Sound like a very good possibility; the ignition switch or barrel has failed, that way it cannot start the car and the other accessories won't work. This thread should be helpful:
http://newbeetle.org/forums/questions-issues-concerns-problems-new-beetle/87505-issues-starting.html
http://newbeetle.org/forums/questions-issues-concerns-problems-new-beetle/87505-issues-starting.html