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Hotel La Barca Blu

3.0 star property
Hotel in Orselina with an outdoor tennis court
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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View from room
Front of property
In-room dining
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Via Al Parco 2, Orselina, TI, 6644
  • Funivia Orselina - Cardada
    1 min walk
  • Madonna del Sasso
    4 min walk
  • Old Town
    15 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    55 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Locarno

Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (13)
The price is AU$228
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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About the area

Orselina

Hotel La Barca Blu places you steps from Funivia Orselina - Cardada and within a short 5-minute stroll of Madonna del Sasso. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .Enjoy the outdoor tennis court along with access to bike hire and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Orselina hotel include Old Town and Piazza Grande.

What's nearby

  • Madonna del Sasso - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Town - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Piazza Grande - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Locarno Funicular Station - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Castello Visconteo - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Locarno (ZJI-Locarno Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Caffè-panetteria al Porto - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Al Porto Café Lago - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar Festival - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Chiesa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Barca Blu

Hotel in Orselina with an outdoor tennis court
Hotel La Barca Blu offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel La Barca Blu also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Orselina hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Hotel La Barca Blu offers 21 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (CHF 16 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site parking spaces per unit

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Villa Orselina]

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: CHF 16 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel La Barca Blu?

Hotel La Barca Blu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel La Barca Blu?

Yep, Hotel La Barca Blu has a self car park for CHF 16 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel La Barca Blu?

The closest beach to Hotel La Barca Blu is Ascona Beach (3.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel La Barca Blu?

No, Hotel La Barca Blu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel La Barca Blu?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel La Barca Blu?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel La Barca Blu, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel La Barca Blu?

There is a golf course next to Hotel La Barca Blu.

Hotel La Barca Blu Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend trip
Great location, with an amazing view. Room was nice and clean, staff very friendly. Great for a weekend trip
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waren sehr zufrieden! Top aussicht! Personal sehr freundlich! Top für einen kurztrip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Complimentary breakfast met expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Perfect place to stay. Although rooms don’t have A/C, we were provided a fan which was very much appreciated. Very clean, functional room with huge balcony with lake view. Parking is provided in garage at very reasonable price. When ringing doorbell a receptionist from the sisterhotel Villa Orsellina across the street comes over within a few minutes and helps with luggage and check-in. There is no elevator. Enjoyed a nice lunch at Villa Orsellina with fantastic view over the entire area. Hotel is only a few minutes from the cablecar station that takes you right into Locarno.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another pleasant stay
We have stayed in this hotel before. It's really convenient for us because of the location and that we can use the tennis court. We usually come to this area for a tennis tournament, so this hotel has been a great base for us. Breakfast is great, view from the rooms is fantastic, everything is clean. The only issue this time was a very loud celebration in one of the neighboring buildings, but it was only for one night. Also, many thanks to the hotel's team for helping us during our stay and also when we left in the room something important and had to come back to get it, it was much appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Yevhen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
They asked to pay additional 100 franks to use kitchen utilities, though there is no such info at expedia, while booking. Not very convenient that check-in ends at 19:00. Breakfast was lower than average. No hot food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic views ... Lovely hotel.
Lovely room with fantastic view from balcony - lake & mountains during the day ... Stars & clear sky at night. Easy access with funicular to downtown Locarno - fun to join everyone running for the trip back to Orselina after the Piazza Grande evening film during the festival. Really convenient for taking the cable car up Cardada / Cimetta - lots to do at the top. The staff were really friendly & helpful ... I would really recommend this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic mountaintop views of Lago Maggiore
La Barca Blu's staff is its strongest selling point. They are welcoming, knowledgeable and attentive. The rooms, perched on the hill above Lago Maggiore, all face the lake and have welcoming balconies. Ours had a kitchenette, sitting space and comfortable beds. The room was clean and bright. Breakfast (continental) is worth the price, as you will pay the same amount or more for a pastry and coffee nearby. The hotel is about 300m from the walk down to Locarno's famous monastery, as well as to both funiculars serving Locarno and the hilltop. Parking is 10 Swiss francs per day, whether you park outside or in the underground garage with its fun and funky lighting. There is no lift, so you will go up a set of charming circular stairs to reach both the reception desk and your room.

8/10 Good

Lefinq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice room, excellent view
It's a bit out of the way and, unless you're fit enough to walk the steep hill up from the train station, you'll need to take public transit/car to get there. But the view of the lake is spectacular. Room also had a kitchenette and equipment for making meals. Staff were friendly and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Gaétane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla Marianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gute Anbindung zur Stadt und Bahnhof mit Bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Felix

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massimo Giovanni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked every thing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hansueli, Stans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alles gut!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuanzhong

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rafaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ulrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger, Uhwiesen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Das Hotel ist in Stadtnähe und gut zu Fuss erreichbar. Werde es weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mario

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dass Hotel war sehr sauber, Personal war sehr freundlich.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Belle vue du balcon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

gudrun

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The views from the rooms are all good. Everything else is average. For CHF 270 per day, you should be able to expect a firstrate experience. However several things disappointed us for our 6 day stay (which we could not change). First, there is no elevator and no assistance with heavy luggage (whichever room you have, you must climb stairs). Then there's the parking situation - the hotel does have a nice underground parking garage but it appears to be given to a hotel down the road; initially we had to park 100 meters up the road in another hotels parking on the street, but after complaining we were given one of the spaces near the hotel entrance (we were surprised to find a CHF 18 charge on our bill on checkout for this spot). The rooms are not very impressive - the bathroom is tiny and there is no air conditioning (just a noisy fan on the table) - the kitchen has a fridge and cooktop but no dishes or cutlery were provided, so that went unused. Breakfast was simple but adequate. The staff was friendly enough but we were not sorry to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023