Hotel Garni Giacometti

The Giacometti is located in the charming and narrow cobbled streets of Locarno's Old Town. It is only 2 or 3 minutes walk to the Piazza Grande and 5 or 6 minutes to the lake.||||The hotel is pretty simple so if you are looking for luxury this is probably not for you. Nonetheless it is comfortable, clean and welcoming and we enjoyed our stay. There is very little noise from the street.||||The breakfasts were really good with muesli, granola, cereals, yogurt, fruit, bread, jam, marmalade and cheeses. There was also orange juice and very good fresh coffee||||We saw the owner every morning at breakfast and he is a really nice guy. We saw his daughter on arrival and again she was very helpful and welcoming.||||The nearest parking is about 5 minutes walk away

I stayed here for 4 nights. The hotel is located a couple of minutes' walk from the centre of Locarno, in a quiet street. The couple who run it are very friendly and helpful. Breakfasts are fabulous, with a great selection of food. Net connection is good.||I had a single room with bathroom. The room was cosy but had everything I needed, and the bathroom was clean and functional. The mattress on the bed was a foam one, which was not particularly comfortable unfortunately.||Locarno is a gorgeous little town, with so much to do. Taking a bus into any of the valleys, particularly Val Verzasca, opens up a myriad of fabulous hiking and photographic opportunities. The lake is beautiful, and the pools are a great way to spend an afternoon.||I highly recommend this place. I only wish I had stayed longer!

Bad experience. This hostel does not accept families with children below the age of 10 despite a valid reservation. And despite the fact that it praises itself as a "family hotel" online. The staff is also unfriendly in their communications: "we don't need you here as a guest". There are certainly better, more welcoming places to stay in Locarno!

Charming, friendly and spotless B and B in the heart of the old city. Lovely breakfast buffet in the little courtyard. Stayed with my daughter in a twin room with little balconies on both sides, overlooking the inner courtyard and the street. Using the Ticino ticket which means free public transport within the canton it was a great base for exploring the region.

My wife and I stayed here and enjoyed it. The location, near the heart of Locarno and the Piazza Grande, is very convenient and the hotel is surprisingly quiet. The breakfast was quite nice. Our only complaint would be the 10:00 checkout time - one has to eat breakfast and run. I suspect most guests would appreciate a 12:00 checkout.

Love this hotel. Love the inside outside feel and don't even care that there is no lift to deal with our luggage. Basic room with comfortable bed and balconies on both sides. Open breakfast room with plenty of options including your choice of coloured boiled egg. Fabulous owners. We love it! Thanks Giacomo

The room was very simple, but there is everything you need. It is in a quite street.||The hosts are very nice. The breakfast is prepared by them. Nice buffet with regional products. Very cosy everything.||The hotel is very central. Lots of reataurants close by and just 5 minutes from the Piazza Grande.||I can only recommend it!

Nice B&B in old town Locarno. Rooms are small but comfortable. Host is super friendly and helpful. Love the breakfast.