A small hotel (17 rooms only) covering the ground floor of a 5-storey apartment block, hence bedrooms do not have great views. They are plainly furnished but have exceptionally good cupboards and hanging space. Large, comfortable beds. The owner, Mr Fuchs, is very much to the fore and sets energetic example to hard-working and attentive staff. Large swimming pool -... More

In 1998, I accompanied a friend to Europe for two weeks. My friend is the epitome of the 'Ugly American', insisting that we be treated as royalty no matter where we were in England, France or Switzerland. Upon arriving at the Hotel Asco Lago, we learned that our reservation had been lost. My English-speaking-only friend raised his voice and caused... More

In my 35th year I accompanied a friend to Europe. The fourth day of the two-week vacation found us in Ascona, on Lago Maggiore. We stayed three nights at the Hotel Ascolago, which were the best of the entire trip! The staff at the hotel had lost our reservation, made months in advance, but worked quickly to prepare a room... More