Bürgenstock Hotels & Resort - Taverne 1879

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Free WiFi

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About this property

Bürgenstock Hotels & Resorts - Pension Taverne 1879 is set on the Bürgenberg mountain, 450 metres above Lake Lucerne in the canton of Nidwalden near Lucerne in the Bürgenstock Resort. All Alpine chalet- style rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, an iPod docking station, and a modern bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The resort offers 10 restaurants with terraces and panoramic views of the lake and the mountains. The Bürgenstock Alpine Spa as well as the Waldhotel Spa is available for all Taverne 1879 guests for a surcharge. The Resort features its own Kids Club, which welcomes children between 3 - 12 years of age. The Hammetschwand lift, Europe's highest outdoor lift, and an Alpine golf course are located nearby. Guests can enjoy hiking and mountain biking in the area. The hotel guests can access the Bürgenstock Boat Shuttle as well as a funicular from and to Lucerne during their entire stay free of charge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 7 restaurants
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, American

  • Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Matt
Switzerland Switzerland
“I really appreciated the whole establishments. Personel very friendly and professional, food amazing including scrumptious breakfast. Of course the spa is outstanding with an exceptional view on the lake. Asian kitchen is amazing and even cinema...”
Vincent
Switzerland Switzerland
“Perfection! All is perfect, the location, the place, the hotel, the restaurants, the view and most of it the staff. Everyone is kind, professional and super helpful. Food is great, SPA is awesome and the view is pefect. Incredible experience.”
Marije
Netherlands Netherlands
“Okay first up, the resort was amazing. The room was cool too but something’s where amazing and others not so. With this hotel you got breakfast with it the breakfast was in the waldhotel and I can surely say that it was amazing!!! With the hotel...”
Gabi
Switzerland Switzerland
“Ich war nur 1 Nacht dort. Habe aber die super Aussichtsterrasse mit Sonnen-Untergang und -Aufgang genossen. Der Hammetschwandlift ist in der Nähe und gut zu Fuss erreichbar. Ich habe das Hotel auf meinem Wanderweekend genutzt. Dieses Ressort...”
Didier
France France
“Réservation faite à la taverne mais hébergement au Waldhotel. La chambre est immense et très fonctionnelle, la vue montagne est fabuleuse (quand la météo est favorable). Le personnel très disponible et professionnel. Le funiculaire et le bateau...”
Veronique
Belgium Belgium
“Zeer mooi hotel, mooie locatie. Ontbijt was heel goed en restaurant spices is een aanrader.”
Jodi
United States United States
“We were upgraded to a different part of the hotel, it was beautiful! The property is magnificent! We enjoyed the funicular and boat ride into Lucerne, that is a great option to have at the property.”
Kavita
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel and location. Exceptional lake and Alpine views and walks. Great experience, worth a visit! Spices restaurant was amazing! Staff, food and ambiance all memorable. Breakfast is great too! Cigar lounge, Cinema room and bar lounge...”
Gregory
Austria Austria
“Breakfast buffet included fresh and healthy selections with an omelette station, juicing options, and fresh baked pastries. Positive and attentive staff always there to fulfill any requests. The atmosphere was relaxed with spectacular valley views.”
Yildiz
Switzerland Switzerland
“Das Frühstück ist exzellent, der Aussicht einfach traumhaft.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

7 restaurants on site
Restaurant Taverne 1879
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Lunch
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Oak Grill & Pool Patio
  • Cuisine
    Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Parisa - Persian Cuisine
  • Cuisine
    Middle Eastern
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Spices Kitchen & Terrace
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • Indian • Japanese • Sushi • Thai • Asian
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Lakeview Bar & Cigar Lounge
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan
Osteria Alpina Terrazza
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Seven Kitchens at Verbena Restaurant & Bar
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • French • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Middle Eastern • Sushi • Thai • Local • Asian • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

Bürgenstock Hotels & Resort - Taverne 1879 takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroEC-CardCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 5 rooms, ( 5 rooms included) or more stays longer than 5 nights ( 5 nights included) different policies and additional supplements may apply. The Alpine Spa is available for a surcharge. Please note that Spa access is limitted for children to some hours in the day. The resort activities and offerings are subject to seasonality.

Please note that Spa access is only included in some room types

Spa and pool access for children is limited to some hours in the day

Resort activities and offerings are subject to Seasonality.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Bürgenstock Hotels & Resort - Taverne 1879 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.