Perched by the lake, Hotel DU LAC Locarno offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy the ropes course for adventure or unwind at the hot springs and art gallery on site, all while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Explore shopping options at your doorstep and discover new reads in the library. According to guest reviews, helpful staff are always ready to assist.
Located near a train station, Hotel DU LAC Locarno is a great choice for a stay in Locarno. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and segway rentals/tours. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured covered onsite self parking (CHF 21.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Offsite parking within 66 ft (CHF 21.00 per day), from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; discounts available
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
What to do
Rope course
Bicycle tour information
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Skydiving nearby
Hot springs nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
Art gallery on site
Designer stores on site
Shopping mall on site
Accessibility
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Espresso maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
There are hot springs open between 9:00 AM and 9:30 PM.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 20 per person
Parking
Covered self parking costs CHF 21.00 per day with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 21.00 per day (66 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.
Also known as
Locarno Lac
Locarno Lac Hotel
Garni Du Lac Hotel
Garni Du Lac Locarno
Hotel LAC Locarno
LAC Locarno
Hotel DU LAC Locarno Hotel
Hotel DU LAC Locarno Locarno
Hotel DU LAC Locarno Hotel Locarno
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel DU LAC Locarno offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel DU LAC Locarno does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel DU LAC Locarno?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel DU LAC Locarno?
Yes. Self parking costs CHF 21.00 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel DU LAC Locarno?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel DU LAC Locarno?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Locarno (1-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel DU LAC Locarno and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, casino gaming, and segway rentals.
What's the area around Hotel DU LAC Locarno like?
Hotel DU LAC Locarno is in the heart of Locarno, a short 5-minute walk from Locarno F.A.R.T Station and 3 minutes' walk from Old Town.
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Hotel DU LAC Locarno Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
Breakfast
Service staff
Room
Train station
View
Store
Lake
Luggage
Value
What guests liked
Breakfast was high quality and wonderful. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Excellent hotel!
Tania
Tania, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2022
This hotel was very well located, had nice, clean rooms, and breakfast on the terrace was lovely.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
Very nice hotel with good location close to sea and to train station. Discovered too late that GF bread must be ordered in advance. But why don’t they have some in the future. On the booking site you get the impression that room has balcony, but in reality only French balcony.
Kjell
Kjell, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2023
Great location and hotel
A fabulous stay. The location is terrific, the room.comfortable and the staff is grrat. We particularly enjoyed and appreciated Gabriella
Sharon
Sharon, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2024
A nice Hotel with great view of Lago Maggiore!
A very nice hotel in the city center of Locarno and with a great view over the Lago Maggiore and the mountains surrounding.
Niklas
Niklas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2022
I liked that Hotel DU LAC was so close to the train station and well situated
Visalachy
Visalachy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
It was great!
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2023
Great place close to plaza for restaurants and shopping. Locarno is the best kep secret in switzerland….all Italian with little english but we had no problem
GREGORY
GREGORY, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2023
Building architecture and location is excellent. Quiet although in centre of town.
Andreas
Andreas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Nice Hotel in centric location, fair priced, nice staff. Close to lake and shopping and eating. Abit loud if you are towards the street and parking is in a public parking. Great breakfast incl. with great view.
Sebastian
Sebastian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2024
Nice location
Stayed one night. Comfortable and easy access to the train station. There is a closet to store luggage if you arrive before check in. Breakfast was wonderful.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2023
I had a great view of the lake from my room and balcony
MaryAnn
MaryAnn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Great stay in Locarno
Lovely room with TWO balconies, view over lake. Easy stroll from station (7-8 minutes, with luggage), immediate access to all- old town, restaurants, funicular to Madonna del Sasso etc, ferries for lake trips,. Staff totally helpful and engaging. Great stay for three nights before stunning train trip to Domodossola .
Patrick
Patrick, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2023
Hope yo use again
Wonderful welcome efficient check in and check out new rooms very pleasant although the larger double bed reduces the walk around space
Great location
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2022
Middle of everything!
Our stay in Locarno Hotel Du Lac was too short. We were given Ticino tickets to travel by bus for free to the Ticino area. The breakfast muesli was excellent and the breakfast room terrace just lovely. Hotel is easy walking distance to train station. Also close to the lake and the central piazza. Staff very friendly multi-lingual and helpful. Excellent place to stay!
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 10, 2022
Great location for the train station.
Good breakfast.
The street/alley on our side of the hotel was very noisy throughout the night. The hotel needs to get the police to monitor this area between midnight and 6:00 am
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2022
Excellent central Locarno
Best location in Locarno. Great hotel very close to the train station walk out the door into boutique shopping. 100m to the lake front with boats and cafes on the left. 100m along shops to the Grand Piazza on your right. Could not have asked for a more friendly helpful staff. Breakfast was high quality and cleanliness top rate. We are so happy we chose to stay here and would choose this hotel again.
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 28, 2023
OK to good stay
Our stay was OK to good. I am upset about the strict enforcement of the cancellation rules. The hotel would not accept dogs and we realized this too late, having to pay for one night even though we had two other rooms booked for two nights. The best of the hotel is the nice and friendly staff.
PAULA
PAULA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2022
We were delighted to stay in such a comfortable and quiet hotel right in the center of Locarno, just a few minutes walking distance from the train station and from the lakeshore. The staff was quite friendly and helpful, the property is beautifully maintained, and the breakfast sumptuous. Our streetside room was comfortable, with plenty of room for our clothes and luggage; nice bath space, too. We were there during a festival, which was audible, but not too troublesome -- we put down the blinds and slept quite well. And the Ticino Ticket was a great bonus! All in all, a perfect stay and no hesitation in recommending it.