Boutique-Hotel Antica Posta

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.7

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About this property

Situated in the heart of Ascona’s Old Town, Albergo Antica Posta is only steps away from the promenade at Lago Maggiore and 15 minutes from the beach. Free WiFi is available. This historic Ticino house, built in 1626, offers rooms with a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with hairdryer. Breakfast and dinner are served in the romantic courtyard. In winter, the open fireplace in the restaurant of the Antica Posta provides for a cosy ambiance.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Ascona, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

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Guests who stayed here loved

Teodora
Switzerland Switzerland
“The lady at the reception ans the clean and spacious rooms”
Catarina
Portugal Portugal
“The staff is very friendly! The breakfast was amazing and the location very central. It’s a cozy, family like property and the rooms are spacious and comfortable.”
Helene
Netherlands Netherlands
“We truely loved being in hotel Antica Posta in the center of Ascona, only 1 minute from the lake and 1 minute from the Municipal Museum of Modern Art. Very friendly and helpful team, great beds, super nice breakfast - ask for your favorite omelet...”
Barbara
Australia Australia
“Giada, Ivana and staff were exceptionally friendly, professional and helpful! The room was well appointed and hotel located right in the old town, minutes from the square, restaurants and shopping (and the welcome drink was sure appreciated!)...”
Helene
France France
“Beautiful hotel with charm, a wonderful outdoor patio, incredibly nice hosts, delicious breakfast. I like the authenticity of the old post and the perfect location.”
Miguel
Switzerland Switzerland
“Great location, excellent breakfast and very friendly service!”
Stephan
Switzerland Switzerland
“The staff was extremely friendly and had super service. Everything was easy and well taken care of.”
Kellen
Australia Australia
“Staff were very friendly from the get go. We were given a free drink each to enjoy in the very nice courtyard, as well as a very generous breakfast buffet. The room was spacious, and the location was great.”
Pia
Australia Australia
“Small & friendly, exceptional position and friendly accomodating staff. The restaurant was fantastic with a wonderful 1600s authentic room and the food was the best we had in Ascona.”
Anonymous
Switzerland Switzerland
“Location in the center of old Ascona, close to the lake and with easy parking. Welcome at reception was excellent and room size huge. Breakfast and service was amazingly good. I'll be staying here if possible again next time in Ascona.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Ristorante Antica Posta
  • Cuisine
    Italian • Seafood • Local • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Boutique-Hotel Antica Posta takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
CHF 15 per child, per night
4 - 7 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per child, per night
8 - 14 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 70 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Albergo Antica Posta is located in the pedestrian area of Ascona. When arriving by car and you reach Ascona, drive all straight until the post office. There, you will find two plugs designating the pedestrian area. Press on the white button and announce yourself as a hotel guest. The police will let you drive through.The hotel is located about 200 meters from there, on the left hand side, just after the boutique of Farfalla. It is a green house with two olive trees.

Please note that the city tax includes the Ticino Ticket. It offers free benefits and discounts in the Canton of Ticino, including free use of train and bus services. For more details, please contact the property directly.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.