We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Engelberg, Switzerland. We have also included hotels in historic properties, palaces, resorts, historic villas, chalets and beautiful country residences. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Beautiful. Great views. Château Gütsch is set in a 19th-century castle, overlooking the town of Lucerne and Lake Lucerne, with views to the Rigi Mountain. The interior was renovated and designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard. Free WiFi access is available. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV cable, a free minibar, and a bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant offers Mediterranean and regional cuisine. In summer, guests can enjoy their meals with panoramic views on the restaurant's terrace. A wide range of selected wines and cocktails are available at the bar. Château Gütsch features a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk, and luggage storage. 1 electric vehicle charging station and 2 Tesla charging stations, as well as parking are available on site. The hotel is 1.4 km from the Chapel Bridge, 1.5 km from Lucerne Station, and 1.7 km from the Lion Monument. Zurich Airport is 49 km away.Show full description
Château Gütsch is a historic castle turned hotel situated on Gütsch hill. With a rich history dating back to 1859, this unique accommodation offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Located in Thun, 29 km from Bärengraben, Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. Guest rooms in Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel are equipped with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. Guests at Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Thun, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The property is allergy-free and is set 30 km from Bern Clock Tower. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer mountain views. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, vegetarian or vegan options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving French, Mediterranean and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Münster Cathedral is 30 km from the hotel, while House of Parliament Bern is 30 km away. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Basel Airport, 129 km from Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel.Show full description
Schloss Schadau, a magnificent 19th-century castle hotel in Thun, Switzerland, is nestled on the shores of Lake Thun, offering breathtaking mountain views. With a romantic ambiance, it houses a delightful restaurant with outdoor seating.
Charming. Friendly staff. Located at the foot of the ski slopes, Historic Hotel Falken was one of the first hotels in the Jungfrau region. It offers a music room, a terrace and guided walks. Dating back to 1895, Falken Hotel preserves the charming features of its original turn-of-the-century interiors and is part of the Swiss Historic Hotels. The comfortable bedrooms have been decorated with traditional furniture and antique carpets. All of them offer views of the Jungfrau Massif or across the village. The cosy lounge bar and elegant restaurant feature antique furniture, historic drawings and stained glass windows. At the dining room, guests can enjoy delicious national specialities and fine wines, while the beautiful music room offers piano concerts in the evening. Half-board is also available and it includes breakfast and a 4-course dinner. During wintertime, Historic Hotel Falken organises guided walks and snowshoeing tours in the area, and the ice skating rink is located just 100 metres away.Show full description
Hotel Falken is a charming and cozy historic hotel. It provides a unique experience with its old-fashioned charm and character. Guests can indulge in the restaurant, bar, music room, and terrace.
Elegant. Amazing pool. Popular among couples. The luxurious Park Hotel Vitznau right at the banks of Lake Lucerne has been entirely renovated in 2012 and 2013 and features its own private beach, 2 restaurants, a large spa area and free garage parking. Each of the suites and residences has been individually designed and offers 24-hour room service, free WiFi, a Nespresso Coffee Machine and a tea maker. Spa facilities include various saunas and steam baths, an ice grotto, a hot tub, as well as indoor and outdoor pools. A wide range of gourmet dishes is served in the 2 restaurants of Park Hotel Vitznau, which have an inviting lake-view terrace. Moreover you can select from fine wines from all over the world stored in 6 wine cellars on site. A free shuttle service to the Rigi Cable Car is provided by the hotel. The Küssnacht Train Station is 13 km and Lucerne is 26 km away.Show full description
Great location. Stay at the historic, half-timbered Hotel Rebstock dating from the 14th century, surrounded by a lot of contemporary art, where the people of Lucerne too enjoy wining and dining. Hotel Rebstock is one of just 16 Unique&Historical Hotels in Switzerland, located in the centre of Lucerne, next to the famous Hof Church. . Show full description
Hotel Rebstock stands out from other hotels due to its charming and historic ambiance. Housed in a half-timbered building with a turret, the hotel dates back to the 14th century. The surrounding area is filled with contemporary art, creating a unique atmosphere.
Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Surrounded by extensive gardens, Schloss Hünigen is a historic castle dating from the 16th century located in the scenic Emmental Valley, a 20-minute drive from Bern and Thun. It offers you modern and historic-style rooms, gourmet cuisine, a spa area, free WiFi and free parking. Typical Swiss and International cuisine as well as selected wines can be enjoyed in the Rosarium restaurant of Hotel Schloss Hünigen. A wide range of cultural and culinary events make the substantial offer of Hotel Schloss Hünigen complete. Whichever room you choose, you will have free access to the spa area and will find a bottle of mineral water and fruits of the season provided upon arrival. Whether on the terrace, surrounded by 3’500 roses, or in the restaurant, the chef will pamper you with gourmet dishes based on local ingredients. After a busy day, the hotel bar as well as the smokers lounge offer a relaxing place for spending the evening. The spa area includes a bio sauna, a Turkish steam bath and a hot tub. The Stalden i. E. Train Station is ideal for those arriving by public transportation.Show full description
Luxurious. Great SPA. Located on the Bürgenberg, 450 metres above Lake Lucerne in the canton of Nidwalden and close to Lucerne, Bürgenstock Hotels & Resorts - Palace Hotel offers accommodation in 109 classic yet modern rooms and suites. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, the latest modern furnishings in terms of design, a seating area and private bathroom equipped with a bathtub or a shower. A terrace or balcony are featured in all rooms and guests will find bathrobes and slippers. The hotel features its own fine dining restaurant – Ritzcofier, its own lounge, Salon 1903 and a unique Museum corridor – a very high attraction featuring the iconic history of the Bürgenstock Resort. There are 9 other restaurants and bars located in walking distance to the resort which offer a wide range of cuisines from around the world. Located at walking distance is also the 10,000 m² Alpine Spa featuring an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, a fitness room and different saunas. The Resort features its own Kids Club, which welcomes children between 3 – 12 years of age. You can play tennis or golf at this hotel, and the area is popular for mountain biking and hiking. Europe's highest outdoor lift, the Hammetschwand lift, is located nearby. Hotel guests can access the Bürgenstock Boat Shuttle as well as a funicular from and to Lucerne during their entire stay free of charge.Show full description
Beach front location. Charming. Nice surroundings. Overlooking Lake Lucerne, Gasthaus Tübli Gersau is a carefully renovated, historic guesthouse dating from 1767. It offers free WiFi. The quiet rooms are furnished in a traditional Swiss style and feature cable TV. Located at the foot of Mount Rigi, Gasthaus Tübli is only 200 metres from the bus stop and the ferry port of Gersau. Free private parking is available.Show full description
Elegant. Friendly staff. Hotel Regina occupies a Victorian-style building dating from 1894 in the heart of car-free Wengen, which can only be reached by train and offers 2 restaurants, a large lobby with a fireplace, a piano bar and a spa area. The rooms offer panoramic views over the mountains of the Jungfrau area, the Lauterbrunnen Valley, and the village. The suites have luxurious ambience. The restaurant serves à la carte dishes and degustation menus. A traditional and international à la carte dishes and daily meals as well as a selection of fine wines are provided. The property offers a wellness area with a sauna and a hammam. During winter, 44 lifts and cable cars are available in the 3 regions Grindelwald-First, Kleine Scheidegg-Männlichen and Mürren-Schilthorn. In summer, the area around Wengen features many hiking and mountain bike trails.Show full description
It is housed in a beautiful Victorian-style building from 1894. The hotel has warm and elegant rooms and suites, some with balconies or terraces that provide stunning views of the Jungfrau-Aletsch region.
Close to beach front. Stunning pool facilities. Situated in the village Morschach above Lake Lucerne, Swiss Holiday Park Resort is the largest holiday and leisure resort in Switzerland and is surrounded by mountains and lush meadows. It offers stunning views of the lake and of the Alps and features a wide range of leisure activities, spa facilities and restaurants. The resort consists of several buildings with different accommodation options. There are modern hotel rooms with flat-screen TVs, simply furbished hostel rooms with bunk beds and apartments with fully equipped kitchens. The extensive spa area is free of charge to guests and features an adventure pool, 2 spectacular water slides, an area for toddlers, a hot tub, a white water channel, climbing rocks, Individual offers cost extra: various saunas, a salt water pool and a salt water hot tub. Various indoor and outdoor sports and games can be enjoyed and a fitness centre is available. For children, there is an adventure farm with petting animals, a supervised kid's club and a special children's buffet. Baby sitting services can be arranged and equipment for toddlers can be provided upon request. Three restaurants are on site the Swiss Holiday Park Resort. Different types of cuisine are served at each venue. The Schwiizer Stube offers seasonal Swiss cuisine and wines, while the Restaurant Panorama with its views of the surrounding Alps serves international dishes. The Il Gusto features pizza and pasta specialties. In the adventure bath, guests can also savour snacks and drinks at the Neptun snack bar and the Travellers Bar and the Fun Factory serve a variety of drinks. A wide array of mountains, lakes, museums, cities and leisure activities for families can be reached in the surroundings. In winter, a small ski lift with ski slopes for children and a toboggan run is featured in the resort. The valley station of the car-free Stoos Ski Area can be reached in a 4-minute drive, and in winter, the resort provides a free shuttle service for guests. A ski storage room is available at the hotel and guests can also buy ski passes there.Show full description
This hotel has a great beach front location, lovely pool facilities and great tennis facilities!
Beach front location. Luxurious. Nice SPA. The Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa enjoys a privileged and picturesque location in Interlaken, between 2 beautiful lakes at the foot of the eternally snow-capped Jungfrau. The exclusive 5,500 m² Victoria Jungfrau Spa is equipped with a pool, a sauna, and a steam room, Fitness, sports, and health coaching are also offered. Additionally, the NESCENS spa comprises a luxurious private spa for 2 and a cosy spa bar serving healthy spa cuisine. All rooms have a distinctive design and décor, ranging from classic to contemporary. Elegant interiors and spacious marble bathrooms complement the designs. Views extend to the Jungfrau, over the rooftops of Interlaken, or the nearby Harder. There are three restaurants at the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa. In the restaurant La Terrasse Brasserie, a modern and relaxed ambience meets authentic brasserie cuisine. Lovers of Italian gastronomy enjoy various Italian specialities such as fresh pizza from the stone oven as well as a selection of Italian wines at Ristorante e Pizzeria Sapori. For those who would like to be taken on a gourmet journey, we can recommend our newly opened 17-point Gault Millau fine dining restaurant Radius - By Stefan Beer, where regional products are prepared in a unique way at the highest level. Make your family vacation unforgettable with our hotel's exciting kids club “Bienehuus”. Our supervised play areas and fun activities will keep your children entertained and engaged while you relax and enjoy your stay. With our trained staff providing a safe environment, you can take some time for yourself knowing your kids are in good hands. The Victoria Jungfrau also features a sun terrace overlooking the Jungfrau Massif and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.Show full description
This historic and luxurious five-star hotel in Interlaken, Switzerland, combines old-world charm with modern comforts. Set amidst the stunning Alps, it provides breathtaking views of the Jungfrau.
Great value. Free WiFi and limited free parking are available. All rooms at the property are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a bathroom. Some include a balcony and/or a view of the palace. The historic centre of Brig-Glis can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Many restaurants are situated in the immediate vicinity.Show full description
The Schlosshotel is a charming hotel situated above the old town. It provides down-to-earth rooms with palace views, creating a unique and picturesque atmosphere. Guests can unwind in the lounge or garden, and the self check-in feature adds convenience.
Luxurious. Outstanding SPA facilities. Popular among couples. Located 450 metres above Lake Lucerne in the canton of Nidwalden close to Lucerne, this 5-star hotel awaits you with a combination of modern comfort and a traditional Swiss ambience. The Bürgenstock Hotel is located on the piazza, at the heart of the Bürgenstock Resort, next to the Bürgenstock funicular, which takes you down to the shipping pier (connections to Lucerne). The resort sits on the Bürgenberg mountain and offers several restaurants with terraces, as well as panoramic views of the picturesque lake and the mountains of Central Switzerland. The 10000 m² spa area features an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, 1 of which offers an infinity edge with breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne, 3 private spa rooms, 15 treatment rooms and a fully equipped fitness area. The Hammetschwand lift, Europe’s highest outdoor lift and an Alpine golf course are in the immediate vicinity. The area offers guests in need of relaxation a whole range of excursion, hiking and mountain biking possibilities. Throughout the stay, guests can enjoy the Bürgenstock shuttle boat to and from Lucerne, as well as the funicular, free of charge.Show full description
Unique. Cosy rooms. Centrally located in the old town of Thun, a 10-minute walk from the Train Station, the Alpine-style Hotel Emmental dates back to 1898. Free public WiFi is offered. The sun terrace of the hotel overlooks the Castle of Thun, which is 200 metres away, as well as the surrounding mountains - the ski regions of Grindelwald, Gstaad and Lenk with the Jungfrau and Eiger Mountains are a 45-minute drive away. The bright rooms have high ceilings, elegant yet cosy white furniture and LCD cable TV. The private bathrooms have showers. The cosy restaurant at the Emmental also features a bar and serves weekly changing dishes, accompanied by European wines and Swiss spirits.Show full description
The palace-style Hotel Monopol is right next to the Lucerne Train Station, the Chapel Bridge and the KKL Convention Centre. Free WiFi is available. The spacious, non-smoking rooms all have a small fridge, a safe and a TV with 74 satellite channels. You can enjoy a drink above the rooftops of Lucerne in the comfortable Suite Lounge & Bar on the 7th floor and enjoy the views over the city, the lake and the surrounding mountains. Numerous restaurants can be found in the immediate surroundings of Monopol Luzern Hotel. Upon check-in, guests receive a free Lucerne City-Mobility ticked, which allows free use of all buses and trains (2nd class, excluding ships) in the town of Lucerne. Parking spaces are available for a surcharge at a neighbouring garage.Show full description
Opened June 2022. Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Luzern. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while certain units at Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern also provide guests with a balcony. All units include a safety deposit box. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Lido Luzern, Lion Monument and KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne. The nearest airport is Zurich, 64 km from Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Good breakfast. Located in the heart of Interlaken, Hotel Interlaken is just a 5-minute walk from the Congress Centre and the Eastern Train Station. This carefully renovated 4-star hotel next to the Japanese Gardens dates back to the 14th century. The rooms at Hotel Interlaken offer free wired and wireless internet access, cable TV, a safe, and a work desk. Breakfast is served daily and the Taverne restaurant serves Swiss and international cuisine and is open every day during summer from 16:00.Show full description
Interlaken is a one-of-a-kind hotel located in the center of the city. It combines traditional charm with contemporary amenities. The hotel has undergone careful renovations and provides stunning views of the Alps.
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. The traditionally built, historic wood and stone house Flyhof in Weesen is a family-owned hotel, set directly at the shores of Lake Walen. It offers a shaded terrace, a garden with old trees, direct access to the lake and beautiful views. The romantic rooms are equipped with antique furniture. Some rooms have shared toilets. Hairdryer and TV are available upon request. The restaurant of Flyhof serves traditional specialities and Mediterranean cuisine.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most peaceful, relaxing and romantic small hotels in Engelberg! It also has beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Historic. Superb breakfast. Located in Thun’s Old Town, Hotel Restaurant Schwert Thun provides individually decorated rooms. You can sample Swiss cuisine at the hotel’s own restaurant and use free Wi-Fi in public areas. Hotel Restaurant Schwert Thun is just a 5-minute walk from the castle and 2.5 km from Lake Thun. During summer, meals can be consumed on the terrace. Shared-use bathroom facilities are located on the corridor. Some rooms come with a private bathroom. You can enjoy a wide range of local wines at the on-site restaurant. The main train station is 650 metres away and a public parking is 200 metres away.Show full description
Stylish. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. The charming chalet-style Fassbind hotel is quietly situated in Beatenberg high above Lake Thun facing the imposing Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. The rooms are all individually decorated and feature rustic farmhouse furniture. Meet other guests in the friendly lounge or enjoy the outstanding view from the panoramic restaurant with its sunny terrace. Your host Your host Dani & Linda will be happy to give you her personal tips for walks and excursions. Guests can enjoy a drink at the the "Stübli". You can purchase the Beatenberg hiking map and an alpine flowers guide at the Beausite hotel. In winter, the Hohwald Ski Lift is a 3-minute drive away. It can be reached with a free shuttle bus from the hotel. The bus to Interlaken West, Habkern and Beatenbucht can be used free of charge.Show full description
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