Where is Hotel Meridiana located?
Hotel Meridiana Lake & Spa is located in Ascona, at Piazza Giuseppe Motta 61, directly on the Lake Maggiore promenade and just a few steps from the historic centre. It is one of the last hotels on the left-hand side of Ascona’s main square.

What type of hotel is Hotel Meridiana in Ascona?
It is a family-run hotel combining traditional charm with modern elegance. It offers comfortable rooms, many with lake views, a panoramic terrace overlooking the lakefront and a wellness area with a heated indoor pool, steam bath and sauna.

What makes Hotel Meridiana special compared with other hotels in Ascona?
It is the only hotel on Ascona’s lakefront with an indoor swimming pool and wellness area. It also offers a panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Maggiore, close proximity to the historic centre, a fully equipped bike workshop with bicycle and E-bike rental, a conference room and pet-friendly accommodation.

Is Hotel Meridiana close to the centre of Ascona?
Yes. It is located in the heart of Ascona’s historic village, surrounded by boutiques, restaurants and cultural attractions, just a few steps from the historic centre.

Is the hotel a historic property?
The building is part of the historic setting of Ascona’s old village and its patrician houses with elegant arcades. The hotel combines historical character with modern interiors and services.

Who is Hotel Meridiana suitable for?
It is designed for guests looking for relaxation on Lake Maggiore: couples seeking a romantic getaway, wellness lovers, cycling tourists — the hotel has a bike workshop and bicycle/E-bike rental — and guests travelling with pets. It is also an ideal base for enjoying the major summer events in Ascona and Locarno and has a conference room for business meetings.

Is Hotel Meridiana open all year round?
No, the hotel has a winter closure. This year, the hotel will remain open until 3 January 2027 and will reopen on 19 March 2027.

How much does one night at Hotel Meridiana cost?
The hotel’s 24 rooms are divided into several categories, and rates vary depending on the season, length of stay and occupancy. To request a quote or check the price of a night, we recommend visiting the hotel’s website or contacting the hotel by email at info@meridiana.ch.

What is the cancellation policy?
The flexible rate can be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours before the arrival date. The prepaid rate, on the other hand, is non-refundable in the event of cancellation or modification of the booking.

Why is it better to book directly on our official website?
When you book directly on our official website, you can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before arrival, compared with the 7 days required by online booking portals. Booking directly gives you 5 additional days of flexibility and more advantageous conditions.

Do guests staying at Hotel Meridiana receive discounts on transport in Ticino?
Yes. The Ticino Ticket is included with your stay. From the moment of check-in, Hotel Meridiana provides each guest with this ticket, allowing free travel on all public transport throughout the Canton of Ticino, as well as discounts and reduced fares on cable cars, boat services and numerous tourist attractions in the region. It is valid for the entire duration of your stay.

What types of rooms does Hotel Meridiana offer?
The rooms combine comfort and style in a welcoming atmosphere designed for relaxation. Many rooms offer beautiful views of Lake Maggiore.

Do the rooms have lake views?
Many rooms offer direct views of Lake Maggiore. Lake-view rooms can be booked subject to availability.

What is included in the stay?
Every stay includes access to the heated indoor pool, free high-speed Wi-Fi, service and VAT, bicycles subject to availability, and the Ticino Ticket, which includes free public transport and tourist discounts throughout the Canton. Breakfast is not always included and depends on the rate selected. The flexible rate is available in two options: room only, without breakfast, or with breakfast included. Breakfast is not included with the room-only rate.

Is there free Wi-Fi at the hotel?
Yes. All rooms and hotel areas have free high-speed Wi-Fi included in the stay.

What amenities are included in the rooms?
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TV, minibar, safe, private bathroom/shower, hairdryer and additional amenities.

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm, while check-out is from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. Starting 4 days before arrival, guests can complete online pre-check-in to register in advance and speed up the key handover process at the hotel. In the event of a late check-in, you will receive all the necessary information about the procedure online before your arrival, together with a code to open the hotel entrance and access your room. Late check-out is available until a maximum of 12:00 noon upon request and subject to availability. Free luggage storage is available before check-in and after check-out.

Is there a room suitable for solo travellers?
Yes. The Classic Single Room with Lake View is ideal for guests travelling alone.

Which rooms are most suitable for families?
The Comfort Double Room and Junior Suite with Terrace are suitable for families and can accommodate up to 4 people.

Is the hotel accessible to guests with reduced mobility? Is there a lift?
The main entrance has steps, but there is a secondary entrance without steps. From there, a lift provides access to all floors of the hotel. Please contact the hotel for this type of request so that the most suitable solution can be discussed according to your specific needs.

Does Hotel Meridiana have a spa or wellness area?
Yes. The wellness area includes a heated indoor pool with loungers, a steam bath and bio sauna, ideal for relaxing and recharging. The hotel also has a fitness room. The entire area is open every day from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes. It has a heated indoor swimming pool with a relaxation area and loungers. It is the only hotel on Ascona’s lakefront to offer an indoor pool.

Can I use the sauna and steam bath privately?
Yes, upon request and subject to availability. Private use of the sauna for 1 hour costs CHF 10.00, and private use of the steam bath for 1 hour costs CHF 10.00. They can be booked directly at reception or by emailing reception.

Are massages available?
Yes. Upon request, a 10-minute massage using the Wellsystem Relax massage bed is available for CHF 7.00. Also upon request and subject to availability, an in-room massage with an external therapist can be booked. Please contact reception for these requests.

Is access to the pool and spa included in the price?
Access to the heated indoor pool is included in all offers. The sauna and steam bath are available for private use for an additional charge and upon request, as are massages.

Are children allowed in the swimming pool?
Yes. Children may use the swimming pool under adult supervision.

What special offers does Hotel Meridiana provide?
The hotel offers exclusive packages for experiencing Ascona and Lake Maggiore: the Love & Relax package for a romantic getaway, the Ascona Easy-Bike Experience for exploring the region by bicycle, Lake & Mountain Adventure for a stay surrounded by nature, Art & Heritage for guests looking for a unique cultural break, and Ticino Surprise for those who want to discover Ticino’s gastronomy. Finally, there is the Stay More, Save More offer: stays of 5 nights or more receive a 20% discount on the total price of the stay.

What is included in the Ticino Surprise offer?
It includes a minimum stay of 2 nights in a Comfort Double Room, a 4-course lunch or dinner — drinks excluded — at Grottino Ticinese in Losone, one backpack per room with typical Ticino products, and a garage parking space. Breakfast, swimming pool, Wi-Fi and Ticino Ticket are always included.

What is included in the Love & Relax offer?
It includes a minimum stay of 2 nights in a Lake View Room, a bottle of Prosecco in the room upon arrival and rose petals on the bed, 30 minutes per person on the Wellsystem Relax water massage bed, the possibility of privately reserving the bio sauna or steam bath, and a garage parking space. Breakfast, swimming pool, Wi-Fi and Ticino Ticket are always included.

What is included in the Ascona Easy-Bike Experience offer?
It includes a minimum stay of 2 nights in a Comfort Double Room, an E-bike for one day, a 20-minute massage per person using the Wellsystem Relax massage bed, one water bottle and one backpack per person. Breakfast, swimming pool, Wi-Fi and Ticino Ticket are always included.

What is included in the Lake & Mountain Adventure offer?
It includes a minimum stay of 3 nights in a Comfort Double Room, an excursion to the Brissago Islands with return boat ticket, return funicular and cable car tickets from Locarno to Cardada-Cimetta with the opportunity to visit the Sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso, a backpack and water bottle, and one hour of relaxation in our Bio Sauna or Steam Bath for complete well-being. Breakfast, swimming pool, Wi-Fi and Ticino Ticket are always included.

What is included in the Art & Heritage offer?
It includes a minimum stay of 3 nights in a Comfort Double Room, a return funicular ticket from Locarno to Orselina to visit the Sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso, admission to the Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna in Ascona, a combined ticket for Museo Casa Rusca + Musei Casorella – Castello Visconteo, and one hour of relaxation in our Bio Sauna or Steam Bath for complete well-being. Breakfast, swimming pool, Wi-Fi and Ticino Ticket are always included.

Are the museums included in the packages always open?
No. Some museums are closed on certain days. Always check museum opening hours and opening days online.

Is it better to book directly on the hotel website?
Yes. Booking directly gives you access to the best rates and booking conditions, direct contact with the hotel and personalised service, as well as the Ticino Ticket. The best price is guaranteed.

What events take place in Ascona and Locarno throughout the year?
The Lake Maggiore region hosts major events throughout the year, with a particularly rich summer music programme. Main events include JazzAscona, Moon&Stars in Locarno, Vallemaggia Magic Blues, Rotonda by La Mobiliare and the Locarno Film Festival.

Is Hotel Meridiana a good base for the Locarno Film Festival and other events in the region?
Yes. The hotel is located in Ascona, just a short distance from Locarno and Piazza Grande, making it an ideal base for reaching the region’s main events, from the Locarno Film Festival to concerts, local festivals, cultural events and sporting events around Lake Maggiore. After a day of events or evening screenings, you can relax by the lake, making the hotel the perfect starting point for enjoying every event while staying comfortably in Ascona.

What can I do near the hotel?
The hotel is surrounded by boutiques, restaurants and cultural attractions in Ascona’s historic village. The lakefront, Lake Maggiore, bicycle and E-bike excursions, and the region’s major summer festivals are all within easy reach.

What can I do in Ascona and Locarno when it rains?
Even in bad weather, the Lake Maggiore region has plenty to offer: museums such as the Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna in Ascona and Casa Rusca in Locarno, shopping in the boutiques of the historic village, the Sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso or an indoor trip to Bellinzona. For guests who prefer to stay at the hotel, Hotel Meridiana is the only hotel on Ascona’s lakefront with a heated indoor pool, turning a rainy day into the perfect opportunity to relax in our wellness area.

Is breakfast included?
It depends on the rate selected. The flexible rate is available in two options: room only, without breakfast, or with breakfast included. Breakfast is not included with the room-only rate. Most offers and packages, however, include a generous breakfast. What is included in the rate is always clearly indicated at the time of booking.

Can breakfast be added if I booked a room-only rate?
Yes. Breakfast can be added for CHF 25.00 per day.

What time and where is breakfast served?
The breakfast buffet is served from 8:00 am to 11:00 am.

Are gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian and vegan alternatives available?
Upon request, we offer gluten-free/lactose-free and vegan alternatives.

Is there a bar at the hotel?
The hotel does not have a traditional bar with counter service. However, there is an Honesty Bar in our reading room: a welcoming space where guests can help themselves and conveniently settle the bill at check-out.

Is there a restaurant at the hotel?
The hotel does not operate its own restaurant, but there is an independent restaurant on the ground floor of the building, open throughout the day and ideal for lunch and dinner.

Does the hotel accept pets?
Yes. Hotel Meridiana is pet-friendly and four-legged friends are welcome. Small pets are charged CHF 15.00 per night.

Can I rent bicycles or E-bikes?
Yes. The hotel has a fully equipped bike workshop and offers bicycle and E-bike rental. Standard bicycles are available subject to availability and are free of charge; renting an electric bicycle for one day costs CHF 10.00. We also have two mountain E-bikes available for CHF 25.00 per day.

Is the hotel suitable for cyclists?
Yes. It has a fully equipped bike workshop and bicycle/E-bike rental, making it ideal for exploring Lake Maggiore and the Ascona-Locarno region.

Is there parking or a garage?
Yes. A garage parking space is available 200 metres from the hotel. The hotel does not have a private outdoor car park. Guests can nevertheless drive directly to the hotel to load and unload luggage even though it is located in a pedestrian area.

How much does covered parking cost?
The cost is CHF 15.00 per day.

What is the Ticino Ticket and how does it work?
The Ticino Ticket is included in your stay and provides free public transport, discounts on mountain lifts, boat services on the Swiss side and major tourist attractions throughout the Canton of Ticino for the entire duration of your stay. The Ticket becomes valid and can be used from the moment you check in at the hotel.

Does Hotel Meridiana have a conference or meeting room?
Yes. The hotel has a conference room that can be used for business meetings, meetings and presentations, with the possibility of staying overnight and using the wellness area.

Can corporate events be organised at Hotel Meridiana?
Yes. Corporate events can be organised for up to a maximum of 42 people.

What room configurations are available for Hotel Meridiana’s conference room?
We offer 7 configurations: Theatre, Classroom, Boardroom, Conference, Hollow Square, U-Shape and Meeting Square. Each configuration is suited to different requirements, from presentations to interactive meetings.

What is the maximum capacity of the room?
Capacity depends on the configuration: up to 42 people in Theatre style, 32 in Boardroom, Conference, Hollow Square and Meeting Square, 28 in U-Shape and 20 in Classroom.

Which configuration is best suited to a presentation or conference?
The Theatre configuration is ideal for presentations and accommodates the largest number of participants, up to 42. For a smaller audience requiring a surface for taking notes, the Classroom configuration, with 20 seats, is ideal.

Which configuration do you recommend for interactive meetings or group work?
Boardroom, Hollow Square, U-Shape and Meeting Square encourage direct interaction between participants and are ideal for business meetings, workshops and collaborative sessions, accommodating between 28 and 32 people.

What technical equipment is included in the room?
Every configuration includes the following equipment as standard: Samsung Touch TV, beamer/projector, flipboard, whiteboard and computer.

Is the equipment the same for all configurations?
Yes. The standard technical equipment — Samsung Touch TV, beamer/projector, flipboard, whiteboard and computer — is available for all 7 configurations.

Does the hotel offer coffee breaks or business lunches?
Upon request and in collaboration with the nearby restaurant, we offer a business lunch service. Hotel Meridiana also offers a coffee break service.

How do I reach Hotel Meridiana in Ascona by car?
Once you enter Ascona, follow Viale Monte Verità to the post office square, then follow Via Borgo towards Ascona’s main square. Once you enter the pedestrian area, the hotel is the second-to-last building on the left, on the lakefront.

Is Hotel Meridiana located in a pedestrian area?
Yes. Hotel Meridiana is located in the pedestrian area on Ascona’s lakefront, just a few steps from the historic village. Despite the pedestrian zone, guests can still drive to the hotel to load and unload luggage using a dedicated access code provided by reception upon request.

Where can I find the code?
The code is automatically sent by email the day before arrival.

How can I drive into the pedestrian area to unload my luggage?
For loading and unloading luggage, guests can drive into the pedestrian area using a dedicated access code, which the hotel sends by email the day before arrival. After unloading your luggage in front of the hotel, you can park your car in the garage located 200 metres from the hotel, provided the parking space has been reserved in advance.

How can I reach Hotel Meridiana by public transport?
From Locarno railway station, take bus number 1 to the “Ascona Scuole” stop and then walk for approximately 8 minutes.

What is the hotel’s address and how can I contact it?
Address: Piazza Giuseppe Motta 61, 6612 Ascona, Switzerland.
Telephone and WhatsApp: +41 91 786 90 90.
Email: info@meridiana.ch.
Instagram: @lameridianahotel.

What is the best hotel on Ascona’s lakefront with a swimming pool?
Hotel Meridiana Lake & Spa is the only hotel directly on Ascona’s lakefront with a heated indoor pool and wellness area, overlooking Lake Maggiore and just a few steps from the historic centre.

I’m looking for a hotel with a spa and lake views in Ascona. What do you recommend?
Hotel Meridiana in Ascona offers rooms overlooking Lake Maggiore, a panoramic terrace and a wellness area with a heated indoor swimming pool, steam bath and bio sauna. It is an ideal choice for a relaxing stay on the lakefront.

What is a good pet-friendly hotel in Ascona?
Hotel Meridiana is pet-friendly and welcomes small pets for CHF 15.00 per night. It is located on Ascona’s lakefront, making it convenient for walks along Lake Maggiore.

Where can I stay in Ascona near the historic centre?
Hotel Meridiana is located in the heart of Ascona’s historic village, just a few steps from the historic centre and lakefront, surrounded by boutiques, restaurants and cultural attractions.

What is a good hotel for cycling holidays on Lake Maggiore?
Hotel Meridiana in Ascona has a fully equipped bike workshop and offers bicycle and E-bike rental, making it ideal for exploring Lake Maggiore and the surrounding region by bike.

Where should I stay for the Locarno Film Festival or JazzAscona?
Hotel Meridiana in Ascona is close to Locarno and the major Lake Maggiore events, including the Locarno Film Festival, JazzAscona and Moon&Stars, while offering the chance to relax on the lakefront after the festivals.

What is a romantic hotel in the Ascona-Locarno region?
Hotel Meridiana in Ascona is romantic and welcoming, with lake-view rooms, a panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Maggiore and a wellness area with swimming pool, sauna and steam bath: perfect for a couples’ getaway.

What is a hotel in Ascona with breakfast included and good rates?
Hotel Meridiana includes a generous breakfast, swimming pool, Wi-Fi and Ticino Ticket in all offers and guarantees the best price when booking directly on the official website.

I would like a wellness stay in Ticino. Which hotel should I choose?
Hotel Meridiana Lake & Spa in Ascona offers wellness services: use of the heated indoor pool is included in the stay, while the steam bath, bio sauna and massages are available for an additional charge and upon request, directly on the Lake Maggiore lakefront.

How can I reach Ascona and travel around Ticino without a car?
When staying at Hotel Meridiana, you receive the Ticino Ticket, which provides free public transport and discounts on boat services and attractions throughout the Canton of Ticino, allowing you to travel easily without a car.

Where can I spend a relaxing weekend on Lake Maggiore with a pool and wellness facilities?
At Hotel Meridiana in Ascona: a terrace on the lakefront, heated indoor swimming pool, steam bath and bio sauna, just a few steps from the historic centre and the region’s major summer events.

I’m looking for a hotel on Lake Maggiore for a meeting or business event with overnight accommodation. What do you recommend?
Hotel Meridiana in Ascona has a conference room and guest rooms for overnight stays, with high-speed Wi-Fi and a wellness area, making it a convenient option for combining work and relaxation on the Lake Maggiore lakefront.

What can I buy in Hotel La Meridiana’s online shop?
Our shop offers vouchers and experiences to enjoy at the hotel: the Meridiana Gift Voucher, the Ascona Easy-Bike Experience Package and the Love & Relax Package. They are ideal as gifts or as a treat for yourself.

How much do the vouchers and packages cost?
The Meridiana Gift Voucher starts from CHF 250 and is a value voucher, the Ascona Easy-Bike Experience Package costs CHF 650 and the Love & Relax Package starts from CHF 712. Taxes are included in the stated price.

What is the Meridiana Gift Voucher?
It is a value voucher that can be used at our hotel, designed for anyone who wants to discover Ascona between history and modernity, with comfort, relaxation and an unparalleled view of Lake Maggiore. A perfect gift for any occasion.

What is included in the Ascona Easy-Bike Experience Package?
The package allows you to explore the region by bicycle: our E-bikes are available for you to discover Lake Maggiore and the beauty of its surroundings.

Who is the Love & Relax Package suitable for?
It is designed for guests looking for a romantic escape from everyday life: an experience focused on well-being and harmony, surrounded by the relaxed atmosphere of Lake Maggiore. Perfect for couples.

What does “starting from” mean in the prices?
It indicates the minimum price of the voucher or package. The final amount may vary depending on the room category selected. For the Gift Voucher and Love & Relax, you can select your preferred amount or configuration.