La Palma au Lac Hotel: your hotel right on the lake

Hotel La Palma au Lac in Locarno is a hotel right on the lake in Switzerland. Here you can enjoy the best location, breathtaking views and outstanding service. We offer 73 comfortably furnished rooms and apartments and more than 80 years of experience.

The hotel stands right on Lake Maggiore – you could hardly start the day with a more beautiful view. After waking up, perhaps you will head out into the stunning countryside. Or would you rather explore the popular resorts along the lakeshore?

Numerous nature reserves along Lake Maggiore invite you to linger. The islands in the lake are also well worth seeing. And Locarno and Ascona always have something to offer. All this makes our hotel right on the lake the ideal base for a short break in Ticino. Spend a restful weekend here with a Mediterranean flair.

The highlights of Hotel La Palma au Lac

At Hotel La Palma au Lac, guests enjoy a relaxing holiday in Ticino. The spa and the cuisine round off the experience, leaving nothing to be desired.

The rooms

The rooms at Hotel La Palma au Lac have a unique look, where the finest furnishings meet modern comfort. They invite you to linger and unwind and are ideal for all guests who want to recharge their batteries.

Restful sleep is essential for a holiday that leaves you feeling years younger. That is why, in every room, our guests find beds that make them feel as if they are floating on clouds. Sleeping comfort simply does not get any better!

The bathrooms are small works of art in their own right. They combine modern design with a high level of functionality, turning your morning routine and a relaxing evening bath into an unforgettable experience.

It is the magical images that stay etched in our memories for ever. Here, you only need to look out of the window to see them: many rooms offer views of Lake Maggiore, which captivates with its opulent beauty.

Dining

What would an escape from everyday life be without a few treats for the palate? At our Ristorante La Palma, guests enjoy regional specialities and fine wines – paired with the very best service.

Even guests accustomed to exquisite food will discover extraordinary compositions for their taste buds here. To round off the culinary delights, they dine with an unrivalled view of Lake Maggiore.

From breakfast to dinner, you are welcome here all day long. A special tip: our brunch with a view of the lake.

The spa

The Balima Spa at our hotel right on the lake offers wellness at its finest. Here too, of course, the best view of Lake Maggiore is included. Massages are provided by Palm Leaf SPA by Gold Elephant, inspired by Thailand’s traditional spa culture.

Have you just spent an eventful day in Locarno or Ascona? Or been on an excursion into nature? Then you can unwind in the saunas, the Jacuzzis and the Hydrojet.

In summer, the spa terrace is the perfect place to sunbathe. A speciality is the traditional Thai massage, which restores energy to body, mind and soul.

What sets our hotel right on the lake apart from other hotels?

Hotel La Palma au Lac offers you numerous advantages, such as:

• a perfect location
• modern, well-equipped rooms
• fine dining
• a spa with Thai massages

Locarno and Ascona are popular with tourists, as is Lake Maggiore itself. Hotel La Palma au Lac is a hotel right on the lake in Switzerland that meets the most discerning standards. Here you will find first-class rooms and suites, all of course equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a safe.

The in-house restaurant is one of the most renowned addresses in Locarno. The hotel is also home to a branch of the Napulé pizzeria, which brings its unmistakable Neapolitan flair to Ticino.

Not in the mood for action? Would you rather relax? You will find that right here in the hotel too: at the Balima Spa. But it is no ordinary spa: saunas, whirlpools and a lake-view terrace, together with traditional Thai massages by Palm Leaf SPA by Gold Elephant, are sure to make spa connoisseurs’ hearts beat faster.

What does a holiday in Locarno have to offer?

Make Hotel La Palma au Lac your base for an unforgettable holiday on Lake Maggiore. There are interesting events here in every season. Whether in summer or winter, nature always captivates visitors with its incomparable beauty.

Hotel La Palma au Lac is located in Locarno. The town, with around 15,000 inhabitants, offers tourists numerous sights. The Madonna del Sasso pilgrimage church towers impressively above Locarno. It is just as worth seeing as the view that awaits visitors at the top. From the church, you can look out over Locarno, Lake Maggiore and the neighbouring mountains.

Social life in Locarno centres on the Piazza Grande. Here, in the heart of the town, you will find restaurants, cafés and boutiques. Cultural events that are well worth a visit take place regularly in the town centre.

In summer, for example, the Moon&Stars music festival and the Locarno Film Festival take place here. For a few days, both turn the Piazza Grande into the cultural hub of the whole of Switzerland. Thousands of visitors from Switzerland and all over Europe come to see famous musicians and top-quality films. In winter, visitors to the town can enjoy Locarno on Ice and the Christmas market.

Not far from Locarno lies the small town of Ascona. Its sights include the lakeside promenade, the 16th-century town hall and the Castello dei Griglioni. Casa Serodine, with its beautiful façade, is also well worth a visit.

Why is a stay at a hotel right on the lake in Switzerland worthwhile?

A holiday among palm trees and in the mountains at the same time? Hotel La Palma au Lac in Locarno makes it possible. Here, Swiss quality and tradition meet a modern concept in room design, cuisine and spa.

Our hotel right on the lake is your ideal base for sightseeing in Locarno and Ascona. It is also the perfect starting point for excursions into the countryside around Lake Maggiore. Whether it is a short break in Ticino, a weekend or a longer holiday in Switzerland, you are guaranteed to find what you are looking for here.

Take home memories that will enrich you for a lifetime! Do you have any questions about our services? Would you like to book a stay with us right away? You can reach us at any time via our contact form!