The Wilden Mann is on Bahnhofstrasse 30 in the heart of the Old Town, and it looks and feels like a historic inn because it is one. The hotel grew from seven old houses, was first mentioned as a restaurant in 1517 and has been operating as a hotel since 1860. It has 48 rooms, about thirty of them twin rooms, and rooms are refreshed on a rolling basis with a few renovated each year. A rustic Burgerstube serves traditional Swiss dishes, and the Sauvage restaurant holds 14 Gault Millau points, with dishes such as beef stroganoff and chateaubriand prepared at the table. There is a lift, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a terrace, and bikes and pets are welcome. The Kesselturm parking garage is next door.
Location and getting around
You are in the Old Town, so the Chapel Bridge, the lake promenade and the main squares are all minutes away on foot. The station is a short walk, and a car is not needed in the city. If you are driving, the Kesselturm garage next door solves parking. Evenings in the Old Town are lively, so ask for a courtyard or upper-floor room if you are sensitive to noise.
Rooms and facilities
Because the hotel is a patchwork of historic houses, rooms vary in size and layout, and some are small. That is part of the charm, but it is worth asking for a larger room if space matters. The restaurants are the other attraction, with a traditional Burgerstube for casual meals and the Sauvage for a more formal evening. The terrace is pleasant in good weather, and the lift makes the upper floors accessible.
Who it suits
Couples and travellers who want atmosphere and a central address, and anyone who would rather walk to dinner than take a taxi. It suits families less well than larger hotels, though twin rooms help. In November the Old Town is quieter and the restaurants feel cosy. Check whether breakfast is included in your rate, ask about quiet rooms and consider booking a table at the Sauvage when you reserve the room.
Why stay here
- ✓48 rooms in seven historic houses
- ✓Burgerstube restaurant
- ✓Sauvage restaurant
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Lift
- ✓Free Wi-Fi and air conditioning
- ✓Parking garage next door
- ✓Bike-friendly and pets welcome
Good questions
Where is the Wilden Mann?+
On Bahnhofstrasse in the Old Town, a few minutes on foot from the Chapel Bridge and the lake.
Is there parking?+
The Kesselturm parking garage is next door, so driving guests have a simple option.
How old is the hotel?+
The building was first mentioned as a restaurant in 1517 and has operated as a hotel since 1860.
