Piccolo Hotel

3.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Down comforters, minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Exterior
Property entrance
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Via Avvocato Buetti 11, Muralto, Tessin, 6600
  • Place, Casino Locarno
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Grande
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Muralto

Piccolo Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Funivia Orselina - Cardada and Giardini Pubblici. This 21-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Locarno Funicular Station - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kursaal Locarno SA - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Casino Locarno - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Town - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno (ZJI-Locarno Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Porto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Al Porto Café Lago - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lungolago - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ravelli - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Piccolo Hotel

Piccolo Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include minibars, fans, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 10.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Dogs only

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 14 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.

  • Pet fee: CHF 10.00 per accommodation, per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Piccolo Hotel Muralto
Piccolo Muralto
Piccolo Hotel Hotel
Piccolo Hotel Muralto
Piccolo Hotel Hotel Muralto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Piccolo Hotel?

Piccolo Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Piccolo Hotel?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Piccolo Hotel on May 3, 2026 start from $219, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Piccolo Hotel?

This hotel in Muralto is within a 10-minute walk of Funivia Orselina - Cardada, Locarno Funicular Station, and Giardini Pubblici. You'll also find Casino Locarno and Old Town less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Piccolo Hotel?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does Piccolo Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Piccolo Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Piccolo Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Piccolo Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a minibar as well as a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Piccolo Hotel?

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

Does Piccolo Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Piccolo Hotel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Piccolo Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Piccolo Hotel for a fee of CHF 10.00 per accommodation, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Piccolo Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Piccolo Hotel?

The closest major airport to Piccolo Hotel is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 23.6 mi away (47 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Piccolo Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Piccolo Hotel offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

Piccolo Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, great room, and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcela

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

maria belen

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

Petil hotel de charme

Personnel tres attentionné. Decoration soignée, détails charmants. Tres bon emplacement. Tres bon petit dejeuner avec des produits de qualité.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Genau mein Stiel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr zu eßpfehlen !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr sympathisches Personal!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kleines gemütliches Familien Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Eveline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard

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

Ausgezeichnet, freundlich wie es der Gast wünscht

Wir haben im Hotel Piccolo einen Kurzurlaub gebucht. Der Empfang war sehr freundlich und wir wurden sofort auf diverse Möglichkeiten im Tessin aufmerksam gemacht. Sehr gutes und schön hergerichtetes Frühstücksbuffet. Einfach zu empfehlen. Mehrsprachig.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Waren sehr zufrieden sehr nettes Personal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
War zu kurz im Hotel unm das zu beurteilen
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

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

Kurzurlaub im Sopraceneri

3 schöne Tage in Locarno und Umgebung. Ideale Lage; nur 2 Minuten zur Bushaltestelle. Wir würden wieder kommen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ana, Wil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personal muy amable. El desayuno fantastico. La habitación era muy bonita como en la foto
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue, Zürich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes Hotel mit guter Lage! Wir waren mit dem OV dort. Sehr nette Gastgeber und ausgezeichnetes Frühstück! Wir werden wieder kommen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Preis Leistungsverhältnis ist OK! Preis Leistungsverhältnis ist OK
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019