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1. Seehotel Wilerbad

Seehotel Wilerbad
Sarnen
United Kingdom
Aleksander
P19,023
P20,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Seehotel Wilerbad

2. Hotel Kreuz by b_smart

Hotel Kreuz by b_smart
Sachseln
Singapore
Wen Han
P8,351
P8,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hotel Kreuz by b_smart

3. BERG & BERG HOTEL Kerns - Self-Check-in

BERG & BERG HOTEL Kerns - Self-Check-in
Kerns
United Kingdom
Samee
P11,985
P12,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
BERG & BERG HOTEL Kerns - Self-Check-in

4. Tailormade Hotel KRONE Sarnen

Tailormade Hotel KRONE Sarnen
Sarnen
United Kingdom
Alan
P11,456
P11,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Tailormade Hotel KRONE Sarnen

5. Verena's Boutique Villa au lac

Verena's Boutique Villa au lac
Sachseln
Switzerland
Brigitte
P16,605
P17,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Verena's Boutique Villa au lac

6. Emma's B&B LUNGERN - Self Check-in Hotel

Emma's B&B LUNGERN - Self Check-in Hotel
Lungern
United States
Preeti
P13,757
P14,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Emma's B&B LUNGERN - Self Check-in Hotel

7. Kempinski Palace Engelberg

Kempinski Palace Engelberg
Engelberg
United States
Judith
P40,173
P42,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Kempinski Palace Engelberg

8. Hotel Villa Honegg

Hotel Villa Honegg
Ennetbuergen
United States
Sharon
P64,816
P68,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Villa Honegg

9. Seerausch Swiss Quality Hotel

Seerausch Swiss Quality Hotel
Beckenried
United States
Maria
P10,244
P10,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Seerausch Swiss Quality Hotel

10. Hotel Felmis

Hotel Felmis
Horw
United Kingdom
Sandra
P12,647
P13,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Felmis

11. Hotel Central Luzern

Hotel Central Luzern
Lucerne
United States
robert
P23,732
P25,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Central Luzern

12. Hotel de la Paix

Hotel de la Paix
Old Town Lucerne
United States
Mark
P13,837
P14,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel de la Paix

13. Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne

Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne
Lucerne
United Kingdom
xinjie
P15,514
P16,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne

14. Hotel Nidwaldnerhof direkt am See Swiss Quality

Hotel Nidwaldnerhof direkt am See Swiss Quality
Beckenried
United Kingdom
Ian
P20,830
P21,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Nidwaldnerhof direkt am See Swiss Quality

15. Hotel Crystal Engelberg

Hotel Crystal Engelberg
Engelberg
United States
Sherry
P13,943
P14,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Crystal Engelberg

16. Seehotel Kastanienbaum

Seehotel Kastanienbaum
Horw
United States
Lisa
P15,400
P16,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Seehotel Kastanienbaum

17. Frutt Mountain Resort

Frutt Mountain Resort
Kerns
Sweden
Manjunath
P22,765
P23,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Frutt Mountain Resort

18. Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Neuenkirch by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Neuenkirch by IHG
Neuenkirch
Canada
Geneviève
P7,811
P8,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Neuenkirch by IHG

19. Hotel Bänklialp

Hotel Bänklialp
Engelberg
Italy
eduardo
P10,043
P10,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Hotel Bänklialp

20. AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
Lucerne
United States
Christina
P21,457
P23,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
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Stay near popular Lake Sarnen attractions

Aquacenter Obwalden

Enjoy an outing to Aquacenter Obwalden during your stay in Kerns. Discover the area's mountain views and waterfalls.
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Museum Bruder Klaus

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum Bruder Klaus during your travels in Sachseln. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area.
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St. Peter and Paul Church

After visiting St. Peter and Paul Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sarnen. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
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St. James Way

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can take time to visit St. James Way during your travels to Flueeli-Ranft. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
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Trans Swiss Trail

10.0/10 (1 review)
You can take time to visit Trans Swiss Trail during your travels to Sachseln. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches while you're in the area.
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Learn more about Lake Sarnen

Head to sights like Sarnersee and Museum Bruder Klaus as you discover Lake Sarnen.

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A lake surrounded by mountains, a small village, and a rustic building.
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Top Lake Sarnen Hotel Reviews

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing location. Beautiful room with good amt of space. Large bathroom. Great lounge area. Loved the decor. Attached restaurant was great too! Would definitely stay here again!"
Morgan 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
Chateau Guetsch

Chateau Guetsch

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful rooms with even more beautiful views!"
Christy 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Chateau Guetsch
Hotel Des Balances

Hotel Des Balances

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great experience. Best service by the staff and very helpful. Loved my stay here"
Shahriff 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hotel Des Balances
BERG & BERG HOTEL Kerns - Self-Check-in

BERG & BERG HOTEL Kerns - Self-Check-in

8/10 Good
"It was such a beautiful room and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, so much so that we will definitely come back and stay a little longer. Everything was super clean. Amenities were well thought out, modern and techie which I loved. I sadly dropped the review from 5 stars (which it really deserves), down to 4 due to a couple of tiny issues. We couldn’t get the flame / lighting feature to work in the main bedroom. In the room, the box of free arcade tokens was completely empty. We didn’t have any local currency (coin only) so we couldn’t use it at all. The kitchen area would benefit from a wine bottle opener. Otherwise everything else was faultless."
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
BERG & BERG HOTEL Kerns - Self-Check-in
Eiger Lodge Chic

Eiger Lodge Chic

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent breakfast and location to Grindelwald terminal"
Katherine 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Eiger Lodge Chic
Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald

Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald

10/10 Excellent
"everything is great, view, people and room"
Szu - Yuan 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald
ibis budget Luzern City

ibis budget Luzern City

8/10 Good
"The rooms were small, but other than that it was all we needed, the breakfast was great and got our day started, very clean but only a place to sleep, the buss you need from the train station is number 4, it is out front of the station and runs ever 10 min, they are on time,"
Mike 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ibis budget Luzern City
Grand Hotel Europe

Grand Hotel Europe

10/10 Excellent
"The property is very quaint. We had a small balcony facing the lake and we loved our room. The only draw back if you go in warm weather- the air conditioner is very limited and the room was hot."
Lisa Anne 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Grand Hotel Europe
Romantik Hotel Beau Rivage

Romantik Hotel Beau Rivage

8/10 Good
"Room was clean and staff were lovely"
Nour 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Romantik Hotel Beau Rivage

More cheap stays in Lake Sarnen

Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern

Sedelstrasse 12 Lucerne
P8,388
P9,077 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (218 reviews)
Youth Hostel Luzern
Eiger Lodge Easy

Eiger Lodge Easy

Grundstrasse 58 Grindelwald BE
P10,886
P11,950 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Eiger Lodge Easy
Lake Lodge Hostel

Lake Lodge Hostel

Im Feld 17 Iseltwald
P12,692
P13,606 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (215 reviews)
Lake Lodge Hostel
Hotel Goldener Stern – Self check-in

Hotel Goldener Stern – Self check-in

35 Burgerstrasse Lucerne LU
P13,016
P13,897 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (118 reviews)
Hotel Goldener Stern – Self check-in
Hotel Schlüssel

Hotel Schlüssel

Franziskanerplatz 12 Lucerne
P14,723
P16,886 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (273 reviews)
Hotel Schlüssel
Boutique Hotel Alpina (Adults only)

Boutique Hotel Alpina (Adults only)

Beundenstrasse 43 Ringgenberg Canton of Bern Bernese Oberland
P21,898
P23,271 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Boutique Hotel Alpina (Adults only)

Find out more about Lake Sarnen

Top reasons to visit Lake Sarnen

  • Stunning Natural Beauty: Lake Sarnen boasts breathtaking views, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and romantic escapes.
  • Variety of Activities: Enjoy leisurely hikes, thrilling water sports, and mountain adventures year-round.
  • Charming Local Towns: Experience the friendly atmosphere and rich history of nearby towns, enhancing your visit.
  • Scenic Boat Rides: Explore the tranquil waters of the lake with a delightful boat ride for a unique perspective.
  • Diverse Accommodation Options: Choose from pet-friendly hotels to spacious family apartments for a comfortable stay.

Find great hotels near Lake Sarnen

Explore a variety of delightful accommodation options in Lake Sarnen, nestled in the picturesque Canton of Obwalden, Switzerland. Whether you prefer a pet-friendly hotel or a spacious family apartment, this charming area offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. With options ranging from cosy holiday homes to well-equipped hotels in Sarnen and nearby Sachseln, you are sure to find the ideal base for your Swiss getaway.

  • ibis budget Luzern City: Located approximately 21km from Lake Sarnen, ibis budget Luzern City offers a budget-friendly accommodation option for travellers seeking simplicity and value. This hotel is ideal for those wishing to travel with their pets, as it permits certain animals onsite. With essential amenities designed for comfort, the property ensures a pleasant stay at an affordable price, making it a practical choice for those exploring the beautiful region.
  • Astoria Lucerne: Situated around 21km from Lake Sarnen, the 4-star Astoria Lucerne boasts a commendable guest rating of 8.6 out of 10. This hotel combines modern elegance with a welcoming atmosphere, making it particularly suitable for pet owners, as it allows pets onsite. Guests appreciate the stylishly appointed rooms and the thoughtful amenities that enhance their stay, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience while exploring Lucerne and its surroundings.
  • Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens by IHG: Just 18km from Lake Sarnen, the Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens offers a contemporary stay with a strong guest rating of 8.8 out of 10. This 3.5-star hotel is well-equipped for pet-friendly travel, permitting dogs and cats while providing specific pet policies. With its modern facilities and a focus on comfort, this hotel serves as an excellent base for both leisure and business travellers looking to explore the vibrant local area.

Where to stay near Lake Sarnen

Lake Sarnen, nestled in the Canton of Obwalden, offers a captivating blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure. Visitors can relish serene hikes around the lake, taking in breathtaking views that are perfect for romantic getaways. The friendly atmosphere of the nearby towns enhances the experience, allowing travellers to immerse themselves in the region's rich history while enjoying the secluded charm of this picturesque destination.

  • Lucerne: Nestled approximately 21km from Lake Sarnen, Lucerne is a vibrant city that offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and stunning scenery. With its picturesque lakeside views and majestic mountains, Lucerne attracts travellers year-round, particularly during the peak months of April and from June to July. Visitors can indulge in various activities such as skiing at nearby resorts and exploring the scenic parks. The city's rich cultural heritage is highlighted by landmarks like the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking both adventure and a glimpse into Swiss history.
  • Sachseln: Located a mere 1km from Lake Sarnen, Sachseln is a charming city that enchants visitors with its beautiful landscapes and outdoor pursuits. The area experiences steady visitor numbers, peaking from July to September, when the summer activities are in full swing. Known for its ski resorts and fields, Sachseln is perfect for those looking to embrace the winter sports culture. The town is surrounded by breathtaking mountains and serene lakes, offering ample opportunities for hiking and exploration, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
  • Wilen: Just 805m from Lake Sarnen, Wilen is a quaint village that offers a romantic escape amid stunning natural beauty. Although it sees moderately seasonal visitor arrivals, the peak months from July to September bring a lovely buzz to this idyllic spot. Wilen is known for its picturesque town neighbourhoods and lovely water features, perfect for leisurely strolls. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing at the nearby ski fields, while couples can relish the serene atmosphere and scenic views, making it an excellent choice for a relaxing getaway.

Things to do near Lake Sarnen

Shopping

In Lake Sarnen, visit the local shops along the charming streets for unique souvenirs and gifts. The nearby Obwalden Shopping Centre offers a selection of stores, while the weekly market showcases regional products, crafts, and delicacies, providing a delightful shopping experience in a picturesque setting.

Recreation

At the Wellness Hotel Eienwäldli, indulge in holistic treatments surrounded by serene mountain views. The nearby Spa & Wellness Centre at the Hotel Krone offers rejuvenating massages and wellness packages, while the tranquil Lake Sarnen invites leisurely strolls and refreshing swims for a revitalising escape.

Adventure

The Melchsee-Frutt Cable Car, situated 11km from Lake Sarnen, offers breathtaking views and an exhilarating ride to alpine adventures. The Stanserhorn Cable Car, located 14km away, provides access to panoramic vistas and outdoor activities. At 16km from the lake, the Meiringen-Hasliberg Cable Car delivers stunning landscapes and adventure opportunities.

Nightlife

In Lake Sarnen, the lively atmosphere comes alive at venues like the Hotel Sarnen's bar, where you can enjoy local drinks and music. Nearby, the Club Sarnen offers a vibrant dance scene, perfect for those looking to dance the night away against a stunning mountain backdrop.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Find the best attractions near Lake Sarnen

Lake Sarnen offers a picturesque setting ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and romantic getaways. Visitors can explore various attractions, including cable cars and scenic mountains, while enjoying activities suitable for families and adventure seekers. Highlights include a visit to Lake Sarnen itself, along with nearby Lake Lucerne, Seestern anchors in Sarnen, Seefeld Lake, and Lake Thun, all providing stunning views and memorable experiences.

  • Mount Pilatus: Situated 13km from Lake Sarnen, Mount Pilatus offers stunning panoramic views and exhilarating outdoor activities. Adventurers can hike or take the cogwheel train to the summit, where the breathtaking scenery of the Swiss Alps awaits.
  • Melchsee-Frutt Cable Car: Located 11km from Lake Sarnen, the Melchsee-Frutt Cable Car provides a scenic journey through alpine landscapes. Ideal for families and thrill-seekers alike, this cable car experience leads to various hiking trails and outdoor adventures.
  • Burgenstock: Approximately 19km from Lake Sarnen, Burgenstock is renowned for its dramatic cliffs and tranquil trails. Visitors can explore the nature trails while taking in the picturesque views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains.

Best time to go to Lake Sarnen

The best time to visit Lake Sarnen is dependent on what kind of holiday you are seeking. July is its hottest month on average. At this time, visitor numbers are moderately high and weather is mostly sunny with moderate rain. January is its coolest month on average. At this time, visitor numbers are moderately low and weather is mostly sunny with light rain.

calendar iconCalendar Monthtemperature iconTemperaturerain iconPrecipitationmostly cloudy iconCloudinessoccupation rate iconOccupancyprice iconPricing
January23.4°F (-4.8°C)Light RainMostly SunnyModerately LowAverage
February25.0°F (-3.9°C)Light RainMostly SunnyAverageAverage
March30.7°F (-0.7°C)Light RainMostly SunnyAverageSlightly Low
April37.6°F (3.1°C)Light RainMostly SunnyAverageSlightly Low
May44.6°F (7.0°C)Moderate RainMostly CloudyAverageAverage
June54.0°F (12.2°C)Moderate RainMostly SunnyModerately HighSlightly High
July57.6°F (14.2°C)Moderate RainMostly SunnyModerately HighSlightly High
August56.8°F (13.8°C)Moderate RainMostly SunnyModerately HighSlightly High
September50.4°F (10.2°C)Light RainMostly SunnyAverageAverage
October43.0°F (6.1°C)Light RainMostly SunnyAverageAverage
November33.4°F (0.8°C)Light RainMostly SunnyModerately LowSlightly Low
December26.1°F (-3.3°C)Light RainMostly SunnyModerately LowAverage

The nearest major airports for your trip to Lake Sarnen

Reaching Lake Sarnen is convenient with several major airports nearby. Zürich Airport (ZRH) is situated 69km away, with luxurious hotel options like the Zurich Marriott Hotel and The Dolder Grand, both 8km from the airport. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is 143km from Lake Sarnen, offering fine accommodations such as the Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel, located only 161m away. Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) is 134km from Lake Sarnen, with exquisite hotels like Park-Villa, positioned 11km from the airport. Each airport provides various transportation services to ensure a smooth journey to your destination.

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