Hotel Rheinfels

Hotels
8.8 (687 reviews)
Rhigass 8 , Stein am Rhein , ch

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
High-quality food
Cons:
Abrupt service from staff
No dedicated parking available

Categories

Cleanliness
8.66
The indoor areas are very clean and quiet.
Service
8.33
One waitress provided abrupt service; otherwise staff were kind and calm.
Location
9.17
The hotel has a superb location with a beautiful view of the Rhine.
Room Quality
9.12
Rooms are spacious, furnished with antiques, and have excellent views.
Amenities
8.65
While the hotel features charming historical decoration, some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
8.61
Prices appear to be higher compared to neighboring countries but are acceptable for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Breakfast was simple yet of high quality, and dinner was excellent despite higher prices.
Overall Experience
8.93
Comfortable stay with charming historic vibes and wonderful views, despite minor service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:36

Property Description

Historic Building from the 14th Century
Hotel Rheinfels, centrally located in Stein am Rhein, offers a unique experience in a historic building dating back to the 14th century. The charming architecture and character of the property create a memorable stay for guests.

Scenic River Views and Terrace Restaurant
Enjoy picturesque river views from the comfort of your room at Hotel Rheinfels. The on-site restaurant with a spacious terrace provides a perfect setting to savor delicious regional cuisine while overlooking the tranquil waters of the river.

Convenient Location for Exploring
Situated just a stone's throw away from the beautiful Old Town, Hotel Rheinfels is the ideal base for guests looking to explore the surroundings. Whether it's cycling along the river or hiking in the scenic landscapes, there are plenty of activities to enjoy nearby.

Book your stay at Hotel Rheinfels now to experience a blend of history, comfort, and convenience in Stein am Rhein.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for CHF 20 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for CHF 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 687 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.66
Service: 8.33
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 9.12
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Karin couple ch
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Mary family_with_children us
8
Overall was a great place to stay in the city
Pros:

Beautiful view, centrally located, good free breakfast buffet, quiet

Cons:

No screens on windows so could not leave open for fresh air

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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KETEVAN extended_group ge
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Gordon extended_group us
10
Great location and very nice staff
Pros:

Host Doris was very nice and accomodating

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Emma couple at
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
E
Eva family_with_children ch
9
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
R
rene couple ch
5
2026-01-12 via Nuitee
T
TAKANOBU solo_traveller jp
10
快適で心地よい滞在でした
Pros:

部屋の窓からどーんと見えたライン川の眺めが最高でした。
太い木の柱や梁が印象的な、とても古く歴史のある建物でありながら、室内はとても清潔で静かに過ごすことができました。
朝食はシンプルでしたが、パン、ハム、チーズ、果物など1つ1つのクオリティーが高く感じられとてもおいしかったです。
レストランのディナーで食べた川魚のフライは、円安に苦しむ日本人にとっては高額でしたが、とてもとてもおいしかったです。
スタッフもやさしく落ち着いていて親切でした。

Cons:

滞在2日目の朝食が午前9時になっても準備されないというトラブルがあり、その時はとても残念でした。
しかし、その後午前10時前にはいただくことができ、前述した通りとてもおいしかったので、私としては旅のよい思い出です。

2025-12-24 via Nuitee
J
Jörg couple de
10
2025-12-23 via Nuitee
P
Patricia couple ch
9
2025-12-21 via Nuitee
J
Janine couple ch
9
2025-12-15 via Nuitee
C
Cordula couple de
9
Der Besuch der wunderhübschen Stadt mit Übernachtung in diesem Hotel ist sehr empfehlenswert.
Pros:

Das Hotel hat eine super Lage mit schönem Rheinblick. Es hat eine Ausstattung wie in einem Schloss mit Rittern und anderer diverser Deko. Die Zimmer waren sehr groß und hübsch.

Cons:

Das hauseigene Restaurant war leider geschlossen und auch das Frühstück war eher klein gehalten. Aber es gab halt im Winter auch nur wenige Gäste.
Im Sommer mit Terrasse direkt am Fluss muss es sehr schön sein.
Parkmöglichkeiten gibt es leider keine.

2025-12-13 via Nuitee
M
Marco couple ch
8
Wir kommen bei Gelegenheit wieder.
Pros:

Alles perfekt. Guter Cappuccino und feine Brötchen.

2025-12-09 via Nuitee
H
higvin Couples Australia
6
Much historic charm and comfortable, but let down by some unfriendly service
Pros:

An in many ways charming historic hotel right on the Rhine. Our room on the second floor was the highlight - spacious, furnished with antiques and overlooking the river. The ancient staircase and corridors are great fun, with creaky floorboads and quirky old bits and pieces including a stuffed polar bear and suits of armour. The dining areas are pleasant enough, but not as full of antique Gemütlichkeit as you might expect from the age of the building. Our dinner of pike-perch and boiled potatoes was excellent, accompanied by local Swiss wine, and the included breakfast came with an offer of very good bacon and eggs. The only real downside was that one of the younger waitresses was abrupt and unsmiling and didn’t understand the basic courtesies of table service, eg reaching across one of us to remove a plate. There is some traffic noise from the bridge across the Rhine right next to the hotel - but rooms have air conditioning, so in theory you can keep the windows closed in warm weather. As always in Switzerland, the accommodation and food seemed about 20% more expensive than comparable places in neighbouring Germany, Austria and France.

Parking for the hotel is a bit complicated but manageable. The parking places right next to the hotel are pay-parking and limited to two hours on one day, so inconvenient if you’re staying overnight and want to look around in the morning. But there’s a much bigger carpark which offers 24 hour availability (payment by Swiss Franc coins or via an app) ten minutes’ walk away through the old town. But I did wonder about whether Switzerland really wants foreign visitors. The parking machine instructions were only in German. I know that the same principle applies in the Angloworld, but most of Europe these days also offers English in such situations (including for non-German speaking Europeans).

The ancient central square and main street of Stein am Rhein are said by Lonely Planet to be the most charming in Switzerland - and very photogenic they are. The huge (and free) Lindwurm Museum of middle-class life, also in the town centre, is fascinating and well worth a visit.

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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Jeanette couple au
9
Comfy stay in interesting medieval town
Pros:

Upgrade to a room with river views was very nice. The room was large with comfy beds and plenty of hot water, a good breakfast was included. An interesting old building with antique furniture ,decor and curios in the hallways. About a ten minute walk from the station.




in the hallways

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2025-11-30 via Nuitee
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regula extended_group ch
8
2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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Manfred couple de
8
Wir kommen regelmäßig und gerne!
Pros:

Die Lage und Atmosphäre ist einzigartig!

2025-10-25 via Nuitee
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David couple au
8
2025-10-23 via Nuitee
P
PERLER extended_group ch
9
Pros:

On reviendra !

2025-10-22 via Nuitee
Z
zeev couple il
10
Pros:

All was perfectly included the wonderfull breakfast!!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-21 via Nuitee