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Hotel Hecht

3.0 star property

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Panoramic Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Panoramic Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
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Family Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Hauptgasse 9, Appenzell, AI, 9050
  • Place, Alpine Panorama Path
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Appenzell Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Appenzeller Brewery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Friedrichshafen (FDH-Friedrichshafen - Lake Constance)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Panoramic Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Panoramic Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Appenzell

Hotel Hecht places you next to Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius and Alpine Panorama Path. This 38-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a business center.

What's nearby

  • Alpine Panorama Path - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Appenzell Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Appenzeller Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Appenzeller Badi Outdoor Pool - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Appenzell Station - 4 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Drei Könige - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonne Appenzell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Hotel Traube - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Landgasthof Sternen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bären - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Hecht

Guests of Hotel Hecht enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and an arcade/game room.
75-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Safes, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 200 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 75-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 20 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CHF 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and TWINT
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and TWINT.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Hecht Appenzell
Hecht Hotel
Hecht Hotel Appenzell
Hecht Hotel
Hecht Appenzell
Hecht Hotel Appenzell

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Hecht?

Hotel Hecht provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Hotel Hecht?

This hotel is located in Appenzell, just steps from Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius and Appenzell Museum, and within a short walk of Alpine Panorama Path. You'll also find Appenzeller Badi Outdoor Pool and Appenzeller Brewery less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Hecht?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Hotel Hecht have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Hecht doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Hecht?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Hecht good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a pillow menu as well as a sauna and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Hecht?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Hotel Hecht have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hotel Hecht offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Hotel Hecht allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Hecht for a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hotel Hecht have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Hecht?

The closest major airport to Hotel Hecht is Altenrhein (ACH-St. Gallen - Altenrhein), which is 27.6 mi away (54 minutes by car). Another top airport is Friedrichshafen (FDH-Friedrichshafen - Lake Constance), which is around 24.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Hecht?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Hecht.

Hotel Hecht Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 139 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Easy walk from the train station. Very large bathroom. Comfortable bed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Great Location in a Lovely Town

We would have rated this hotel a 4.5 -- it fell just short of 5 because of a few quirks. But the location is ideal for staying in Appenzell -- near the heart of town but just off the busiest streets. The staff were very helpful. The included breakfast was quite nice. Our room looked out onto a rooftop and a wall, with a peekaboo view of the lovely countryside, and getting to it required climbing a few stairs.
Street View
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucienne

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, very helpful staff. A super room (we were upgraded) with sinks in the large bedroom and the WC. Up-to-date, but with beautiful wood joinery. Fine breakfast, with a gluten-free option. Elevator and library and a good location a few hundred yards from the main square. No restaurant, but there are many others nearby, including at their partner Hotel Romantic Santis on the main square. Has a same-day laundry service. Only drawback is lack of parking, but you can stop in front to load and unload, then park in the public parking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. The room was clean and spacious. The sister hotel, Hotel Romantik Santis, was also excellent. The sauna is located offsite (not at Hecht) but was easy to reserve. Also, I highly recommend the restaurant at Santis. The food, wine menu, and service were outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, especially with an unexpected upgrade to a suite with a terrace. Staff was super welcoming and the breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Central in old town Appenfell, easy to train station, quaint town, non touristy end of August. A gem of a getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful. Wonderful location to the train, town squares, restaurants and shopping. The staff were very kind and intuitive. They met all our needs. The breakfast was perfect for us and great coffee. We reserved a triple and the hotel upgraded us to a spacious triple with a view of the mountains. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice stay at Hecht. Very helpful staff. Only downside is that the hotel is in front of a church that rings bells every 15 min even at night. Breakfasts are really good! Location is amazing!! 4 mins away from train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy area. Parking is difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

hay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location, only about 4 mins walk from the bahnhof. There is no hot water for tea or coffee after 8pm. It will help very much if pots are provided.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

hay

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

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

Great hotel!

This was a really nice hotel. It was very clean and comfortable. Excellent location. Breakfast buffet was also very good. Our room was beautiful. It was directly across from the church. Be forewarned that the bells of the church chime throughout the day/night. One bell for 15 min after the hour, 2 bells on the 1/2 hour, three bells 45 minutes after the hour then on the hour. Ask for a room in the back. There was an issue with parking. One lot close to the hotel is one hour. The other lot closed after the weekend to set up for a celebration. Our car was towed. We paid $318 for the fine. The staff was polite, friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and in a great location. Room was good with recent modern renovations to the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and spacious accommodations in beautiful Appenzell. The deluxe triple room provided ample space for our family of three and allowed great views of the town. The staff were very helpful, offering us tips about local restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel, we had a wonderful stay. The rooms were extremely clean and the staff was very nice. There were many shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Semee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick, Trenton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Very unique and warm feeling. The staff were wonderful. Nice breakfast offered in the morning. Close to everything in Appenzell.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff . Clean and spacious rooms. In the center of beautiful Appenzil.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020