St. Gallen Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in St. Gallen, Canton of St. Gallen

You’ll probably want to seek out the historically relevant sites while you’re staying in St. Gallen. Also discover all there is to see and do including the breweries and monuments.

Based on our travel expertise, TouchBed City Apartments St. Gallen is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Abbey of St. Gall is a short walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Radisson Blu Hotel, St. Gallen and Hotel Vadian.

In St. Gallen, there are 54 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

St. Gallen is notable for landmarks like Abbey of St. Gall, Theater St. Gallen and St. Laurenzen Church. Cultural venues include Abbey Library of Saint Gall, Textile Museum and St. Gallen Small Theater. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Grand Casino St. Gallen and Kybunpark.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in St. Gallen, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in St. Gallen, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.