About this property

The Hotel Du Lac is located 200 metres from the train station, the funicular, the pier and the bus stop for all your excursions and is only a few steps away from Locarno's old town and the lake. All rooms are non-smoking, air-conditioned and have been completely renovated in 2023. Most of them offer views of Lake Maggiore or the Piazza Grande. Wireless internet is available in the entire Hotel Garni du Lac free of charge and an internet corner is at your disposal for free as well. Start your day with a rich breakfast from the buffet. Enjoy it on the sunny terrace or in the bright breakfast hall.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Locarno, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Lake view


Availability

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Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
  • Non-refundable
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Buffet breakfast included
  • 1 large double bed
US$759 for 3 nights
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  • 2 single beds
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Coffee machine
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max adults: 2
US$236 per night
Price US$709
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$25
  • Non-refundable
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Max adults: 2
US$260 per night
Price US$781
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • 1 large double bed
161 feet²
Balcony
Lake view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$253 per night
Original price
US$949.15
Late Escape Deal
- US$189.83
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$759.32

US$253 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: CHF 4.2 City tax per person per night, 3.8 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • We have 1 left
  • You won't be charged yet
Limited supply in Locarno for your dates: 2 three-star hotels like this are already unavailable on our site

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Iryna
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice hotel at the downtown. Service and facilities were great. Definitely recommend.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient for the station and the Piazza Grande with its restaurants. Had a quick but sufficient breakfast before rushing for an early train.
  • Tcina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely clean hotel in a great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast
  • Lindsay
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really good fresh breakfast, savoury and sweet, good coffee and juices,
  • Julie
    Malta Malta
    Right on the lake and VERY close to the underground parking.
  • Simon
    China China
    everything. Was very central Hotel very quiet. Breakfast delicious Loved the whole experience
  • Rebecca
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Breakfast was super. Terrace is pretty. Rooms are ample. Clean. Very welcoming staff.
  • Karin
    Switzerland Switzerland
    excellent location, very clean rooms and super friendly staff
  • Wendy
    Australia Australia
    Great central location. Easy 5 minute walk from the train station to Hotel near the lake. Spotlessly clean room which overlooked the lake. Good value for money.
  • Anja
    Switzerland Switzerland
    good breakfast, friendly staff, great location, modern rooms

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Hotel Du Lac takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please note that when booking more than 5 units, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please inform Hotel Du Lac in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: 603