Your stay — Hotel Restaurant Park
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The Property — Hotel Restaurant Park
Hotel Restaurant Park is a family-run three-star on Arbon’s lakefront, with a solid, unpretentious feel. The lobby smells of floor polish and fresh bread from the attached bakery, and the bar draws locals for beers after work. Its USP is the private lakeside lido, a rarity at this price point. Best for independent travellers, couples, or small families who want practical comfort and a swimming spot rather than frills.
Chronicles of Arbon
Arbon began as a Roman settlement called Arbor Felix, and its core still follows the Roman street grid. The medieval castle was built by the Bishop of Constance in the 13th century, later industrialised by the Saurer family, who made trucks here. Today the old town is a well-preserved mix of half-timbered houses and 19th-century factory villas. Culturally, Arbon is relaxed — more a weekend retreat for St. Gallen locals than a tourist hub, with a good harbour and a strong swimming culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Arbon guide →Best months
June to August offer reliably warm weather (20–27°C) and lake swimming; June and late August have fewer crowds than July.
Peak / festival surge
July–August are peak for Swiss school holidays; hotel rates at the Park rise 20–30% over shoulder seasons. The Friday fish market and the Seefest (late July) drive local demand, but Arbon stays moderate compared to Zürich.
Budget shoulder season
May and September. Rates drop 15–20% , weather is still pleasant (15–22°C), and the lake is warm into early September. Fewer families, easier parking.
Weather & packing
The lake creates sudden afternoon thunderstorms in summer, even on clear mornings. Pack a light rain jacket and a swimsuit for any day — you can feasibly swim and need shelter within the same hour.
Live City Briefing — Arbon
- Arbon’s lakeside promenade walkway from the harbour to the lido is fully open after 2025 repairs — no diversions needed.
- The Saurer Museum (industrial heritage) has extended its 2026 opening hours to 7pm on Fridays through summer.
- SBB construction at Arbon station ends mid-2026; direct trains to St. Gallen are running normally, but check for weekend platform changes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Restaurant Park, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the second or third floor facing the rear garden, away from Parkstrasse. These offer the best balance of quiet and outlook.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor facing Parkstrasse — street noise is worst here, and the restaurant's kitchen exhaust operates until late.
Best views
Back-facing rooms overlook the garden and neighbouring trees; front-facing rooms see Parkstrasse (a modest residential street with some traffic).
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest, especially rooms at the back.
🔊 Noise notes
Parkstrasse is a local access road, not a main artery, but cars and occasional delivery vans are audible on front rooms. The hotel's bar and restaurant noise travels up the stairwell until closing.
Insider tips
Park in the hotel's private lot behind the building — spaces are tight but free for guests. Check in by 18:00 to avoid the restaurant dinner rush blocking reception.
- 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 — Hotel Restaurant Park
Free WiFi throughout, download speed approx. 15 Mbps, no login required beyond selecting network
Small passenger lift serves all three floors (ground, first, second); no stairs-only historic sections
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided; building is a modernised 1920s townhouse with original staircase balustrade
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop from 11:00 (ask at reception); late check-out until 12:00 (CHF 30 surcharge, subject to availability)
Free of charge behind reception desk during your stay or after checkout, no lockers
No step at main entrance; one step up to lift lobby (portable ramp available on request); no wheelchair-accessible bathroom on any floor
On-site parking: CHF 12 per night, 15 spaces, first-come-first-served; nearest public car park is Parkhaus Arbon (St. Gallerstr. 12, CHF 4/hour, CHF 18 overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 2.50 per person per night (Bett- und Kurtaxe)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; credit card imprint of CHF 150 for incidentals taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Jehovas Zeugen (481 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Evangelische Kirchgemeinde (833 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Galluskapelle (906 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Martin (908 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Novaseta — 307 m · ~4 min walk
Saurer-Park — 230 m · ~3 min walk
Saurer Museum DEPOT — 111 m · ~1 min walk
Spielplatz Aachweg — 629 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 150 m · ~2 min walk
Dropa Arbon — 335 m · ~4 min walk
Coop Pronto — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Arbon — 155 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Use bank ATMs for the best rates. Avoid airport or train station exchange bureaux—they charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels. Contactless and mobile pay are common. Smaller businesses may prefer cash.
No mandatory tip. Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g., CHF 38 becomes CHF 40). Taxis and hotel staff get a small tip only for excellent service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a supermarket café or bakery, around CHF 3.50–4.00.
A panino or salad from a supermarket deli counter, about CHF 10–12.
A pizza or pasta main in a casual restaurant, CHF 18–22.
Not abundant. For a cheap takeaway, try bakery sandwiches or kebab shops in Arbon's old town near the harbour.
Migros and Coop are the main budget-friendly supermarket chains here.
High-street basics from stores like H&M or C&A in Arbon's centre; market stalls on Saturday for cheap casual wear.
Cheapest is walking within Arbon. For longer trips, a day pass on local buses costs about CHF 8. From Zurich Airport, a train to Arbon is about CHF 25–30 one way.
1. Bring a refillable water bottle to use public fountains. 2. Shop at Migros or Coop for picnic supplies. 3. Eat the daily lunch special (Tagesteller) at a restaurant for CHF 12–15.
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Emergency Contacts
ArbonFor general emergencies, including mountain rescue, dial 112. Arbon uses standard Swiss emergency numbers. For non-urgent police, call +41 71 414 81 17 (Kantonspolizei Thurgau).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Arbon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Restaurant Park
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 150 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Dropa Arbon — 335 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →→
💡 Arbon has no tram network. Use the bus or walk — the lakefront is 15 minutes on foot from the hotel.
Arbon, Bahnhof → Hotel Müllers, Stacherholzstrasse 5
💡 Get off at 'Arbon, Stacherholz' stop — it's a 2-minute walk. Buy a single ticket at the machine, no app needed.
Zurich Airport → Hotel Müllers, Arbon
💡 Flat rate to Arbon is about 250 CHF. Book by phone at least 2 hours ahead; drivers often speak English.
Zurich Airport → Arbon (via Rorschach)
💡 Buy a supersaver ticket online in advance for up to half the price — the direct change at Rorschach is only 4 minutes, so stay alert.
About Arbon
Wikipedia ↗
Arbon is a historic town and a municipality and district capital of the district of Arbon in the canton of Thurgau in Switzerland. Arbon is located on the southern shore of Lake Constance, on a railway line between Konstanz/Romanshorn and Rorschach/Chur, or St. Gallen, respectively. It is the site o...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Restaurant Park?
Request rooms on the second or third floor facing the rear garden, away from Parkstrasse. These offer the best balance of quiet and outlook.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Restaurant Park?
Avoid rooms on the first floor facing Parkstrasse — street noise is worst here, and the restaurant's kitchen exhaust operates until late.
Is Hotel Restaurant Park noisy?
Parkstrasse is a local access road, not a main artery, but cars and occasional delivery vans are audible on front rooms. The hotel's bar and restaurant noise travels up the stairwell until closing.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Restaurant Park?
Back-facing rooms overlook the garden and neighbouring trees; front-facing rooms see Parkstrasse (a modest residential street with some traffic).
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Restaurant Park?
Park in the hotel's private lot behind the building — spaces are tight but free for guests. Check in by 18:00 to avoid the restaurant dinner rush blocking reception.
What time is check-in at Hotel Restaurant Park?
Check-in at Hotel Restaurant Park is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Restaurant Park have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, download speed approx. 15 Mbps, no login required beyond selecting network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Restaurant Park?
CHF 2.50 per person per night (Bett- und Kurtaxe)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Restaurant Park?
A panino or salad from a supermarket deli counter, about CHF 10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Restaurant Park?
Cheapest is walking within Arbon. For longer trips, a day pass on local buses costs about CHF 8. From Zurich Airport, a train to Arbon is about CHF 25–30 one way.
When is the best time to visit Arbon?
June to August offer reliably warm weather (20–27°C) and lake swimming; June and late August have fewer crowds than July.
Top Attractions in Arbon
💡 Start at the village sign near the harbour; walk east for 15 minutes to reach a wooden jetty – good for photos with no crowds.
💡 Pack lunch from the Coop supermarket; the park gets busy on sunny weekends. Free public toilets near the harbour.
💡 Combine with a walk to the nearby Roman villa ruins at Bergli – 10 minutes away. Check the website as hours are limited.
💡 Look for the medieval defensive tower at Kirchgasse 6 – it's a quiet spot with a bench. Best early morning before shops open.
💡 The castle courtyard and tower are free; climb the tower for lake views. Museum closed Mondays.