Castello del Sole Beach Resort & SPA  

Perched on the shore of Lake Maggiore near Locarno and Ascona, this 5-star superior lakeside resort sits within extensive parkland and has its own private beach. It’s a short drive from Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna, Casino Locarno and Ascona Beach, with neighbourhood highlights like Pista La Resega, San Lorenzo Cathedral and Piazza della Riforma close by.

Set within one of Europe’s largest hotel parks, the property blends Mediterranean stately‑home architecture with charming courtyards and expansive grounds. Rooms are thoughtfully equipped with minibars, flat-screen TVs, safes, desks and bathrobes; many rooms include bathtubs or showers. A 2,500 m² spa and beauty area anchors the wellness offering, and the resort is pet-friendly and accessible by elevator.

Wake up to lake‑breeze mornings and choose between private beach time, outdoor and indoor pools, a full spa with massage rooms, sauna, steam bath and solarium, plus a well‑equipped fitness/health club. Poolside and lounge bars, a library, picnic and BBQ areas, table tennis and a kids’ playroom round out on‑site entertainment. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, onsite parking and shuttle/airport transfer services are available.

Event-ready facilities include a business center, conference hall and meeting/event spaces, supported by complimentary wireless internet and concierge services for seamless planning.

Three on‑site restaurants serve seasonal, regionally influenced fare and the kitchen sources first-quality produce and wine from the hotel’s own farm. Enjoy a daily complimentary buffet breakfast (served 7:00–10:30), poolside drinks and limited-hour room service, plus a farm shop in Ascona offering wines, rice and other local goods.