BAIA Restaurant on Lake Lugano – Culinary delights with a view
Mediterranean cuisine, Ticino specialities and a panoramic view right by the water’s edge: discover the BAIA Restaurant at the Tresa Bay Hotel in Ponte Tresa.
Fondue Chinoise - All You Can Eat
Every Saturday – 17 October – 19 December 2026
Look forward to four types of meat, 14 homemade sauces, rice, baked potatoes, grilled vegetables and delicious side dishes
Self-service buffet
CHF 44.- per person
A restaurant where the lake is right at your table
The BAIA Restaurant is situated directly on the shores of Lake Lugano in the bay of Ponte Tresa. Here, the view, hospitality and a cuisine that remains deliberately simple, fresh and balanced come together. Whether for a dinner for two, a stay at the hotel or a special occasion – the experience begins with the view across the water.
What makes Restaurant BAIA special
From its lakeside location to its seasonal cuisine: discover the elements that make your visit to Restaurant BAIA special.
Right by the water
Panoramic views of Lake Lugano and a setting that makes every moment of the day special.
Seasonal & regional
A preference for regional ingredients and seasonal recommendations.
Special occasions
From birthday parties to corporate dinners – culinary options for small and large groups.
- Directly on the shores of Lake Lugano
- Panoramic views of the water and mountains
- A relaxed, refined atmosphere
- Ideal for dinner with a view
Relax and enjoy the view
At Restaurant BAIA, you’ll not only enjoy your dinner but also one of the most beautiful settings right on the shores of Lake Lugano. The restaurant is situated on the shore in the bay of Ponte Tresa, just a few metres from the Swiss-Italian border. The atmosphere is welcoming, refined and relaxed – ideal for enjoyable evenings with a view.
Mediterranean cuisine with a regional flair
Our guests can look forward to authentic cuisine that remains deliberately simple whilst being carefully selected. Fresh ingredients and, where possible, ‘Km 0’ produce form the basis of many dishes. Seasonal dishes and matching wines round off the culinary experience by the lake.
- Mediterranean cuisine
- Ticino specialities
- fresh ingredients
- preference for regional produce
- seasonal recommendations
- Breakfast included in your stay
- Half-board with a 3-course menu
- Special rate for direct bookings
- A delightful addition to your stay
Breakfast and half-board for hotel guests
For guests at the Tresa Bay Hotel, breakfast is included in their stay. In the evening, you can enjoy half-board with a three-course menu at a special rate when booking directly. This makes the BAIA restaurant an integral part of your break on Lake Lugano.
Special occasions in a stylish setting
Whether it’s a birthday party, a corporate dinner or a wedding: the BAIA restaurant offers catering solutions for groups of various sizes. From aperitifs and buffets to served dinners, a range of formats can be tailored to your needs – for 10, 50 or up to 120 people.
- Packages for private celebrations
- Corporate dinners and group events
- Aperitifs, buffets or sit-down dinners
- For small and larger parties
Opening hours
The BAIA Restaurant is open daily and serves dinner from 6.00 pm. Subject to change.
Open daily – evening service from 6.00 pm
A culinary delight by the lake – even without staying at the hotel
Whether you’re a hotel guest, looking for dinner with a view or planning a special occasion: Restaurant BAIA combines its location, cuisine and hospitality to create a harmonious experience on Lake Lugano.
