🇨🇭 Appenzell, Switzerland
B&B Jordi
📍 6, Jakob Signer-Strasse, Appenzell, 9050
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Your stay — B&B Jordi
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The Property — B&B Jordi
B&B Jordi is a snug, family-run three-star in central Appenzell, all creaky wooden floors and Alpine-patterned quilts. The lobby smells faintly of beeswax and coffee, with a stack of hiking maps by the door. It suits independent travellers or couples wanting a simple, authentic base within walking distance of the main street and the train station. Don't expect a fitness suite or restaurant; do expect cheerful service and a solid, no-frills Swiss breakfast.
Chronicles of Appenzell
Appenzell’s first written mention dates to 1071, but its distinctive character formed in the 15th century when the region split from the Abbey of St. Gallen and became a fiercely independent Catholic canton. The old town’s painted gables and cobbled lanes were largely rebuilt after an 1870 fire, giving it a neat, 19th-century appearance. The Landsgemeinde—Switzerland’s last open-air direct democracy assembly—has met here annually since 1403, a tradition still held on the last Sunday of April. Today Appenzell is the quiet, conservative heart of the Appenzellerland region, known for its folk art, cheese, and the century-old brewery that supplies the local beer.
Best Time to Visit
Full Appenzell guide →Best months
July and August offer reliably warm weather for hiking around the Säntis massif, with daytime highs around 22°C; September is quieter with crisp air and fewer day-trippers.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak due to school holidays across Europe; hotel rates in Appenzell can rise 20–30%. The Landsgemeinde on the last Sunday of April also spikes demand but is short-lived.
Budget shoulder season
June and September are ideal for discounts: June has long daylight and lower occupancy; September still holds decent weather but prices drop sharply after mid-month.
Weather & packing
Appenzell sits at 780m, so even July nights can drop to 10°C. Pack a waterproof shell and a mid‑layer fleece regardless of the forecast, and leave the open‑toed shoes at home.
Live City Briefing — Appenzell
- The Appenzell–Säntis cable car is currently closed for a major mechanical overhaul until summer 2027; use the Schwägalp car park or bus replacement service to reach the summit trailhead.
- The village’s main street is undergoing a resurfacing project through July 2026, with some one‑way traffic and pavement closures near the Landhausplatz – plan for moderate daytime noise.
- A new direct PostBus service from St. Gallen railway station to Appenzell launched in June 2026, cutting journey time to 45 minutes and running hourly until 10pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Jordi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (floor 2 or 3) facing the rear courtyard, away from Jakob Signer-Strasse. These rooms will have less street noise and better light in the late afternoon.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing Jakob Signer-Strasse on floor 1, as they get direct traffic noise from the street, which is a main road through Appenzell. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room if it's on the ground floor – early morning sounds carry.
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook the rear courtyard and possibly the green hills around Appenzell. Rooms facing Jakob Signer-Strasse give you a view of the main street lined with traditional painted houses – nice if you don't mind traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, as they're removed from street-level bustle and the lift noise in a 3-star property (which often has older lifts).
🔊 Noise notes
Jakob Signer-Strasse is a main access road, so there's some car and occasional lorry noise, especially 7am-10am. The hotel's position near the town centre means you'll also hear pedestrian chatter from the street in summer evenings. No major nightlife nearby, but the church bells ring on the quarter-hour within earshot.
Insider tips
1. Ask about free parking on arrival – many 3-star hotels in Appenzell offer a spot or a nearby public car park. 2. Request a packed breakfast if you're hiking early (common request in the region). 3. In summer, choose a rear room to avoid street-facing windows left open for air.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — B&B Jordi
Free WiFi throughout; single network ‘B&B_Jordi_Guest’, password at check-in. Speed approx. 30 Mbps download, enough for streaming and video calls.
No lift; all guest rooms on first floor accessible only by stairs (17 steps). Historic timber building, no elevator retrofit.
No digital newsstand; physical newspapers (NZZ, Appenzeller Tagblatt) available in breakfast room on request. Building dates from 1823, original painted facade with traditional ‘Appenzeller Hausmalerei’.
Standard check-in 15:00–21:00; free luggage drop from 12:00 on request. Late check-out until 12:00 costs CHF 30 (if available); after 12:00 charged half-night rate.
Free luggage storage in locked ground-floor cloakroom during reception hours (08:00–21:00).
No step-free access: entrance has two steps, no ramp. All rooms on first floor via stairs only. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking. Free public parking at ‘Parkplatz Bahnhof’ (200 m, 50 spaces, first-come). Overnight CHF 5 flat fee payable at machine. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 2.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for direct bookings; credit card imprint or CHF 50 cash hold for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Stephanskapelle Appenzell (144 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius (162 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Reformierte Kirche (272 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Lourdeskappelle (278 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Appenzell — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Spielplatz Bärestee — 335 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 443 m · ~6 min walk
Rot Tor Apotheke — 277 m · ~3 min walk
Flauderei — 270 m · ~3 min walk
Appenzell — 484 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at airports and tourist offices which give poor rates.
Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile pay are common.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service; round up bills or leave 5-10% in restaurants, no tips for taxi drivers unless exceptional, and tip hotel staff 2-5 CHF for housekeeping or porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee at a café around 4-5 CHF.
A slice of pizza or a sandwich from a bakery for 10-15 CHF.
Main course at a modest restaurant for 20-30 CHF.
Local farmers' markets on Saturdays in Appenzell town have affordable grilled sausages and bread; the main square has seasonal stalls.
Migros, Coop and Aldi are the main budget supermarkets in the area.
Appenzell has small independent clothing shops; for affordable high-street brands go to St. Gallen or shop online.
Buy a local day pass for buses around Appenzell (about 10-15 CHF). From Zurich Airport, take the train to Appenzell via St. Gallen (around 30 CHF each way with a supersaver ticket).
Eat at Migros or Coop supermarket cafeterias for cheap meals; buy a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited train/bus travel if visiting multiple regions; book accommodation with kitchen access to self-cook from grocery stores.
Good to know — Appenzell
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AppenzellWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Appenzell, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at B&B Jordi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 443 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Rot Tor Apotheke — 277 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Zurich Airport (ZRH) Bus Terminal → Appenzell, Post (via St. Gallen bus station)
💡 Cheapest option, but the PostBus from St. Gallen to Appenzell is a local route with narrow winding roads – scenic but queasy for some. Bring a book; there's no WiFi on PostBus. Last bus from St. Gallen departs 20:00.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Alte Metzg, Appenzell
💡 Fixed fare 320 CHF – cheaper than metered taxis. Use appenzell-taxi.ch and book at least 24 hours ahead. Ask for a German-speaking driver; they'll show you shortcuts via Herisau that avoid St. Gallen traffic.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) tram stop (Platform 3) → Alte Metzg, Appenzell (walk from Appenzell station, 3 min)
💡 Use the SBB app and select 'AIL' route: tram 12 from airport to Zurich HB, then direct IC train to St. Gallen. The final narrow-gauge train to Appenzell is privately run – your SBB ticket covers it. Arrive at Alte Metzg by turning right out of the station, it's the third building on Hauptgasse.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Appenzell station (via St. Gallen)
💡 Buy a SuperSaver ticket online in advance to cut costs to around 52 CHF. The last leg from St. Gallen to Appenzell is on a narrow-gauge line with great views of the Alpstein – sit on the right side heading out of St. Gallen.
About Appenzell
Wikipedia ↗Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden (German: Kanton Appenzell Innerrhoden [ˈapn̩tsɛl ˈɪnərˌroːdn̩] ; Romansh: Chantun Appenzell Dadens; French: Canton d'Appenzell Rhodes-Intérieures; Italian: Canton Appenzello Interno), in English sometimes Appenzell Inner-Rhodes, is one of the 26 cantons forming the Sw...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at B&B Jordi?
Request a room on the upper floors (floor 2 or 3) facing the rear courtyard, away from Jakob Signer-Strasse. These rooms will have less street noise and better light in the late afternoon.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Jordi?
Avoid rooms facing Jakob Signer-Strasse on floor 1, as they get direct traffic noise from the street, which is a main road through Appenzell. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room if it's on the ground floor – early morning sounds carry.
Is B&B Jordi noisy?
Jakob Signer-Strasse is a main access road, so there's some car and occasional lorry noise, especially 7am-10am. The hotel's position near the town centre means you'll also hear pedestrian chatter from the street in summer evenings. No major nightlife nearby, but the church bells ring on the quarter-hour within earshot.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Jordi?
Rooms at the back overlook the rear courtyard and possibly the green hills around Appenzell. Rooms facing Jakob Signer-Strasse give you a view of the main street lined with traditional painted houses – nice if you don't mind traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Jordi?
1. Ask about free parking on arrival – many 3-star hotels in Appenzell offer a spot or a nearby public car park. 2. Request a packed breakfast if you're hiking early (common request in the region). 3. In summer, choose a rear room to avoid street-facing windows left open for air.
What time is check-in at B&B Jordi?
Check-in at B&B Jordi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Jordi have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; single network ‘B&B_Jordi_Guest’, password at check-in. Speed approx. 30 Mbps download, enough for streaming and video calls.
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Jordi?
CHF 2.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Jordi?
A slice of pizza or a sandwich from a bakery for 10-15 CHF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B Jordi?
Buy a local day pass for buses around Appenzell (about 10-15 CHF). From Zurich Airport, take the train to Appenzell via St. Gallen (around 30 CHF each way with a supersaver ticket).
When is the best time to visit Appenzell?
July and August offer reliably warm weather for hiking around the Säntis massif, with daytime highs around 22°C; September is quieter with crisp air and fewer day-trippers.
Top Attractions in Appenzell
💡 If you visit on the last Sunday in April, you'll witness the Landsgemeinde vote — it's free and unique, but get there by 11am to see the procession.
💡 Pack a Swiss army knife and buy a half-wheel of Appenzeller cheese (CHF 8–12) from the farm at the far end — they offer a taste before you buy.
💡 Arrive before 9am on a weekday to see the weekly farmers' market set up — it's locals-only and quiet, with better photo light.
💡 Skip the audio guide; the English captions on exhibits are sufficient. Best ten-minute stop is the upstairs room with hand-painted furniture.
💡 Skip the expensive beer spa. Instead, buy a CHF 3 'Bierverschnitt' (beer-and-lemonade mix) in the shop — locals drink it after hiking.