Bellavista Swiss Quality Hotel - Gambarogno

3-star lake-view hotel in Gambarogno with private balconies and Mediterranean dining

Hotel Amenities & Grounds

Bellavista Swiss Quality Hotel occupies spacious grounds with a botanical garden and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool that offers views across Lake Maggiore. Guests have access to tennis court, mini golf, and table tennis on site, as well as a games room and evening entertainment. The property also provides bike tours, canoeing, and hiking trails directly from the hotel, with free private parking and a shuttle service available.

Rooms & Accommodations

All rooms at the Bellavista come with a private balcony or terrace overlooking the lake, and the hotel offers a unique shared balcony experience for groups. Each room includes a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air-conditioning, while the Superior Double Rooms provide separate entrances and intimate garden settings. The property also supports late arrivals with convenient check-in procedures.

Dining Experience

The on-site restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, with a menu that includes vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, and also offers a buffet with local specialities, warm dishes, and fresh pastries. Guests can dine on the terrace with lake views or enjoy wine and champagne from the bar, while the Barca boat display adds a local Ticino touch to the dining room. The restaurant also provides special diet menus and kids' meals upon request.

Location & Surroundings

Bellavista Swiss Quality Hotel is located in Vira, Gambarogno, 9 miles from Piazza Grande Locarno and 21 mile from Lugano Station, with easy access to the Verzasca Dam and the Botanischer Garten von Gambarogno. The hotel sits on a ridge above Lake Maggiore, and while the walk to the lakeside involves a steep climb back, a bus stop (Vira Bellavista, lines 330/352) is a two-minute walk uphill. Guests can also explore the Maggia Delta, Ascona, and Locarno by car or shuttle.

Family & Activities

The hotel offers an indoor play area and board games for children, plus a seasonal outdoor pool with a shallow end and pool towels provided. Adults and kids can participate in walking tours, tour or class about local culture, and evening entertainment, while the garden and sun terrace provide quiet relaxation spots. The property also has a fitness room and can arrange public transport tickets for exploring the region.

• Location: 9 miles from Piazza Grande Locarno, close to Verzasca Dam
• Rooms: All rooms with private balcony or terrace and lake views
• Dining: Mediterranean restaurant with vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free options
• Activities: Tennis court, mini golf, table tennis, bike tours, canoeing
• Family: Indoor play area, board games, shallow-end pool
• Parking: Free private parking and shuttle service available

License number: SL-00000143