Park Hotel Weggis, Lake Lucerne

Hotel. Vacationing in Switzerland will never be the same after a stay here. Right up against the sparkling banks of Lake Lucerne, the soaring turrets and rooftops of the Park Hotel Weggis paint an unforgettable picture. The cheery staff and luxurious surroundings only add to the relaxing spa treatments, the stellar cuisine in all three restaurants, and the catalogue of vintages in the wine cellar. With such a breathtaking environment it is hard to imagine staying indoors at all, but if you do, all 34 rooms and 19 suites of the hotel come fully equipped with the highest technology as well as some rather plush bathrobes and beach towels. The Art Nouveau architecture and décor matches the hotel’s philosophy of creating the most memorable and unique stay for all of its guests.

Wine. Winning Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence” in 2007 was only the beginning. Beautifully vaulted cellars encase over 2,600 bottles making up one of the best wine lists in all of Switzerland. The varieties are endless; taking the best vintages from wine regions all over the world in order to create a true library of classic and cutting edge flavors. With rare collectors items, connoisseurs have made this hotel’s cellar a destination for enjoying all the different dimensions wine has to offer the palate. The cellar’s ambiance sets up the perfect backdrop for small, private functions.

Dining. Park Hotel Weggis features three different restaurants all individually exude class and confidence in both cuisine and setting. Chef Renee Rischmeyer lays claim to Restaurant Annex, which the Michelin Guide recently awarded one star. For the wine lover, Annex holds the key to their heart. With an award winning wine list to harmonize with the Mediterranean and Asian blends of Chef Rischmeyer’s cuisine. On the more contemporary side, Restaurant Sparks’ warm atmosphere and cuisine of natural ingredients combined by the pure genius of Chef Florian Gilges won this eatery 13 GaultMillau points. And finally, California wines stand in the spotlight at The Grape Restaurant where the grill and hearty steaks take over the menu.