About this property
Hotel Terrasse am See is located on the banks of Lake Lucerne, at the steamboat landing stage and the Rigi Mountain Railway Station in Vitznau. The historic hotel was opened in 1873 and dates from the earliest days of the railway service to Mount Rigi. Free Wi-Fi is featured throughout the property. The hotel celebrates Swiss traditions and each floor of the hotel tells a story of the railway and the house. The uniquely decorated rooms with attached bathroom at the Hotel Terrasse am See are furnished in historic style with carefully restored pieces of period furniture and old parquet floors. They feature seating areas, wired internet access as well as free WI-Fi, and some of them have a balcony. The accommodations has a fantastic view of the lake and mountains, a garden and a restaurant. Our restaurant is currently open during the day until 6.00 pm (subject to change). Tuesday and Wednesday closed. paid public parking can be found in the vicinity.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Nickol
United States“Location -10/10 Litterly right next to the boat station and the bus and the gabdula, you walk no more then 2 min. Hotel view- wow. Right on the lake. Beautiful and charming hotel. Staff was super friendly! Helped us with every request. Definitely...” - Heath United States“Location, views, hospitality, breakfast and the coffee maker.”
- Bettina United States“The hotel sits on Lake Luzern and has gorgeous views. The staff is very nice and accommodating. Breakfast every morning was a delight. It is very charming.”
Mark
Israel“Nice staff with great comunication and willingness to help. Great view on the lake from all the places: breakfest restarant, room ,terrase. Few meters away from boat and funicular stations”- Kent United States“The staff who checked us in were so friendly and helpful, booked dinner at restaurant for us, translated the menu, Our corner room had a superb view of the lake and book landing. The room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The...”
- Sharon
United Kingdom“Excellent location for Rigi and walking. The views from the terrace are amazing! The room is basic. However, it is clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and welcoming.” 
Sarah United Kingdom“I loved my stay in Hotel Terrase See, the staff were very welcoming and the location and view were amazing!”
Christine
Switzerland“Very cute room with view on the lake. It was quiet. Staff very friendly.”- Bridget United Kingdom“The location of the hotel is perfect with lake views. The staff were helpful and friendly and accommodated us when we asked to change rooms to one nearer the lake. Breakfast was fine and the special dinner we had for Swiss National Day was very...”
- Carrie United Kingdom“The hotel is lovely and in an amazing location. The lake boats stop is just next to the hotel and the train up to Mount Rigi is less than a minutes walk away. The staff were very helpful both in the hotel and at the tourist office next to the...”
Hotel area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
The reservations are guaranteed until 18:00. The hotel must be informed in case of later check-in. In the night there is no check-in possible.
Please note that parking spaces are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please inform Hotel Terrasse am See of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
