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Al Faro

3.0 star property
3-star golf hotel perfect for exploring Ascona

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Al Faro

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Exterior
Lounge
Flat-screen TV
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pizza
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Al Faro

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Piazza G Motta 27, Ascona, TI, 6612
  • Popular LocationMonte Verità13 min walk
  • Popular LocationFondazione Monte Verita13 min walk
  • Popular LocationPiazza Grande8 min drive
  • AirportLugano (LUG-Agno)59 min drive

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, Lake View | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Double Room, Lake View

  • 193 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ascona

City center stay.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Galleria Borgo and Ascona Ferry Terminal. Fondazione Monte Verita and Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Monte Verità - 13 min walk
  • Fondazione Monte Verita - 13 min walk
  • Madonna del Sasso - 8 min drive
  • Piazza Grande - 8 min drive
  • Old Town - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Locarno (ZJI-Locarno Train Station) - 9 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Osteria Nostrana - 2 min walk
  • Seven Easy - 2 min walk
  • Seven Lago-Bar - 2 min walk
  • Papa Joe's Ascona - 1 min walk
  • Restaurant Riva 7 - 1 min walk

About this property

Al Faro

3-star golf hotel perfect for exploring Ascona
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Al Faro. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Ascona hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Al Faro offers 11 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 for check-in information
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

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 5 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.40 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 
    Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

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

How close is Al Faro to the airport?

Al Faro is 26.4 mi (50-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Al Faro?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Faro on May 27, 2024 start from $171.83, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Al Faro have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Al Faro.

How close is Al Faro to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (7-min drive) from Ascona Beach and 14.5 mi (44-min drive) from Spiaggia di Cannero. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Al Faro offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Al Faro, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Al Faro?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Locarno (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Al Faro?

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

Is there free parking at Al Faro?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 15 per night.

Does Al Faro have a pool?

Al Faro does not have a pool.

Does Al Faro have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like pizza and al fresco dining.

Does Al Faro have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Al Faro to downtown Ascona?

Al Faro is 0.6 mi away from Ascona.

Al Faro Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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

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

zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay
A very nice hotel situated on the lakeside. Well decorated and in good order. Checkin was quick and easy with friendly staff. You get a 10% reduction on your meal bill if you dine in the restaurants below, excellent food. Public parking can be found beneath a shop only a five minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely week end stay in Al Faro
Lovely week end stay in Al Faro.Located by the lake it is one hotel we have stayed many times and will hopefully continue to visit in future. No frills but good quality value for money!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location on Lake Maggiore - decent hotel with a sturdy breakfast...
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing week end stay
Al Faro by the lake has an old world charm with modernised rooms. We have stayed here several times and prefer the rooms with balcony with lake views. The stays at Al Faro has always been very nice

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed not good.But ok. Nice staff.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

You pay for the location
Location is A1 and overall it is not bad. Front desk was very helpful and supportive.Mattress ok but bed frame was terrible.You want to make sure you book lake view because that is what you pay for. No elevator with lake view rooms. Otherwise better value elsewhere if you don't need promenade location. If a couple weekend getting away for nice romance then fine (if they fix the bed frames, not taking into consideration consumation activities). Ascona is quite small so most places are 5-10 min walk to promenade and restaurants. Check google map.