Ascona
Ascona sits on the shore of Lake Maggiore, where light meets water. Mediterranean and Swiss at once. The historic old town with its pastel facades, lively piazza, and hidden courtyards radiates a charm that cannot be explained – only experienced.
5-star resort
Castello del Sole
Hidden between palm trees, vineyards, and the shores of Lake Maggiore lies the Castello del Sole in Ascona. It is far more than a five-star resort, it is a retreat that puts one thing above all else: time.
Its architecture speaks of history, the gardens of dedication, and the light of southern joie de vivre. Spanning 140 hectares – including a private beach, a bird sanctuary, and vineyards – the hotel is truly a world of its own.
Restaurants
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Locanda Barbarossa
Culinary craft deeply grounded in a deep‑rooted sense of place and season. At Locanda Barbarossa, awarded one Michelin star, Mattias Roock reveals the pure essence of local ingredients through quiet precision.
Tre Stagioni
At the Tre Stagioni, the day begins with a view of the park and ends with Mediterranean creations that balance lightness and depth. A place for genuine conversations at the table, accompanied by wines that haven’t had to travel far.
Bar Bassa Selim & Cortile Barbarossa
Two places, one feeling: relaxed pause. Whether it’s a morning cappuccino in the Cortile Barbarossa or an aperitif at sunset at the stylishly laid-back Bar Bassa Selim – here, small moments of pause are celebrated with quiet grace.
Snack Bar La Spiaggia
A light lunch with a view of the water, a homemade gelato after a swim, or a cool drink in the shade of the trees – La Spiaggia is the perfect place for relaxed moments of pleasure right by the private beach.
Rustico del Sole
Above Lake Maggiore, nestled in the Ticino mountain landscape, lies the Rustico del Sole. Open just for you – for a private lunch with a view, an aperitif at sunset, or a dinner beneath the stars.
Farm & Winery
Terreni & Cantina alla Maggia
Directly behind the hotel lies the Terreni alla Maggia. Here grow rice, corn, fruits, vegetables, and grains. Everything is cultivated by our own hands. Everything in harmony with nature and tradition.
On the same ground, the Cantina alla Maggia transforms the harvest into wines and spirits of character. Merlot, Bondola, Barrique-Riserva – each glass carries the taste of the soil, the light of the South, and the patience of the people who work here.
