Hotel Rio Muralto

Hotels
8.8 (467 reviews)
Via della Collegiata 1 , Locarno , ch

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location near train station
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Some rooms appear dated
Breakfast variety could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
8.96
Many reviews praised the cleanliness and neatness of the hotel.
Service
9.23
Consistently highlighted as attentive and friendly, especially Giacomo’s outstanding service.
Location
9.27
Perfectly situated near transportation and points of interest, frequently mentioned as a major plus.
Room Quality
8.22
Some reviews mention rooms are dated and not well maintained, leading to a lower score.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities such as coffee availability and breakfast options mentioned positively.
Value for Money
8.51
Overall good value for the price, particularly for short stays.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Breakfast received mixed reviews; some praised it, others found it lacking in variety.
Overall Experience
9.03
Guests enjoyed their stays and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 15:43

Property Description

Central Location and Convenience
Hotel Rio Garni is a beautifully renovated 19th-century villa conveniently located opposite the Locarno Train Station and just a short walk from Piazza Grande, offering easy access to the heart of the city.

Modern Amenities and Comfort
Each air-conditioned room at Rio Garni Hotel features parquet flooring, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and ample natural light, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay for all guests.

Golf Enthusiasts' Paradise
For golf lovers, the Gerre Golf Course in Losone and the Partriziale Ascona Golf Course are a mere 2 km away, providing the perfect opportunity to enjoy a leisurely day on the green.

Book your stay at Hotel Rio Garni now to experience the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and leisure during your visit to Locarno.

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.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 12 per day.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for CHF 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for CHF 20 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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 467 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.96
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 9.03
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Mehmet • couple • tr
10
Pros:

Oda, otopark , konfor çok iyi

Cons:

Kahvaltı eksik. Ama yine de güzeldi, çeşit arttırılırsa daha iyi

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Mariusz • couple • pl
9
Świetny klimat
Pros:

Bliskość promenady

Cons:

Obsługa miła i pomocna nawet z moim koślawym włoskim świetnie się skomunikowaliśmy

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • couple • fr
5
Cons:

Store cassé, douche ne se ferme pas, petit déjeuner succinct, lit peu confortable

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Ursula • couple • ch
8
Es hat uns sehr gefallen sollten, wir noch einmal nach Locarno kommen dann wieder ins Rialto
Pros:

Das Frühstück war sehr gut,hatte alles was wir uns wünschten.
Der Manager,weiss leider den Namen nicht mehr, hat uns sehr herzlich empfangen, und war auch sehr zuvorkommend. Herzlichen Dank

Cons:

Das Rollo ging am 2.Tag nicht mehr,das war schade,da wir das Licht brauchten.
Die Kosmetikbox wurde nicht ersetzt.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Mit sehr viel Herzblut inhabergeführtes Hotel! Der Inhaber hat sich sehr herzlich um uns gekümmert. Zimmer sauber und ruhig. Frühstück war sehr gut. Zentrale Lage der ehemaligen Villa.

Cons:

Nichts zu bemängeln

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Dado • couple • ch
9
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Marika • couple • ch
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Roman • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Top Lage, direkt neben dem Bahnhof, sehr freundlicher Empfang, Zimmer zweckmässig aber gut

Cons:

Für Kurzaufenthalt in dieser Hotelkategorie gibt es nichts auszusetzen.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Helga • couple • ch
9
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Helga • couple • ch
9
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Elsbeth • extended_group • ch
8
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Eva • family_with_children • ch
7
Pros:

Lage

Cons:

Duscharmatur

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Erika • couple • ch
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • de
9
Es war sehr schön, wir haben uns wohl gefühlt, sehr empfehlenswert.
Pros:

Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, Frühstück ok, Zimmer bietet alles, was man benötigt. Charmantes Haus mit Wohlfühlatmosphäre. Lage am Bahnhof stört nicht, ÖPNV mit Ticino-Ticket kostenlos. Stadt, See, Restaurants fußläufig zu erreichen.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Dominique • couple • ch
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Lage
Personal

Cons:

In der Nacht war es sehr laut mit geöffnetem Fenster

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Tatjana • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • ch
10
man fühlt sich willkommen.
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, sie haben extra glutenfreies Brot besorgt. Zimmer sauber, tip top. Fenster schirmen den Strassenlärm sehr gut ab. Die Strasse ist in der Nacht aber recht ruhig..

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Monica • extended_group • it
9
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Bernd • couple • de
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee