Your stay — Haus Ebneter B+B
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The Property — Haus Ebneter B+B
Haus Ebneter B+B is a clean, no-fuss three-star in the centre of Appenzell, run by the same family for decades. The lobby feels like a proper Swiss guesthouse: polished wood, a rack of local hiking maps, and the faint smell of coffee from the breakfast room. It suits independent travellers who want a solid, affordable base rather than frills, and who appreciate the quiet efficiency of a place that knows exactly what it is.
Chronicles of Appenzell
Appenzell traces its origins to a 9th-century monastery, but the village really took shape after the canton joined the Swiss Confederacy in 1513. Its famously car-free main street is lined with painted 16th-century houses, each narrow facade a testament to the region's wealth from linen and cattle. Today the town remains staunchly traditional: direct democracy is practised at the annual Landsgemeinde in April, and cowbells echo from the surrounding hills. Culturally, Appenzell is synonymous with folk art, yodelling, and the distinctive, embroidered costumes worn on feast days.
Best Time to Visit
Full Appenzell guide →Best months
June and September: mild temperatures (15-22°C), long daylight hours for hiking, and the main tourist crush hasn't reached its peak. Wildflowers carpet the alp slopes in June, and September offers golden light and harvest festivals.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by Swiss school holidays and hiking season. Hotel prices, including Haus Ebneter, typically rise 20-30% above shoulder rates. The Appenzell Music Festival (late July) and the Alpabfahrt (cattle descent, early September) draw day-trippers from across the country.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September to early October offer the best value: temperatures still reach 12-18°C, trails are quieter, and rates at Haus Ebneter often drop by 15-20%. Some cable cars close from mid-October, so check schedules if you plan to go high.
Weather & packing
Appenzell's weather can flip from sunshine to sudden, cold downpours within 30 minutes, even in high summer. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes as a non-negotiable minimum — the village itself is flat, but the hills start immediately at the edge of town.
Live City Briefing — Appenzell
- The Appenzell-Ebenalp cable car, a main access point for the classic Seealpsee hike, underwent major safety upgrades in early 2025 and now runs with reduced capacity during peak times — book online in advance for weekends.
- The town's main car park at the Bahnhof is being expanded through autumn 2026; a temporary overflow lot has opened behind the church, but expect a short walk to the hotel.
- The Appenzell Museum reopened in May 2025 after a year-long renovation, with an expanded exhibit on the canton's unique political system and a new rooftop view of the Säntis.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Haus Ebneter B+B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room in the main wing, ideally on the lower floors (1-2) for easier access to the lift and potentially less noise from the stairs. This hotel's location on Mooshaldenstrasse, a relatively quiet street in Appenzell, means that you're unlikely to experience excessive street noise. However, if you're a light sleeper, ask for a room on the opposite side of the building to minimize any potential disturbance from nearby traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms in the annexe (accessible only via stairs) may be less suitable for guests with mobility issues due to narrow doorways and potential difficulties with luggage. Additionally, rooms on higher floors in the main wing might be noisier due to the lift's operation.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address and orientation don't suggest any particularly noteworthy views, given its location in a residential area.
Quietest floors
The lower floors (1-2) in the main wing are likely to be quieter, but this hotel's layout suggests that most floors are relatively quiet.
🔊 Noise notes
Mooshaldenstrasse is a quiet street, but you may hear some distant sounds from the town center or nearby residential areas. The lift in the main wing might be the only significant noise source, but this is usually contained within the building.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the free on-site parking, which can save you around CHF 2.00 per hour compared to the nearby Parkhaus Appenzell. Consider arriving early for check-in to ensure you get a room in the main wing, as the annexe rooms may be allocated last.
- 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 — Haus Ebneter B+B
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed around 30 Mbps down; no login constraints, just a network password.
The building has a lift serving all guest floors on the main wing; the annexe (2 rooms) is accessed via stairs only.
No digital newsstand; a selection of Swiss daily newspapers (NZZ, Blick) is available in the breakfast room. The property is a traditional Appenzell house with wood-panelled interiors and a small garden.
Check-in 14:00–20:00; early bag drop available from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after that subject to availability and a CHF 30 fee.
Free storage at reception if arriving early or departing late.
Step-free access to the main entrance and lift; no wheelchair-accessible rooms. The annexe stairs and narrow doorways may limit mobility.
On-site parking free of charge for guests; no EV charging available. Nearest public car park is Parkhaus Appenzell (Zielstrasse 8) at CHF 2.00 per hour or CHF 15.00 overnight.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 3.00 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a CHF 100 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Lourdeskappelle (573 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Stephanskapelle Appenzell (716 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Pfarrkirche St. Mauritius (740 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Reformierte Kirche (793 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Appenzell — 794 m · ~10 min walk
Spielplatz Bärestee — 788 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 938 m · ~12 min walk
Rot Tor Apotheke — 862 m · ~11 min walk
Flauderei — 849 m · ~11 min walk
Hirschberg — 533 m · ~7 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.
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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 Haus Ebneter B+B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 938 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Rot Tor Apotheke — 862 m · ~11 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 Haus Ebneter B+B?
Request a room in the main wing, ideally on the lower floors (1-2) for easier access to the lift and potentially less noise from the stairs. This hotel's location on Mooshaldenstrasse, a relatively quiet street in Appenzell, means that you're unlikely to experience excessive street noise. However, if you're a light sleeper, ask for a room on the opposite side of the building to minimize any potential disturbance from nearby traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Haus Ebneter B+B?
Rooms in the annexe (accessible only via stairs) may be less suitable for guests with mobility issues due to narrow doorways and potential difficulties with luggage. Additionally, rooms on higher floors in the main wing might be noisier due to the lift's operation.
Is Haus Ebneter B+B noisy?
Mooshaldenstrasse is a quiet street, but you may hear some distant sounds from the town center or nearby residential areas. The lift in the main wing might be the only significant noise source, but this is usually contained within the building.
Which rooms have the best views at Haus Ebneter B+B?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address and orientation don't suggest any particularly noteworthy views, given its location in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Haus Ebneter B+B?
Take advantage of the free on-site parking, which can save you around CHF 2.00 per hour compared to the nearby Parkhaus Appenzell. Consider arriving early for check-in to ensure you get a room in the main wing, as the annexe rooms may be allocated last.
What time is check-in at Haus Ebneter B+B?
Check-in at Haus Ebneter B+B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Haus Ebneter B+B have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed around 30 Mbps down; no login constraints, just a network password.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Haus Ebneter B+B?
CHF 3.00 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Haus Ebneter B+B?
A slice of pizza or a sandwich from a bakery for 10-15 CHF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Haus Ebneter B+B?
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?
June and September: mild temperatures (15-22°C), long daylight hours for hiking, and the main tourist crush hasn't reached its peak. Wildflowers carpet the alp slopes in June, and September offers golden light and harvest festivals.
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.