Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star beach guest house with kayaking

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

About the area

Merlischachen

Steps from the beach.You'll find Kuessnacht am Rigi Cable Car and Bioweingut Sitenrain within 3 miles (5 km) of this guesthouse. Schloss Meggenhorn and Lake Zug are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Kuessnacht am Rigi Cable Car - 6 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 - 13 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

4-star beach guest house with kayaking
Unwind on the private sand beach, located just 150 meters away. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Swiss-Chalet Merlischachen - Historik Chalet-Hotel Lodge, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities like a sauna.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach guesthouse also offers a garden and a terrace. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1700
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
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.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 25 for adults and CHF 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A 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

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 elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

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: CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 65 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for CHF 65 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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