Hotel America

Hotels
7.8 (261 reviews)
Piazza Grande , Locarno , ch

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
See all facilities

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Rooms were spacious but had some temperature control issues and were outdated.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 261 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
G
Giulia solo_traveller it
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
A
Anja couple ch
10
Pros:

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

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
C
cinzia family_with_children ch
6
Pros:

Sehr gepflegt, sehr nettes Personal, gute Lage

Cons:

Leider war der Kühlschrank defekt und er wurde nicht repariert., bei mind 35 grad

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
R
Rita extended_group ch
9
Pros:

Top Lage, sehr gutes Frühstück. Freundliches Personal und sehr gute Pizzeria.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
D
Dirk extended_group de
7
Pros:

tolle Lage, freundliches Personal, Frühstück auf der Plaza möglich;

Cons:

super heiß in den Zimmern, keine Möglichkeit zu kühlen

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
H
Harald family_with_children ch
6
Pros:

Lage ideal

Cons:

Im Sommer ohne Klimaanlage unerträglich

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
M
Michelangela extended_group ch
6
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
M
Marcel extended_group ch
9
Pros:

Sehr freundlicher Gastgeber, top Lage

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
M
Maria couple ch
9
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
C
Christian family_with_children ch
8
Zentral gelegen
Pros:

Sehr Zentral and der Piazza. Frühstück kann auf der Piazza gegessen werden

Cons:

Frühstücksraum innen sehr klein - es lohnt sich bei schönem Wetter draussen zu essen

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
C
Caroline family_with_children ch
10
Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt mit äusserst freundlichem Personal und super Frühstück
Pros:

Die Lage war sehr gut, direkt an der Piazza grade, ganz leicht zurück versetzt. Bei Anlässen wie an der notte bianca war es bis spät in die Nacht sehr laut und an Schlaf war nicht zu denken. Sonst sehr angenehm und ruhig. Das Frühstück war ausgezeichnet, sehr vielfätig und frisch. Das Personal war extrem freundlich und hilfsbereit, wir würden wieder kommen, aber dann wenn auf der Piazza grande keine Anlässe stattfinden.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
K
Ken.J solo_traveller ch
7
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
P
Peter solo_traveller ch
7
Cons:

Leider sind derzeit Bauarbeiten im Hotel, deshalb sehr laut, leider auch beim Frühstücken.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
R
Rosmarie extended_group ch
10
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
E
Erika family_with_children ch
7
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
M
Maria Rosa solo_traveller ch
10
Pros:

Es war alles in besten Ordnung. Hotel mitten in der Piazza Grande. Restaurant top, Kellner lustig und sehr freundlich. Zimmer sehr sauber.

Cons:

Frühstück 23Fr. pro Person fanden wir zu teuer.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
H
Henrik solo_traveller ch
9
Pros:

Tolle Lage, unkompliziert

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
B
beyar couple ch
8
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
G
Gill solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Great location and friendly staff

Cons:

Breakfast not included and pricey

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
T
Teun couple nl
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee