The story of "La Rocca"
It was an old, small and sleepy house when in 1978 Dorothée and Felix Krähenmann took over the management of the Garni "La Rocca", then called "Casa Bianca" and later "Casa Mimosa degli amanti della natura". A romantic garden surrounded the house with its ancient rooms, some of which had small balconies. There was only one shower on the floor and a shared bathroom; the rooms had only one washbasin.
Everything took place in the simple but practical kitchen. In one corner was the office and in the other the host personally cooked his good home cooking, much appreciated by the hotel's guests. Over the years, this old building, built in 1927, has given rise to some wonderful and professional ideas. Dorothée and Felix have worked tirelessly and with constant dedication. Annual renovations, sometimes major, have transformed this jewel over time. Thanks to a lots and loyal guests, they were able to realise their plans and create the atmosphere of an elegant 4-star hotel in Ticino. This was confirmed by the Swiss Hotel Association in 1994. In 2012, to the delight of the family, the youngest son took over the management with great idealism and continues to carry on the "legacy" with remarkable commitment. Renovations have already begun; plans are being drawn up and La Rocca is looking to the future with optimism.
Since 2019, La Rocca has been restructured into an independent joint-stock company, and a professional advisory board has been established to prepare for the future. We are now in the middle of detailed planning for the renovation of La Rocca; at the end of 2027, a chapter of the current La Rocca will close, as a very extensive renovation project involves a complete refurbishment, which will make the new La Rocca shine in enchanting splendour and offer guests a year-round open hotel with everything a guest could desire. The new La Rocca will feature an indoor infinity pool with views of the Brissago Islands, a Turkish bath, a sauna, a relaxation area and a treatment room for beauty treatments and massages. The restaurant will be located on the roof of the hotel, where a lobby and a cosy lounge with a panoramic view of Lake Maggiore will take our guests' breath away. All hotel rooms will once again offer a unique view of the lake, with spacious balconies and full room service. In addition, each room will have a spacious bathroom with a view of Lake Maggiore. With the stylish touch of Dorothée Krähenmann, the rooms will be furnished with special attention to individual design, with an eye for welcoming yet high quality design. The new La Rocca will be your home, where you'll want to stay and never leave. The reopening is scheduled for March 2030, just in time for the 100th anniversary - don't miss it! Many surprises await you; we look forward to being a unique hotel for our guests, as you have always been.
