Hotel Jakob

Hotels
8.8 (711 reviews)
Hauptplatz 11 , Rapperswil-Jona , ch

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Clean and comfortable rooms
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Some heating issues
High prices for some offerings

Categories

Cleanliness
8.94
Guests consistently mention the rooms as clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.41
Staff are described as very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.45
Multiple reviews highlight the hotel's excellent central location.
Room Quality
8.4
Most rooms are described as comfortable, but some mention issues with heat and amenities.
Amenities
8.43
Amenities are generally satisfactory, though some reviews suggest added features would be beneficial.
Value for Money
7.89
Some guests find the prices high compared to offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Positive remarks about breakfast and quality of food.
Overall Experience
8.91
Overall enjoyment is high, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:59

Property Description

Historic Charm
Founded in 1830, the Jakob Hotel exudes historic charm and is nestled in the car-free Old Town of Rapperswil. Just a 2-minute walk from the train station, this quaint hotel offers a unique experience for guests seeking a glimpse into the past.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, known for its fresh cuisine featuring a special mountain potato and locally sourced ingredients like fresh fish from Lake Zurich and farm-fresh meat and vegetables. The perfect place to savor the flavors of the region.

Scenic Surroundings
Situated a mere 200 meters from the ship pier on Lake Zurich, the Jakob Hotel offers guests easy access to stunning waterfront views and leisurely boat rides. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings during your stay.

To experience the historic charm, culinary delights, and scenic surroundings of the Jakob Hotel, book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that check-in on Sundays is only possible until 19:00.Please inform 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for CHF 20 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for CHF 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 7 years old and over stay for CHF 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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 711 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.94
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 8.91
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Michael • couple • us
10
Great location. Very nice stay. Very pleasant staff. (Other than cleaning team).
Pros:

The location was outstanding, the staff was very nice ( the cleaning team was VERY Loud - waking us every day with their yelling back and forth). Breakfast was satisfactory, nothing great and you kind of had to ask to get anything (minimal offerings (2 croissants laid out for everyone, and when gone weren’t replenished- until you asked). The general consensus was they were simply “checking the box”. VERY accommodating with their late check-in. All in all a very nice, 3 star, unpretentious little hotel where we will stay at again.

Cons:

Have the cleaning staff be quieter and more conscientious of the guests and not simply in a race to get done as quickly as possible. Put a little bit more effort into the breakfast.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Josef • solo_traveller • de
10
Top location. Professional on site.
Pros:

Excellent staff. Helping any time whenever asked.
I have problem to remember if I ever stayed in the better place.

Cons:

My specific room didn't have as excet views as my two
colleagues had, but everything else was simply the best

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Günel • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Cornelia K. • solo_traveller • ch
9
ich hatte einen schönen Aufenthalt
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, gute Stimmung, sehr gute Lage, leckeres Frühstück

Cons:

alles war gut

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • couple • ch
7
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • extended_group • ch
9
Pros:

Die Lage, das Personal und das Frühstück waren einwandfrei. DANKE.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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claudia vincenza • couple • it
9
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Esther • solo_traveller • ch
10
Vielen Dank, alle waren sehr freundlich, ich habe mich sehr wohl gefühlt.
Pros:

Das Abendessen war sensationell .
Das Frühstück war sehr gut. Vor allem das Brot und dias Croissant war sehr lecker.
Als Person die keine Milchprodukte und kein Fleisch isst, hätte ich mir noch etwas Hummus, Gemüse- oder Hülsenfrüchteaufstrich oder ein Veganes Joghurt oder veganen Käse gewünscht oder etwas Gurken, Peperoni oder Tomate, aber nicht direkt auf dem Fleisch.
Aber ich habe sehr gut gegessen und ein Cappuccino mit Hafermilch erhalten. Also alles Tip Top.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Scarpinatore • couple • ch
8
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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diana • solo_traveller • au
9
I had a very restful stay made even pleasanter by the helpful staff
Pros:

The friendly helpful staff and the excellent breakfast

Cons:

No tea/coffee making facilities in room

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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diana • solo_traveller • au
9
After travelling for over 30 hours I appreciated the friendliness of the staff and the comfort of the room
Pros:

It’s friendly staff and excellent breakfast

Cons:

No tea /coffee making facilities in room

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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jimmy • solo_traveller • tw
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
8
Stayed in the same hotel in 1980s really nice and has been renovated well, the staff were great
Pros:

Great location really nice hotel the staff were extremely helpful and welcoming

Great breakfast

Cons:

Shower room is a bit small but functional otherwise fine

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Remus Cristian • solo_traveller • ro
7
Cons:

No room service, very poor breakfast offerings, no fridge or minibar in the room

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Maja • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Gute Klimaanlage… das ist diese Tage am wichtigsten… 😅

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

SUPER!

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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NATALLIARebenok • solo_traveller • by
10
Pros:

Великолепная локация, очень уютно и чисто, приветливый персонал.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Anja • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Marius • solo_traveller • de
5
Achtung Kirchturm
Cons:

Kirchturm in nächster Nähe der nachts alle fünfzehn Minuten läutet.
Zimmer schlecht schallisoliert, man hört jedes Geräusch aus dem Flur.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee