The rooms are cozy, comfortable and exceptionally clean. The distinguishing feature of the Osteria Ascona is its attentive and cordial staff. You may think that the people who host your room don't matter, but in Ascona (and most anywhere) the people are the difference between a good stay and a memorably wonderful experience. The coffe at breakfast is perfect. The included continental breakfast is basic but sufficient. Grazie Luciano and staff! The beds were noticibly comfortable. Memory foam, I believe,

Entering the rooms through a dark and creepy side alley is offputting (though there's ample light once you reach the stairs). A solar light at the corner would help. An available plug by the bed is wanting.

Fantastic place for our family to stay. The staff was exceptional and the room was so spacious and comfortable. The air conditioning helped so much in the heat with a small baby. They provided a cot for us and always made sure we had everything we needed. The location is great, not far from the main part of town but far enough so you really don't hear anything. The blinds helped so much with the sound at night and the bright heat during the day. I was really nervous traveling with our baby for the first time from England, but the main woman working at the hotel (and the restaurant!) was so helpful and kind. She works nonstop and really does an incredible job. I highly recommend staying here!

Just note that there are many stairs to the apartment. Not terrible, just heavy to carry luggage and baby stuff. Not a deal breaker for us, but if this is something you struggle with this might not be the place for you.

Great breakfast with fantastic view and very nice staff. Rooms situated immediately above restaurant with separat entrance. Rooms not very big but with great view, ac, and CLEAN. Management/reception very nice and accommodating. Happy to recommend to anyone looking for a great value staying here.

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Location is perfect! The room was very clean with lake view. The staff were very nice and friendly, and took extra step to accommodate and prepare breakfast for me due to my conference time schedule, which made my stay even more enjoyable!

Extremely cute building in such a favourable and calm location, the room was simple but cozy and perfect to just come back to when tired and in need for a nap or to spend the one night.

There’s nothing we particularly did not like, it was just unfortunate that the restaurant there is undergoing renovation and therefore was closed. It will be something to try for the next time.

The room is tidy and has windows over the full width. This, in combination with its orientation to the south, means you get to enjoy a beautiful sunrise AND sunset over the lake! Staff is very friendly and helpful, we recommend you book your stay here.

Comfortable simple room, hearty breakfast, great location next to the promenade, easy to find, wonderful restaurant for dinner. We stayed during a slow period so there was lots of open public parking in front.

Warmth and helpfulness of our hostess, Daniela. Cleanliness and organization of our room. Proximity to the jazz festival and shops; so easy to walk everywhere.

The location is perfect and the room is clean.

It is a bit noisy. The room is probably not sound proofing.

The location is absolutely superb. Very clean room, quite specious for a single, lake view (although first one sees car park, lake bit further), good breakfast (with eggs and yoghurt).

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