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Reviews of Hostel Rotschuo Jugend- und Familienferien

Rotschuo 17, 6442 Gersau, Switzerland

#6 of 12 hotels in Gersau

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Review score

Based on 89 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    A lovely peaceful hostel, suitable for most travellers, and lovely friendly staff and owner!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi didn't really work in our room, but I had an esim with unlimited data which was fine. It is best not to assume the wifi will work for you and ensure you have an esim that will cover you, if wifi is important to you. It does say on booking.com that breakfast is included, it isn't, so that is something you will need to pay extra for if you'd like it. I didn't mind this as much, but the hotel is near the bottom of a steep slope path, so for those with mobility issues it may not be the best.

    What a lovely and relaxing place to stay! The owner is incredibly kind and made us feel very welcome, we actually checked in at the wrong time and a day later than we were meant to as we missed the last bus to the hotel, but the owner was incredibly understanding and came and checked us in even though she wasn't on shift. We stayed in a chalet and it was great for sleeping in, we are both tall (I am 5"10 and my boyfriend is 6"3) and we both found it comfortable enough, and for the price it was great. We took the bus everywhere with the Swiss Rail Pass, and there is a bus stop literally 2 minutes walk away from the entrance of the hotel, and it can get you to the nearest train station so you can get into Luzern, Zurich etc.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    9.0
    We will certainly come back to this hotel with the perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our friends had a four people room, this was the only room smelling a bit like moisture. Also, get ready to walk up and down the hill from the parking lot! Better not to have a very heavy luggage!

    The location is absolutely fantastic! We were sitting outside by the lake until midnight! We stayed at the chalet, such a nice, romantic room. Just be aware that it is a wooden chalet, so you hear every step. The bathroom was in a lower floor, so, a longer walk at night. The kids stayed in a very big and modern 8-bed room and had a blast! We had a very nice dinner and breakfast at the hotel. We are already planning to make this a yearly get-together spot!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    7.0
    Really nice place with helpful hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were in a tight room with a sloping ceiling and the two beds were lined up in a row instead of next to each other. Make it a children's room with a bunk bed or something like that instead of a couples room.

    Breakfast was okay. The surroundings are beautiful and the views are astonishing. The walk up to the street was steep but are hosts gave us a lift.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    8.0
    I would stay again.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a shared fridge to store your food, but we didn't see any kitchen facility that is open for the guests. If we were staying longer I think that would be necessary. I think beds could have been more comfortable.

    I loved the location. It is on the lake side, so you can enjoy the lake non stop. We have a lake view from our room. I liked the showers and toilets, they were clean and accessible. There is a room where you can play games in the evening with family or have breakfast in the morning.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    9.0
    Good stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What I didn’t consider was that hostels do not have not Air conditioning and no mosquito nets on the windows. We came in after a hot day. so the room was very hot, even with open windows and I had a terrible night sleep.

    Amazing location, super clean.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked a comfort room but somehow it was not found. The staff helped to find another room quickly, but the bunk beds with only one fan was to hot to sleep. The rooms need to be equipped with fans for both levels of bunk beds, or an air conditioner for hot humid summer days.

    Location is perfect with kind and engaging staff members. Lots of sports and private beach for enjoying a good family time. Open kitchen helps also to cook and enjoy a nice breakfast/dinner. Good facility and clean space is a plus too.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    8.0
    Great stop with the family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small parking, if you're unlucky someone can park behind you

    We stayed there for a night on the way to Italy. We really enjoyed the location, great view and nice experience to swim in the lake. Good value for money

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    9.0
    I definately Reccommend it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For its type of a property, nothing was wrong

    Lovely view at the lake, family friendly, super super clean, kind staff! great value for money!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    a very nice and familiar hostel, very helpful and kind staff, very suitable for children with many corners dedicated to them, the panorama is wonderful !!! I recommend it for families!!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    7.0
    Great views
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms are very noisy, you can understand what the guests in the rooms next to you are saying. The pillows are very uncomfortable, and the shared toilets and showers aren't very clean. Also, it is quite expensive.

    This hostal has stunning views!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful lakeside location, rustic charm
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Meals are expensive but I think that is normal for Switzerland!

    The location is amazing right on the lake with access for swimming directly from the garden. The lady on reception was so friendly and welcoming. I loved the communal eating area which felt like a nice community. There are lots of books and games, very cosy and down to earth. We stayed in the main old house and had a beautiful room with lake view.l which was lovely.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    9.0
    Very relaxing stay on a beautiful lake.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It said there was free breakfast online, but we later learned it cost 15 CHF. Additionally, there was an extremely noisy group of children who woke us all up early one morning, but that is not the fault of the hotel.

    The location on Lake Lucerne was perfect, and it was super easy to reach all of the nice nearby towns. The staff were very friendly, and we enjoyed using the fire pit.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    9.0
    Great Hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    If you are travelling by car then all fine otherwise public transport is not so frequent.

    It is situated just beside the lake. So view was really nice.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The main building is very old so the room has a smell of wood. The ceiling is low so if you are tall you need to be careful with your head. It's rather isolated so no grocery shops/restaurants nearby.

    The lake view is so nice. There is lot of space in the common area. Personnel is helpful. Good value to money.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2023

    9.0
    Perfect location with very friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed could have been a bit more comfortable, but for one (or two) night(s) not such a problem. It's quite steep to get from the road/parking down to the reception and rooms, it would be good to indicate this clearly for less able people perhaps.

    Located directly at the lake (Vierwaldstattersee), our room was only 10 m from the waterfront. The room was very nice and towels were provided. The shared bathroom was nice and clean with a very comfortable shower. The host was super helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2023

    8.0
    lovely hostel on the lake clise to Vitznau and Gersau
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    You have to park your car at the top at the carpark on the road, which we didn’t mind but would be hard for some people. Then walk down quite a steep long drive to the hotel.

    Lovely family hostel in a 500 year old farmhouse. We had a little cosy room in the roof. The lady at reception was lovely and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    9.0
    It was really wonderful, and the staff were great. 100% recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was quite dark. Also for my husband the ceilings were a little low, but it's a historic building so we didn't mind.

    I loved the beautiful surroundings, the charming chalet style, and the lovely host.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great authentic place to stay in an idyllic location with beautiful views

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2022

    7.0
    one night
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very noisy, you hear the breathing and snoring from the rooms around your room

    location is close to the lake. the view is amazing. the house and the enviroment is very charming.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is amazing, direct lake access for swimming & the buffet breakfast was great A real gem of a place.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2022

    8.0
    Fantastic location by the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We hadnt realised that you have to pre book an evening meal and there is no other choice. Arrived late (7pm) and the food was finished and anyway we hadnt booked a meal. If you want to eat there, remember to do this as it is in a location with no restaurants.

    Great location. Right next to the lake although you need to park at the top and it is quite a walk down a steep hill. We arrived by ebike and could charge the bike in a locked shed near the road. Very friendly place and only one group staying there so it wasn't too noisy. Super breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location, direct access to the lake. Quirky, well thought place with everything you need for a family stay. We didn’t want to leave!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the staff, they helped to lift the suitcase to the third floor, very friendly hosts. they know a little Russian, delicious and hearty breakfasts, there are fruits, yogurts, a lake

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2022

    8.0
    stayed with family - young kids. fantastic price and it’s value for money and much more
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the late checkin instruction weren’t clear and had a bit of struggle at night. although🇨🇭 doesn’t have harsh summers, it’s hard to sleep during a hot night these days even if it means higher prices.

    The location location … loved it.

    Stayed in July 2022

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