Castello del Sole Beach Resort&SPA
Castello del Sole Beach Resort&SPA in Ascona offers a luxurious escape with a private lakefront, extensive wellness facilities, and diverse dining, all surrounded by a private 14-hectare park.
Castello del Sole Beach Resort&SPA offers a luxurious experience with a 300-meter private lakeshore along Lake Locarno. Guests can enjoy a spacious wellness center with a gym, tennis courts, and a golf course, all set within a 14-hectare private park.
Each room and suite provides air conditioning, complimentary wired internet access, cable TV, and a balcony. Private bathrooms are appointed with toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers.
The Spiaggia bar and terrace, located directly on the lakeshore, offers a relaxing spot for a drink. The hotel’s à la carte restaurants feature a variety of international cuisine, including seafood, with outdoor dining available on the summer terrace.
For families, Castello del Sole provides a children’s playground and a comprehensive animation program during July and August. Babysitting services are available all year upon request. Guests can rent motor boats and bicycles to explore the surroundings. The hotel is conveniently located 1.5 km from the center of Ascona and 3 km from Locarno. Complimentary on-site parking is provided.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Wellness
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hammam
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Solarium Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Guest reviews· 9.6/10 (125)
Castello del Sole Beach Resort & SPA consistently receives high praise as a premier luxury destination, with many guests hailing it as one of the best five-star hotels in Switzerland. Reviewers frequently describe the resort as a "nice peaceful nature retreat" and a "perfect relaxing getaway," noting its exceptional spa and wellness center as a significant draw. The on-site coffee house and availability of special diet menus on request also contribute to a comfortable stay, with breakfast in the room being a appreciated service.
The resort is highly recommended for families, with several guests expressing intentions to return for future visits. While the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive and many feel the price is justified for the quality of experience, a common point of constructive feedback concerns the hotel's dog-friendliness. Despite its high ratings and luxurious offerings, some guests found it not as accommodating for pets as they had hoped.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.6
- Staff
- 9.7
- Location
- 9.6
- Comfort
- 9.5
- Value for money
- 8.6
- Wi-Fi
- 10.0
- Breakfast
- 10.0
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Exceptional breakfast