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H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a fitness center and a rooftop terrace

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Terrace/patio
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H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno by the peaceful lake offers a quiet getaway with a rooftop terrace, garden, and outdoor pool. Kids enjoy the playground, guests start their day with breakfast at Ristorante La Tavernetta, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and enjoy the arcade room.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Partial Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Partial Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | View from room

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room With Partial Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Locarno, H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno is near a train station and on the riverwalk. Old Town and Castello Visconteo are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Locarno NLM Ferry Terminal and Locarno Funicular Station. Traveling with kids? Consider Fondazione Monte Verita, or check out an event or a game at National Youth Sports Centre. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Lungolago G. Motta, Locarno, TI, 6601

What's nearby

  • Old Town - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castello Visconteo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Madonna del Sasso - 16 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tenero - Sport Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno Station - 7 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Porto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lungolago - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Oldrati - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al Böcc - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Palma Au Lac - ‬8 min walk

About this property

H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno

Upscale family-friendly hotel by the lake
At H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno, you can look forward to a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a playground. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Ristorante La Tavernetta, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), laundry services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 91 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (CHF 19 per night)
  • Self parking on site (CHF 19 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • BAR
  • Ristorante La Tavernetta

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1981
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and March 12.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 35 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CHF 19.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 19 per night(820 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: CHF 35 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Arcadia Locarno
Hotel Locarno Ramada
Hotel Ramada Arcadia
Locarno Ramada
Ramada Arcadia
Ramada Arcadia Hotel Locarno
Ramada Arcadia Locarno
Ramada Hotel Arcadia
H4 Hotel Arcadia
Ramada Locarno
Ramada Hotel Locarno
H4 Arcadia Locarno
H4 Arcadia
Ramada Hotel Arcadia Locarno
H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno (ehem. Ramada)
H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno Hotel
H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno Locarno
H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno Hotel Locarno

Frequently asked questions

Does H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CHF 35 per pet, per night. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno?

Self parking is available for CHF 19.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is H4 Hotel Arcadia Locarno located?

This family-friendly Locarno hotel is located on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute walk of Kursaal Locarno SA, Città Vecchia, and Parco delle Camelie. Giardini Jean Arp and Locarno NLM Ferry Terminal are also within 5 minutes. Locarno Station is 7 minutes by foot and Locarno F.A.R.T Station is 8 minutes.

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