Hotel Restaurant Spa Torkel
Cozy 4-star Superior wellness boutique — warm reclaimed-wood interiors, family hospitality, gourmet dining, and a proper spa. Not flashy, but genuinely polished. Think Bavarian lakeside comfort done seriously.
Book the Noblesse Gold or Juniorsuite Gold specifically for the balcony Jacuzzi — not every room has one even within the same category, so confirm at booking
Why It Matters
Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant run by the Stoppel family fourth generation; one of very few small hotels on the quieter northeastern German shore of Lake Constance with a full-service spa and fine-dining under one roof. Tablet Hotels listed. Rooms start at €179 and the top-tier suite goes to €729, with ¾ gourmet half-board typically included.
A four-generation family operation since 1927, Hotel Torkel is a compact 18-room 4-Star Superior property in the small lakeside village of Nonnenhorn on the German shore of Lake Constance (Bodensee). Chef Alexander Stoppel earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for his fine-dining restaurant. And the spa — with Finnish sauna, bio-sauna with color-light therapy, a 9x5m heated outdoor pool, and the 'Feuerraum' fire-and-tea relaxation room — punches well above its size.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Comfort
From EUR179 / nightThe entry-level room. Some — but not all — have a balcony. Elegant furnishings, Molton Brown toiletries, and garden/nature views. Located in the Gästehaus (guest house), accessible via stairs only.
26 sqmJuniorsuite Gold
From EUR409 / nightThe pick for families. 45 sqm of old-wood warmth with a balcony Jacuzzi, Raindance shower, and an infrared chair. Uniquely, it has a separate children's room fitted with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and its own TV. Rituals amenities included.
45 sqmNoblesse Gold
From EUR359 / nightSame warm old-wood feel as the Silver, but with the key upgrade: a private whirlpool on the balcony. The Raindance walk-in shower is there too, along with Molton Brown toiletries and modern lounge furniture.
36 sqmNoblesse Silver
From EUR349 / nightFreshly renovated rooms wrapped in warm reclaimed old-wood panelling. Walk-in Raindance shower, French balcony with Lake Constance views, and Rituals full-body amenities complimentary. Modern sofas round things out.
34 sqm
Suite
From EUR409 / nightThe largest room at 68 sqm. Charming and modern, with a private balcony for sunrises and sunsets over the surrounding landscape. A proper bathtub, Rituals full-body amenities, coffee machine. Located in the Gästehaus.
68 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Seasonal open-air BBQ evening on the hotel terrace. Open-air grill stations including Big Green Egg and Azado grill. Live grilling with an Argentine master chef. Recurring event — 2026 date confirmed as Sunday 14 June.
Hotel-owned e-bikes available by appointment for exploring the Lake Constance region. Book in advance; subject to availability. Included in the list of complimentary services (bookable by appointment).
Complimentary train travel between Nonnenhorn and Lindau during your stay. Lindau's island old town is 7km away and reachable in minutes.
Direct access to the Lake Constance shoreline trail network. The Pfänder mountain overlooking Germany, Austria, and Switzerland is a nearby highlight.
SUP on Lake Constance available through the hotel's leisure programme.
In-house gym with Technogym cardio and strength equipment. Complimentary for hotel guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting and conference room available (Tagungen).
Dedicated wine cellar with curated selection to accompany the fine-dining restaurant.
State-of-the-art cardio and strength machines from Technogym.
Roomy gardens with deckchairs for sunbathing.
Complimentary entry to the separate heated public outdoor pool of Nonnenhorn during opening hours.
Heated outdoor pool available to hotel guests. Day Spa guests can also access at €30/person.
A spacious fire-lit relaxation room adjoining a tea room — the centrepiece of the spa area for post-sauna recovery.
A softer-heat bio-sauna enhanced with color-light therapy for added relaxation.
Complimentary transfer from Nonnenhorn train station (100m away).
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