Hotel America

Hotels
7.8 (271 reviews)
Piazza Grande , Locarno , ch

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent food quality
Older facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.76
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and old room smells.
Service
8.73
Numerous comments praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9.27
The hotel is centrally located, close to transport and attractions.
Room Quality
7.22
Rooms were spacious but had some temperature control issues and were outdated.
Amenities
7.75
Good amenities, though some rooms lacked updated features.
Value for Money
8.21
Good value for the central location and room size.
Food and Beverage
6.76
Breakfast was praised, but there were issues with dinner quality and room smells.
Overall Experience
7.73
Overall a pleasant stay with notable highlights and a few drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 02:06

Property Description

Historic Building in Old Town Locarno
Experience the charm of the Old Town at Hotel America, located just steps away from the train station and Lake Maggiore. Set in a historic building, our hotel offers a unique blend of tradition and modern comfort.

Culinary Delights and Entertainment
Indulge in a variety of culinary experiences at the America restaurant, featuring a pizzeria, live music, and a selection of grilled meat and fish specialties. Enjoy drinks in the medieval Caverna Degli Dei and savor the vibrant atmosphere of Locarno's dining scene.

Modern Amenities and Convenient Services
Relax in soundproof rooms equipped with essential amenities like a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Take advantage of our discounted parking options and make use of the meeting rooms for your business needs. Unwind and make the most of your stay at Hotel America.

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.

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.

Please note that school and student groups are not allowed.

Please note that the sofa bed is available upon request with a 40 CHF fee.

please note breakfast 25 CHF for person for day on all rooms
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LUG

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 14 years old stay for CHF 50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 10 years old stay for CHF 40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 11 years old and over stay for CHF 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 271 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.76
Service: 8.73
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 7.22
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 8.21
Food and Beverage: 6.76
Overall Experience: 7.73
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Nicole • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • couple • ch
8
Nous sommes tombés par hasard sur cet hôtel au centre-ville ce que nous ne savions pas c’est qu’il y avait la semaine du
Pros:

Très bon accueil, en plein milieu du centre et malgré tout pas bruyant. Malgré le concert qui avait lieu sur la place centrale 👍🏻

Cons:

Rien constaté de négatif

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Yves • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Iris Christina • solo_traveller • ch
6
Ich kenne das Tessin. Die Ausgangslage in Locarno ist gut und man braucht kein Auto, viel öV gratis
Pros:

Das Frühstück ist gut. Schön, dass ich glutenfreies Brot bekommen habe. Die Lage ist praktisch. Das Personal sehr nett und hilfsbereit.

Cons:

Mit CHF25 ist das Frühstück eher teuer. Mein Zimmer war sehr klein, minimale Ausstattung. Kein Wasserglas, nur eine Steckdose, die man für den Ventilator braucht. Im Zimmer war es stickig und heiss. Viel Lärm vom Hinterhof. Natürlich sind die Preise hoch bei Moon&Stars, aber für dieses Minizimmer CHF 200/Nacht plus CHF 25 Frühstück fand ich zu teuer.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Karin • couple • ch
9
Sehr geeignete Unterkunft für unseren Kurzaufenthalt
Pros:

Sehr freundliche & zuvorkommende Mitarbeiter. Aussergewöhnlich gute Lage.

Cons:

Leider hatte unser Zimmer keine Klimaanlage. Jedoch standen uns im Zimmer zwei Ventilatoren zur Verfügung.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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lenka • family_with_children • cz
5
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo • solo_traveller • ch
7
Cute affordable stay for some compromises
Pros:

Lovely location, being right around the piazza grande makes the majority of Locarno's highlights reachable by foot in a few minutes. The staff has been kind, check-in and check-out both went smoothly. The annexed restaurant could be a plus for those that don't want to venture far for a meal.The cute terrace in my room was a nice surprise. Wifi worked well with good connection, including from the terrace. The price was competitive, considering the event happening in the city.

Cons:

The room was very small, did not have A/C and the bathroom, with no window, did not ventilate sufficiently. As a result, the room got warm and humid rapidly. Of course, this experience may differ based on the season of the visit, in my case it was summer but not a particularly warm day. Overall, the building and facilities felt outdated, which unfortunately hindered the experience. For example, the reception and pizza oven are in the same (poorly ventilated) room, making it particularly warm and with pungent smell of garlic. The locker of the rooms are vintage, the key being a perforated plastic piece. The door of the room was not well insulated, making it possible to perfectly hear noises from the corridor and outside. The table in the room is less than 25cm deep, making it perfect to empty pockets but not sufficient to write or open a laptop.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Protopapa • solo_traveller • ch
7
Pros:

Super Lage freundliches Personal .komme bestimmt mal wieder

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • solo_traveller • ch
3
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Evgen • family_with_children • ua
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Jasmin • family_with_children • ch
10
alles top
Pros:

die lage ist top.
zur überradchung hatten wir eine klima-anlage im zimmer

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Rosana • couple • ch
7
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Loïc • couple • ch
8
Superbe emplacement, très bon accueil !
Pros:

L’accueil sympathique malgré notre arrivée tardive et l’emplacement très centré

Cons:

Il faisait un peu chaud dans la chambre

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Peter&Corina • solo_traveller • ch
9
Ein Hotel mit viel Charm
Pros:

Wir fühlten uns sehr wohl.
Das Abendessen im Grotto, war einfach wau und der Frühstücksraum, ganz speziell mit den Bildern von Schauspielern aus vergangenen Zeiten.
Es einfach perfekt.
Wir kommen wieder.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Werner • couple • ch
9
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Evelyne • solo_traveller • ch
7
Pros:

Frühstück war sehr gut, die Lage sehr zentral.
das Prsonal freundlich, Zimmer sehr sauber.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • ch
10
Perfekt für einen Städtetrip
Pros:

Super Lage direkt an der Piazza Grande

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Giulia • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Anja • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Unglaublich freundliches Personal, super süsses Team. Genau das Ticino-Feeling, das wir wollten.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee