Strandhotel Schmerikon
Lakeside hotel with private beach and striking views
About this hotel
This hotel is all about its prime location on Lake Zurich. Guests have the luxury of a private beach, perfect for relaxing by the water without the crowds. Every room is designed to make the most of the scenery, offering direct lake views, and some even extend the experience with private outdoor spaces like sunbathing decks or balconies. The day starts with a breakfast buffet featuring fresh, local produce, and the hotel's restaurant and terrace remain open throughout the day, serving meals right by the water. It is an ideal spot for those who appreciate direct access to nature and serene lakefront living.
- Lakeside location
- Private beach
- Lake-view rooms
- Outdoor seating areas
Our take
I would book Strandhotel Schmerikon for the lake, not the snow: it stands directly on the upper end of Lake Zurich with a private beach for hotel guests, and every room faces the water. Bungalow suites and deluxe apartments add outdoor seating or a balcony. Breakfast is a buffet of regional products, and the restaurant and lakeside terrace serve lunch and dinner all day. A 9.3 rating from 458 reviews is excellent. Skiers will need to drive to the mountains.
- Make sure to book a room with an outdoor seating area or balcony to fully enjoy the lake views.
- Take advantage of the private beach for a quiet day by the water.
- Enjoy your meals on the lakeside terrace for the best dining experience with a view.
Why we love it
- Directly on Lake Zurich
- Exclusive private beach access
- All rooms with lake views
- Restaurant with lakeside terrace
Why guests love itStrandhotel Schmerikon sits directly on Lake Zurich with a private beach reserved for hotel guests, so I see it as a lakeside base rather than a ski hotel. Every room looks over the water, and the Bungalow Suites and Deluxe Apartments add outdoor seating or balconies, useful for families wanting more space. Breakfast is a buffet with regional products, and the restaurant and lakeside terrace serve lunch and dinner all day. Guests rate it 9.3 across 458 reviews.