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A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A pathway lined with palm trees and flowers, leading to a building with a clear blue sky in the background.

A modern building with a curved facade, a sign reading 'LA BARCA BLU', and a hotel entrance.

A modern apartment with a balcony, a kitchen, and a living area.

1. HOTEL BARCA BLU

Orselina

Nancy

CA $274

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A balcony with a table, flowers, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a wardrobe.

An attic room with exposed wooden beams, a red leather sofa with a pillow, a blue sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A buffet with a variety of breads, pastries, and condiments.

2. Hotel Millennium

Locarno

David

CA $186

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains, a table with chairs, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view of the mountains and lake.

An outdoor cafe with seating and tables, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by mountains and greenery.

3. Hotel Lago Maggiore

Muralto

PUTTIWAT

CA $181

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A bar area with a coffee machine, a variety of appetizers on a tray, and small bowls of sauces.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a prominent sign reading "HOTEL CITY LOCARNO".

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a TV, and a shower area.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk and seating area.

4. Hotel City Locarno, Design & Hospitality

Locarno

Christine

CA $170

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the outside.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a coffee machine. There are three black chairs in front.

A modern interior with a glass staircase and a decorative glass sculpture.

A chandelier with red and white glass flowers.

5. Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno

Locarno

Claire

CA $74

CA $84 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A dining area with tables set for breakfast, overlooking a scenic view of trees and a body of water.

A reception desk with a computer, a telephone, and a decorative lamp.

A buffet with various food items, including pastries, fruits, and sandwiches, arranged on a wooden table with a view of the outdoors through large windows.

6. Hotel Geranio Au Lac

Muralto

Jocelyn

CA $201

CA $224 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a large window with curtains, and a view of mountains.

A building with balconies adorned with flowers and a flag.

A dining area with tables set for service, white chairs, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a red sofa, and a staircase.

7. Hotel DU LAC Locarno

Locarno

Paul

CA $179

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hot tub with a clear view of mountains and a lake.

A buffet with various food items and condiments on glass shelves.

A spa room with a massage table, a small table with towels, a vase with dried plants, and a blue-lit water feature.

A modern outdoor seating area with a view of mountains, a glass wall, and a round table with drinks.

8. La Palma au Lac

Muralto

philip

CA $179

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a view of the sky.

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and seating arrangements.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with a view of mountains and greenery.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by mountains and clear skies.

9. Hotel Arcadia Locarno, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Locarno

Lyndsay

CA $274

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A buffet with various food items and beverages, including jars of honey and orange juice.

A hotel room with two single beds, a blue accent wall, and a decorative sign above the beds.

A modern lobby with a yellow sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A white Range Rover parked in a covered parking area with a concrete wall and a sign with the letter "M".

10. Hotel Muralto

Muralto

"This was a lovely relaxing stay in a spacious clean room with a partial view over Lake Maggiore. The beds were comfortable, the room was quiet and restful. The breakfast was good value. The staff were lovely, and the hotel was generally kept in good condition and is situated in a great location just up from the railway station. The included Ticino card was great for local travel. A couple of niggles being that the available TV channels were mainly local, and nearby restaurant options for the...

Robert

CA $167

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony table with breakfast items, overlooking a lake with boats and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of buildings, and a bathroom.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There is a kitchen area in the background.

A marina with boats docked, a pier with a boat, and mountains in the background.

11. Hotel Rondinella Locarno

Locarno

Kirsten M

CA $182

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of a hillside town.

A restaurant with multiple tables, each set with wine glasses, plates, and cutlery. The room features wooden chairs, a marble floor, and a statue on the right.

A bar area with a bartender preparing drinks, a customer seated at a table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A restaurant with round tables, chairs, and a chandelier.

12. Hotel dell'Angelo

Locarno

Anna

CA $88

CA $107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A balcony with red metal chairs and a table, overlooking a town with buildings and a mountain range.

A breakfast setup with plates of food, cups, and cutlery on a table in a hotel dining area.

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a sign reading "Albergo Rio Garni".

A grand staircase with a large ornate mirror and a potted plant at the top.

13. Hotel Rio Muralto

Muralto

Tejal

CA $147

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a patterned floor.

A balcony with two chairs, one red and one beige, overlooking a scenic view of mountains and a lake.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a bicycle.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a walk-in closet.

14. @ Home Hotel Locarno

Muralto

Janne

CA $154

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a pool and lounge area, surrounded by lush greenery and hills in the background.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple liquor bottles, and framed pictures on the walls.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.

15. Hotel Belvedere Locarno

Locarno

Achim

CA $489

CA $524 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a large white spherical object, and a green archway.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, doors on either side, and a large poster on the far wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a black countertop, and a large window.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden bedside table with towels and slippers, a brown leather chair, and a potted orchid plant.

16. ibis Locarno

Locarno

David

CA $192

CA $214 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A yellow building with multiple windows and balconies.

A modern interior with a glass staircase, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with a mirror.

A room with a red sofa, a small table with a chair, a painting on the wall, and a staircase with glass railings.

A yellow building with multiple windows and a balcony.

17. Palazzo Canetti Locarno

Locarno

Robin

CA $113

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A compact, dark blue car with "BENVENUTI HOTELS" and "Ascona Locarno" branding, parked on a cobblestone street.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a lake.

18. Boutique-Hotel REMORINO

Minusio

Hans

CA $365

CA $394 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A balcony with a table set for a meal, a drink, and a view of mountains.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A table with a croissant, a cup of coffee, and a vase with a pink rose.

A hand holding a drink with mint leaves, a well-maintained lawn, palm trees, and a hedge in a sunny outdoor setting.

19. Hotel Nessi Locarno

Locarno

Victoria

CA $118

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A terrace with a table, a magazine, and a glass of water. The terrace overlooks a marina with boats and mountains in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a white facade, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowering bushes.

A garden with red roses and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of mountains.

20. Aparthotel al Lago

Locarno

David Emanuel

CA $331

CA $358 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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Madonna del Sasso

8.8/10 (27 reviews)

Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.

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Take the Madonna del Sasso pilgrimage church's funicular for spectacular views of Lake Maggiore and the surrounding Alps. Families love the nearby Cardada-Cimetta cable car, where hiking trails and panoramic viewpoints reveal Ticino's alpine beauty.

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A scenic view of a town with a prominent yellow building with arches, surrounded by lush green hills and a lake with mountains in the background.

Top Orselina Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac

10/10 Excellent

"Everything excellent from staff, room, location, view, parking. Shower needs to be modernized to avoid wetting the whole floor."

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing!! So friendly and helpful. Great location next to funicular connected to main Lugano train station. Food was artistic and interesting."

Hotel Funicolare

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. We were there just after the season ended so the restaurant had sadly just closed. But the town was still lovely, we were able to get food easily. The front desk attendants were always very helpful and nice and the hotel was lovely. The view is unmatched. Honestly I am still thinking about sitting out on the balcony looking out at the mountains and the lake."

Walter au Lac

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino

8/10 Good

"Great stay in very nice hotel with helpful staff, nice breakfast"

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel! It’s very conveniently located to the station, right next to the tram. The staff is extremely hospitable and helpful. Clean room and a comfortable bed."

Hampton By Hilton Locarno

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, 10 minutes on the free bus to Ancona. Federica was very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast buffet. Convenient supermarket next door. Nice new well presented room."

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GuestHouse Lugano University

23 Via Madonnetta Lugano TI

CA $101

CA $125 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (54 reviews)

ibis budget Lugano Paradiso

Via Geretta 10 Paradiso TI

CA $154

CA $175 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

includes taxes & fees

Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Via Montarina 1 Lugano TI

CA $174

CA $180 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (257 reviews)

Hotel Muralto

Via Sempione 10 Muralto TI

CA $167

CA $189 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Piazza Indipendenza 9 Lugano TI

CA $182

CA $203 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

includes taxes & fees

Hotel San Carlo

28 Via Nassa Lugano

CA $203

CA $226 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (262 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Orselina?

The best area to stay in Orselina is generally around the Orselina Funicular station and the surrounding elevated residential areas, offering superb lake views and easy access to Locarno.This elevated area provides a tranquil retreat with breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Maggiore and the mountains. It's characterised by winding roads lined with elegant residences and hotels, often featuring terraced gardens. The Orselina Funicular is a key landmark, providing a direct and scenic link down to Locarno's city centre and the lakefront.Couples looking for a romantic getaway will find Orselina particularly appealing. The hotels here often boast private balconies with stunning vistas, great for enjoying a quiet evening. The proximity to the Madonna del Sasso pilgrimage church offers a culturally enriching experience and another vantage point for incredible views.For those who appreciate peace and quiet while still wanting convenient access to urban amenities, Orselina is an excellent choice.

When is the best time to go to Orselina?

The best time to visit Orselina is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months, when the weather is pleasant and the views are at their most striking.Spring in Orselina means comfortable temperatures and the landscape coming alive with blooming flowers, especially around the Madonna del Sasso sanctuary. It's an excellent time for leisurely walks and enjoying the outdoor cafes without the peak summer crowds. Couples will appreciate the serene atmosphere and the opportunity for romantic strolls along the lakefront or through the charming alleys of the nearby villages.Autumn offers similarly mild weather, with the added beauty of changing foliage painting the hillsides in warm hues. The air is crisp, making it ideal for hiking and exploring the numerous trails in the surrounding area, such as those leading up from Locarno.

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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Orselina.

How much is the nightly rate at a Orselina hotel?

Prices for hotels in Orselina often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $84 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Orselina hotels

1. HOTEL BARCA BLU

2. Hotel Millennium

3. Hotel Lago Maggiore

4. Hotel City Locarno, Design & Hospitality

5. Boutique Hotel Piazza Grande Locarno

6. Hotel Geranio Au Lac

7. Hotel DU LAC Locarno

8. La Palma au Lac

9. Hotel Arcadia Locarno, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10. Hotel Muralto

11. Hotel Rondinella Locarno

12. Hotel dell'Angelo

13. Hotel Rio Muralto

14. @ Home Hotel Locarno

15. Hotel Belvedere Locarno

16. ibis Locarno

17. Palazzo Canetti Locarno

18. Boutique-Hotel REMORINO

19. Hotel Nessi Locarno

20. Aparthotel al Lago

Stay near popular Orselina attractions

Madonna del Sasso

Learn more about Orselina

Top Orselina Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel Bellevue Au Lac

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

Hotel Funicolare

Walter au Lac

Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino

Acquarello Swiss Quality Hotel

Hampton By Hilton Locarno

More cheap stays in Orselina

GuestHouse Lugano University

ibis budget Lugano Paradiso

Hotel & Hostel Montarina

Hotel Muralto

Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano

Hotel San Carlo

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