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About
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.
59 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.2
- Staff
- 9.5
- Location
- 9.8
What Guests Say
- “very tasty breakfast with many choices. The restaurant was a calm and beautiful setting for the meal”
- “Spectacular stay all around, from views, to the comfortable room and spectacular meals. It was more than we imagined. The staff were…”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Double Room
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
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What Guests Loved
Based on 59 reviews
Pros +
- very tasty breakfast with many choices. The restaurant was a calm and beautiful setting for the meal
- 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 staying in top of Pilatus will not disappoint.
- Location, experience
Cons -
- I didnt know that I could send my luggage up and take my time traveling up the mountain
- Dinner options / taste / time were disappointing.
- I don't have anything negative to say. The only suggestion I can make is the path leading from Bellevue to Pilatus kulm hotel (where dinner and breakfast is served) can be better lit up at night. It felt little dark walking there at night after dinner.
very tasty breakfast with many choices. The restaurant was a calm and beautiful setting for the meal
I didnt know that I could send my luggage up and take my time traveling up the mountain
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 staying in top of Pilatus will not disappoint.
Location, experience
Dinner options / taste / time were disappointing.
This was one of the coolest Hotels I ever stayed at. Great hiking, great dinner, great breakfast. Great views.
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 up in blanket of clouds was amazing. Although, you can do a day trip but you would miss the sunrise and sunset experience from the top. The dinner as well as the view from my room was amazing as well.
I don't have anything negative to say. The only suggestion I can make is the path leading from Bellevue to Pilatus kulm hotel (where dinner and breakfast is served) can be better lit up at night. It felt little dark walking there at night after dinner.
This is the most magical hotel, high in the clouds.
We were not informed that we had to get 2 gondola rides from the carpark to the hotel, my husband is scared of heights.
Location, staff were friendly, dinner was lovely.
The pillows were too big and the bed a little too soft.
Wonderful location, quietness outside of cablecars opening hours, excellent dinner, really helpful and friendly staff, cleanliness. Definitely will be back in summer!
Nothing I disliked
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!
Honestly - nothing! Even our dog loved it!
The views were amazing and the room was very comfortable
The dinner options were limited and slightly underwhelming
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 are friendly and attentive, as was reception. The views when the weather cleared were stunning.
The weather !! It was cloudy and misty quite a bit of the time, so we could not see the spectacular views all day. (But we did see them for a few hours.)
the view was mesmerizing, food at dinner was so yummy and delicious, service was really good. room was okay and it was a bit pricey for 1 night
overpriced
exclusivity once public is gone for the day! having all that great space almost empty is amazing!
in-room coffee minimal, and no opportunity for coffee before 8 am. when riding for the sunrise, it would be nice to have!
Great dinner and staff
I would like if the hotel would send detailed instructions on how to arrive. You arrive to arrive before 4 and it’s unclear if you do not live in Switzerland where you park and where you catch the lifts.
the view and the staff
had to pay to get to the property
I liked that there were many options for activity …. hiking trails to watch sunrise and sunset, short gondola ride down to the toboggan and rope park….. dinner and breakfast were included …. the dinner was a 4 course and it was really good!
Check in was fast and easy, friendly staff trying her best to explain everything to me in English. Room was big with spectacular view, Dinner and breakfast are great, Tiago from the restaurant are friendly and welcoming, thumbs up for him!
Check out could be a little bit more efficient and polite, as I was trying to check out early in the morning at 8am but the different staff told me "too early and she is not ready yet", So I waited for a little while when she is ready.
Excellent and friendly staff. Excellent a vegan dinner upon request. Also, welcoming to our dog.
A few more vegan options for breakfast
The location and one lady on the front desk helped us to find a COVID test facility and even made an appt for us ?. Dinner was amazing
This is my 4th stay at the hotel atop Pilatus and again i cannot praise the staff here enough. They are just so thorough, caring, polite and knowledgeable about the area. Every time i have been ive been given great info on the local hikes and conditions. The hotel is wonderful, the views are spectacular from all over the grounds, and at all times of the day. WIFI is great and the set menu at the restaurant is perfect & the staff there are also super. The best part of staying on the mountain is that before the gondola starts for the day and after the gondola stops you have the mountain to yourself to explore. Perfect for photos without people in the background :)
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 5 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
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.
Location
Schlossweg 1, Kriens, Lucerne
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