About this property

Located at the summit of Mount Pilatus at 7 feet above sea level, the Hotel Bellevue is reachable by aerial tramway or the world's steepest cog railway in summer. It features a terrace with panoramic views over the Swiss Alps and the bay of Lucerne. The restaurant serves characteristic Swiss specialties. Half-board includes breakfast and a 4-course dinner. All rooms in the Bellevue Hotel have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and offer panoramic views. The hotel can be reached by cable car from Kriens or by cogwheel train (only in summer) from Alpnachstad. Please plan your arrival in advance and be aware of the current timetable.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Buffet


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Terah
    United States United States
    Spectacular stay all around, from views, to the comfortable room and spectacular meals. It was more than we imagined. The staff were welcoming and attentive, making our stay extra special. The unique views, dining and solitude experienced...
  • Dave
    United States United States
    This was one of the coolest Hotels I ever stayed at. Great hiking, great dinner, great breakfast. Great views.
  • Vikas
    Canada Canada
    I went in Oct and trip advisor suggested I was taking a risk as weather could be bad. I wanted to experience being above the clouds and or view of town from the mountain. I took the risk and it totally paid off. The view of mountain peaks sticking...
  • Connor
    United States United States
    The views were amazing and the room was very comfortable
  • Zoejanaye
    Australia Australia
    Everything. The atmosphere and vibes were amazing.
  • Anthony
    Ireland Ireland
    Highlight of our trip I would recommend to all,the view the hospitality the dinner etc, it was magic..worth every cent..
  • Mark
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Breakfast: Exceeded the expectations! Thought it would be a small breakfast but it was « luxurious » for price/quality. Dinner: Wow! Delicious menu. Well thought out! Friendliest stuff ever!
  • Ian
    Australia Australia
    Very good choice available at breakfast, and the four course included dinner was excellent. A set menu, with limited choices, but they were sufficient. The beef main course available on the second night menu was exceptional. The waiting staff...
  • gg
    France France
    Le calme absolu une fois tous les touristes de l après midi partis. La politesse la gentillesses et le sens de l accueil du personnel sont vraiment hors normes. Le repas et le petit déjeuner sont également de grande qualité.
  • Corinne
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Tout ! Une note particulière pour l’amabilité du personnel, tout simplement exceptionnel, tant à l’hôtel qu’au restaurant. Je souhaite souligner également que le repas du soir était succulent, dans la salle à manger magnifique d’un hôtel historique.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
  • Restaurant Pilatus-Kulm
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Restaurant Bellevue
    • Cuisine
      International • European
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Hotel Bellevue Kriens takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Crib upon request
CHF 40 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the hotel can only be reached by aerial cableway from Kriens. The last ride is at 17:00 in summer until the end of October and at 16:00 in winter. Please check the schedules in advance.

The hotel can also be reached by cogwheel train from Alpnachstad, except during the winter season. Please check the schedules in advance.

The aerial cableways may be temporarily inoperable in case of strong winds.

The tickets for ascent and descent can be purchased at a discounted rate if you show your booking confirmation.

The à-la-carte restaurant is only open during the day.

Baby cots are only available upon request.

please be informed that When booking more than 5 rooms or more than 5 people, different cancelation and prepayment policies may apply.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration