Name: Pensione Olanda
Address: Via ai Monti 139a, 6605 Locarno, Switzerland, Locarno, Locarno, Locarno, 6605, Switzerland
Rating: 9

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Pista La Resega

Lugano Airport

San Lorenzo Cathedral

Piazza della Riforma

Cantonal Art Museum

Santa Maria degli Angeli

Parco Ciani

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Swissminiatur

Church of the Madonnina in Prato

Villa Olmo

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Volta Temple

Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia

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Church of San Fedele

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Palazzo Olginati

Basilica of Sant'Abbondio

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Castello Baradello

Pensione Olanda

Locarno

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To call this charming bed and breakfast a hillside pensione with a great view is to understate the facts.  First, the hill is more like a cliff.  Second, the pensione itself, ever so well maintained and appointed by its able innkeeper, Andrea, is beyond charming.  The rooms are clean and elegant, and the entire establishment has a flare that is both intimate and lovely.  Third, the “great view” is better described as stunning, and it is surrounded by elements of class and style.  Andrea’s breakfast terrace looks down some 500 vertical feet onto the aqua colors of Lago Maggiore below, and across the lake are dark green hills that jump from the opposite shore.  The terrace is topped with a shady grape arbor.  When we visited at the end of August, it was bursting with delicious Concord grapes.  Then, as if to gild the lily, the view from the terrace is framed by tall palm trees that stand like pillars set in Andrea’s tiered garden below.  Yes, the word “charming” does not do it justice.

Beyond the view, we found Andrea and her staff friendly, helpful, and accommodating.  Breakfast was plentiful and delicious.  As to the only possible down-side of its location – the fact that you have to go uphill to get there – do not be daunted.  Although I wouldn’t necessarily recommend the climb up the steep stairs from Locarno’s old city up to the pensione – “only a kilometer’s walk” up the hill – except for those who are fit and able, and although I definitely would not attempt it with luggage, yet do not lose heart.  For those trying to trim costs, the pensione sits right at a bus stop.  Locarno’s efficient buses will carry you directly there or back to town, and a special card given to you when you check into the pensione means you can take the bus for free within the city core.  If a bus is not handy when headed uphill, a taxi from the city center will land you at the pensione in a matter of minutes.  If you have a car, then you have no worries, but you will want to get used to narrow winding roads with lots of hairpin turns.  The last possible option to get up the hill without climbing steps is to take the funicular railway.  Although it might seem charming at first, it is not as convenient as a bus or a taxi. It is still a 10 minute walk between the uphill funicular station and the pensione, and the funicular’s schedule is nowhere as convenient as the bus.

In short, we highly recommend this lovely spot.  My only regret is we did not spend longer there!

Outstanding B&B, Fantastic Location

It was wonderful staying there. Clean beautiful rooms, amazing view, amazing stuff... we were more than surprised. It left us speechless, and relationship between the prices and the things that they offer... you wouldn't believe it. Enough parking places, and a very peaceful place to be. We loved it and strongly recommend it!

A real jewel ❤️

Pensione Olanda is a great place. It is full of charm, has a beautiful view of the lake and Locarno, well located, excellent breakfasts and a possibility to have a nice evening meal. Wonderful welcoming hosts. I had to leave the hotel at 6 AM my breakfast was ready at 5.30! I enjoied my stay very much.

Beautiful stay

What a jewel !!! A fantastic couple that welcomes you and looks after you with kindness, great care and attention. A fantastic place, overlooking Locarno, in a very quiet place, with places to read, lounge and relax. We have even been luckier as Andrea booked us in  the studio (a 3mn walk from the pension): more than perfect, kitchen , indoor swimming pool and private terrace.... ! We loved it, and did not want to leave. No choice, we will have to come back !

Left my heart in Olanda

What a great stay and what a fantastic host. I was the only one staying there so I got all the attention and she was so caring and nice. Room super clean, the entire house so clean and close to the center.

Did not want to leave

We have been there as a group of 6 people and had a good time. You can enjoy the view from above, breakfast is always with fresh bread and the rooms are cute, each one is different. From Locarno you reach that place with the bus Nr.3 or by cable-care in direction to Madonna del Sasso and a little ealk down the road. You have to reserve the rooms as she only has 10 rooms to rent. Calling to check the availability is preferred

Relaxation over Locarno

A winding road up to this location that gives you an amazing view over the lake. The room was brand new and very comfortable - we mindful though that there are several stairs down to the rooms which can be a challenge when carting around suitcases full of 3 weeks worth of winter clothes - ha! We were given a free local bus ticket which was very handy;  instead of driving back down the winding roads and finding/paying for a parking spot we simply caught the bus which has a stop directly across the road! 
The breakfast set up was amazing - I could not believe how much there was and all done by the one lady! Wow! The patio area overlooking the lake was lovely though it isn't suited for rain which was unfortunate for us as it rained almost the entire time we were there. BUT it was still beautiful!
It was an absolute bargain to for what you got!

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