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Giardino Ascona
Ascona, Switzerland · Giardino · High Luxury
Lake Maggiore warmth reaches deep into this garden resort, from rooms with balconies or terraces to the indoor and outdoor pools of dipiù Spa. Giardino Ascona adds serious appetite: ECCO Ascona carries two Michelin stars under Reto Brändli, while Hide & Seek turns toward Mediterranean flavors beside the water-lily pond. Golf, yoga and Giardino bicycles broaden the days beyond the table.
- 71 rooms
- Opened 1986
- Rooms from 269 sq ft (25 m²)
About Giardino Ascona
- The hotel was built in 1986 with Tuscan architectural references and now has 71 rooms and suites.
- ECCO Ascona holds two Michelin stars and is led by chef Reto Brändli.
- Entry-level rooms start at 269 sq ft (25 m²).
Restaurants and bars
- Restaurant ECCO Ascona — Restaurant · Mediterranean · Two MICHELIN Stars
Experiences
- Lobster evening — Weekly Friday evening with a whole lobster prepared three ways within a light four-course menu.
- Argentine Night — Three Friday evenings in autumn 2026 with a tango introduction, Argentine specialities, fine wines and a musical journey from 1930s tangos to today.
- Bloom and Grow Retreat — Three-day retreat 27-29 August 2026 with yoga, breathwork and mindfulness alongside the dipiù Spa and cuisine; can be joined without a stay.
- ECCO under the Stars — Summer tavolata in the garden on 15 August 2026 with caviar and oyster stations, champagne and a four-course menu at Restaurant ECCO Ascona.
- Spanish Nights at the Giardino — Summer garden evenings on 14 July, 28 July and 11 August 2026 with DJ music, tapas, paella buffet, cocktails and Spanish wines.
- Summer night BBQ — Garden barbecue on 22 July 2026 with grilled specialities and live music by Tanya Michelle Smith.
Amenities
- Giardino garden
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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