Hotel Polo

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Piazza Grande

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Photo gallery for Hotel Polo

Deluxe Room, Patio, Mountain View | Rooftop terrace
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, City View | View from room
Lobby
Property entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Via Buonamano 7, Ascona, 6612
  • Monte Verità
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Piazza Grande
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Old Town
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • 183 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, City View

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room, Patio, Mountain View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, City View

  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Economy Twin Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ascona

Hotel Polo places you within a 10-minute stroll of Galleria Borgo and Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna. This 38-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Fondazione Monte Verita - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Monte Verità - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Old Town - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ascona Beach - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno F.A.R.T Station - 7 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Muraccio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seven Easy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria La Taverna - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Nostrana - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Seven Asia - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Polo

Hotel with a restaurant, near Piazza Grande
Guests staying at Hotel Polo enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a living plant wall. Self parking is available for CHF 20 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a garden and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include hair dryers, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 20 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 20 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Polo

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 10 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.15 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 20 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 20 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Polo Hotel
Hotel Polo Ascona
Hotel Polo Hotel Ascona

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Polo?

Hotel Polo provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Hotel Polo?

This hotel in Ascona is within a 10-minute walk of Galleria Borgo, Museo Comunale d’Arte Moderna, and Ascona Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Monte Verità and Fondazione Monte Verita less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Polo?

Yes, covered parking is offered for CHF 20 per night. Though parking is available on request, electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Hotel Polo have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Polo doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Polo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Polo?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include minibars with free items and park views.

Does Hotel Polo have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Polo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Polo serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant Polo.

Will Hotel Polo allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Polo for a fee of CHF 10 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hotel Polo have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Polo?

The closest major airport to Hotel Polo is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 26.1 mi away (47 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Polo?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy park or mountain views.

Hotel Polo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARINA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luxi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Only a 3*?!

Hotel Polo is beautiful...I can’t believe it’s only 3*! The reception staff were very friendly and helpful, delicious breakfast brought to our table and they even upgraded our room! Great location with free parking. I would 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Mariana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Yes, would book again

Positive: super clean, great location, friendly staff, air conditioner, renewed room with good bed. Negative: parking always occupied, small towels, small shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centrally located, door step from the old town.

Short stay in Ascona. Very friendly and clean. Only hickup was that we had a room on the street side and it was a bit noisy but the rest is very good. Hotel centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr nett empfangen worden, kompetente Antworten auf Fragen. Klare Infos über das Zimmer und Hotel, Frühstück deckte die Wünsche ab. Würden auch sehr höflich wieder verabschieden. Danke für den Aufenthalt. Gerne wieder
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Immer sehr zufrieden und sauber.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rainer, Eschen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verena

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel selber ist eher ein älteres Gebäude...aber die Zimmer sind renoviert. Super schön eingerichtet mit viel Platz und Klimaanlage...gerne wieder
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Sehr nettes Personal, sauberes Zimmer. Sehr gut gelegen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel bien situé à Ascona avec un service impeccable. Le personnel est aux petits soins. Je recommande également le petit déjeuner buffet qui est complet et excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

René

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
für 3 -5 Tage Aufenthalt prima
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024