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Hotel Terrasse am See

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Restaurant
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Superior Room, Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
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Meeting facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Bahnhofstrasse 2, Vitznau, 6354
  • Place, Vitznau Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wissifluh Cable Car
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wissifluhbahn
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)

Room options

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Basic Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room, Balcony

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Romantic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room, Balcony

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Lake View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Room, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, Balcony, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Vitznau

Hotel Terrasse am See places you next to Vitznau Ferry Terminal and within a 10-minute walk of Wissifluh Cable Car. This 21-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Vitznau Ferry Terminal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wissifluh Cable Car - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wissifluhbahn - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swiss Transportation Museum - 31 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Chapel Bridge - 35 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Weggis Station - 7 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Le Pirate - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seehof Hotel du Lac - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tea Room Dahinden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Oliv - ‬7 min drive
  • Restaurant Lok 7

About this property

Hotel Terrasse am See

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop
At Hotel Terrasse am See, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. Limited parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include an ATM, a garden, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include safes, phones, and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1873
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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 night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 75.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CHF 20.0 per night

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 12.00 per night (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 75.0 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, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • 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 limited parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.

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 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Terrasse am See Hotel
Hotel Terrasse am See Vitznau
Hotel Terrasse am See Hotel Vitznau

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Terrasse am See?

Hotel Terrasse am See provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Hotel Terrasse am See?

This hotel in Vitznau is within a 10-minute walk of Vitznau Ferry Terminal and Wissifluh Cable Car. You'll also find Weggis Cable Car and Weggis Harbor within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Terrasse am See?

Yes, though parking is limited. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Terrasse am See include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Terrasse am See doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Terrasse am See?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Terrasse am See?

At this lakeside hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a café and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Does Hotel Terrasse am See have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Terrasse am See have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Terrasse am See serves free continental breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Will Hotel Terrasse am See allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Terrasse am See for a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Terrasse am See?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Terrasse am See?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy lake or mountain views.

Hotel Terrasse am See Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Moya

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jabran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An incredibly charming, and a well maintained historic hotel. Staff was really nice, and the breakfast (with that view) was something I looked forward to everyday. Also its location is ideal; it's right next to the Riggi train, the ferry stop and the bus stop. How perfect is that?! Got the most stunning pictures right from my room's shared balcony, morning, evening and even nighttime! Easy access to pretty much all tourist hotspots all around Lake Lucerne and other places. The few things I would recommend: 1. Fix the floor creaking (BUT NOT CHANGE THEM, because they're beautiful). They creak so loud it wakes up the other person in the room 2. Room keys have these grenade looking keychains we were told represent lake bouys. Please reduce the bouy sizes on the room keys so they can fit in a pocket. 3. Maybe hire some staff for the night shift in case guests have an emergency, medical or otherwise. 4. Historic buildings can have plumbing issues. My bath drain kept getting blocked with water overflowing into the larger bathroom. 5. You have an amazing breakfast room. Why not also open it up for lunch and dinner as well? There seems to be a shortage of good restaurants in the area. Everything said, I cant wait to go back to this charming, memorable hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

August

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The area and environment around the hotel is absolutely stunning and we really enjoyed exploring Vitznau. The hotel was clean and where it is situated was really amazing. However, the hotel itself felt like you were alone the entire time with no service. Breakfast options were poor. The room had a construction site that began working loudly at 6am in the morning and the bed was very uncomfortable. For the price, we were hoping for a more comfortable room. The staff also took our feedback kindly. We were also very grateful for the free car park!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I had a lot of fun in this town! The Rigi Panorama Trail access is right around the corner from the hotel. The front desk staff was super helpful with any questions we had!! Such a cute hotel and great breakfast included with your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This elegant traditional hotel sits at waters edge with a curved windowed dining area used for breakfast. The view is stunning! I only regret that the weather was cool and rainy and I did not have the occasion to sit out in the Hotel's outside areas. Excellent service and a simply wonderful breakfast--and very reasonably priced. I don't know if I'll be back in Switzerland, but if I am, this is where I am coming. I just loved this hotel and its world-class views!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

heike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with beautiful clean rooms. The town was very safe & quiet. I would recommend renting a car if you want to get around easy. Limited dining options during the week off season. Good food but only two or three close by.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ayush

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

moris, Lake Worth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The breakfast is the worst by far that I had in a while. Cold room , cold bread and no staff. They have only 1 person setting cold and cheap breakfast items. The hotel is very nice and the location fantastic, they just don’t care about their clients.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay at Hotel Terrasse am See. The breakfast was great and convenient, with a beautiful waterfront view from the restaurant. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and the room was clean. I would definitely go back and recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Excellent stay. Fantastic location next to ferry and right on the water. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Staff & service
Pros: Views and friendly staff Cons: The hotel was built in 1873 and I think our bed and mattress were original to that date! Hard beds, very loud and squeaky floors, bathroom was not great, just one pillow (and a barely there pillow at that). I wouldn't stay here again or recommend it to others unless everything else in town was booked.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room did not have air conditioning and was located next to the ferry and train station but if the windows were closed, the noise was not too loud. View was very nice. Breakfast was good. Ate dinner across the street, good meal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

leila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hottel is very nice sign seeing toward river. Gute personelle
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has fabulous views. The beds are comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel on the lake—it is older so no air conditioning or phone chargers—lovely rooms and breakfasts—right next to Mt Rigi transport—would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Abdul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location with nice customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with partner
Great place to stay. Perfect in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohini

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is at the world’s best location
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true historic gem with old wooden floors and historic elevator right by the lake offering gorgeous views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and quiet rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024