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Alta vista, Steps to Piazza Grande Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland

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A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with a stove, pots, and fresh produce on the counter.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in oven.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and large windows offering a city view.
A neatly arranged hotel room with a wooden dining table set for two, a bedside table with a lamp, a small vase with a red flower, and a welcome sign.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 3377 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Locarno
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Grande
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Locarno Funicular Station
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Locarno

This apartment places you next to Casino Locarno and Old Town. The apartment includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Casino Locarno - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Town - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Locarno Funicular Station - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Castello Visconteo - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno F.A.R.T Station - 6 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Porto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Fashion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Svizzero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lungolago - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Calzerotti Food Truck - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Alta vista, Steps to Piazza Grande Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland

Experience the best of Locarno from this mountain-view holiday studio for 3 guests!

Nestled just a few steps from the famous Piazza Grande of Locarno, this romantic studio apartment provides you with the perfect base to enjoy everything possible that this charming city has to offer. From the funicular to the historic Madonna del Sasso to Locarno Falconry and Lido di Locarno, all attractions of this lakeside town are within a quick few steps from the holiday apartment.

The cosy fifth-floor retreat enjoys lift access and some of the most attractive panoramic views of Locarno. It has a light-filled sleeping area with big windows that allow maximum contact with nature and central heating to enjoy a holiday any time of the year. A dining set-up along with a fully-equipped kitchen makes a self-catered stay carefree here.

Essential kitchen utilities include an oven, Mokka coffee machine, induction hob, toaster, and fridge with freezer.

A Wifi mobile device can be provided for a fee.

Sleeping

There is a double bed and a single sofa bed inside the studio.

Bathroom

The modern bathroom is fitted with a shower and WC.

Additional

• No microwave available • Ironing Facilities • Car not necessary • Wardrobe • Not suitable for children and elderly people • Pets are not allowed - TV - Paid public parking

Location

The holiday apartment enjoys one of the most enviable positions in Locarno, from where you can explore everything on foot. Just a stone’s throw away are located several restaurants, the Locarno Casino and a supermarket.

Within a 5-minutes walk is Locarno’s Lungalago with a lakeside promenade for romantic evening strolls, Piazza Grande with its vibrant shops, restaurants and gelaterias, the beautiful Fontana Pedrazzini and even the funicular to the iconic Madonna del Sasso. For our active guests, the Lido di Locarno, a golf course and the famous Locarno Falconry are a 15-20 minutes walk away. Meanwhile, for those who want to enjoy picnics and relax on summer afternoons by the lake, Giardini Jean Arp is 10-minutes on foot from here. Art enthusiasts are also in for a delight as an Art Museum is also about the same distance.

The nearest airport is Lugano Airport (a 48-minutes drive) and the closest international airport is Milan Malpensa, about a 1-hour and 45-minute drive from this vacation rental in Locarno.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 377 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

5710

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this apartment?

This apartment is located in Locarno, just steps from Casino Locarno and Old Town, and within a short walk of Piazza Grande. You'll also find Locarno Funicular Station and Castello Visconteo less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Alta vista - Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Alta vista - Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen in each apartment plus a mountain view and a kitchen in some.

Does Alta vista - Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Alta vista - Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

How far is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 25.9 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Alta vista - Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Alta vista - Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland.

Alta vista, Steps to Piazza Grande Locarno, Locarno, Switzerland Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Most enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Bianca

Alta vista

Great location
Verified

6/10 Okay

Milena

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Apartment mit zentraler Lage, toller Ausblick! Leider ist die Matratze steinhart und die Nachbarn sind ziemlich laut. Wir sind mehrmals aufgewacht wegen Lärm auf unserem Stock. An der Sauberkeit kann man noch arbeiten. Check-in & -out war einfach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023