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The mountain views would be more than enough at the non-smoking Ramada La Palma Au Lac but there's also free internet access and on-site parking. With private balconies overlooking Lake Maggiore the 68 non-smoking rooms and suites at the five-story Ramada have sliding-glass windows that let in lots of sun. Free Wi-Fi is one of the much-appreciated perks as are TVs with cable channels minibars and in-room safes. There's a fitness rooms with cardio and strength-training equipment as well as table tennis and other games to keep the family occupied. Enjoy French or Italian favorites in the two dining rooms grab a table on the outdoor terrace or opt for room service. Dry cleaning service comes in handy. Pets are allowed for a fee. Parking is free. On Locarno's waterfront promenade the Ramada is on the northern edge of Lake Maggiore's northern edge. A 10-minute walk from the front door takes you to the Piazza Grande and beyond that is the Castello Visconteo now a museum with an impressive collection of Roman archaeological finds. There are plenty of beautiful churches nearby including the soaring Santuario della Madonna del Sasso. Lugano Airport is 25 miles southeast.