Set on a hill above Locarno, the La Barca Blu overlooks Lake Maggiore and is a 5-minute walk from the funicular to Locarno. Free WiFi is available. All rooms feature a balcony or a terrace. An LCD TV with satellite channels and a kitchenette, tea- and coffee-making facilities are also provided. A buffet breakfast is available every morning. Discounted rates for the funicular going to Locarno are offered to guests staying at the La Barca Blu. Further reductions are offered from the cable car to Cardada and the Lido Spa Oasis in Locarno. Private parking is possible on site at an additional cost. A bus stops right nearby, while the Locarno train station is reachable in 3.1 mi. The closest restaurant is 164 feet away. The center of Locarno and Lake Maggiore can be reached in 5 minutes by car. Visconteo Castle is 2 minutes further. Please note that use of the kitchenette incurs a CHF 50 cleaning fee.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Locarno, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.4

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.4
Free Wifi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff were very helpful, especially with the bus system. The walk down from the hotel to the lake was entertaining in and of itself. The room was comfortable and breakfast was good.
  • Sarah
    South Africa South Africa
    The beautiful view from our room and the breakfast patio, and the fresh breakfast buffet.
  • Erika
    United States of America United States of America
    The view from the room was stunning, the staff was very kind, and the breakfast croissants were memorably delicious! We would happily return to La Barca Blu when we return to Locarno.

Hotel area info

Amenities of La Barca Blu
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 18 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Currency exchange
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules
La Barca Blu takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you travel with children, please inform the property in advance if a baby cot is needed.

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.

Please note that use of the kitchenette incurs a CHF 50 cleaning fee.

Please note that the elevator will be unavailable and guests must use the stairs.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about La Barca Blu

  • Check-in at La Barca Blu is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • La Barca Blu offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • The prices at La Barca Blu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • La Barca Blu is 2,950 feet from the center of Locarno. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at La Barca Blu include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Apartment