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background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb25.2604px|0px|0px|0px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb1_2,1_2&Prime;][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbTexte\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb background_layout=\u00a0\u00bbdark\u00a0\u00bb inline_fonts=\u00a0\u00bbLato\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Hotel Dolder Grand<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span><span class=\"_ZCm r-iwbZGMKViv8g kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwiUs5_56LTXAhWc2YMKHdJwBpAQ200I9wEwGA\">Set in a stately building dating from 1899, this posh hotel offers views of the Alps and Lake Zurich. It&rsquo;s a 4-minute walk from the nearest funicular stop and 2.3 km from the Kunsthaus <span class=\"_dgc kd-hc\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwiUs5_56LTXAhWc2YMKHdJwBpAQ3E0I-QEwGA\"><span class=\"_J5e\">Z\u00fcrich art museum.<\/span><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/p>\n<p>Refined rooms provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms. Upgraded rooms have balconies and lake or mountain views, while the suites add whirlpool tubs. Some suites offer living rooms and butler service, or saunas and terraces.<\/span><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/p>\n<p>A shuttle to downtown Zurich is free. The hotel has 2 restaurants and a seasonal dining terrace, plus a lounge and a bar with live piano music. The spa offers an indoor pool, a gym and aesthetic treatments.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Dodler-Grand-web.jpg\u00a0\u00bb align_tablet=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb align_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbImage\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; animation_style=\u00a0\u00bbslide\u00a0\u00bb animation_direction=\u00a0\u00bbleft\u00a0\u00bb animation_duration=\u00a0\u00bb500ms\u00a0\u00bb animation_intensity_slide=\u00a0\u00bb10%\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb align_phone=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; custom_padding_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbsection\u00a0\u00bb module_id=\u00a0\u00bblayouts\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_color=\u00a0\u00bb#1c1c1c\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb0px|0px|49px|0px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb50px|0|50px|0&Prime; custom_padding_phone=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb column_padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbrow\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb25.2604px|0px|4px|0px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb1_2,1_2&Prime;][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbTexte\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb background_layout=\u00a0\u00bbdark\u00a0\u00bb inline_fonts=\u00a0\u00bbLato\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Palace Luzern<\/strong><strong><br \/><\/strong><span><span class=\"_ZCm r-irR8BXC7FPng kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ200I6wEwGA\"><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span><span class=\"_ZCm r-irR8BXC7FPng kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ200I6wEwGA\"><br \/>Overlooking Lake Lucerne, this upscale hotel is 1.1 km from the Lion Monument, 1.2 km from Luzern train station and 1.6 km from the Swiss Museum of Transport. <span class=\"_dgc kd-hc\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ3E0I7QEwGA\"><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"field field-name-field-description-text-2cols field-type-text-long field-label-hidden view-mode-default\">\n<div class=\"field-items\">\n<p><span><span class=\"_ZCm r-irR8BXC7FPng kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ200I6wEwGA\"><span class=\"_dgc kd-hc\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ3E0I7QEwGA\"><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"field-item even\">\n<p><span><span class=\"_ZCm r-irR8BXC7FPng kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ200I6wEwGA\"><span class=\"_dgc kd-hc\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjjh4aM6bTXAhWr5oMKHaJ7DKoQ3E0I7QEwGA\"><span class=\"_I5e\">The bright, elegantly decorated rooms &amp; suites come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and city or lake views. Suites add airy living areas and access to an club lounge with a rooftop terrace. Room service is also available.<\/span><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A breakfast buffet is offered for a fee in a polished cafe. There&rsquo;s also a refined seafood restaurant with a lake-view terrace, a well as a cozy bar and a cigar lounge. Other amenities include a gym and a posh spa.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/luzern-web.jpg\u00a0\u00bb align_tablet=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb align_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbImage\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb animation_style=\u00a0\u00bbslide\u00a0\u00bb animation_direction=\u00a0\u00bbleft\u00a0\u00bb animation_duration=\u00a0\u00bb500ms\u00a0\u00bb animation_intensity_slide=\u00a0\u00bb10%\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb align_phone=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; custom_padding_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbsection\u00a0\u00bb module_id=\u00a0\u00bblayouts\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_color=\u00a0\u00bb#1c1c1c\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb0px|0px|49px|0px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb50px|0|50px|0&Prime; custom_padding_phone=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb column_padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbrow\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb25.2604px|0px|0px|0px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb1_2,1_2&Prime;][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbTexte\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb background_layout=\u00a0\u00bbdark\u00a0\u00bb inline_fonts=\u00a0\u00bbLato\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Grand Hotel Zermatterhof<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span><span class=\"_ZCm r-iqoO_bC7snEc kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjDl9uz6bTXAhXh6YMKHUatAfQQ200I9AEwGA\">Dating from 1879, this upscale alpine hotel is 8 minutes&rsquo; walk from Gornergrat railway and 700 m from Matterhorn Ski Paradise. <span class=\"_dgc kd-hc\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwjDl9uz6bTXAhXh6YMKHUatAfQQ3E0I9gEwGA\"><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/p>\n<p>Decorated with earth tones, the elegant rooms and suites feature mountain views, free Wi-Fi and Nespresso machines. Upgraded rooms have balconies and\/or sitting areas; suites add living areas with pull-out sofas and flat-screens. Upgraded suites offer fireplaces and designer furnishings.<\/span><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/p>\n<p>Breakfast is free, and there&rsquo;s a posh restaurant, a brasserie and a cheese cafe, plus 2 bars and a smoking lounge. Other amenities include an indoor pool, and a spa with saunas and a Jacuzzi. 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Both Bern and Basel have historic M\u00fcnsters of cathedrals<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stay active:\u00a0 ski in Zermatt, hike or walk in Alpine landscapes among wildflowers , swim in glacier-fed lakes, bike along lakes or through terraced vineyards.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Take a scenic train ride:\u00a0 The steepest cogwheel train in the world -- with a 48-degree gradient -- takes you to the top of Mount Pilatus, a 2,100m (6,888-ft.) summit overlooking Lucerne. From the top, you'll have a panoramic sweep that stretches all the way to Italy. But also experience the Glacier Express or Bernina Express, where you can marvel at the feats of engineering amid spectacular scenery.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Dine on fondue\u2014a classic dish made with delicious Swiss cheese and wine and visit chocolate factories.\r\nSwitzerland\u2019s central location in Europe makes it an easy combination with destinations in France, Germany, Italy, Austria and other nearby countries.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Relax:\u00a0 During a spa treatment at favorite Swiss resorts, including the Dolder Grand, Beau-Rivage Palace and Badrutt\u2019s Palace.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nSwitzerland\u2019s central location in Europe makes it an easy combination with destinations in France, Germany, Italy, Austria and other nearby countries.\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<strong>Essential Europe\u2019s recommended hotels<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<strong>Hotel Dolder Grand<\/strong>\r\n\r\nEnjoying a privileged location in natural surroundings above Zurich, next to the cog railway station, The Dolder Grand offers a 4,000 m\u00b2 spa, 2 award-winning restaurants, and free Wi-Fi access.\r\n\r\nAll rooms have a flat-screen satellite TV and are equipped with bathrobes and slippers. They offer views over Zurich, Lake Zurich, the Alps, or the nearby forest.\r\n\r\nThe exclusive Dolder Grand Spa (4,000 square metres) includes a large pool with panoramic views, a ladies\u2019 and gentlemen\u2019s spa, fitness facilities, 18 treatment rooms and 2 Spa Suites. It offers a wide selection of facials, massages and body rituals.\r\n\r\nIn the 14 Gault Millau points awarded Saltz Restaurant and in The Bar, guests can enjoy modern international cuisine and a wide selection of fine wines and drinks. Innovative gourmet dishes are served in The Restaurant, which has been awarded 18 Gault Millau points and 2 Michelin stars.\r\n\r\nGuests can also take advantage of a free shuttle service to the city centre. A limousine service is available upon request.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedoldergrand.com\/en\/?gclid=CjwKEAjwgdS-BRDA7fT68f6s8zMSJADZwHmvolZSAGYbwJoiTsH3XV81nrOwJw3-UyExAl7rkBs-ehoCI5Xw_wcB\">https:\/\/www.thedoldergrand.com\/en\/?gclid=CjwKEAjwgdS-BRDA7fT68f6s8zMSJADZwHmvolZSAGYbwJoiTsH3XV81nrOwJw3-UyExAl7rkBs-ehoCI5Xw_wcB<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<strong>Palace Luzern<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis property is 11 minutes walk from the beach. A luxurious grand hotel dating from 1906, the 5-star superior hotel Palace Luzern is located right on the shore of Lake Lucerne, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Guests benefit from a spa area, a restaurant, and free WiFi access.\r\n\r\nThe elegant Palace Spa features a steam bath, sauna, aromatherapy showers, relaxation room and gym, as well as the unique Klangschale (singing bowl). For couples, the exclusive Private Spa, with its view of the lake and mountains, is available.\r\n\r\nPalace Luzern\u2019s spacious and elegant rooms and suites are furnished in a Belle \u00c9poque style and feature a free minibar, air conditioning, and a smart TV. Most rooms offer lake views and a balcony or terrace.\r\n\r\nFine fish cuisine can be enjoyed in the Marlin restaurant. In nice weather, you can dine on the large terrace located right on the lakeshore promenade.\r\n\r\nIn the Palace Bar & Living Room, traditional afternoon tea and a selection of snacks and sweet dishes from the in-house pastry shop are offered. A Sunday brunch is also available.\r\n\r\nThe Old Town and the Chapel Bridge are 0.6 miles away and can be reached in a pleasant walk along the lakeshore promenade.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.palace-luzern.ch\/\">https:\/\/www.palace-luzern.ch\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Grand Hotel Zermatterhof<\/strong>\r\n\r\nFirst opened in 1879, Grand Hotel Zermatterhof is a traditional luxury establishment in a central but peaceful location in Zermatt. It features 3 restaurants, free WiFi access, and the Vita Borni spa area with a spacious pool, a sauna landscape, treatment rooms, and a private spa for couples.\r\n\r\nGuests are picked up from the train station by the Zermatterhof's white horse-drawn carriage.\r\n\r\nThe individually furnished rooms and suites offer panoramic views of the mountains. Most rooms even offer views of the Matterhorn. In addition, all rooms feature a kettle with Ronnefeldt tea, a Nespresso coffee machine, complimentary mineral water and soft drinks from the minibar, as well as fresh fruit and wine upon arrival.\r\n\r\nThe Zermatterhof's restaurants include the Alpine Gourmet Prato Borni, which has been awarded 14 points from GaultMillau, serving Valais-style cuisine in a sophisticated atmosphere. The Brasserie Lusi offers fine dishes with a French touch, and at the saycheese! Restaurant, guests can enjoy traditional Swiss cheese dishes such as fondue and raclette. Classic afternoon tea is served daily in the Rudenbar and the Stars Bar features live piano music every day. A smoker's lounge is available and open all day.\r\n\r\nThe restaurant terrace, the 2 bars and the hotel garden are suitable for receptions. There are 5 modern, air-conditioned rooms for banquets and conferences for between 5 and 250 people.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/zermatterhof.ch\/\"><strong>http:\/\/zermatterhof.ch\/<\/strong><\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hotel Olden<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe Hotel Olden is a charming, traditional boutique hotel in the centre of Gstaad's traffic-free pedestrian zone, and is a popular meeting point for the jet set and the locals. Valet parking is offered free of charge.\r\n\r\nEnjoy exquisite cuisine including a wide range of specialities from the Mediterranean and spend peaceful nights in the charming yet elegant rooms.\r\n\r\nYour car can be parked for free on site or in the hotel garage at an additional cost.\r\n\r\nWireless internet is available in the entire hotel free of charge and wired internet access is provided in the lobby free of charge.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hotelolden.com\/en\/\"><strong>http:\/\/www.hotelolden.com\/en\/<\/strong><\/a>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-570","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/570","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=570"}],"version-history":[{"count":43,"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/570\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8097,"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/570\/revisions\/8097"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/86"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=570"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}