The hidden, unique spots of Switzerland – part three

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Seerose Resort & Spa, on the shores of Lake Hallwil, Switzerland

Dating back to the 18th century, this iconic place of gastronomy on the Lake of Hallwil, in the Canton of Aargau, Switzerland, is a favored location for Swiss people to enjoy a brunch on a Sunday, a weekend by the lake, or simply enjoying a special lunch or dinner.

The resort is situated in the Seetal Region – Valley of Castles and Lakes, in the Village of Meisterschwanden.

 You will enjoy inspiring, gourmet surprises in any of the six food & beverage outlets throughout the resort, from Thai specialties in the Samui-Thai, SwissThai delicacies in the Cocon, Swiss-French Cuisine in the Restaurant Seerose, Seafood specialties from the lake in the Beach Restaurant or for a bit of joie de vivre there is the Bar & Lounge, and during sunny days you may enjoy the Lake Terrace Self-Service.

In the Thai oasis Spa of sensuality, a very special relaxation and vitalization concept await you. Thai hospitality, the ancient knowledge of the balance of the four elements of life, and modern design combine to create a unique spa experience.

The Resort consists of 91 rooms and suites divided into three different design worlds. Classic, Elements, and Cocon.

Responsible for this Swiss hospitality and gastronomical empire is Felix and Rhéane Suhner,

Throughout their lives, the entrepreneurial couple has been committed to their values of “commitment, responsibility, and meaning” – both professionally and privately.  With enthusiasm, untiring commitment, and support from his wife Rhéane, Felix Suhner has built up the small hotel group over the last few years. After 20 years in operations, the graduate hotelier and trained chef decided to shift his tasks to the development of the hotel group. Together with his wife and the team of the Balance Familie, additional values for guests and hotels are created true to the vision of “living the good”. 

The capital city of the Canton of Aargau is Aarau, my native hometown and place of birth, as I was growing up I recall my father taking me to his favorite hangouts in town, usually on Saturday afternoon,  meeting up with friends, chatting or playing cards, one of his favorite places was a restaurant called Mürset, today this restaurant is part of the Suhner enterprise, among 4 other properties in Switzerland, with 13 Gault-Millau points, it has accumulated a great reputation over the years for fine cuisine.

Official Website for the Aeerose Resort and Sp

  • Seerose Resort & Spa
  • Seerosenstrasse 1
  • CH-5616 Meisterschwanden
  • T + 41 56 676 68 68
  • F + 41 56 676 68 88
  • hotel@seerose.ch

    Traveling by Car

    Motorway exit A1 Lenzburg, direction Wohlen, Villmergen, Sarmenstorf, Meisterschwanden. The Seerose Resort & Spa is located outside the village Meisterschwanden, approx 300m from the village center (direction Aesch/Lucerne).

    • From Zurich 45 minutes
    • From Bern 1 hour20 minutes
    • From Basel 1 hour
    • From Lucerne 40 minutes
      Traveling by Public Transportation

      There is a Postbus service from the stations Wohlen and Lenzburg to the Meisterschwanden Oberdorf. From there, our guests (overnight stays only) will be picked up free of charge. Please inform us in advance about your exact arrival. Timetable: http://www.sbb.ch. To walk from the station to the hotel, it takes approx. 20 minutes.