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Hotel Vadian

2.5 star property
Hotel in St. Gallen

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Superior Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m) | Living area
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Romantic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Nebengebäude 100m) | Living area
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Superior Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m) | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is €167
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Room options

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Classic Studio (Nebengebäude 100m)

Classic Studio (Nebengebäude 100m)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Nebengebäude 100m) | Living area

Romantic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Nebengebäude 100m)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 120 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m)

Standard Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m)

Standard Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room (Hauptgebäude)

Superior Double or Twin Room (Hauptgebäude)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room (Hauptgebäude) | Room amenity

Standard Double or Twin Room (Hauptgebäude)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m)

Superior Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m) | Living area

Superior Double Room (Nebengebäude 250m)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in St. Gallen, Hotel Vadian is in the city centre and near a train station. Mühleggbahn Funicular and Passy Plaine-Joux Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Weingallerie Simone Lanz and Botanical Garden St. Gallen. Freizeit Santispark and Walter Zoo are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
36 Gallusstrasse, St. Gallen, 9000

What's nearby

  • Abbey Library of Saint Gall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Abbey of St. Gall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Theater St. Gallen - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of St. Gallen - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Gallen Trade Fair - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Gallen (QGL-St. Gallen Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Mörschwil S-Bahn - 10 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gallusplatz - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chocolaterie am Klosterplatz - ‬2 min walk
  • Confiserie Roggwiller
  • ‪la bocca City - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Assunta - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vadian

Hotel in the city centre
You can look forward to a terrace, an art gallery on-site and a shopping centre on-site at Hotel Vadian. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • A lift, free newspapers and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free newspapers.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (CHF 17 per night); discounts available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered parking on site (CHF 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CHF 17.95 for adults and CHF 12.50 for children

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1901
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (6:30 AM - noon) and Monday - Friday (4:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Mainbuilding of the hotel (Hauptgebäude)]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's breakfast for guests from the anex buildings is served at the mainbuilding of the hotel, located 100-250 meters away.
Reception hours are 8 AM to noon and 4-9 PM on Saturday and 8 AM to noon on Sunday.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 3 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are available for CHF 20.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 17.95 for adults and from CHF 12.50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: CHF 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 17.00 per night (328 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 2.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Vadian Garni St. Gallen
Vadian Garni St. Gallen
Vadian Garni
Hotel Vadian Hotel
Hotel Vadian Garni
Hotel Vadian St. Gallen
Hotel Vadian Hotel St. Gallen

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Vadian pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vadian?

As of 12 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vadian on 13 Aug 2025 start from €158.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Vadian?

Self-parking is available for CHF 25.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Vadian?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Vadian?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Vadian located?

Located in the heart of St. Gallen, this hotel is steps away from Abbey Library of Saint Gall, St. Gallen Small Theater and Mühleggbahn Funicular. Abbey of St. Gall and Textile Museum are just steps away. St. Gallen (QGL-St. Gallen Train Station) is 10 minutes by foot and St. Gallen Station is 14 minutes.

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Hotel Vadian Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 318 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet.The room was an OK size. The bathroom was a bit small but with the sink being in a separate area there was good space. The hotel is right on the doorstep of the Abbey District and other attractions are a short walk away. There is also good public transport connections nearby if you're looking to travel out further. The train station is a 10 minute walk from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but lovely hotel and area. Wonderful visit, we would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Needs real improvement.

Great location. The rest is pretty ordinary and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

I expected no stairs since it has a lift but to reach the lift are about 8 steps. Poor breakfast. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesare

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zainab Kabir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the cleanliness and services of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming hotel, right in the center of St Gallen

A wonderful little place, in the midst of the historic part of town. Charming, extremely helpful staff, very good breakfast. I would re-book here in a second, we had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicente Chun Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The brand new bathroom is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Practically right next to St Gallen Library

We had a great experience. We initially visited St Gallen just to go to The Library, and didn’t realize how close this hotel was to the library. If we ever make it back here, I will definitely book this hotel. We loved this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe handy to station Clean clean!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 4 nights and had a great time, I would very much recommend this hotel and we would definitely stay there again. Joe and Mimi

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful rooms and setting

Right in the middle of the old town, beautiful rooms in a medieval building. Electonic key on the smartphone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small hotel was amazing. The room was spotless, and the bed was great. They had a portable ac unit which we needed. Breakfast was nice. The staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked into a quiet stone street just around the corner from the Abbey and the old town, we lucked out and ended up here, at the best place to stay when exploring St. Gallen for the first time. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
This hotel caters almost exclusively to tour groups. It was very noticeable throughout my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great location in the center of the city. The historic area has great shopping options. You can't check in until 4:00pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have taught at the University of St. Gallen twice a year for years, but never stayed at the Vadian. Don't be fooled by the two stars, it's a first-rate hotel, great location (a few blocks from the railway station and steps to the wildly Baroque abbey church). After more than 200 trips to Europe, I known European hotels, and the Vadian is great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Urs

Rooms are very good with good desk location good ! Reception only opens at 4 pm a problem for early overseas arrival!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Spot!

The hotel is very clean, well kept. The corridors are long and many doors and odd stairs tricky with luggage. Otherwise excellent location. In the old town. Handy little kitchen next to our room. Would definitely go back to this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit far away from the train station but acceptable. Check in time in the afternoon (after 4pm) is not desirable. The breakfast is simple and basic. The room is neat and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Narrow steps and old world charm

We arrived late. The directions for the remote entry were confusing. Florian provided great customer service to get us to our room. Breakfast was delightful. The air conditioning unit was welcome. Close to the old town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was newly refurbished. Rooms were very small. Check in was awkward, a few hours during the day the office is closed. We checked in on a Sunday and the office had closed at noon??? Had to figure out how to call the office, finally got thru and some one was there just shut the door. Ask all your questions because alot of information is not given unless you ask.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very low quality - ok for young backpakers

Difficult to get to this hotel from the train station, the streets are a maize and frequently unmarked. The hotel is not open until 4:00PM, there are a few lockers to store a suitcase. A carryon size suitcase is the largest that fits and you must have a two-franc coin to access the locker or you'll be toting your luggage all day. Their is an elevator but you need to take the bags up one flight of stairs to get to it! The room is very cramped! No furniture, just a table, so you must "live" out of your suitcase. The bathroom is so small the door huts the toilet so you must close the door to use the bathroom. The sink in the room, not in the bathroom. For a similar price we had far superior hotels throughout Switzerland, many even included breakfast. This place is just a little better than a youth hostel bust much more expensive. The staff are friendly but that does not make up for the many inconveniences.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dietrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mitten im Kloster Bezirk, sehr schöne, historische Umgebung. Viel gute gastronomische AuswahlWir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025