Hotel Geranio Au Lac

Hotels
8.8 (1696 reviews)
Viale Verbano , Locarno , CH
+41 91 735 80 00

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Great breakfast
Cons:
Noise in rooms
Lack of certain amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Generally clean with some mention of comfortable accommodations.
Service
9.16
Staff were described as very friendly and attentive.
Location
9.2
Ideal location near the station and with a pleasant view of the lake.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms were comfortable and well-equipped, though some mention of noise.
Amenities
8.68
Included nice breakfast and good amenities, but lacking some extras like slippers.
Value for Money
8.64
Good quality for the price, though some options could improve.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast met expectations with a good selection.
Overall Experience
8.96
Overall satisfaction was high with several positive aspects mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:35

Property Description

Lakeside Location and Convenience
Hotel Geranio Au Lac is ideally situated on the lakeshore promenade of Lake Maggiore, a mere 100 meters from Locarno Train Station and the vibrant city center.

Comfortable Mediterranean Design
Each room features bright and spacious Mediterranean-inspired decor, complete with a balcony, TV, and private bathroom. For added comfort, select rooms offer air conditioning for a pleasant stay.

Complimentary Bicycles and Fitness Facilities
Guests can explore the picturesque surroundings with free bicycle rentals or stay active at the on-site fitness room.

Experience the beauty of Lake Maggiore from the breakfast room and savor a delicious breakfast with a view. Book your stay at Hotel Geranio Au Lac for a memorable lakeside retreat.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1696 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 8.96
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Stephen • couple • gb
10
Excellent
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cared • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

sehr schöne Lage, grosse Zimmer mit Balkon, kostenlose Bedienung am Kaffeeautomaten tagsüber, nettes Personal, ideal für Wochenendausflüge

Cons:

nichts

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Roy • couple • nl
8
Prima en betaalbaar hotel in centrum met zicht op het meer
Pros:

Heerlijk balkon met zicht op het meer

Cons:

Kleine lift waardoor rolstoel niet makkelijk gebruikt kon worden

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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elisabeth • couple • ch
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Verena • couple • ch
8
Das Beste war die Lage, freundlichesund hilfsbereites Personal
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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r.l.h • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

A charming and pleasant hotel—clean and quiet. Great location, just minutes from the train station and right across from the lake and the beautiful promenade. The staff is very nice and welcoming. There is an elevator; reception is on the first floor, and the dining room is on the second floor, where you can also make unlimited coffee and tea throughout the day. The single room was spacious and clean. The bed was very comfortable with very pleasant linens. Amenities included a wardrobe, a safe, and a small fridge stocked with water and soda. There was also a small balcony overlooking the lake. I really liked the TV channel menu—it makes things so much easier (I wish every hotel did this). The bathroom was spotless and fully equipped, including hair conditioner and body lotion. In summary, this hotel offers good value and is recommended for those who cannot afford luxury hotels but still want to enjoy proximity to the lake and all what the city has to offer.

Cons:

Since the room faces the lake and the promenade, some noise from restaurants and tourist boats is to be expected; however, with the window closed you can sleep soundly and undisturbedSince the room faces the lake and the promenade, some noise from restaurants and tourist boats is to be expected; however, with the window closed you can sleep soundly and undisturbed

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Es übertrifft die Erwartungen in jedem Detail.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jörg • extended_group • ch
9
Pros:

reichhaltiges Frühstückbuffet. Von Balkon aus Sicht auf den See.

Cons:

Das Zimmer verfügt nicht über 2 Bäder wie in der Beschreibung auf Booking.com
Sondern über WC und Dusche getrennt.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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zanpakthou • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

The staff of the hotel did a great job,I feel so welcome,and they know next is my birthday,so they give a nice gift.
The location next to the station also very convenient for me as a traveler.

Cons:

Nothing 😞

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Carolin • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Rezeption spricht deutsch, englisch und italienisch. Zimmer mit Seeblick .Zimmer Mobilar sehr modern und neuwertig eingerichtet. Sonnenaufgang vom Balkon. Parken 18-8 Uhr gegenüber des Hotels an der Straße kostenlos ansonsten im Parkhaus 5 Minuten Fußweg. Nähe zum Bahnhof, Frühstück sehr abwechslungsreich, verschiedene Sorten Schnittwurst, 3 Sorten Käse, Frischkäse, allerlei Obst, Obstsalat, Porridge, 3erlei Säfte, Kaffee- und Teespezialitäten, warme Eierspeisen kann man kostenlos beim Personal bestellen, verschiedene Brötchen und Brote, Baguette, 3 Sorten Kuchen, Müslis, Joghurt. Betten sehr bequem und hart genug.

Cons:

Nichts, alles ausnahmslos super.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Peter und Esther • couple • ch
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Edith • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Alles

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Johnny • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Luzia • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Selina • couple • ch
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Weder • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Tolle Lage direkt am See,
Modernes Zimmer mit grosszügigem Balkon,
Ganzen Tag gratis Tee/Kaffee, tolles, vielfältiges Frühstücksangebot, Frühstückeb auf Terasse mit Seeblick, direkter Ausgang zum Bahnhof

Cons:

-

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Kurt • extended_group • ch
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Lars • solo_traveller • dk
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • family_with_children • ch
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee