Set directly on Minusio’s lakeshore promenade, Giardino Lago is a stylish boutique hotel offering fine cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available, and bicycles and deckchairs are provided free of charge. The Giardino is furnished in a chic mixture of traditional and modern styles, and vibrant Designers Guild fabrics add to the cool ambiance. Rooms feature smoked oak parquet floors and glass elements. Amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, CD and DVD players. The Ristorante Lago features a large lakeside terrace and offers modern fusion cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean, along with some Angus Beef classics. A chill-out roof lounge invites guests to relax and sip a drink or sunbathe in the loungers overlooking Lake Maggiore. Locarno Train Station is 2 km away and the centre of Locarno can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Ascona is 4 km away. Free on-site parking is provided.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Locarno
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  • Willan
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Great location, friendly staff, clean and family friendly
  • A
    Ashis
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Staff, location, food, friendliness and helpfulness
  • Sonja
    Austria Austria
    Das Frühstück war sehr gut. Besonders gut gefallen hat uns, dass auf der Karte des Restaurants ausreichende Gerichte auch für Vegetarier zu finden waren. Das Essen war sehr fein. Die Lage direkt am See, war genau das, was wir gesucht haben. Alles...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Ristorante Lago
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Giardino Lago
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Giardino Lago takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 60 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa EC-Card Diners Club American Express Cash Giardino Lago accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner:

March to May: Tuesday and Wednesday closed for lunch and dinner

June to August: Tuesday closed for lunch and dinner, Wednesday closed for lunch

September to October: Tuesday and Wednesday closed for lunch and dinner

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Giardino Lago

  • The prices at Giardino Lago may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Giardino Lago offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Bicycle rental
    • Water sport facilities on site

  • Check-in at Giardino Lago is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Giardino Lago is 1.6 miles from the centre of Locarno. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Giardino Lago include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Giardino Lago can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Giardino Lago has 1 restaurant:

    • Ristorante Lago