
Locarno Guide
A lake-view hotel on Lake Maggiore: this is La Palma au Lac

There are many reasons to stay at Hotel La Palma au Lac, the lake-view hotel on Lake Maggiore:
- spending a weekend with your partner amid Locarno's Mediterranean flair
- enjoying a family holiday in beautiful Ticino
- treating yourself to a spa stay on the shores of Lake Maggiore
- hosting a business meeting in stunning surroundings
- simply taking in one of the most beautiful lake views in Switzerland
Our lake-view hotel offers the right atmosphere for every kind of holiday. We always have the right room for our guests – overlooking Lake Maggiore or the mountains around Locarno. All rooms have been renovated and are equipped with modern amenities.
Our spa is the ideal setting in which to escape the stresses of everyday life. Its Thai-inspired ambience provides the perfect environment for restoring body and mind. A massage will give you fresh energy.
In our hotel restaurant you can enjoy culinary delights of all kinds. Our chefs combine authentic, classic cuisine with regional and seasonal produce to create delicious, fresh dishes. Dinner on the restaurant terrace, looking out over Lake Maggiore in the evening light, is a very special experience.
Last but not least, our seminar room is the ideal venue for a business event in beautiful surroundings. You can hold events of all kinds here, and we'll take care of the equipment and catering for your guests.
Location and getting to our lake-view hotel

Our lake-view hotel is located right on the lakeside promenade in Locarno, not far from the town's railway station. This makes arriving by train extremely convenient. Of course, you can also travel by car.
Locarno's historic town centre is just a few metres from Hotel La Palma au Lac. The old town invites you to stroll at leisure or enjoy a varied shopping trip.
What rooms does our lake-view hotel offer?

Hotel La Palma au Lac offers beautiful, modern rooms and suites. They look out either over the glittering lake or towards the imposing mountains behind Locarno.
All rooms at our lake-view hotel are bright and quiet. Fully renovated, they impress with their comfortable furnishings. Room features include:
- individually adjustable air conditioning
- flat-screen TV
- free Wi-Fi
When choosing your room, you can select from various room types in different sizes and with different features. Our Classic single rooms measure between 16 and 20 square metres and offer a queen-size double bed and a mountain view. Our Classic double rooms are slightly more spacious and have either a queen-size double bed or two single beds.
With the Classic double rooms, you can choose between a lake or mountain view. If you need a little more space, our Superior double room with mountain view is just right for you. These large, bright rooms measure 23 to 31 square metres and also feature a sofa bed.
Don't want to miss out on the wonderful lake view? Then you'll love our Superior double rooms with lake view and our Junior Suites. The Superior double rooms with lake view offer a balcony and 18 to 22 square metres of space. At 30 to 33 square metres, the Junior Suites are considerably larger and also feature a sofa bed.
The jewels in the crown of our rooms are the Suites with lake view, measuring 36 to 38 square metres. Their balconies offer a glorious view of the lake.
Last but not least, we also have the right room for families. Our Family Apartment with lake view offers 90 square metres of space for the whole family. The apartment has two separate bedrooms, a living room, a balcony and, of course, a magnificent view of the lake.
Peace and relaxation at the Balima Spa

Want to escape your hectic everyday life and find a moment of peace? Then step into our Balima Spa and discover a magical oasis of calm and relaxation. The massages by Palm Leaf SPA by Gold Elephant are designed to restore balance between energy, body and mind, and are inspired by Thailand's traditional spa culture.
Guided by the principles of aromatherapy, traditional Thai massage techniques have a soothing effect on body and mind. The combination of acupressure, kneading and rhythmic movements will make your body and senses glow again. The distinctive identity of our urban spa retreat is further enhanced by special organic spa products, bespoke wooden furniture and a touch of nature.
Culinary delights at the La Palma hotel restaurant

At our La Palma hotel restaurant, we offer our guests a special culinary experience. With a dreamy view across the glittering waters of Lake Maggiore, you can enjoy authentic, classic cuisine at La Palma. Our chefs favour regional and seasonal produce for their dishes.
On our restaurant terrace overlooking the lake, you can also enjoy light snacks during the day. In the evening, La Palma offers a varied dinner menu.
Put together your own multi-course menu with soup or a starter, pasta or risotto and a meat or fish dish. To finish, order an ice cream or another dessert and enjoy the glorious evening sun over the lake.
What corporate events can be held at our lake-view hotel?
Hotel La Palma au Lac is also the right place for a business event such as a seminar. In our 120-square-metre seminar room, you can hold business events for up to 65 people, depending on the seating arrangement.
Of course, our lake-view hotel provides a full range of event equipment, from a projector with screen/projection board and a flip chart to notepads and pens.
You can also combine a business event at Hotel La Palma au Lac with culinary delights. We are happy to offer all participants a special two-course business lunch including water and coffee.
After a demanding day of seminars, your participants can enjoy a restful night's sleep. Depending on the season and availability, we offer companies special room rates for accommodating their guests, with our generous breakfast buffet included in the price.
Book your stay with us
We look forward to welcoming you as a guest at our beautiful lake-view hotel. Following a comprehensive redesign, Hotel La Palma au Lac shines with renewed splendour.
Our hotel captivates with a dreamlike view over Lake Maggiore. The rooms are bright and comfortable, our restaurant's cuisine is unmistakably original, and our spa is a unique oasis of peace and relaxation.
Our team will make your stay at Hotel La Palma au Lac an unforgettable experience. Book your stay at our lake-view hotel today. For further information, our team is, of course, always happy to help.