Welcome to Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore
Elegant Escape in Locarno Overlooking Lake Maggiore
Located in the heart of Locarno, overlooking Lake Maggiore and just steps from the shoreline, Grand Hotel Locarno returns in 2027 as a refined destination of elegance, wellness, and discovery. Originally opened in 1876, the hotel has hosted historic moments including the European Peace Conference in 1925 and the opening of the Locarno Film Festival in 1946. Today, its Belle Époque legacy is thoughtfully reimagined through a contemporary lens, blending timeless grandeur with modern luxury.Surrounded by alpine scenery, lake views, and lush gardens, the hotel features 110 elegant rooms and suites, many with private terraces or balconies. Guests can enjoy an indoor grotto pool, outdoor pool, yoga and fitness spaces, and curated wellness experiences. Culinary offerings range from Mediterranean lakeside dining to refined Asian cuisine, alongside a historic lobby bar with a frescoed ceiling. Elegant meeting rooms and a 787 sqm event space opening onto a 4,000 sqm park complete the experience.
Grand Hotel Locarno on Lake Maggiore
An Icon Returns
Take a peek at Grand Hotel Locarno as it prepares to welcome guests in Spring 2027. Timeless elegance meets a new era.
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Events & Celebrations
Where occasions become timeless stories
At Grand Hotel Locarno, every gathering unfolds like a scene from a grand European story — layered in character, atmosphere, and quiet elegance. Bathed in natural light, the two salons on the ground floor offer an intimate setting for thoughtful encounters — from private dinners to curated meetings where ideas flow as effortlessly as conversation. Hidden beneath, the Grotte reveals itself as the soul of the house — a space rich in history and texture. Spanning up to 588 m², its vaulted architecture and sculptural columns create a setting both dramatic and deeply authentic. Here, receptions transform into unforgettable evenings, where up to 400 guests gather in a space that feels both expansive and intimately alive. Beyond, sunlit terraces frame moments under the open sky, where the rhythm of Locarno accompanies every celebration. Timeless yet vibrant, grand yet personal — each event becomes part of the living legacy of Grand Hotel Locarno.
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What to Expect
Plan and Prepare for Your Stay
Offers & Packages
FEATURED AMENITIES ON-SITE
Property Amenities On-Site
included amenities ()
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Fresh Linen Provided
All Rooms/Suites
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Business Center
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Free Continental and Grab n go and Hot Breakfast
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Turndown Service
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Service Request
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Housekeeping
Daily
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Mail & Package Delivery Available
GETTING HERE
Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore
Via Sempione, 17, Muralto, Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland, 6600
On-Property
Private Car Service
Limousine/Van Service
Local Shuttle Complimentary
Property Details
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Smoke Free Property
Pets Not Allowed
Accepts: Credit Cards
Property has elevators
Copy Service
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +41 91- 800 80 00 . Click here to see accessible rooms types at this hotel.
Property has elevators
Service Animals are welcome without a fee or documentation
Main Entrance is Accessible
Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers
Bathtub Grab Rails
Bathtub Seat
Closed Caption TV
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Electronic Room Key
Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
Mobility accessible rooms
Roll-in Shower
Room Windows Open
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Transfer Showers in Guest Rooms
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
Frequently Asked Questions
The check-in time at Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore is 4:00 pm and the check-out time is 11:00 am.
No, pets are not allowed at Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore.
Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore does not offer on-site parking.
View additional parking information in the hotel information section on this page.
The closest airport near Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore is Lugano Airport (LUG). LUG is located approximately 20.0 KM from the hotel.
No, Grand Hotel Locarno, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, Lago Maggiore does not have electric vehicle charging stations.