Featuring city views, The Window features accommodation with balcony, around 22 km from Piazza Grande Locarno. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The accommodation offers a lift, a shared kitchen and luggage storage for guests. The guest house provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and slippers. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. À la carte and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Sightseeing tours are available close by. If you would like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and The Window can arrange a bicycle rental service. Golfclub Patriziale Ascona is 27 km from the accommodation, while Lugano Station is 30 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Breakfast to go

Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Bellinzona

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nadia
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The Window is a beautiful building in a beautiful setting. If you want to go somewhere to enjoy a spectacular view, take some time to relax, and wander around castles, then this is the place for you! It's a short taxi ride from the town center, or...
  • Grégory
    France France
    Amazing room and amazing people. Beautiful location, extremely peaceful while close to the train station.
  • Julia
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Room and Host absolutely amazing. We had a wonderful time
  • Natsouk
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Mrs Katiusca is a wonderful host , the view is amazing the room is very clean , there is a kitchen with all the supplies and even a fridge were you can buy wine beer soft drinks at any time .Upon check in Mrs Katiusca will be there for you to...
  • Angela
    Switzerland Switzerland
    All is well thought, is cozy and beautiful. From the beginning you feel welcome almost at home.
  • Carsten
    Denmark Denmark
    The owner , Katiusca , is the perfect host. The check-inn is easy and in system. View from room , bathroom , the furnitures , every thing is highclass. Katiusca booked a table in a nearby restaurant and my EV-car got kWH in the garage downunder.
  • Markus
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Katiusca is an exceptional host. Nothing was too much to ask. She went the extra mile and beyond pointing out some hidden local gems, washing our clothes (we were hiking during the day), ordering take away food and offering her e-bikes to us for...
  • Erica
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Lovely welcoming hosts that went above and beyond to help us and had thought of every detail. Modern clean facilities with a stunning view.
  • Robertson
    United States United States
    We loved the modern up to date facilities. Wonderful to be able to park close by. Personnel was very friendly and helpful. Loved everything about it.
  • Oriol
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Everything was prepared to the last details. We were guided, greeted and served with the utmost hospitality, always taking care of our needs. The place was very clean, tidy and well organized. The small details to make our stay special made the...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Window
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Ski

  • Ski school
    Additional charge

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Fast free WiFi 371 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 15 per day.

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Wellness

  • Yoga classes

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules
The Window takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:30
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroEC-CardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: NL-00007482

FAQs about The Window

  • The Window is 850 yards from the centre of Bellinzona. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • The Window offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Water park
    • Happy hour
    • Yoga classes
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bike tours
  • Guests staying at The Window can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go
  • Room options at The Window include:

    • Double
  • Check-in at The Window is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:30.