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Garni Nessi

3.0 star property
Hotel in Locarno with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Exterior
Aerial view
Restaurant
Property grounds
Lobby

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Via B. Varenna 79, Locarno, TI, 6600
  • Old Town
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Piazza Grande
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Madonna del Sasso
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Room options

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Balcony | Balcony

Double Room, Balcony

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Locarno

Garni Nessi is a short stroll from Chiesa di San Francesco and Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca. This 36-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Castello Visconteo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Town - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Madonna del Sasso - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Monte Verità - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno Station - 6 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muyu Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Caffè-Bar Carioca - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Chiesa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Campagna Trattoria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Caffè-Bar Verzaschina - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Garni Nessi

Hotel in Locarno with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool
Guests of Garni Nessi enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for CHF 10 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Other standard amenities include minibars and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 50 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: CHF 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 50 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October.
  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Garni Nessi
Garni Nessi Hotel
Garni Nessi Hotel Locarno
Garni Nessi Locarno
Garni Nessi Hotel
Garni Nessi Locarno
Garni Nessi Hotel Locarno

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Garni Nessi?

Garni Nessi provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Garni Nessi?

This hotel is located in Locarno, a short 16-minute walk from Old Town and also 17 minutes on foot from Castello Visconteo. You'll also find Funivia Orselina - Cardada and Chiesa di San Francesco less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Garni Nessi?

Yes, parking is offered for CHF 10 per night.

Does Garni Nessi include a casino?

No, Garni Nessi doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Garni Nessi?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 7 AM and 9 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from April until October.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Garni Nessi?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Garni Nessi have a hot tub?

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

Does Garni Nessi have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Garni Nessi offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Garni Nessi allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Garni Nessi for a fee of CHF 10 per pet, per night.

Does Garni Nessi have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Garni Nessi?

The closest major airport to Garni Nessi is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 26.1 mi away (54 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Garni Nessi?

Yes, some guestrooms at Garni Nessi offer a balcony.

Garni Nessi Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 253 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I’ve stayed here several times always a great stay

I’ve stayed here several times now, always a great stay. I Highly recommend this hotel 100% My only mentioning for the Americans, if they’re not aware, it does not have air-conditioning like a lot of European/Swiss hotels. If you’re staying in the summer it might be a bit hot for you . But they do have a fantastic pool
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel with nice views.

Good hotel, my second stay there. Clean relatively comfortable room, Nice balcony, decent breakfast, very nice pool in the summer. My only complaint there was quite a bit of mold in the shower ( why I put clean rating on OK). Definitely stay here again. There’s Also a very good Greek Takeaway just around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

MShabayek, Alexandria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place. To stay, second to home. All staff are very welcoming and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Coleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really enjoyable stay with amazing surrounds

Amazing views, will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nuno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit of a walk to the main square, but doable. Breakfast could be improved by variety, but not bad. The view both from the bedroom and from the pool were stunning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding hotel for the location and price

Great hotel. Ours was a last min trip as we had to drop our daughter off in the area. Hotel is not on the promenade but It’s easily accessible. Rooms was large and very clean and updated. Breakfast was great. Owner manager was very welcoming. We will certainly be going back when in the area next.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice base

Good spacious rooms, that are clean. Fan provided if it gets a bit warm. Minibar with space to keep some foods in it. Easy access to both Ascona and Locarno - the no 1 bus which runs near the hotel wil take you to the gateway for the Valle Verzasca. Friendly staff who are happy to help - such as ordering you a pizza when you're all walked out!! Breakfast okay - didn't use it much. Swimming pool fine for a refreshing dip after aay of adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Hot...ideal depending on the temperature

It was very hot and the hotel doesn’t have air conditioning. We had one small fan that helped but a ceiling fan and or another fan would have been helpful. The pool outside was a cooling and refreshing experience given the 27+ temperature. It’s a clean hotel. Would stay again but in cooler temperatures or be better prepared for hot sleeping conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, 5 min drive to downtown

Nice hotel, parking is very limited and tight. Shower a little dangerous to get in and out of.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Margarita, zürich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice place to stay for one or two nights

Very clean rooms with all necessarily amenities, but not express. Great poin is incredibly helpful and attentive staff. Outside swimming pool adds a nice extra, and you could use also in the evening. No air conditioning though could be a challenge by over 30 plus!! We stayed there many times and I would definitely recommend it to everyone who looks for a nice and clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Mario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel with excellent staff

Very nice staff. Excellent breakfast. Room very clean. The only thing is room take a bit of time to cool down at night. Very nice pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great host, nice location. Could have used a microwave in the room but was allowed to use one on site. Helpful owner and staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Ruth, Scotland

Garni Nessi Experience

I visited the Garni Nessi Hotel in Locarno, Switzerland from 11th-15th April, 2017. On arrival the swimming pool had no water in it but that was sorted immediately when I highlighted my son was looking forward to using the pool. I asked for extra towels and a pillow because there were 3 of us and we were given them without any problems. The room was very basic. The tv only gave access to news channels in English which was disappointing. The fridge was dirty. There were no coffee and tea making facilities which, in this day and age, is not common. There was no hairdryer either. The bath was only suitable for a child. If your are over nine stones you can forget about having a bath as it is a tight squeeze. The shower head does not point in a downward direction so it had to be held in your hands to have a shower. The staff in the dining room in the morning were always very helpful and pleasant and made the experience better. I was quoted a price of £518.00 with Expedia for the room for four nights but when I checked out and wished to pay for the room I was charged £539.18. When I queried this with the owner, he was not interested and said it was nothing to do with him and to contact the bank or Expedia. I think that when you are quoted a price in line with your budget, that is the price you should pay and that should be honoured by the hotel. You can get easy access to the main area of Locarno by a short bus ride but I wouldn't stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Paula, Geneva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A place to be

Welcoming staff ready to be of service. Wonderful view even for the fireworks. Good breakfast, a real home away from home

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not for us but depends what you're looking for

Room was basic, but clean. Mini bar was a surprise bonus. No ac or a fan during 30+ temps made it quite uncomfortable. Hotel rooms are accessed from outside, motel style and hotel is located above a auto-body shop. Staff was extremely nice and when they saw us outside looking for parking the manager came out to greet and assist us immediately. Very clean room and pool looked nice. 15 min walk to town. Would be nice to have a safe in the room. 3 stars should be interpreted loosely.

8/10 Good

Crewy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

roesty, new zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy hotel

Reasoneble priced hotel in walking distance from city center i would stay again

6/10 Okay

J, G, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent hotel for a good price

Considering the incredibly high prices for tourists around Locarno and Ascona this no frills hotel is like a fresh breeze. The room was comfortably sized with decent beds, mattrasses and a good bathroom. Internet coverage and speed was very good. A few cable channels were available as well. Reception staff speaks English pretty well. They were also very friendly and went out of their way to help.

6/10 Okay

Matt, novato, ca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Reasonably priced, clean

Chose the Nessi due to cost, found it reasonably comfortable, location was OK, staff were friendly and helpful, parking was a little rough.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

clean and nice !

The place and hotel were very clean and it was a new construction (not an old house modified into a hotel). Very comfortable and worth the price. Good value for money.

6/10 Okay

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Basic

This hotel is very very basic but it was clean and that was all we needed for a one night stopover. The manger tried to overcharge us on an upgrade away from the busy street but after that he was very helpfull

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

patrick, Bournemouth, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value hotel

We were here for one night only but it was a very pleasant stay.The hotel is modern and the rooms are clean and well furnished.The bed was very comfortable and we slept well.The breakfast,which was included in the price,was excellent.All the staff are friendly and speak good English.There is also a lounge and bar in the hotel.