Hotel Bellevue Kriens

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.8

About this property

Located at the summit of Mount Pilatus at 2,132 metres above sea level, the Hotel Bellevue is reachable by aerial tramway or the world's steepest cog railway in summer. It features a terrace with panoramic views over the Swiss Alps and the bay of Lucerne. The restaurant serves typical Swiss specialities. Half-board includes breakfast and a 4-course dinner. All rooms in the Bellevue Hotel have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and offer panoramic views. The hotel can be reached by cable car from Kriens or by cogwheel train (only in summer) from Alpnachstad. Please plan your arrival in advance and be aware of the current timetable.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Bar

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Buffet

Availability

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Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nicole
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “A very unique & amazing experience to sleep on top of Pilatus! The views are breathtaking, the food is delicious and the staff was very friendly. Definitely recommmended.”
  • Zoejanaye
    Australia Australia
    “Everything. The atmosphere and vibes were amazing.”
  • Anthony
    Ireland Ireland
    “Highlight of our trip I would recommend to all,the view the hospitality the dinner etc, it was magic..worth every cent..”
  • Janice
    Australia Australia
    “This is the most magical hotel, high in the clouds.”
  • François
    Luxembourg Luxembourg
    “Wonderful location, quietness outside of cablecars opening hours, excellent dinner, really helpful and friendly staff, cleanliness. Definitely will be back in summer!”
  • Mark
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Breakfast: Exceeded the expectations! Thought it would be a small breakfast but it was « luxurious » for price/quality. Dinner: Wow! Delicious menu. Well thought out! Friendliest stuff ever!”
  • Ian
    Australia Australia
    “Very good choice available at breakfast, and the four course included dinner was excellent. A set menu, with limited choices, but they were sufficient. The beef main course available on the second night menu was exceptional. The waiting staff...”
  • gg
    France France
    “Le calme absolu une fois tous les touristes de l après midi partis. La politesse la gentillesses et le sens de l accueil du personnel sont vraiment hors normes. Le repas et le petit déjeuner sont également de grande qualité.”
  • Kk
    United States United States
    “very tasty breakfast with many choices. The restaurant was a calm and beautiful setting for the meal”
  • Marion
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Emplacement exceptionnel et très bonne restauration.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Restaurant Pilatus-Kulm
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Restaurant Bellevue
    • Cuisine
      International • European
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Hotel Bellevue Kriens takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Cot upon request
CHF 40 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the hotel can only be reached by aerial cableway from Kriens. The last ride is at 17:00 in summer until the end of October and at 16:00 in winter. Please check the schedules in advance.

The hotel can also be reached by cogwheel train from Alpnachstad, except during the winter season. Please check the schedules in advance.

The aerial cableways may be temporarily inoperable in case of strong winds.

The tickets for ascent and descent can be purchased at a discounted rate if you show your booking confirmation.

The à-la-carte restaurant is only open during the day.

Baby cots are only available upon request.

please be informed that When booking more than 5 rooms or more than 5 people, different cancellation and prepayment policies may apply.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

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