen Park gegenüber. Allerdingfs war es aber ein Festabend und dahern viele Leute.
Alles wunderbar- sehr nettes, kleines Hotel, weiterzuempfehlen!
Linda
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Franziska
25 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr freundliche und herzliche Leute. Das Zimmer ist gross und geräumig. Das Bad ist in die Jahre gekommen doch es muss ja nicht immer Luxus sein……Sehr gute Lage.
Hôtel très bien placé, à deux pas du lac et du centre de Locarno. Possibilité de se garer dans la rue (zone bleue mais l'hôtel propose des cartes de stationnement).
Belle chambre, très spacieuse et confortable avec balcon (vue sur le lac et le parc). Très calme. Petit déjeuner buffet très complet. Excellent accueil. Nous y retournerons avec grand plaisir !
Nettes sauberes Hotel, Zimmer mit Balkon wie beschrieben. 5 min zum See und 10 min ins Zentrum. Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Sehr empfehlenswert für einen Kurzaufenthalt in Locarno. Man erhält auch die Gästekarte mit vielen Vergünstigungen
Familiär geführt, sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich. Das Hotel ist ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen, einfacher Standard, aber sehr sauber und zweckmässig. Sehr gute Lage, nahe am Lido und der Stadt. Würde wieder buchen:)