Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Meeting facility

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Luzernerstrasse 204, Merlischachen, Kuessnacht, SZ, 6402
  • Place, Swiss Transportation Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapel Bridge
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, KKL Lucerne
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Economy Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Merlischachen

When you stay at Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge in Kuessnacht, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 15-minute drive of Swiss Transportation Museum and Chapel Bridge. .This beach guesthouse is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Kuessnacht am Rigi Cable Car and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bioweingut Sitenrain.

What's nearby

  • Kuessnacht am Rigi Cable Car - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Lake Side Promenade - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Swiss Transportation Museum - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Chapel Bridge - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • KKL Lucerne - 13 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Küssnacht am Rigi Station - 4 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peperoncini - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gasthaus Kreuz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Theater Duo Fischbach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Chalet Merlischachen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Schwyzerhof Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge

Lakefront guesthouse with a full-service spa and a nearby private beach
Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge offers 18 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Beds feature down comforters. Digital television is provided.

This Kuessnacht guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and portable fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a sauna. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 1 km.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Swiss-Chalet Restaurant serving guests of Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
Swiss-Chalet Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 km
  • Parking on site (CHF 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: CHF 25 for adults and CHF 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Swiss-Chalet Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Kayaking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1700

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CHF 45.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Chappelmattweg 4]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Chappelmattweg 4]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 65 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for CHF 65 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 25 for adults and CHF 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CHF 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Self parking fee: CHF 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CHF 45.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 65 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 65 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Swiss-Chalet Bed & Breakfast Merlischachen
Swiss-Chalet Lodge Kuessnacht
Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen
Swiss-Chalet Kuessnacht
Swiss Chalet Lodge
Swiss-Chalet Lodge Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen Kuessnacht
Swiss-Chalet Lodge Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen
Swiss Chalet Bed Breakfast
Swiss Merlischachen Historik
Chalet Hotel Lodge Swiss Chalet Merlischachen
Swiss Chalet Lodge – Swiss Chalet Merlischachen

Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 294 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Massimo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very expensive breakfast. I paid £154 for a buffet breakfast for me, my wife and our kids. £154 for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very authentic and rustic, beautiful property and so close to lake Lucerne
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Limin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming and by a beautiful lake!

Super charming, old and creaky place. Low ceilings. Old wood. No AC and a fan that barely moved the air so it was very hot! Across from a lake. Bring your suit!!! Wonderful to jump into the lake in the morning and evening. Stunning views. Loved staying a bit outside the city to enjoy the natural beauty and quiet. Train to Lucerne is just a few minutes walk and very convenient to get to the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bharat

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fine , but not value for the high amount of money paid
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Disliked: Amenities
Dreary, outdated hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for an authentic stay in a Swiss chalet, this is your place. We loved that our stay included a private spot by the lake with lounge chairs and beautiful views. It was just a walk up a hill to the local train, too. Our room ended up being on the 2nd floor and we were surprised at the narrow and steep metal stairs, which was the only way to bring in our luggage and get to that floor…a little tricky! The town is so lovely, the staff was great. It was definitely a fun place to stay for one night on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hei Yu Fannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was beautiful, however i did not like the fact that The restroom and shower are not locales in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yiling

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ceilings are just slightly above 6 feet tall. There is one toilet and one shower for the first floor to share (10-15 rooms). Room was very hot and beds seemed pretty old. No identifiable way to reduce temperature. After hours check in was easy if coordinated ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt very authentic! Charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Swiss Chalet were very accommodating and friendly. They went above and beyond to my our stay wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octavian Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magesh

Its a nic
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel/ bldg is across the street from main hotel, which is on the lake, has coffee and houses the other accomodations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was a bit old and tired and the pillows were old and awful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Simona

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
It was excellent except for the bathroom and shower sharing with with other people. I would prefer my own toilet and shower
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Reshma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked the place just to rest as a middle point in our Tour and we just couldn't sleep. The room was big and spacious,we got the customary water bottles. Our room faced the road and the curtains were thin. So the light from the streetlamps and the Traffic sounds kept us awake all night. We booked a Double bed room and we were provided 2 single beds, the receptionist proceeds to tell us that thats Double bed. German is not my native tongue but words have definite meaning and they do not change, no matter how passive aggressively you repeat it. The parking costs 10€ for Cars and even for Motorbikes which I think is a bit unfair, since motorbikes take half the space. The Hotel itself has nice niches and decor but also dusty and unclean in places. All in all terrible stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roopa

Liked: Amenities
One of The best hotels I have stayed in Switzerland. Very clean, friendly staff. Excellent breakfast with lots of options. The access to Lake Lucerne is priceless. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Monika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooms are located in two buildings. The one we were in is a hotel restaurant, but there is no direct access from the hotel corridors, To eat breakfast you have to go outside, which is not very nice when it is raining. The second thing is the lack of much choice for vegetarians in that restaurant. And the last very important thing, the height of some rooms, if your height is over 180 cm, ask for a room with the appropriate height! If my husband and my daughter's boyfriend didn't hit their heads several times a day until we changed rooms, my review would be 5 stars, because the hotel has its own charm and the service is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024