Ascona, Switzerland
Hotel Ascovilla
Subtropical garden villas
Subtropical garden villas
Palm-shaded grounds and poolside aperitifs cultivate an easygoing, residential retreat tailored for unhurried Lake Maggiore holidays.
What it’s good at
Listed
Subtropical gardens framing a heated outdoor pool, with loaner bicycles for lakeside rides.
Listed
Generational hospitality overseen by the Dreier family across Ascona holidays since the 1950s.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
In a peaceful area overlooking two gardens, each with swimming pool. The marble hall gives access to the rooms, partially renovated, in oak and various colours.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Lake Maggiore's promenade and the historic Piazza are a short walk down Via Lido.
The rooms
Bedrooms are finished in oak with bright color schemes, and many open onto balconies over the garden.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool is bordered by Ticino granite and set among cycad palms on the garden lawn.
The spa
The lower-level spa has a glass-fronted Klafs sauna and a steam bath beside cushioned daybeds.
At the table
Ristorante Albarella serves Mediterranean dishes on the garden terrace, and Pool Bar Oasis pours drinks beside the lawn.
How it began
The hotel took shape when three separate private villas were linked together into one property.
Ascona
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.