"Palazzo Varesi" -- Premier Apartment in central Locarno, Switzerland

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Point of interest
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9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(43 Ratings)

Apartment in Locarno

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this apartment rental

This well-appointed and spacious (75 sq m) 5th-floor corner apartment has a great, central location, and magnificent views of Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains. It has 2 bedrooms, large living room, a new fully-equipped kitchen, and a newly-renovated bathroom. New for 2023: Air-conditioning! -- a rare luxury in Locarno.

The apartment is just 1 block from the lakefront, and only a 3-minute walk to the Piazza Grande and Old Town. Within 10 minutes, one can walk to the main boat dock, train station, public beach and pool, theater, casino, tennis courts, and funicular (cable car) station. 'Palazzo Varesi' has 2 balconies, one off the living room (overlooking the lake) and one off the master bedroom (overlooking the mountains and Old Town). The master bedroom also has a new king-size bed. One private, covered parking place is included, accessible by the main elevator. The property is professionally managed, by the local Swiss agency HolAp. References are available upon request. Now in our 25th year of rental!


Amenities:: Two balconies, Air-conditioning, Fully-equipped kitchen, Clothes iron, Radiator heat, Elevator/lift, Ceiling fans in bedrooms. Free wireless internet (Wi-fi). "House Book" included in apartment, with extensive details on apartment building, restaurants, shops, area sights, etc. Small, in-unit washing machine.


Around Locarno:: The Locarno area is one of exceptional natural beauty, combining a subtropical Mediterranean climate with snow-capped Alpine peaks. Locarno itself is the highlight of the 'Swiss Riviera,' blending the best of Swiss and Italian cultures; it is lively but not over-bearing, cultured yet relaxed. Many wonderful tourist destinations are within easy drive. In Switzerland: Ascona, Bellinzona, Lugano, Zurich, and Zermatt are all within a few hours ride. In Italy: one can easily visit the Maggiore Lake towns of Cannobio, Intra, and Stresa, as well as places such as Milan, Verona, and the famous Italian lakes Lago D'Orta and Lake Como. Many of our guests stay for 3 weeks or more (at a discount), making numerous side trips.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible

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Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(43 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Great location, clean, spacious apartment with well-furnished kitchen, comfortable beds, and wonderful views. Easy check-in process, new air conditioning, and helpful hosts. Definitely recommend!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
6.0 / 10.0
Apr 2024
The apartment pretty much is what it promises to be. Great location in the middle of everything, clean and relatively spacey. Kitchen was well furnished and the beds comfy. However, for people on public transport, getting the key for getting into the apartment in the next village is an inacceptable procedure. They must change that in order to get a good evaluation.
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
The apartment was, once again, fabulous. Great views, great location, we walked everywhere. And the new air conditioning was wonderful! We have not found any other apartments in Locarno with a built-in A/C, and this was definitely welcome. Beds were super-comfortable, bathroom very nice. We will come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
Very easy check in process even though we were arriving later than planned. Apartment was very clean and spacious. Lots of room for a family of 4. Great view from the balcony and the air conditioning is a definite plus if staying in the summer. It made sleeping very comfortable even though it was hot outside. Overall a great experience!
10.0 / 10.0
May 2023
Spacious and comfortable, ideal location -- this is a fantastic rental. And the new A/C was great! We will come again, and soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2022
The apartment is very central, less than 10 minutes from the train station and Piazza Grande, and just 2 minutes from the lakeside. It has a well-equipped kitchen, 3 beds and 2 sofas which can be slept on and 2 balconies from which you can see the lake. Nice big living room. It's on the 5th floor so very glad it has a lift! The only slight downside is that the road that goes past the apartment block is a main route into town and there's a lot of traffic on it throughout the day from very early in the morning which can be heard with the windows open, but that's a minor downside. Contact with the host and agent was good and they were helpful in arranging for the key to be made available as we had a very late arrival time. Overall it's a perfect place for a family or group of friends to stay when visiting Locarno.
10.0 / 10.0
May 2022
super bien situé
super bien situé
appartement très fonctionnel, bien équipé, super bien placé proche du lac et du centre
10.0 / 10.0
May 2022
Wonderful flat, perfect location
Wonderful flat, perfect location
Highly recommended. The unit was larger and nicer even than shown in the photos. It had everything we needed. Great views, great location, short walk to everything. No negatives, for us. We will visit again!
8.0 / 10.0
Apr 2022
sehr zentrale Lage, geräumige Wohnung mit drei Räumen (Wohnzimmer, 2x Schlafzimmer)
sehr zentrale Lage, geräumige Wohnung mit drei Räumen (Wohnzimmer, 2x Schlafzimmer)
Umfangreich eingerichtet (alle nötigen Küchenutensilien vorhanden u.a. Geschirrspüler, Kaffeemaschine (Delizio), Mikrowelle, Gewürze, usw.), Matratzen, Lattenroste gute Qualität. Waschmaschine in Wohnung. Lärm von draussen (Strasse) gut hörbar auch Nachts mit geschlossenen Fenstern. Älteres Gebäude mit Lift (nicht Rollstuhlgängig - zu klein). Parkplatz direkt vor dem Haus. Bushaltestellen mit sehr vielen Linien ca 300m Entfernung. Altstadt, Lido, Supermärkte, Bahnhof und Schiffshafen alles in Fussdistanz. Seesicht vom Esstisch, Küche und den beiden Balkonen. Wie auf den Fotos. Wohnungsschlüssel muss im Nachbarsort Minusio abgeholt und abgegeben werden. Mit dem Auto kein Problem, mit dem öffentlichen Verkehr möglich (Buslinie vorhanden), aber wäre etwas mühsam.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Locarno?

The average price for a rental in Locarno is $211 per night. This rental is $54 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at "Palazzo Varesi" -- Premier Apartment in central Locarno, Switzerland. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at "Palazzo Varesi" -- Premier Apartment in central Locarno, Switzerland. Enjoy the water!

Is "Palazzo Varesi" -- Premier Apartment in central Locarno, Switzerland pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at "Palazzo Varesi" -- Premier Apartment in central Locarno, Switzerland?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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