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Hotel Rio Muralto

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Piazza Grande

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Via Collegiata, Muralto, 6600
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Grande
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Madonna del Sasso
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Muralto

In Muralto .Stay at this Muralto hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Piazza Grande and 2 miles (3 km) of Madonna del Sasso. Tenero - Sport Center and Fondazione Monte Verita are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Locarno Funicular Station - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Town - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castello Visconteo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Madonna del Sasso - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno (ZJI-Locarno Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Porto Café Lago - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Al Porto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Svizzero - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Oldrati - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rio Muralto

3-star hotel near Piazza Grande
Hotel Rio Muralto offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel Rio Muralto also features a television in a common area and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Muralto hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Rio Muralto offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Hotel Muralto

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 15 for adults and CHF 15 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 15 for adults and CHF 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: CHF 12.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Garni Rio Muralto
Garni Rio Muralto
Garni Rio
Hotel Garni Rio
Hotel Rio Garni
Hotel Rio Muralto Hotel
Hotel Rio Garni Muralto
Hotel Rio Muralto Muralto
Hotel Rio Muralto Hotel Muralto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Rio Muralto to the airport?

Hotel Rio Muralto is 23.7 mi (53-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Rio Muralto?

As of Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rio Muralto on Jan 11, 2026 start from $122.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Rio Muralto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Rio Muralto.

How close is Hotel Rio Muralto to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (13-min drive) from Ascona Beach and 15.9 mi (46-min drive) from Spiaggia di Cannero. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Rio Muralto offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Rio Muralto, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 15 for adults and CHF 15 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Rio Muralto?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Locarno (7-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rio Muralto?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Rio Muralto?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 12.00 per night.

Does Hotel Rio Muralto have a pool?

Hotel Rio Muralto does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Rio Muralto have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Rio Muralto to downtown Muralto?

Hotel Rio Muralto is 0.2 mi away from Muralto.

Hotel Rio Muralto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Duncan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iwona

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paring, still have to use stairs with luggage when you park. My morning staff person (Vincent ? 04/25/26; hope that's your name) was absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean, close to Old Town—air conditioning! Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaweria

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Will definitely recommend. Rooms were spacious and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Walter

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Breakfast is overpriced for the limited choices (especially no warm food except eggs). Room is clean but the shower room is way too small. Can’t even bend down freely. Descent for a short stay cos of the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka, Burr Ridge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, spacious, clean, light rooms with many amenities. Complementary fruits, coffee and tea in the lobby. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Next to station , the hotel is in a beautiful old house with small but practical room. Perfect service , good bed and tasty breakfast. Excellent quality price relation. Highly reecommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel -- clean, friendly, great location

Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel , great location, very good service.

nice hotel. very pleasant welcome during check-in. breakfast was OK, compliant to COVID situation. Very good location, minutes of walk from city centre, shops and lake. Room was clean, bed is relatively small. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good room and great breakfast. Giacomo from staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Antigany, Landstuhl, Germany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect! It was centrally located, with parking available. The room was large and clean and breakfast was nice. The staff were the absolute BEST part. They were so kind and helpful, I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location in Locarno for train travel

Great location a few metres from the open plan station of Locarno. All the buses leave to lots of destinations from here too. The hotel is in a large old villa that has recently been cleverly renovated to keep the original villa for reception rooms & stairway. Each room is a large contemporary box located within, with excellent air conditioning & high spec bathroom. The reception is manned between 7-19.00 officially, but there’s often someone around at other times too looking out for you. Your room key acts as swipe card for the outside doors after hours. The bean to cup coffee machine is on whatever the time for hot chocolate, cappuccino, espresso etc, there’s also a sitting area with lots of coffee table magazines to peruse. There’s a table laid out with every leaflet so no need to go to the tourist office. Breakfast is good value & you should go for the included option. Breads, crackers, croissant, cakes, muffins, pastries, local artisan honey & jams, yoghurts, bürcher muesli, fruit salad, ham, salami, cheeses, boiled eggs cooked to order, fresh fruit bowl, orange, grapefruit & multivit juices. Across the road at the station there’s a convenience store that’s reasonably priced & open early to late.It’s 5 mins walk down to Piazza Grande and the old town, and less to the waterfront. In the room there’s a small safe, hairdryer, plenty of space. I would say the only thing lacking for me in my single room would be a socket close to the bed to charge my phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location and comfort

Great place to stay right by the train station, it cannot get more convenient than that! Beautiful modern rooms and very nice breakfast :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Lage, zu Fuss max. 500-600 m Sicherer Parkplatz. Frühstücksbuffet u Service prima
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perto de tudo. Fácil de chegar

Ótima localização. Bom café da manhã. Quarto bem grande, confortável e silencioso. O banheiro é estranho, chuveiro apertado e o box do meu chuveiro estava quebrado
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eine Reise wert

Ein Bijou vor allem die Superior Zimmer im 1. Stock
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin Günter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

grazia

Colazione un po' scarsa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oskar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024