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Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA

4.0 of 5
Via delle Vigne 149, Minusio 6648, Switzerland
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Tamworth, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

I have been very fortunate to stay here a few times on business. and its better than good - Its out of the centre but with great facilities and grounds makes this one of my favourite hotels . The spa is always ready to use and the pool is lovely in the summer.

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
21 March 2013

Dear Guest, thank you very much for your positive review on TripAdvisor. We are very happy to hear that you had a great stay with us at the Esplanade Hotel Resort & Spa. We look forward to welcoming you back, maybe also for a pleasure trip. With best regards, ESPLANADE HOTEL RESORT & SPA Member of Private Selection Hotels More

Winterthur, Zurich, Switzerland
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

one of the most beautiful hotel gardens of the Ascona/Locarno region... (especially as the Grand Hotel Locarno has been closed down since some years now...) ... Excellent value for money, compared to other hotels in the same category the Esplanade is a real bargain! The staff is extremely friendly and welcoming - I have spent a single weekend there and... More

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
3 September 2012

Dear Guest, Gruezi Regula, Thank you very much for your review and we are pleased to read that you enjoyed your sunny and relaxing weekend with us. We are glad to read that you could utilise on all our services and especially enjoyed our "Tessiner Abend"- every friday- and that our employees have been available to fullfill your expectations. We... More

Frankfurt, Germany
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012

Visiting Ticino for another time, we stayed at our favorite hotel again. The Esplanade is a very well run hotel, combining the charm of a 'Grand Hotel' of the '50s & '60s of the last century, with the service and amenities of a modern, elegant and not overdone luxury hotel. It is the perfect touch base to go for hiking,... More

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Tessalgroup, Geschäftsführer at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
29 August 2012

Dear Guest, It was a great pleasure having you with us again during these fantastic summer days. We are glad to read that you made most of your stay by taking a good balance between visiting the beautiful area of Ticino and Lago Maggiore but on the other hand by relaxing in our gardens and facilities. Hopefully we see you... More

Bern, Switzerland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2012

The Esplanade is our favourite hotel in Ticino. The hotel is perfectly situated for visits to both the Maggia and Versasca valleys as well as Locarno, Ascona and the lake. The owners and management are clearly very proud of their hotel, and this is reflected in the beautiful grounds, spacious public areas, professional staff and spotless, comfortable rooms. We always... More

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
20 August 2012

Dear Guest, Gruezie Clairfair! Thank you very much for your comments and we are honoured to have you as one of our repeating customers. Certainly the location is very convinient for exploring the area- and we are pleased to read that you are taking our rich breakfast buffet for an excellent start of the day! For next time we would... More

Dublin, Ireland
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2012

The Esplanade is a well run hotel with very good spa facilities. The food is the best I have ever had in a hotel of this nature and is correctly sourced, local and seasonal. The breakfast caters for everyone, low fat, soya, plenty of cereals, nuts, home made jams and breads along with free range eggs and artisan cheese. The... More

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11 July 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for this review and it was a great pleasure to have you with us during your Holidays. We highly appreciate your comments about our employees and Restaurant. We believe that breakfast is the most important meal during the day and are happy now that we could fulfill or even exceed your expectations. We are... More

Naperville, Illinois
Contributor
14 reviews 14 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012

Stayed with a group of six women for three nights and enjoyed great service and wonderful food. The setting and views of the lake are gorgeous. Veronica at the front desk went out of her way to help us and spoke excellent English. She helped us with directions, helped us retrieve a lost wallet left on the bus (with everything... More

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
30 May 2012

Dear guest, Thank you very much for your review and your kind words for our employees. It is our major aim to provide personalised services and we are very happy to read that we have been able to exceed your expectations. We have forwarded your comments internally and I am convineced our Reception will motivate this to step out of... More

Zurich, Switzerland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

Terrific location and view and exceptional personal service. It was wonderfully relaxing.

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
15 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for staying with us - and we are very pleased that you enjoyed your time with us. Hopefully we will have the honour welcoming you soon again. ESPLANADE HOTEL RESORT & SPA Member of Private Selection Hotels More

Finland
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11 reviews 11 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2011

Simply loved this hotel because of its ambience, pool, spa area, garden, lake view, service and private location. No problem with parking. Reception was friendly and kind, different maps and hotel cards available, also some fruit and water free of charge. Hotel has shown great attention to details. Single rooms with garden view little bit noisy because of lift close... More

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Tessalgroup, Leiter Front Office at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
4 October 2011

Dear guest, Thank you very much for your review. We are very pleased to read your positive remarks and are very happy that you had an enjoyable time. It would be a great honour if we could really welcome you with us again - maybe you would also like to follow our Hotel and News on facebook so you are... More

Center
Top Contributor
208 reviews 208 reviews
121 hotel reviews
Reviews in 122 cities Reviews in 122 cities
70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 September 2011

This is an old, charming palace that has been renovated without the intention of keeping luxury standards. Furnitures, fabrics, curtains, bathroom do not match a 4/5 stars hotel, to my opinion. Still, location, view, garden, pool make this hotel a nice place to stay. You may then argue on the price you're charged: this is Switzerland's standard fee range -sometimes... More

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
8 September 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time and sharing your experience during your stay. Unfortunately your stay was in November last year, so you could not experience our recent and ongoing renovations of the property. We hope we will have the chance to welcome you again in 2012 as again during the coming winter months January and... More

Zürich
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011

Service, Food and the swimming pool are perfect, stile of furniture could be better!

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Tessalgroup, Manager at Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA, responded to this review
25 August 2011

Thank you Stefan, we appreciate your comments and are honoured you enjoyed your time. Hope to see you soon again! Best regards Hotel Esplanade Resort & SPA More

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Additional Information about Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA

Also Known As:
Esplanade Hotel Resort And Spa
Esplanade Hotel Minusio
Hotel Esplanade
Address: Via delle Vigne 149, Minusio 6648, Switzerland
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Region: Switzerland > Swiss Alps > Ticino > Lake Maggiore > Minusio
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Minusio
#1 Family Hotels in Minusio
#2 Luxury Hotels in Minusio
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Esplanade Hotel Resort & SPA set in lush exotic grounds, rises up majestically above Minusio, a peaceful, sun-drenched area of Locarno, Switzerland, just 300 metres from Lago Maggiore. ... more   less 
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