Fattoria L'Amorosa

Unpretentious lodging offering simple rooms, most with shared bathrooms, plus breakfast. This simple budget hotel in a traditional Ticino-style village house is less than a 10-minute walk from both Lake Maggiore and the Locarno S. Antonio railway station, and 1.6 km from the Madonna del Sasso pilgrimage church. The functional rooms sleep up to 7 and come with Wi-Fi (no TVs). Most have shared bathrooms, while a few have private facilities. There's a shared kitchen and a courtyard. Continental breakfast is available.

Nestled in Bellinzona’s historic heart, this stunning 15th-century castle offers breathtaking views and explores the past, making it a must-see gem.

Relaxed hotel offering bright rooms & free breakfast, plus an outdoor pool & a leafy garden. Overlooking the surrounding mountains, this relaxed hotel with a leafy entryway is 1 km from Lugano train station and 2 km from the shores of Lake Lugano. Bright, cozy rooms come with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms; most have mountain views. Parking is free, as is breakfast served in the warmly decorated dining room. Other amenities include a dining terrace, a lush garden and an outdoor pool.

This charming lakeside hotel, once a 13th-century castle, offers cozy rooms, a delightful breakfast, and stunning views, making it a perfect escape in Ascona.

Casual hotel featuring a buffet eatery with a lake-view terrace, plus a TV lounge & an outdoor pool. Overlooking Lago Maggiore, this relaxed hotel is a 9-minute walk from Locarno train station and a 10-minute walk from Piazza Grande, the town's main square. The bright, simple rooms provide free Wi-Fi, TVs and pull-out sofas, as well as kitchenettes and balconies. Suites add living areas. There's no air-conditioning. Kids age 11 and under stay at no cost. Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, and buffet-style restaurant with a lake-view terrace. There's also a TV lounge with a pool table. Parking and a breakfast buffet are available for a fee.

Waterside venue offering contemporary lodging, plus an upscale restaurant & a rooftop terrace. Alongside the shores of Lake Maggiore, this modern hotel is a 6-minute walk from the bus stop and a 4 km from Visconteo Castle. Featuring contemporary decor, the sophisticated rooms and suites free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players, plus iPod docking stations. Suites add sitting rooms with sofas and balconies with lake views. Complimentary amenities include breakfast, parking and bike rentals, plus beach facilities. There's also an upscale gourmet restaurant offering al fresco dining with lake views, along with a chic rooftop terrace.

Modest country-style rooms in an informal hotel offering free breakfast & a bar. This down-to-earth hotel is a 7-minute walk from both Locarno train station and the banks of Lake Maggiore, and 19 minutes' walk from the medieval Castello Visconteo. Decorated with traditional country-style furnishings, the unassuming rooms come with free Wi-Fi, cable TV and minifridges. Many add private balconies; some sleep up to 4 people. Room service is available. Complimentary perks include breakfast and parking. There's also a bar.

Nestled in a charming 15th-century building, this boutique hotel offers unique decor, a delightful café/bar, and a welcoming, family-run vibe in the heart of Locarno.

Relaxed quarters in a polished hotel offering an outdoor pool, a restaurant & panoramic lake views. Set on a hillside, this refined hotel is 2 km from Piazza Giuseppe Motta on the shores of Lago Maggiore, and 5 km from the Madonna del Sasso pilgrimage church. Relaxed rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus balconies with lake views. Upgraded quarters add sitting areas and Nespresso machines. Room service is available. A breakfast buffet is offered. There's an elegant restaurant featuring a patio with panoramic lake views. There's also a bar and an outdoor pool, plus bike rentals, and a wellness area with a solarium and massages treatments. Guided walks are available.

Unfussy rooms with flat-screens in a low-key property offering a restaurant/bar with a terrace. A 5-minute walk from the lakeside Parco Ciani, this casual hotel is 1 km from Lugano railway station and 5 km from Monte San Salvatore. Streamlined rooms feature Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Upgraded quarters add air conditioning and sitting areas. Room service is available. There's a relaxed restaurant/bar with a terrace. Parking and breakfast are available.