Your stay — Säntis
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Säntis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located on a relatively quiet street in Herisau. The hotel has a lift, so floors 4 and 5 are likely to be less noisy compared to the lower floors. Additionally, these floors are likely to have less foot traffic and noise from the street. However, keep in mind that the hotel is in a residential area, so some noise from nearby houses is possible.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or 1st floor, as they may be closer to the street and potentially noisier. The hotel's service entrance and possibly the bar area may also be located on one of these floors, adding to the noise level.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address of the hotel is not provided, so it's difficult to determine the view options. However, if the hotel is located in a hillside or a valley, rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) may offer a better view of the surrounding landscape.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-5
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise may be a concern in the lower floors, and the hotel's location in a residential area means some noise from nearby houses is possible.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's central location in Herisau and explore the town's charming streets and shops on foot. If you're driving, be aware that parking in Herisau can be limited, so consider exploring public transportation options or parking in a nearby lot.
- 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 — Säntis
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), daily physical papers in lobby
16:00, bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 12:00 (CHF 50)
available (CHF 10 per bag per day)
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, some rooms have adapted bathrooms
on-site parking (CHF 20 per night), nearest public car park at Bahnhofplatz (CHF 15 per day), no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 3.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: CHF 100 advance deposit, incidental card hold of CHF 200 at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Pfimi Herisau (84 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Vineyard Herisau (245 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Evangelisch-reformierte Kirche (477 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Kreuzkapelle (675 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Rosengarten — 655 m · ~8 min walk
Figurentheater-Museum — 478 m · ~6 min walk
Alte Stuhlfabrik — 192 m · ~2 min walk
Privater Quartier-Spielplatz Scheibe — 750 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Post — 816 m · ~10 min walk
Medbase — 66 m · ~1 min walk
BP — 626 m · ~8 min walk
Herisau AB — 779 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
You can exchange currency at banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices; avoid exchanging at the airport or at tourist information offices as the rates are often poor.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, and contactless payments are common in most shops, restaurants, and cafes.
Tipping in Switzerland is not expected but is generally around 5-10% in restaurants and bars; rounding up the bill or leaving small change for taxi drivers is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a local café costs around CHF 4-5.
A sandwich or salad at a bakery or fast-food joint costs around CHF 8-10.
A basic dinner at a restaurant, such as pasta or a burger, costs around CHF 20-25.
You can find affordable street food options at the local market or in the city center, especially around the train station.
Coop and Migros are two common supermarket chains with affordable prices.
You can find affordable high-street clothing at stores like H&M or C&A, or at the weekly market.
A day pass for public transportation costs around CHF 6-8; the cheapest way to get around is by bus, which costs around CHF 2-3 per ride.
Buy a Swiss Travel Pass for free public transportation and discounts on attractions.Consider renting a bike instead of taking taxis or public transportation.Shop at local markets or bakeries for fresh produce and pastries instead of buying at supermarkets.
Good to know — Herisau
Type C/J · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ CHF0.81 · CHF
Where to Eat
No restaurants found locally on OpenStreetMap for Herisau. Try a local search for restaurants near your hotel.
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Herisau, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Säntis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Post — 816 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Medbase — 66 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Säntis hotel, Herisau
💡 Book in advance to get a fixed price quote
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Herisau railway station
💡 Buy a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited train travel in Switzerland
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Herisau bus station
💡 Check the PostBus website for schedules and prices
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Säntis hotel, Herisau
💡 Book in advance to get the best rates
About Herisau
Wikipedia ↗
Herisau (Swiss Standard German pronunciation: [ˈhɛrizaʊ] ) is a municipality and the capital of the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden in Switzerland. It is the seat of the canton's government and parliament; the judicial authorities are situated in Trogen. The central hamlet and the houses around the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Säntis?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located on a relatively quiet street in Herisau. The hotel has a lift, so floors 4 and 5 are likely to be less noisy compared to the lower floors. Additionally, these floors are likely to have less foot traffic and noise from the street. However, keep in mind that the hotel is in a residential area, so some noise from nearby houses is possible.
Which rooms should I avoid at Säntis?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or 1st floor, as they may be closer to the street and potentially noisier. The hotel's service entrance and possibly the bar area may also be located on one of these floors, adding to the noise level.
Is Säntis noisy?
Street noise may be a concern in the lower floors, and the hotel's location in a residential area means some noise from nearby houses is possible.
Which rooms have the best views at Säntis?
Unfortunately, the address of the hotel is not provided, so it's difficult to determine the view options. However, if the hotel is located in a hillside or a valley, rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) may offer a better view of the surrounding landscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Säntis?
Take advantage of the hotel's central location in Herisau and explore the town's charming streets and shops on foot. If you're driving, be aware that parking in Herisau can be limited, so consider exploring public transportation options or parking in a nearby lot.
What time is check-in at Säntis?
Check-in at Säntis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Säntis have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Säntis?
CHF 3.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Säntis?
A sandwich or salad at a bakery or fast-food joint costs around CHF 8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Säntis?
A day pass for public transportation costs around CHF 6-8; the cheapest way to get around is by bus, which costs around CHF 2-3 per ride.