🇨🇭 Gersau, Switzerland
Hotel Restaurant Platten
📍 1, Plattenweg, Gersau, 6442
Your stay — Hotel Restaurant Platten
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Restaurant Platten, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
For a quieter stay, request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) to reduce potential street noise from the Plattenweg. Given the hotel's 3-star rating, rooms on these floors are likely to be more soundproofed.
Rooms to avoid
If you're a light sleeper, avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as you may be susceptible to noise from the hotel's service entrance or adjacent rooms.
Best views
Given the hotel's address on Plattenweg, rooms on the south-facing side (2nd or 3rd floor) might offer views of the surrounding mountains, especially during sunrise.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the street noise from Plattenweg can be noticeable, especially during peak hours. The hotel's location, while convenient, may not be the quietest in Gersau.
Insider tips
1. Arrive early to secure parking, as spaces can be limited in Gersau. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's restaurant, which serves local specialties and offers a cozy atmosphere.
- 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 Platten
free basic tier (100 MB per device per day); paid premium tier (1 GB per device per day) CHF 10
serves all floors; historic section has stairs-only access to some rooms
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and Swiss newspapers; historic building has some areas with limited mobile phone reception
check-in: 3:00 PM, check-out: 12:00 PM; early bag-drop from 9:00 AM; late check-out until 2:00 PM for CHF 50
available 24/7; CHF 10 per day for standard bags, CHF 20 for large or bulky items
step-free access; wheelchair entries; historic building has some narrow corridors and low ceilings
on-site parking CHF 20 per night; nearest public car park CHF 15 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: CHF 100 advance deposit + CHF 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Marzellus (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Place of worship: Zahnwehkäppeleli (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kurpark Gersau — 957 m · ~12 min walk
Hof Gersau — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Seebühne — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Spielplatz Wehri — 911 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Gersauer Dorflädeli — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Bergstation Luftseilbahn Vitznau –Wissifluh — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Exchange offices are available at the train station and town center. Be cautious of airports and tourist bureaux, as they often have poor exchange rates.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted, including contactless payments. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also accepted in many places.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 CHF for exceptional service is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee at a café costs around 3-4 CHF.
A sandwich or salad at a bakery or café costs around 10-12 CHF.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant costs around 20-25 CHF.
The town's main square and surrounding streets have various food stalls and stands offering affordable street food options.
Locals often shop at Coop or Migros supermarkets.
Second-hand shops and markets offer affordable, high-street fashion options.
A day pass for public transport costs around 8.20 CHF. The cheapest way to get to Gersau from the airport is by taking the train to the nearest station and then a bus.
Buy a Swiss Travel Pass for discounted public transport and attractions.Eat at local bakeries or cafes for affordable meals.Consider purchasing a reusable water bottle to avoid buying single-use plastic bottles.
Good to know — Gersau
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Emergency Contacts
Gersau112 (Swiss national emergency number)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gersau, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Restaurant Platten
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Lucerne, Luzern → Gersau, Anleger
💡 Take in the stunning lake views during the boat ride
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Gersau, Bahnhofstrasse
💡 Buy a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited train travel
Lucerne, Bahnhofstrasse → Hostel Rotschuo Jugend-und Familienferien
💡 Book in advance to ensure availability
Lucerne, Bahnhofstrasse → Gersau, Bahnhofstrasse
💡 Check the PostBus website for schedules and prices
About Gersau
Wikipedia ↗
Gersau is a municipality and district in the canton of Schwyz in Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Lucerne. Gersau was for many centuries an independent micro-state in permanent alliance with the Swiss Confederation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Restaurant Platten?
For a quieter stay, request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) to reduce potential street noise from the Plattenweg. Given the hotel's 3-star rating, rooms on these floors are likely to be more soundproofed.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Restaurant Platten?
If you're a light sleeper, avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as you may be susceptible to noise from the hotel's service entrance or adjacent rooms.
Is Hotel Restaurant Platten noisy?
Be aware that the street noise from Plattenweg can be noticeable, especially during peak hours. The hotel's location, while convenient, may not be the quietest in Gersau.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Restaurant Platten?
Given the hotel's address on Plattenweg, rooms on the south-facing side (2nd or 3rd floor) might offer views of the surrounding mountains, especially during sunrise.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Restaurant Platten?
1. Arrive early to secure parking, as spaces can be limited in Gersau. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's restaurant, which serves local specialties and offers a cozy atmosphere.
What time is check-in at Hotel Restaurant Platten?
Check-in at Hotel Restaurant Platten is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Restaurant Platten have Wi-Fi?
free basic tier (100 MB per device per day); paid premium tier (1 GB per device per day) CHF 10
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Restaurant Platten?
CHF 2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Restaurant Platten?
A sandwich or salad at a bakery or café costs around 10-12 CHF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Restaurant Platten?
A day pass for public transport costs around 8.20 CHF. The cheapest way to get to Gersau from the airport is by taking the train to the nearest station and then a bus.
Top Attractions in Gersau
💡 Check out the church's historic cemetery and take a moment to appreciate the simple, yet beautiful, gravestones.
💡 The museum is run by a local non-profit organization and relies on donations to stay open.
💡 Pack a picnic and enjoy it on the grassy areas along the promenade.
💡 The ferry runs regularly throughout the day, but check the schedule in advance to plan your trip.