Culinary Highlights: These Hotel Kitchens Are a Must-Try! 🍷🍝

Great food makes every trip twice as enjoyable! With HotelCard, you save on your room rate – leaving you with more budget for unforgettable culinary experiences. How about a delightful gourmet dinner at the hotel? Food lovers will be in for a real treat. Here are our top culinary highlights:

The "Gaststuben" on Lake Lucerne

Hostesses Conny and Gosia

A true gem in Beckenried, rich in history - and powered by women. For the past two years, the two new hosts have brought fresh energy to the historic Boutique Hotel Schlüssel. The "Gaststuben" focus on regional ingredients: cheese from Käslin, vegetables from Kallenbach farm, fish from "Seehuisli", and meat from the local Mythen farm. There's no set menu here - instead, the hostesses personally present the evening's selection to each table. Seaosanlity and guests' preferences dictate what's served, ensuring a unique and fresh dining experience every time.

The wine cellar also stays true to its surroundings, offering exclusively European wines, including 150 Swiss selections. The restaurant has earned 14 GaultMillau points a spot on GaultMillau's "Hot Ten 2023" list thanks to head chef Gosia, and recognition in the Falstaff Restaurant and Inn Guide.

💰 The 3-course dinner menu costs CHF 89

Spot the night at the Boutique Hotel Schlüssel ****

Look forward to an unforgettable stay at Boutique Hotel Schlüssel, the first boutique hotel in Central Switzerland, built in 1727 and just a stone’s throw from the city of lights, Lucerne. Beckenried offers an authentic Swiss experience and serves as the perfect base for hiking adventures in Central Switzerland.

✔️ Breakfast included

Zollhuus on the Aare

Director Theresia Sokoll and head chef Jörg Krölls © Zofinger Tagblatt

At Zollhuus Aarau, two worlds collide - each more different than the other. On one side, the world of meat: indulge in top-quality steaks like Tomahawk, T-Bone, Porterhouse, Flank or Flat Iron, aged to perfection in the restaurant's in-house dry-aging cabinet for exra tenderness and rich flavor. On the other, the plant-based world, where the Zollhuus kitchen team is just as passionate. Their creative, animal-free dishes include delicious specialities like eggplant risotto or a quinoa & bean burger with sweet potato fries.

This restaurant not only offers a beautiful terrace with views of the Aare River and the Jura Mountains, but also a diverse selection of culinary delights for everyone. From June to August, Zollhuus invites you to its BBQ Night every Thursday. And on Sundays, after a relaxing stroll along the Aare, you can end your day with homemade waffles and cakes.

💰 A main meat dish costs between CHF 30 and CHF 60

Spend the night at Hotel Kettenbrücke ****

The 4-star hotel Kettenbrücke enjoys a prime location between Aarau’s historic old town and the Aare River recreation area. Completely renovated and reopened in 2016, the hotel offers 24 modern and spacious rooms, three suites, and personalized service.

✔️ Breakfast included

Einstein Gourmet between Säntis and Lake Constance

High above the rooftops of St. Gallen, top chefs Sebastian Zier and Richard Schmidtkonz welcome you to the Einstein Gourmet, awarded 18 GaultmIllau points and two Michelin stars. Here, you'll experience premium ingredients, meticulously reared with an eye for detail, in one of the fines gourmet restaurants in Eastern Switzerland.

The French-inspired, globally influenced cuisine at Einstein Gourmet is perfectly complemented by an expertly curated wine selection from the Einstein St. Gallen wine cellar, handpicked by the Restaurant Manager and Wine Director. To round off an exquisite evening, enjoy a visit to the Einstein Bar, featuring the Davidoff Cigar Lounge.

💰 Gourmet lunch: CHF 150
💰 4-course dinner menu

Spend the night at Einstein St. Gallen ****Superior

The Einstein Hotel, located in the heart of St. Gallen, is the perfect place to savor exquisite cuisine, celebrate in style, and relax in the hotel’s wellness area. Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Eastern Switzerland, close to Lake Constance, the hotel combines comfort, breathtaking surroundings, and first-class service.

✔️ Breakfast included

Equo 1706 at the foot of Mount Rigi

First mentioned as a tavern in 1706, the restaurant of Hotel Rössli now welcomes you with a beautiful terrace and a modern, ambitious cuisine inspired by seasonal and international flavors. Under the guidance of Chef Matthias Gäth, the talented kitchen team delights guests with innovative haute cuisine, masterfully blending tradition and modernity.

The Equo 1706 reestaurant takes ride in being featured with an excellent rating in the prestigious GaultMillau guide (13 points) and being recommended by the Michelin Guide. In addition to attentive and professional service, you can enjoy specialities such as Swiss Wagyu beef, salmon trout with smoked crème fraîche, and homemade ice cream on a stick.

💰 4- to 7-course menus range from CHF 95 to CHF 140

Spend the night at Rössli Gourmet & Spa ****

At Hotel Rössli in Weggis, nestled on the shores of Lake Lucerne in a peaceful setting, you’ll feel right at home. A place defined by a diverse spa area and exquisite gourmet cuisine. Enjoy your stay in modern, eco-renovated rooms and experience a truly unforgettable and relaxing getaway, just outside the vibrant city of Lucerne.

✔️ Breakfast included

L'Aparté in the heart of Geneva

The modern and intimate restaurant L'Aparté at Hôtel Royal invites you to a truly exceptional dining experience. With only four tables, it offers an exclusive atmosphere where Chef Armel Bedouet personally serves his elegant, meticulously crafted dishes and even explains the details of their preparation.

Awarded one Michelin star since 2020 and rated 17/20 in the 2025 Swiss GaultMillau guide, the restaurant has established itself as a benchmark for culinary excellence in Geneva. The kitchen uses only top-quality ingredients: veal and beef from Swiss farms, fresh fish from Brittany, and Bresse poultry, all transformed into refined and flavorful dishes.

💰 3- to 8-course menus range from CHF 69 to CHF 164

Stay at the Hôtel Royal Genève ****Superior

The luxurious 4-star suerior Hôtel Royal enjoys a prime location in the heart of the city. Its elegant design and attentive service create a welcoming and refined atmosphere. Close to the lake, main roads, and lively nightlife districts, this 4-star hotel lets you experience the best of Geneva.

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