Via Santuario 10 6644 Orselina − Switzerland
Member of Small Luxury Hotels
To the 5 Star Villa Orselina immersed in a "dolce far niente" world of relaxation and stylish ambiance above the Lago Maggiore. A unique hotel and setting for that well-earned break, comprising 28 individually furnished rooms and suites, a wellness oasis La Spa along with two restaurants and catering facilities to round up a perfect stay. Let yourself be carried away by genuine Ticino charm – and delight in some moments of bliss on the sunny side of life!
The 5 Star Hotel Villa Orselina has a privileged position above Locarno with panoramic views over Lake Maggiore. Just 50 meters from the Madonna del Sasso church, the cable car to Cardada-Cimetta and the funicular railway which connects Orselina with Locarno. Locarno railway station is only 10 minutes away, while the nearest bus stop is right in front of the hotel.
Thanks to Ticino Ticket, free at our reception, you are free to travel and visit every corner of the southernmost Canton of Switzerland.
The region around the Orselina Villa provides countless and varied possibilities for taking a break. We will help you with organisation and can look after you with tailored recommendations.
Our head chef Riccardo Scamarcio and his team put a modern spin on their celebration of Italian cooking. What is more, he gladly uses regional products that are fresh from the market. Relax with exquisite cuisine in the sedate atmosphere of our restaurants and bars.
High above Lake Maggiore, we offer you a unique backdrop for your special occasion. Whether you want a large or small setting, our hotel is available for up to 150 persons.
Discover merlot specialties from Ticino and the best products from Italy and France, all lovingly selected, in our wine cellar. Our sommelier will be pleased to host you for a private wine tasting.
The hotel, comprising 28 generously sized rooms and suites, boasts a spectacular position above Locarno with amazing views to the Lago Maggiore. The interiors are both stylish and innovative. All rooms have Nespresso Coffee Machines, kettle, hairdryer, bathroom scales, bathrobes & slippers, flat screen TV & radio, free WiFi, cosmetic products, direct-dial telephones, safe and minibar.
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We are proud and delighted to introduce you to our La Spa with unique and all-embracing pampering programs. With best-qualified professionals, we are pleased to provide an extensive range of offers that leave no wishes open. Our program combines carefully selected cosmetic and therapeutic products of the utmost purity and effectiveness with an exquisite service designed to balance your inner self and to give you new strength and vitality.
Our focus is your beauty and well-being. Enjoy this experience with all your senses.
Our Spa Team is pleased to compose a personal and individual pampering program to suit all your needs.
Our program combines carefully selected cosmetic and therapeutic products of the utmost purity and effectiveness with an exquisite service designed to balance your inner self and to give you new strength and vitality.
Our focus is your beauty and well-being. Enjoy this experience with all your senses. Our Spa Team is pleased to compose a personal and individual pampering program to suit all your needs.
From a relaxed “aperitivo” in the Mediterranean garden with a wonderful view of Lake Maggiore to the exclusive 5-course dinner, we’ll make sure your occasion is one to remember. A large banquet hall offers you privacy and a magical setting for your party.
We gladly organize your fairytale wedding with you in a magnificent setting between the mountains and the lake. The wedding under the palm trees overlooking the mountains: what's better?
In a dominant position above Locarno and Lake Maggiore, Villa Orselina offers you the perfect location for your private party. A birthday to celebrate in style or an occasion for a few close friends, our boutique panorama retreat offers you space to welcome about 150 people. We are gladly available for more information.
Hold a meeting in a Mediterranean atmosphere with a view of the lake and mountains: the Villa Orselina has elegant and functional facilities that are ideally suited for banquets and conferences.
Our light and modern meeting room, with state-of-the-art technical infrastructure and all-round service courtesy of a motivated team, accommodates up to 25 persons.
“Il dolce far niente”, or sweet idleness, is celebrated in the Villa Orselina, but if you’re a sports enthusiast, you’ll get your money’s worth as well. Our fitness room and heated outdoor pool with idyllic sunbathing areas are available to you, and both have a dream view of Lake Maggiore and the mountains of Ticino. If the view alone is not enough for you, you can scale the surrounding hills on foot or with one of our mountain bikes. Hiking: Ticino is famous for its countless well developed hiking routes. Whether it's a leisurely ridgeway with a panoramic view over Lake Maggiore or an adventurous trail run, we’ll be happy to give you advice. Golf: In the immediate vicinity of the Villa Orselina are two 18-hole golf courses in Ascona and Losone that are open year-round. We’ll be happy to organise a day of golf for you. Biking: We provide test bicycles free of charge for you to explore. Mountain bike routes through Ticino’s Alpine world with fantastic views start right at the hotel. Water Sports: You can water-ski or ride a jet-ski, sail or rent a motor boat on Lake Maggiore. We’ll be delighted to put together a programme for you.
The region around the Orselina Villa provides countless and varied possibilities for taking a break. We will help you with organisation and can look after you with tailored recommendations.
Villa Orselina has a tennis court.
In the immediate vicinity of the Villa Orselina are two 18-hole golf courses in Ascona and Losone that are open year-round. We’ll be happy to organise a day of golf for you.
Cliff and Alexandra Potts have their own philosophy when it comes to managing a successful golf school. "We don´t just teach a swing, we show you how to play on the golf course" is their guiding principle. Individual teacher-student relationships, constant teaching methods that do not chop and change with every new trend, etiquette and a code of contact are permanent fixtures in their teaching.
We are offering all our guests green fee discounts
Dine with a spectacular views over the lake.
The Chef Riccardo Scamarcio and his team are proud to present you with a fresh and healthy cuisine which inspires and arouses the senses. The local products are carefully selected to offer you a perfect blend of Mediterranean flavours, in harmony with the Italian and local tradition.
Idyllically set amidst subtropical gardens directly by the hotel pool, the "La Pergola" restaurant caters to healthy appetites with a delicious salad buffet, authentic pasta fresca, a variety of grilled dishes and more, to gratify all kinds of tastes.
The elegantly furnished Panorama Lounge & Bar is the perfect place to round up an enjoyable day. Guests feel at home here - in a relaxed ambiance with a large assortment of selected drinks to tickle the palate. Your glance will be torn between the heart-warming chimney and the spectacular view of the lake and mountains.
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Hotel: Villa Orselina
Address: Via Santuario 10 6644 Orselina
Region: Ticino
Country: Switzerland
Official website: https://www.villaorselina.ch/en/
Telephone: +41 91 735 73 73
Villa Orselina is located just a few minutes distance from the town center of Locarno. The hotel can easily be reached by bus or the Madonna del Sasso funicular, alternatively we offer a free of charge pick up service from Locarno's railway station (please inform the hotel of your arrival time at least 1 day in advance).