& Alpine Spa
Grand Alpine resort with a split personality: Heritage side leans into old-world European grandeur — dark woods, museum corridor, Belle Époque detailing. Contemporary side is all floor-to-ceiling glass, polished walnut, orchids, and the feeling that you're floating over the lake. Shared spaces are lavish but not stuffy. The infinity pool at the Alpine Spa is arguably the most photographed spot in Swiss hospitality.
Book The Contemporary side if you want the full glass-box-over-the-lake effect; Heritage rooms can be compact for the price
Why It Matters
One of Europe's most legendary resort addresses, with a heritage stretching back 150 years. The 10,000 sqm Bürgenstock Alpine Spa with its suspended infinity pool 500m above Lake Lucerne is a genuine draw. The resort holds 3 Michelin Keys (2025), is a member of Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels, and has Forbes Travel Guide recognition. Arrival by catamaran across Lake Lucerne followed by a vintage funicular ride up the mountain is an experience in itself.
A dual-character Swiss resort hotel sitting 500 metres above Lake Lucerne on the Bürgenberg ridge. The hotel splits into two wings: The Heritage, a restored Belle Époque palace dating back to 1873 with 109 rooms, and The Contemporary, a glass-and-steel addition opened in 2017 with 102 rooms and suites ranging from 42 to 678 sqm. Together they form the centrepiece of a 60-hectare car-free resort that has hosted Audrey Hepburn, Konrad Adenauer, Jimmy Carter, and Indira Gandhi — and was reimagined after a nine-year, multi-billion renovation completed in 2017.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Contemporary Lake View Suite
Larger Contemporary-wing suite with a separate living space and the full glass-wall treatment. The bathtub sits right in the panoramic window line — one of the more talked-about features. Some suites include a private loggia.
Presidential Suite
The top accommodation at the resort and, by some accounts, one of the most lavish in Switzerland. Grand piano, panorama sauna, Jacuzzi tub, and a dining table that seats 14. Some larger suites also have rooftop terraces.
678 sqm
Spa Suite
A dedicated spa suite offering complete privacy for wellness. Includes a private sauna and an exclusive in-room massage area — so you don't have to leave for treatments if you'd rather not.
The Contemporary – Standard Lake View Room
Part of the glass-and-steel Contemporary wing, these rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows that feel like they dissolve the boundary between room and sky. Neutral tones, polished walnut floors, and clean-lined designer furniture throughout. Each room has a deep soaking tub positioned to catch the lake view.
42 sqmThe Heritage – Classic Room
The Heritage wing houses 109 classic-yet-modern rooms in a restored Belle Époque setting. Expect traditional Swiss elegance updated with modern furnishings. All rooms have a terrace or balcony, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom. The Museum Corridor — a glass-lined history display of the resort's 150 years — runs through the Heritage building.
The Property
Eat & Drink
7 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A 9-hole alpine golf course on the Bürgenberg plateau. Guests have reported complimentary access with transportation. Driving range also available.
Davis Cup-standard tennis courts under dramatic dome structures. Indoor tennis is free for the first hour for hotel guests.
A deluxe on-site cinema for film screenings and special happenings. Programming changes seasonally.
A scenic cliff-side walking trail that follows the ridge of the Bürgenberg, offering unobstructed views over Lake Lucerne and a glimpse into the resort's 150-year history.
A network of hiking and mountain biking trails accessible from the resort. Complimentary bike rentals available for guests.
The legendary arrival on the MS Bürgenstock catamaran from Lucerne across Lake Lucerne to the Kehrsiten-Bürgenstock pier, followed by the vintage funicular ride 500m up to the resort. About 25–30 minutes total. Complimentary for hotel guests.
Hands-on gin laboratory experience where guests create their own bespoke alpine gin blend.
Europe's highest outdoor elevator, a short walk from the resort. Offers sweeping views from the summit of the Bürgenberg.
Helicopter-accessed off-piste skiing available in winter through the resort's concierge.
On-site kids club with children's playground and indoor play area. Babysitting services also available.
Various water sports accessible via the lake pier. Arrangements made through the concierge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A 2,200 sqm modern conference centre with 31 state-of-the-art business rooms and the latest AV technology.
Extensive breakfast buffet included with stays. Guests can order à la carte from the full menu at no extra charge.
Fully equipped fitness centre within the Alpine Spa complex. Open around the clock.
Pets allowed for a fee of CHF 60 per pet, per night, plus a CHF 60 deposit per night.
An on-site boutique shopping arcade including the Alpine Spa boutique with skincare, swimwear, and resort wear.
The property participates in the Green Globe sustainability program.
Complimentary access to the Bürgenstock funicular and the MS Bürgenstock shuttle boat to/from Lucerne throughout the stay.
Parking available for guests arriving by car, at the base of the mountain.
Five pools, 15 treatment rooms, 3 private spa suites, multiple saunas, salt bath, hammam, spa garden, 24-hour fitness centre, beauty lounge, and boutique. Complimentary for hotel guests.
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