Hotel Frohe Aussicht

Hotels
9.1 (616 reviews)
Küchenrain 11 , Weissbad , ch

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Noisy environments
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.98
Some reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, such as lack of options and odors.
Service
9.95
The staff are consistently described as friendly and accommodating across multiple reviews.
Location
9.49
Reviewers praised the hotel for its excellent location near hiking trails and beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.44
Rooms had mixed reviews regarding space and amenities.
Amenities
8.47
Amenities received limited mentions; however, some enjoyed the breakfast and views.
Value for Money
8.93
Overall value is seen as good, though some expect more from the price point.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Food received mixed feedback; some enjoyed it while others found it limited.
Overall Experience
9.55
The overall experience was highly rated with a lot of positive sentiments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:36

Property Description

Quiet Location in Alpstein Hiking Area
Escape to tranquility at Hotel Frohe Aussicht nestled in Schwende, offering a serene retreat in the heart of the Alpstein Hiking Area.

Fine Regional Cuisine and Outdoor Dining
Indulge in a culinary journey with seasonal specialties, including fish, game, and mushroom dishes, complemented by a selection of fine wines from the hotel's cellar. During the summer, savor your meals al fresco on the charming terrace.

Convenient Access to Appenzell and Appenzellerbahn
Explore the picturesque town of Appenzell just a short 10-minute drive or a leisurely 20-minute bike ride away from Schwende. For seamless travel, the Appenzellerbahn station is conveniently located a mere 200 meters from Hotel Frohe Aussicht.

Experience a blend of nature, gastronomy, and convenience at Hotel Frohe Aussicht. Book your stay now for a memorable Alpine getaway.

Important information:

The restaurant is closed on our rest day (Wednesday and Thursday). In this case, you can easily check in with us yourself. Of course, you can also enjoy the Appenzeller breakfast buffet on the rest day from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.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: 10:30 AM
Airport code: ZRH

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 616 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.98
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 8.44
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 8.93
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Anouk • couple • nl
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Iris • couple • at
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
9
Sehr schönes nettes Hotel, mitten in den Bergen, super Service
Pros:

Das Zimmer war nett, das Bad neu, die Aussicht und Lage mitten in den Bergen sehr schön

Cons:

Die Einrichtung ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber trotzdem gemütlich und sehr sauber

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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mohammed • couple • kw
10
الاخت سيلفيا خدمتي حيث اتصلت على صيدليه لتوفير ابر السكر لاني اضعتهم قي المطار اشكرها جدا
Pros:

الموقع ممتاز ومريح اخذت غرفه رقم 3 تحتوي شرفه كبيره جدا اعتقد هي الوحيده فيها شرفه لم يكن فيها ثلاجه وفرو لي ثلاجه للغرفه لحفظ الادويه واعطوني كرت للاماكن السياحيه

Cons:

لايوجد

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Martina • couple • cz
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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R.1963 • extended_group • ch
10
Perfekter Aufenthalt im Appenzell
Pros:

Sehr freundlicher und hilfsbereiter Empfang des Chefs persönlich. Schönes Zimmer, sehr ruhig mit grossem Balkon. Ausgezeichnetes Essen!!! Generell alle im Hotel sehr freundlich.

Cons:

NICHTS!!!

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Urs • couple • ch
9
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Khleel • couple • sa
10
الاقامة جيدة جدا
Pros:

الاطلالة جميلة جدا ..

Cons:

كانت مشكلة الاطلالة انهاء جهة غروب الشمس وواجهنا مشكلة الرؤية بسس الشمس الساطعة .. وايضا رائحة فضلات الابقار
والافطار جدا محدود ولايوجد تنوع

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Ralph • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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kathleen • solo_traveller • au
9
Recommend staying for 3 nights to access the Appenzell holiday card, which has a lot of benefits.
Pros:

Lovely view, great location.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed • couple • sa
5
Pros:

نظيف. هادي. يوجد مصعد

Cons:

غالي جداً. وحجزت غرفه قالو لي مطله وكان فيه شجره كبيره مقفله الاطلاله
وبالنسبه لكرت الفعاليات أخذته لكن الفعاليات عاديه جداً ولاتسوى احد يتعنى لها

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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vincent • couple • fr
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Abbas • couple • sa
9
Pros:

Location

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
A very popular family run guesthouse in great rural location
Pros:

Its location. The friendliness of the staff. The sauna is excellent.

Cons:

The flies in the evening (but it is surrounded by farmland).

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Maria del Carmen • couple • es
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Wadha • couple • sa
1
لم تكن جيده حجزنا يومين ولم نستطيع البقاء غادرنا اليوم التالي قبل الافطار راح علينا حجزنا ورفضو يسترجعو مبلغ اليوم التا
Pros:

👎🏻👎🏻

Cons:

لايوجد تكييف السقف نازل جدا الاثاث قديم لم تكن غرفتي كما في صور بوكنج
حجزنا يومين وغادرنا صباح اليوم الاول قبل تناول الافطار ولم يتم ارجاع مبلغ اليوم التالي اقامه سيئه حدت

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Josiane • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Calme confortable et très propre.
Cuisine remarquable.

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Spittler • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Tanaporn • solo_traveller • th
10
awesome
Pros:

Breakfast was great!
I have dinner here also. The food is fabulous and I have a good sleep, prepare myself for a hike

Cons:

There are some flies inside the restaurant, its a littlebit annoying.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee