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Al Faro

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Balcony
Front of property - evening/night
Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pizza

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Room options

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View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Lake View

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Double Room, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room Single Use, Courtyard View

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room Single Use, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Courtyard View

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Piazza G Motta 27, Ascona, TI, 6612

Getting around

  • Locarno (ZJI-Locarno Train Station) - 9 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 57 min drive

About this property

Al Faro

Hotel by the lake
Consider a stay at Al Faro and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and pizza. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and train station pick-up service
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Al Faro have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Down comforters and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (CHF 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • al Piazza - al Faro
  • al Pontile

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 25 per person
  • Self parking fee: CHF 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Al Faro Ascona
Al Faro Hotel Ascona
Al Faro Hotel
Al Faro Hotel
Al Faro Ascona
Al Faro Hotel Ascona

Frequently asked questions

Is Al Faro pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total). There's a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Al Faro?

Self parking is available for CHF 15 per night.

What time is check-in at Al Faro?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Al Faro?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Al Faro located?

Located in the heart of Ascona, this golf hotel is steps from Galleria Borgo and Ascona Ferry Terminal. Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna and Monte Verità are also within 15 minutes.

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Al Faro Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Zimmer klein und leider viel zu heiß. Nur Ventilator an Zimmer und kleines Guckloch in den Innenhof. Geruch nach Putzmittel deshalb recht stark. Toll: Personal super freundlich, tolles Frühstück und sehr gute Küche.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schön
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
👍😀🙏
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es war ein schöner Aufenthalt
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Birgitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, die Zimmer gut eingerichtet. Ich hätte gerne einen dichten Vorhang gehabt, der das Fenster ganz abdeckt, damit es am Morgen dunkel bleibt (Zimmer 8).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hanspeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und nett. Das Essen ausgezeichnet. Grosse Portionen. Hotel und Restaurant sind sehr zu empfehlen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Urs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und aufmerksam.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Marcel und Ruth

das zimmer ist sehr klein und eng, die betten viel zu weich, nicht gemütlich und erholsam. alles sehr sauber. das personal sehr freundlich, gutes reichhaltiges frühstück.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel an bester Lage an der Piazza

Hotel an sehr guter Lage, direkt an der Piazza. Sehr nettes Personal. Unser Zimmer war klein, auf dem Balkon hatten gerade zwei Stühle Platz, dafür war die Aussicht auf die Piazza und den See traumhaft. Entsprechend hörte man - bei offenem Fenster - die Geräuschkulisse der Menschen auf der Piazza. Das Frühstück war reichhaltig. So ist es jeder Person überlassen, ob sie die tolle Aussicht mehr bewertet als das eher kleine Zimmer und die Geräuschkulisse. Für uns war die Aussicht mehr wert.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We spent one night in Ascona. Our Hotel room had the most beautiful view we've ever had (it was a lake view room). Apart from the balcony, the room was a normal hotel room, nothing special but also nothing to complain about. Everything was clean and we were overall super happy with our stay. We would have stayed another night if our plans permitted. Parking is unfortunately not at the hotel though - it's in a public parking garage that's not directly next to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einmaliges Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis! Die Zimmer zur Seeseite sind sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

René

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alles in Allem empfehlenswert
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel liegt sehr gut! Freundliches Personal. Essen im Hotel sehr gut und grosse Portionen. Kann es nur weiter empfehlen und werde nächstesmal wieder dort Buchen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

All about the balcony..

Room basic and clean but balcony views fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Meiringen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unkompliziert und sehr flexibel. Freundliches und kompetentes Personal Sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Friedrich Wilhelm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Andi, Gossau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr gut gelegen. Zimmer etwas alt aber sauber. Gutes Frühstück
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020