Appenzeller Huus Bären

3.5 star property

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Double Room Residence | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Property amenity

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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40 Dorfstrasse, Gonten, AI, 9108
  • Place, Luftseilbahn Jakobsbad-Kronberg
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Jakobsbad-Kronberg Cable Car
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bobbahn Jakobsbad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Friedrichshafen (FDH-Friedrichshafen - Lake Constance)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Room options

Boutique Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Boutique Double Room Cozy

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Boutique Double Room Traditional

  • Mountain view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Boutique Junior Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room Residence

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room Residence

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gonten

Appenzeller Huus Bären places you within a mile (2 km) of Jakobsbad-Kronberg Cable Car and Luftseilbahn Jakobsbad-Kronberg. This 18-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Luftseilbahn Jakobsbad-Kronberg - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Jakobsbad-Kronberg Cable Car - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bobbahn Jakobsbad - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Kybunpark - 24 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Seebühne Bregenz - 59 min drive - 36.1 miles

Getting around

  • Appenzell Station - 12 min drive
  • Altenrhein (ACH-St. Gallen - Altenrhein) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Landsgmendstobe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gass 17 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Landbäckerei - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café Drei Könige - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Appenzeller Schaukäserei - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Appenzeller Huus Bären

Guests staying at Appenzeller Huus Bären enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free use of bicycles, a terrace, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 45-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, slippers, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bärenstobe
  • Taverne
  • Taverne

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.50 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Huus Bären
Hotel Huus Bären
Boutique Hotel Bären
Appenzeller Huus Huus Bären
Appenzeller Huus Bären Hotel
Appenzeller Huus Bären Gonten
Appenzeller Huus Bären Hotel Gonten

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Appenzeller Huus Bären?

Appenzeller Huus Bären provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Appenzeller Huus Bären?

This hotel is located in Gonten, close to Luftseilbahn Jakobsbad-Kronberg, Appenzell Museum, and Appenzeller Brewery. You'll also find Jakobsbad-Kronberg Cable Car and Alpine Panorama Path within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Appenzeller Huus Bären?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Appenzeller Huus Bären?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does Appenzeller Huus Bären include a casino on the premises?

No, Appenzeller Huus Bären doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Appenzeller Huus Bären?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Appenzeller Huus Bären good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa.

Does Appenzeller Huus Bären have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Appenzeller Huus Bären have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Appenzeller Huus Bären serves free buffet breakfast at Bärenstobe each morning.

Does Appenzeller Huus Bären allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Appenzeller Huus Bären for a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Appenzeller Huus Bären have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Appenzeller Huus Bären?

The closest major airport to Appenzeller Huus Bären is Altenrhein (ACH-St. Gallen - Altenrhein), which is 27.4 mi away (49 minutes by car). Another top airport is Friedrichshafen (FDH-Friedrichshafen - Lake Constance), which is around 25.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Appenzeller Huus Bären?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Appenzeller Huus Bären.

Appenzeller Huus Bären Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

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

A perfect stay!

The place was modern and clean. The staff was very extremely friendly. The BEST breakfast buffet I’ve had in Switzerland
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a great option if you are trying to enjoy the Appenzell area. The room was well appointed and we had two separate sleeping areas. The breakfast buffet was excellent. I have never had more options in a breakfast that is included. The hotel is a 1-2 minute walk to the train so it was extremely convenient. The staff took care of all of our needs while we were there. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young lady working reception was very kind, friendly and informative. She shared helpful information regarding the area and made recommendations. She provided great customer service. Room was very hot but this is a very old building. Breakfast was vwry good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Looking Forward to Returning!

This trip was to celebrate my wife’s 50th birthday with hiking, fine dining, and relaxing getaway. All of our expectations were met or exceeded. When they found out about the birthday, we found a card and bouquet of flowers on our table at dinner the first night. The flowers then made it to our table at breakfast the next morning and dinner that night (we brought them home with us). Every member of the staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful. It was one of our best weekends away after nearly 10 years of living and traveling around Europe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a construction site behind the house why it was sometimes very loud
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Luc

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

A découvrir en Avant Première

Un petit bijoux perdu dans un mini village des vallées d’Appenzell
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angelika

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

Alpstein Wanderungen

Der Bären in Gonten ist ein super Hotel für diverse Aktivitäten in und um Appenzell. Wir haben das verlängerte Wochenende mit Wandern im Alpstein verbracht. Man könnte aber auch Golfen oder im Winter diverse Aktivitäten im Schnee machen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonas Oliver

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

Auszeit zu zweit

wunderschönes Hotel mit tollem Ambiente und Liebe zum Detail. Sehr schönes Zimmer. Freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Gutes Preis/Leistungsverhältnis. Sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ich war in der Nähe zu einer Fortbildung und das Appenzeller Huus ist mit Abstand das Beste Hotel was ich in der Nähe finden konnte. Kuschliges kleines Hotel mit gutem Frühstück und regionalen Produkten. Das Menü am Abend war auch super, sowie das Essen in der Löwenstube im gegenüberliegenden Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
das Dachzimmer in der "Residence" war gemütlich, aber etwas klein. Das Hotel selber hat super schöne, rustikale Räume! Das Frühstücksbuffet war reichlich, mit regionalen Produkten.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Heimeliger Eingangsbereich bei Reception, allerdings war die Bar schlecht ausgerüstet/bedient. Das Zimmer war dunkel und klein/tief. Vor dem Fenster sah man direkt an die Hauswand, die keine 2m entfernt war. Frühstück war fein.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Hotel mit sehr gutem Service, sehr zuvorkommend und aufmerksam. Tolles Frühstück in einem rundum guten Ambiente. Toller Sauna und ruhe Bereich. Gästekarte mit vielen Extras und Vergünstigungen. Genre wieder
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliches und kompetentes Personal. Hervorragendes Essen und Spitzenweine. Heimeliges und sehr schönes Ambiente. Kurz gesagt: einfach alles perfekt.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Grossmann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wo auch immer man hinschaut in diesel hotel, man wird verzaubert und fühlt sich von der ersten sekunde wie zuhause. Einfach nur wow komme auf jedenfall wieder in dieses hotel wenn ich im appenzell bin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Brida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes Hotel, sehr freundliches Personal, gutes Frühstück aber leider sehr niedrige Räume- Kopfanschlagen programmiert.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schön renoviertes Hotel mit zuvorkommenden Mitarbeiter.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cecile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Philipp

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Soren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023