Hotel Churfirsten
Lakeside access, Swiss-Italian dining, and easy ski area connection
About this hotel
Hotel Churfirsten offers a convenient and comfortable stay right next to Walenstadt train station, making it an excellent base for exploring the Holiday Region Heidiland. Just a short 10-minute walk brings guests to the scenic Lake Walensee, perfect for leisurely strolls or enjoying the lakeside ambiance. The rooms are well-equipped with modern amenities including cable TV, a safe, a work desk, and a hairdryer, ensuring a pleasant and functional stay. Dining at the hotel is a highlight, with a restaurant specializing in Swiss and Italian cuisine, notably homemade, wood-fired pizzas. During the warmer months, guests can enjoy their meals in the tranquil garden. For skiers, the Unterterzen cable car, providing access to the Tannenbodenalp-Flumserberg ski area, is just a 7-minute train ride away, combining convenience with mountain adventure. Free private parking adds to the ease of travel for those arriving by car.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss and Italian restaurant
- Garden dining in summer
- Free private parking
Our take
Hotel Churfirsten sits next to Walenstadt train station, a 10-minute walk from Lake Walensee, and I would book it for travellers arriving by rail or car who want a simple, well-run stop. The restaurant serves Swiss and Italian cooking, including homemade wood-fired pizzas, with garden dining in summer. Free private parking helps, and no spa or ski access is listed, so treat it as a base. 368 reviews average 8.4.
- Take the short 7-minute train ride to the Unterterzen cable car for quick access to the Flumserberg ski area.
- Enjoy a leisurely 10-minute walk to Lake Walensee to soak in the beautiful lakeside scenery.
- Don't miss the homemade, wood-fired pizzas at the hotel's restaurant for an authentic taste of Italy.
Why we love it
- Next to Walenstadt train station
- 10-minute walk to Lake Walensee
- Restaurant with Swiss and Italian cuisine
- Easy access to Flumserberg ski area
Why guests love itHotel Churfirsten sits right next to Walenstadt train station, which made arriving by rail with kids and ski bags easy, and Lake Walensee is a ten-minute walk. Our room was simple, with cable TV, a safe and a desk. The highlight was the restaurant: Swiss classics plus homemade wood-fired pizzas that our children demanded every night. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking too. Practical, friendly and great value.