Fodor's Expert Review Giardino Ascona
Via Segnale 10, Ascona, Ticino, 6612, Switzerland Fodor's Choice
The Great Gatsby would feel in his element in this Relais & Châteaux property that's as glamorous as a Mediterranean villa but still fabulously modern. The luxury borders on decadence: the sheets are pure linen, ground-floor rooms have private gardens, and there's a landscaped pool area. Boasting two Michelin stars, Restaurant Ecco surprises with so-called "molecular" cuisine, which attempts to find new ways of cooking based on scientific experimentation. The results are delicious.
PROS
- Sunday frequently features ballet recitals or jazz performances
- spectacular garden setting
- good value for money for a five-star hotel
CONS
- overflowing with German and Swiss-German tourists
- room prices vary greatly—call ahead for rates
- traditional guests may not appreciate the hotel's touch of whimsy
HOTEL INFO
Phones:
091-7858888
Website: giardinohotels.ch/en/ascona
HOTEL DETAILS
77 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Nov.–Mar., Free Breakfast
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Nov.–Mar., Free Breakfast