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About this property
Located 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 cozy ambiance.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jorge
Switzerland“Good location. Only 5 minutes to bus station and lake promenade, ships pier. Very quiet surrounding. Good breakfast. Several types of bread, Eggs prepared right away for you. Enough to cope what a breaksfast mud thave.” - Kurt
United States“Wonderful place. Well located, quaint hotel. Staff is extra friendly and helpful. Small hotel, in a wonderful way. Good breakfast included with the room. Great sized room. Great location. We would absolutely stay here again.” - Stephan Switzerland“great boutique hotel with a very nice staff. breakfast was very nice and we got a great service. The room was very spacious and comfortable. we will come back.”
- Anonymous United States“Everything! The proximity to the lake and restaurants, awesome breakfast, quiet and romantic. Even got a drink coupon for the wine bar that’s next to the hotel!”
- Teodora Switzerland“The lady at the reception ans the clean and spacious rooms”
- Catarina
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“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...” 
Raphaela Switzerland“The location is fantastic and the room for a family spacious.”- Barbara
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“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.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Ristorante Antica Posta
- CuisineItalian • Seafood • Local • European • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
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 656 feet 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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
