Hotels in Rapperswil, Switzerland

Situated on the northern side of Lake Zurich in Switzerland is the old-world city of Rapperswil, a picturesque little town full of outdoor activities, such as biking and hiking. Because it's small and compact, Rapperswil is easy to explore on foot. At the end of the day, take advantage of one of several hotels which offer modern amenities combined with old-world charm.

Hotel Hirschen

No two rooms are the same at this hotel located in a historic building right on the lake. Gothic-style beams and high ceilings accentuate rooms with unique furnishings and beautiful views of the lake and surrounding area. Ask for the blue room or the green room, if you're interested in color-coordinated accommodations. Enjoy a view of the mountains when you sit down for your first meal of the day in the breakfast room.

Hotel Hirschen
Fischmarktplatz 7
8640 Rapperswil
Rapperswil, Switzerland
+41 55 220 61 80
hirschen-rapperswil.ch

Hotel Schwanen

Stay in any one of the hotel's stylish rooms, which are spacious and perfect for a romantic vacation or a girlfriend's weekend getaway. Enjoy good coffee and a wide variety of meats, cheeses, breads and fresh fruit for breakfast. In the evening, check out the Swan Bar, which has a terrace overlooking the lake and live Swiss folk music. Also located in the hotel, Le Jardin and Bistro Boulevard are two more popular dining options.

Hotel Schwanen
See Quai 1
8640 Rapperswil-Jona
Switzerland
+41 55 220 85 00
schwanen.ch

Best Western Hotel Speer Rapperswil

This hotel has an outside designed to blend in with the surrounding medieval section of town, and an interior that is modern and contemporary. Whether staying here for business or pleasure, any of its 56 rooms will meet your needs. Work out in the fitness center or use the hotel's mountain bikes to explore the area, and enjoy an English newspaper with coffee. In-house restaurant Sayori has Euro-Asian offerings, in addition to a sushi bar, or enjoy a drink at the Mojo Bar & Lounge.

Best Western Hotel Speer Rapperswil
Lower Bahnhofstrasse 5
CH-8640 Rapperswil SG
Switzerland
+ 41 55 220 89 00
hotel-speer.ch

Article Written By Denise Skwarcan

Denise Skwarcan is the managing editor of a national sports magazine and a freelance writer living in northern Indiana. She graduated from Indiana University with a bachelor's degree, and has been published both in print and online. Her specialties include sports, animals and travel.

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