Hotel Jakob

Hotels
8.8 (735 reviews)
Hauptplatz 11 , Rapperswil-Jona , ch

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Children 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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 735 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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Bettina • couple • ch
7
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Wai Lik • extended_group • hk
9
So far so good
Pros:

Breakfast and location

Cons:

Air conditioner doesn’t work at the next day.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Corina • extended_group • ch
10
Wir werden jederzeit wieder kommen.
Pros:

Die Lage, freundliches Personal, schönes Restaurant.

Cons:

WC und Dusche waren nicht direkt im Zimmer, sondern auf dem Korridor, aber hat uns soweit nicht gestört.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Stig • couple • th
10
Absolutely wonderful.
Pros:

We stayed here one night, but we absolutely loved it. It was within walking distance of the train station, had a very comfortable room, and the staff were very friendly. The breakfast was great. I don't have any comments at all. Absolutely loved it.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Alejandro Mauricio • family_with_children • br
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • solo_traveller • ch
10
Ein äusserst angenehmer Aufenthalt.
Pros:

Da ich nicht so glücklich war über das zu dem Zeitpunkt stattfindende Seenachtsfest wurde mir ein Gratisupgrade gewährt bzw. ein grösseres Zimmer im hinteren und ruhigeren Teil. Ich habe wirklich ohne Lärmbelästigung ruhig schlafen können.

Cons:

nichts

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • ch
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • fr
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Regina • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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ida • solo_traveller • it
1
Orribile
Pros:

Sarebbe stata bella la posizione

Cons:

Abbiamo soggiornato il 7 agosto sotto le nostre finestre dalle 3 del pomeriggio alla 1 di notte hanno allestito un enorme palco dove hanno suonato musica heavy metal per tutto il tempo a volume assurdo la camera ha tremato per tutto il tempo . Lo albergo non ci aveva avvisato. Trovo questo estremamente disonesto e scorretto. Hanno preso soldi e zitti. Che non ci vengano a dire che c’è lo avevano detto perché non è così ci avevano detto dopo che abbiamo prenotato e pagato che nel centro del paese ci sarebbe stata una festa e che avrebbero chiuso il centro alle auto non che avremmo dovuto subire questa tortura

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Meinrad • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Heinz • couple • ch
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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thomas • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • extended_group • de
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Florian • couple • no
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Arianna • solo_traveller • ch
7
Cons:

Troppi rumori purtroppo, camere non insonorizzate.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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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