Hotel Caspar
Design-forward Swiss countryside hotel. Clean lines and designer furniture in the new Haus Wolf building contrast with the preserved 17th-century wall paintings and duplex-over-two-floors rooms of the historic Ochsen. Modern, understated, very Swiss — not flashy but genuinely high quality throughout.
Room 111 in Haus Adler is a special-category Historic Loft Premium with monastery views and original 17th-century murals — worth the upgrade.
Why It Matters
One of the very few genuinely characterful hotels in the Aargau region. Earning 16 GaultMillau points puts the cooking well above standard hotel fare. The Historic Loft Premium (Room 111) — with its original 17th-century ceiling and wall murals plus a direct view over the monastery — is a legitimate one-of-a-kind room. Also a certified Swiss Bike Hotel and Design & Lifestyle Hotel per Switzerland Tourism.
Three buildings, one hotel, 400 years of hospitality. Hotel Caspar sits directly across the road from Kloster Muri, an 11th-century Benedictine monastery, and the contrast is very much the point. The two historic inns — Adler and Ochsen 1596, the latter dating to the year its name suggests — were gutted and meticulously restored by Swiss architect Tilla Theus, then connected to a striking new building, Haus Wolf, named after 18th-century Alpine painter Caspar Wolf (1735–1783). The result is 50 rooms spanning cozy singles to loft suites with freestanding bathtubs, two restaurants with serious culinary credentials (16 GaultMillau points), and an event hall with exceptional acoustics — all in a quiet Aargau village 25km from Zurich.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Double Plus Room
19–22 sqm rooms in Haus Wolf. Slightly larger than the standard Double, same oak floors and Schramm mattress spec. Good step-up room for couples wanting a bit more breathing room without going full loft.
King / Double (1.60m wide boxspring) · 20 sqm
Double Room
17–19 sqm rooms spread across Haus Wolf and Haus Adler. Oak wood floors, 1.60m wide boxspring bed with Schramm mattresses, designer furniture. Bright and quietly situated. Standard double comforts without excess — clean-lined and functional.
King / Double (1.60m wide boxspring) · 18 sqm
Duplex
33–36 sqm two-level rooms located in the historic Haus Ochsen. Lower floor has the bathroom, separate WC, work desk, and a sitting area with pull-out sofa. A curved staircase leads up to the sleeping area on the upper floor. 1.60m wide Schramm bed. The contrast of modern interiors within a 300-year-old building is the main draw here.
King / Double (1.60m wide boxspring) · 34 sqmDuplex Premium
44 sqm two-level suite in Haus Ochsen, the largest duplex option. Same two-floor layout as the Duplex but more spacious: lower level with bathroom, living area and pull-out sofa; upper floor bedroom with Schramm mattresses. Two Schramm mattresses on the bed for added comfort. Designer furniture throughout.
King (1.60m wide boxspring with two Schramm mattresses) · 44 sqmHistoric Loft Premium
40 sqm room in Haus Adler — Room 111 is the single most remarkable room in the hotel. Original 17th-century wall and ceiling paintings are preserved throughout the space, making it feel more like a museum apartment than a hotel room. Direct monastery view from the window. Boxspring bed with Schramm mattress, oak floors. History lovers will find it worth every franc.
King / Double (boxspring) · 40 sqmLoft
24–30 sqm loft rooms in Haus Wolf and Haus Adler. More individual character than the standard doubles, with higher ceilings and a more open feel. Oak floors, 1.60m Schramm bed, designer furniture. Good mid-tier choice.
King / Double (1.60m wide boxspring) · 27 sqmLoft Premium
37 sqm loft in Haus Wolf. The showpiece room in the new building. Freestanding bathtub positioned in the middle of the room — a genuine design statement. Double shower with two shower heads. Oversized 2.10m wide Schramm bed. Good for a special occasion without booking the historic room.
King (2.10m wide oversized boxspring) · 37 sqmSingle Room
Compact single rooms primarily located in Haus Wolf (new building) and Haus Adler. Oak wood floors throughout, boxspring bed with Schramm mattresses, selected designer furniture. Quiet setting. Good for solo business or leisure travellers who don't need much space.
The Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Switzerland Tourism lists thematic programmes available to hotel guests including cheese tastings, farm aperitifs, escape rooms, and boat trips on nearby Lake Hallwil. These are experience packages bookable through the hotel.
The Caspar Wolf Hall hosts a regular programme of cultural events (concerts, performances) thanks to its exceptional acoustics. Check murikultur.ch for current programme before booking.
The hotel has its own e-bikes available for guests to rent to explore the Freiamt countryside and surrounding region. The area has good cycling routes connecting nearby towns, forests, and Lake Hallwil.
The 11th-century Benedictine Kloster Muri is directly next to the hotel. It has a museum and the Klosterkirche (monastery church). Walking time from the front door: essentially zero — it's across the road.
Hotel guests receive a discounted rate at the nearby personal training studio absolut-you.ch, a 100 sqm facility just a short walk from Haus Adler. Offers 1:1 sessions including strength training, functional training, and HIIT. Equipment includes power racks, kettlebells, dumbbells, air bike, and sled. Protein shake and towels included. Booking via Calendly.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Officially designated Swiss Bike Hotel. Bicycle stands beside the hotel. Hotel-owned e-bikes available for hire.
Two smaller private rooms in Haus Ochsen suitable for smaller meetings, seminars, or private celebrations.
Architecturally striking event hall connecting Haus Wolf and Haus Ochsen. Capacity up to 130–140 people. Excellent acoustics, used for weddings, corporate events, seminars, and cultural performances.
The Adler Lounge serves cocktails, long drinks, and snacks. Connected to the Gaststube Adler dining room.
Continental and hot buffet breakfast served daily from 07:30–10:00. Includes warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruit. Surcharge applies (not complimentary).
Tiefgarage (underground car park) plus surface parking around the hotel. Charges apply.
Dogs allowed, including in the Adler restaurant. Call ahead to confirm charges and policies.
The hotel does not have a pool.
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