Hotel Eden Roc

At Hotel Eden Roc, a palm frames Lake Maggiore, with the mountains of the opposite shore behind it.

A week here, month by month

I would choose Eden Roc for days between the lawn, the pools and Lake Maggiore. In winter, though, the resort spa closes and stays are at Marina.

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Is it for you?

For 2, I would choose the Deluxe Suite: I would sit on the lake-facing balcony, leaving the bedroom and sitting room for the warmer hours.

I’d ask for
The Fully Individual Massage: 50 minutes of massage and a 10-minute consultation, CHF 190 on the 2026 spa menu.
Worth knowing
A treatment cancelled less than 24 hours beforehand, or missed, is charged in full.
The Deluxe Suite balcony facing the lake and mountains

Like a regular

The pool and lawn between garden hedges and trees

11 min readHow we write the guide

  1. Heading out on the water

    In the summer season, I would take a kayak or stand-up paddleboard: use is complimentary for guests. I would set off from the hotel shore, then decide whether to stay by the lake or return to the pool.

  2. Getting around without a car

    To explore Ticino in summer, I would ask for one of the e-bikes included with a stay. On a rainy day, I would use the Ticino Ticket for complimentary public transport within the canton.

  3. New Year at Marina

    On 31 December 2026, I would choose Marina for the 6-course menu at CHF 280 per person, or the vegetarian menu at CHF 230. The evening begins at 8pm with an aperitif and continues with live music.

What Eden Roc is

Eden Roc is a Tschuggen Collection resort on Ascona’s lakefront, with different buildings arranged around the garden. Carlo Rampazzi’s interiors range from Marina’s greens and yellows to the suites’ more restrained fabrics. The hotel has its own harbour and watersports school; Ascona’s piazza is about a 5-minute walk away.1234

In the Lumina Guide

Lumina Guide 2027

In the guide also for Casa Epper, Ignaz and Mischa Epper’s home and studio, which became part of the hotel in 2020. Its garden is used for bocce and reading; the house hosts talks, workshops and exhibitions.

Distinctions

How we choose the hotels

The 5 things that matter, as guests tell them

What do Hotel Eden Roc’s guests say? They write it in their reviews, even those who only came for a drink or dinner: we read every one and tell the 5 things that matter, from the location to the bill.

  1. Location

    9 in 10 guests who mention it are happy with it. One guest walks into Ascona and enjoys the quiet garden; another recalls direct lake access.

  2. Room

    8 in 10 guests who mention it are happy with it. One guest cools and darkens the room successfully; another describes a small, dark bathroom and a parking-facing terrace.

  3. Staff and service

    One guest appreciates breakfast staff who know their preferences from the second day; another guest describes restaurants, bars and the dock closed for a wedding during their stay.

  4. Breakfast

    One guest finds breakfast exceptional; another recalls the Eggs Benedict and the quality of the rest of the buffet.

  5. Price

    One guest finds the stay expensive but worth every franc; another describes a hefty price tag.

How we count
Hotel Eden Roc in numbers
WhatGuests’ scoreGuests who mention itHappy
Location9.14093%
Room7.52781%
Staff and service8.46187%
Breakfast8.418100%
Price–540%

85 guests said so on Google, from 4 January 2025 to 15 October 2026. The reviews also include bar and restaurant visits. The other hotels are assessed on the same 5 themes. The score is the average of what they say, from 0 if they speak of it very badly to 10 if they speak of it very well. Where only a few mention something, the score stays close to the guide’s average: a handful of voices does not make a reputation.

The hotels we weigh it against among Ascona five-star hotels:

  • Giardino Ascona
  • Castello del Sole Beach Resort & SPA

Price: for 2, the night of 2 May 2027, from 495 CHF on Google Hotels on 29 October 2026.

The hotel from the lake and pool reflections

From the hotel’s channel: the façade and terraces during the May 2025 reopening celebration, and palms reflected in the pool in an August 2015 film.

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Where to linger

Marina’s dining room, with a chandelier and turquoise glasses

Dinner at Marina

At Marina, I would choose the pumpkin-filled bottoni with Taleggio fondue and pine nuts: CHF 30 on the 9 October 2026 menu. Dinner is served from 6.30pm to 9pm, including during Marina’s winter season.12

The spa entrance lined with blue mosaic

The summer season pools

In summer, the 2,000 m² spa and gym are included with a stay. The connected indoor and outdoor pool is heated to 32°C, and the hydrotherapy pool to 34°C. The water area and gym open from 7am to 8pm; treatments are booked between 9am and 8pm.12

Good to know before you book

  • The main resort opens from 25 March to 24 October 2027. From 25 October 2026 to 25 March 2027, Marina offers 16 rooms and a reading lounge; its heated indoor and outdoor pool remains open.123

  • Colours, furnishings and layout can vary within the same category. Your allocated room may therefore differ from the photograph.1

  • For 12–19 July 2027, 2 adults, Google Hotels shows CHF 789 per night both from the lowest seller and the hotel’s own listing. The quote is for 7 nights booked together; room category, meals and taxes are unspecified.1

  • Weddings and receptions can use the garden, private beach or restaurant terrace, with the hotel’s wedding planner. Banquets accommodate up to 120 guests; meetings and seminars have 3 rooms.1

  • The hotel’s general conditions allow free cancellation until 3 days before arrival from November to March, 21 days in July and August, and 7 days in April, May, June and September. After these deadlines, cancellations, no-shows, late arrivals and early departures may incur the full room charge if the hotel cannot resell the room. Groups have separate conditions.1

  • Marina Credit requires at least 3 nights and includes breakfast and CHF 50 per person per stay to spend at Restaurant Marina & Lounge. The credit expires on departure and cannot be exchanged for cash. The offer is bookable from 25 October to 25 December 2026 and from 19 February to 25 March 2027.1

Choose your room

The yellow-headboard bed beside a wooden cabinet and terraceComfort Single – Marina24 m²Ground-floor terrace facing the mountains or garden; rain shower.View the room The green-headboard bed and patterned armchairsSuperior Double – Marina30–35 m²East- or west-facing garden terrace; wooden flooring.View the room The bed beside the orange wall and green wardrobeComfort Double – Marina30–37 m²North- or west-facing terrace towards a quiet street and the mountains.View the room The outdoor lounger and table, with the lake beyond the hedgeDeluxe Double – Marina30 m²West-facing balcony with a partial lake view; rain shower.View the room The bed and yellow armchair beside striped curtainsSmall Standard Double22 m²In the middle building, with a balcony towards the street and mountains.View the room The bed between 2 lamps, with a table and armchairs by the windowComfort Double30–37 m²In the middle building or Marina; balcony and king-size or twin beds.View the room The white-pillowed bed beside the mirror and deskSuperior Double30 m²In the main building or Marina; some also have a bathtub.View the room The bed and upholstered bench beside floral curtainsDeluxe Double – Partial Lake View30–35 m²Terrace or balcony with a partial lake view; some have a bathtub.View the room The sofa and yellow-orchid table beside lake-facing glass doorsPanorama Double – Lake View40 m²In the main building, with a south-facing balcony and seating area.View the room The Junior Suite bed, with glass doors to the leftJunior Suite – Mountain View60–70 m²In the main or middle building; bathroom with rain shower and bathtub.View the room The bed and armchairs beside lake-facing glass doorsJunior Suite – Lake View50–60 m²Terrace or French balcony facing the lake; rain shower and bathtub.View the room The bed between blue walls, with the bathroom visible through the doorwayOne Bedroom Superior Suite60–70 m²In the middle building, with a west-facing terrace and partial lake view.View the room The bed with a pale cover and lake-facing glass doorsOne Bedroom Deluxe Suite50–75 m²In the main or middle building; bathroom with rain shower and bathtub.View the room Panorama Suite terrace loungers facing the lake and mountainsTwo Bedroom Panorama Suite110 m²In the middle building, with a panoramic terrace and guest toilet.View the room

Getting here

AddressVia Albarelle 16, 6612 Ascona

The transfer from Locarno station is complimentary: give your train’s arrival time when booking or on the day you travel. Check-in is from 3pm and check-out by noon.1

A day in the summer season

In the morning

Breakfast at Eden Roc

In the summer season, I would begin at Eden Roc restaurant, where breakfast runs from 7am to 11am. The stay includes the buffet and à la carte options.

On the lake

Booking a Riva

To go further out, I would book a charter: boats include Riva Aquarama and Riva Rivale. Arrange it with the hotel, separately from complimentary equipment use.

At lunch

La Casetta on the shore

For lunch, I would choose fish and Mediterranean dishes at La Casetta, right on the shore. The restaurant opens for Easter from 25 to 28 March, then reopens on 1 May 2027.

In the afternoon

The Finnish sauna

In the afternoon, I would visit the Finnish sauna at 90°C. Saunas and steam rooms open from 12pm to 8pm, with relaxation areas for breaks in between.

Before dinner

An aperitif at Eden Bar

At Eden Bar, I would ask the bartender for an alcohol-free cocktail and sit on the terrace. From 26 March 2027, the bar opens from 10am until one in the morning, leaving time to return after dinner.

Reviews of Hotel Eden Roc

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Guest voices

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The shower and the hotel’s response

A couple find only scalding water in their shower. In their account of the stay, the manager and front office manager take personal charge of the problem and keep in touch with them.

Google · 2026-05-03Read on Google
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An aperitif alone

A solo traveller visits the bar during AsconaJazz. They order a Nogroni, accompanied by small bites and nuts, and stay to listen to jazz. The review concerns the bar only.

Google · 2026-06-29Read on Google

Before you travel

How much does it cost per night to stay at Hotel Eden Roc?

One night for 2 adults in the main resort season: 12 April 2027, CHF 522; 14 June 2027, CHF 531; 13 September 2027, CHF 540. Room category, meals and taxes unspecified. Prices from Google Hotels, checked on 29 October 2026.

How can I park my vehicle during my stay?

Outdoor parking is complimentary. In winter, Marina’s garage costs CHF 20 per vehicle per night and electric charging CHF 25 per session; reserving the garage is advisable. In the 2027 summer season, the garage costs CHF 45 per day and Type 2 22 kW charging is complimentary for hotel guests.1

What are the rates for children and extra persons sharing a room?

Children aged 3 and under stay free, with a complimentary cot available in every category. Ages 4–11 cost CHF 140 per child per night; ages 12 and over cost CHF 190 per night.1

What age restrictions apply at the Eden Roc Spa?

Children aged 12 and over are welcome in the spa pool area when accompanied by an adult. The sauna area and external day spa visits are for ages 16 and over.1

What spa options are available?

External visits require a reservation and are subject to availability: Evening Spa from 5pm to 8pm, CHF 65; 4-hour Day Spa Light, CHF 85; Day Spa Deluxe with a 50-minute Fully Individual Massage, CHF 250. These day spa visits are unavailable in July and August. These options concern the summer-season spa, rather than Marina’s winter opening.12

Are dogs welcome at Hotel Eden Roc?

Well-behaved dogs are welcome in rooms and Marina restaurant. The charge is CHF 45 per dog per night, excluding food; a blanket and bowls are provided in the room.1

Where can I enjoy dinner as part of the half-board or Dine Around program?

In winter, Marina half-board costs CHF 80 per day for ages 12 and over, for a 4-course dinner excluding drinks; it must be booked for the entire stay. In summer, Dine Around costs CHF 90 per day for ages 12 and over and covers lunch or dinner: a 5-course menu at Eden Roc, or CHF 90 credit at the other restaurants. Drinks are excluded and unused credit expires each day. Children aged 11 and under pay for what they order à la carte.1

Are tourist taxes and VAT included in the room rates?

The hotel’s own rates include VAT; visitor tax of CHF 4.50 per guest per night is charged separately. The basis of the Google quotes shown here remains unspecified.1

Still choosing

The pool and lawns among the buildings, with the lake beyond

Giardino Ascona

The blue pool is surrounded by lawns and terracotta-coloured roofs.

The Dolder Grand from the air at sunset: the turreted 1899 building between its two curved modern wings, on the wooded hillside above Zurich

The Dolder Grand

Curhaus towers above Zurich, art in the corridors and warm water facing the city.

The Belle Époque façade on Rue du Grand-Chêne: red awnings, wrought-iron balconies and the carved gable above the columned entrance porch lettered “Lausanne-Palace”, with flags; the brasserie’s green awning on the left

Lausanne Palace

Lausanne climbs behind the palace; from the right rooms, the lake appears beyond the rooftops.

Steam rising in the morning from the outdoor sports pool, with frost on the shrubs and the garden, the chalet wings with their wooden balconies on the right and rocky peaks against a clear sky on the left

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The palace lit up at blue hour in winter, its towers above the snow-covered chalet roofs of Gstaad, with ski slopes on the mountain behind

Gstaad Palace

The palace Gstaad looks up to, from fondue in an old vault to music at GreenGo.

The Alpine Spa’s outdoor infinity pool at dusk: two bathers at the edge, a lit fountain bowl, and the lake and its shores under a pink and violet sky

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From boat to ridge, Lake Lucerne returns in the view from the warm pool.

The view over the hotel’s roofs in summer: flags over the park, the Schanzengraben canal lined with boats, and Lake Zurich with the Alps on the horizon

Baur au Lac

Johannes Baur opened the hotel in 1844.

The tower and green roofs of Badrutt’s Palace under a pale pink sky, with a Swiss flag and the snow-covered Engadin mountains behind.

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Park Hyatt Zurich exterior seen from above with the city and lake beyond

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Junior suite with a painted ceiling, frescoes and black armchairs beside the bed

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Armchairs, sofas and tables around the Mandarin Lounge fireplace

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Paradeplatz below the windows, tea by the fire

The Schweizerhof façade opposite the station

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The outdoor pool in front of palms and Lake Maggiore
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The pool and lawn between garden hedges and trees
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Marina’s dining room, with a chandelier and turquoise glasses
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The spa entrance lined with blue mosaic
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The yellow-headboard bed beside a wooden cabinet and terrace
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The green-headboard bed and patterned armchairs
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The bed beside the orange wall and green wardrobe
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The outdoor lounger and table, with the lake beyond the hedge
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The bed and yellow armchair beside striped curtains
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The bed between 2 lamps, with a table and armchairs by the window
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The white-pillowed bed beside the mirror and desk
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The bed and upholstered bench beside floral curtains
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The sofa and yellow-orchid table beside lake-facing glass doors
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The Junior Suite bed, with glass doors to the left
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The bed and armchairs beside lake-facing glass doors
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The bed between blue walls, with the bathroom visible through the doorway
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The bed with a pale cover and lake-facing glass doors
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Panorama Suite terrace loungers facing the lake and mountains
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The Deluxe Suite balcony facing the lake and mountains
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The Junior Suite Mountain View sitting area and terrace doorway
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The Panorama Suite sitting room with television and lake-facing windows
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A lounger with striped blanket and magazine
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