Upper Ticino Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Above the beautiful city of Locarno in Ticino, Switzerland! I took this photo from the Cardada tourist resort area. One of my best memories from my Switzerland trip :). I was there in May 2016. You can definitely see that Spring is alive!
Above the beautiful city of Locarno in Ticino, Switzerland! I took this photo from the Cardada tourist resort area. One of my best memories from my Switzerland trip :). I was there in May 2016. You can definitely see that Spring is alive!
Springtime in Switzerland! Blenio consists of several villages and hamlets and offers breathtaking views. I'd say that Blenio was the most picturesque place I visited in Ticino, which is saying a lot, because there's so many beautiful places there!
Like out of a fairy tale, got this shot of the stunning Madonna del Sasso on our hike up to Cimetta

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Pizzo di Claro summit, july 2015

Where to stay in Upper Ticino

Schweiz - Ronco sopra Ascona

Porto Ronco

Porto Ronco is well liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ronco sopra Ascona area, you might plan a trip to Brissago Islands or Monte Verità.

Porto Ronco
Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino

Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino

4 out of 5
Via Campagna n. 9 Locarno
The price is NZ$348 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$348
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Go kart Locarno Magadino and Cantina Böscioro are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (132 reviews)
It's more a family hotel. Check in is good and friendly. Breakfast is good. The location is a little far from the center but it's near to a train station

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino
Hotel Lago Maggiore

Hotel Lago Maggiore

4 out of 5
Viale Verbano 25 Muralto Locarno
The price is NZ$290 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$290
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Muralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (259 reviews)
Rooms and bathroom were vet clean and good size, great views of the lake from private balcony, and close to train . The staff were super friendly, helpful and accommodating. Best hotel from our trip through Italy in way to Switzerland and France,

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Hotel Lago Maggiore
Hotel Belvedere Locarno

Hotel Belvedere Locarno

4.5 out of 5
Via ai Monti della Trinita 44 Locarno TI
The price is NZ$658 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$658
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Locarno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Piazza Grande and Old Town are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (357 reviews)
Lovely lake-facing room with a wonderful view. Comfortable bed. Spacious shower with lots of hot water. Friendly and helpful staff. Close to the convent and funicular. The walk back up from town could be a bit challenging for older or unfit people, but we enjoyed it.

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Hotel Belvedere Locarno
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Small rustic dream in a quiet location with a view of the mountains

Small rustic dream in a quiet location with a view of the mountains

Indemini TI
Stay at this holiday home in Gambarogno. Enjoy a garden, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Monte Gambarogno and Monteviasco are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Beautiful spot
It was a beautiful little rustic cabin and nice setting! I didn’t think to check if there was a washer or dryer and was slightly disappointed that there was none. However, we really enjoyed our stay!

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Small rustic dream in a quiet location with a view of the mountains
Miralago Locarno Easy Rooms

Miralago Locarno Easy Rooms

3.5 out of 5
1 Via San Vittore Muralto
Stay at this apartment in Muralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Giardini Pubblici and Città ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Great location, 5 minutes from the train station. Spotless rooms, great Wi-Fi, and the best value, perhaps, in all of Switzerland. And just for cred, I have been to Europe more than 250 times, so I know hotels.

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Miralago Locarno Easy Rooms
Nice holiday home with pool, garden & terrace, quiet location + wonderful view

Nice holiday home with pool, garden & terrace, quiet location + wonderful view

Orselina TI
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Orselina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Madonna del Sasso and Funivia Orselina ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Truly a MUST TO STAY Again
Dear Urs, Your place is paradise and home to us. You provided ‘everything’ as in everything we may ever need to enjoy and have fun like being in our own house in Texas. The peaceful nights we had are very relaxing and we wake up always refreshed. Your kitchen is a dream come true! Your bedrooms are ...

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2023

Nice holiday home with pool, garden & terrace, quiet location + wonderful view
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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