WELCOME TO THE
CITY & LAKE RESORT
SUMMER EDITION
As a Widder hotel guest, you benefit from the entire range of offers of our unique City & Lake Resort with the City & Lake Resort Guest Card. Board the hotel's own Alex boat at the Storchensteg and let the captain take you to Thalwil, where another oasis right on the water awaits you. From star cuisine in the Widder Restaurant and La Rôtisserie to a relaxing wellness break in Alex Lake Zurich - the range of offers is broad and spectacular.
Dive into our events and package offers or discover your new favorite hotspots on our interactive City & Lake Resort Map.
SUMMER IN THE CITY
How about a cultural trip through the city of Zurich? Or would you prefer a nature experience on the hotel pedalo on Lake Zurich? Stand Up Paddle and cooling cocktails on Zurich's most famous roof terrace? We make it possible!
Our Summer in the City offers are as individual as your travel wishes. They range from a romantic tête à tête in the city's most exclusive locations - Table for two - to water fun for the whole family. For the culinary variety in between and after, our hotel complex with two hotels will take care of it.
News
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Our Zur Schtund goes "Summer Schtund"
Exclusive champagne from Perrier-Jouët, wines from Terreni alla Maggia from Ticino, meat patties from the Chateau de Raymontpierre farm in the Jura, and three different tarte flambée are among the offerings. For the sweet side, there is ice cream made from the best ingredients from Schlattgut in Herrliberg. The SummerSchtund: this is where Zurich is unwinding this summer.
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Castello del Sole is the Hotel of the Year 2022
Fantastic news at the beginning of the week: Our sister hotel "Castello del Sole" in Ascona was awarded "Hotel of the Year 2022" by the Guide GaultMillau Switzerland - for the second time after 2008. Congratulations!
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The Caminada Group and The Living Circle acquire Schauenstein Castle and cooperate
We are very pleased to inform you that The Living Circle, together with the Caminada Group, has acquired the properties in Fürstenau, Grisons, operated by top chef Andreas Caminada. We strive for a cooperation on different levels and expand the location Fürstenau.
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Ascona Riserva takes 3rd place in Falstaff's Merlot Trophy 2022
Falstaff once again went in search of the best Merlot in Switzerland. In third place, with 94 points, is the Ascona Merlot Riserva 2018 from Terreni alla Maggia. A spicy and flattering Merlot that matures for around 24 months in small French oak barrels. An acknowledgement of the great skill and flair that our Ascona winery demonstrates year after year when it comes to the Merlot grape.
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We are part of Responsible Hotels of Switzerland
26 Swiss lead companies of ecological and social sustainability, including all 4 hotels of The Living Circle, cooperate and found the Responsible Hotels of Switzerland. The hotel cooperation is a showcase for responsible travelers who are considerate of nature and people, but also want to experience enriching experiences that are close to nature. The cooperation promotes knowledge building and networks across industries.
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Restaurant Buech is back!
The reopening of the Buech restaurant in Herrliberg brings early spring feelings to The Living Circle. For 100 years, the Buech has preserved the charm of a genuine country pub. Creaking strap floors, venerably aged panelling and wooden tables will shine again on 1 March 2022.
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Sleep under a million stars
One should not only celebrate the summer in Zurich during the day. What could be better than a long summer night under the (almost!) open sky? On the only 7th floor of Zurich's old town, a unique sleeping experience is available for only a short time: our Bubble Suite at Widder Hotel.
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Falstaff Hotelier of the Year 2022
Jörg Arnold General Manager of the Storchen Zurich, Widder Hotel and Alex Lake Zurich, is pleased to receive the Falstaff "Hotelier of the Year" award in Switzerland. As part of the publication of the Falstaff Hotel Guide, the Castello del Sole was also awarded third place in the Gourmet Hotel category, followed by the Widder Hotel in 4th place. The Alex Lake Zurich took third place among the best Design Hotels in Switzerland. We are delighted about the awards.
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City & Lake Resort Guest Card
As a hotel guest in one of our three hotels Widder Hotel, Storchen Zürich or Alex Lake Zürich in the City & Lake Resort, you benefit from receiving our Guest Card with unique experiences. Commute free of charge with our in-house boat from the city to Thalwil and back or indulge in culinary delights in our 8 restaurants, 4 bars and 1 nightclub.
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Relax, Renew, Refresh
In the colder season, the more comfortable moments of well-being become more important in our everyday lives. These can be especially enjoyed in our Hotel Alex Lake Zurich and the new ALEX DAY SPA EXPERIENCE. Relaxing hours at our Spa, followed by a refreshing welcome drink, a relaxing massage of your choice and a healthy 2-course lunch directly on the shores of Lake Zurich.
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«Just» a table for 2 #alivingcirclemoment
Probably the biggest understatement for magical moments! Rendezvous on the Eiffel Tower is something anyone can do. Special moments in life demand very special places. You will find some of the most extraordinary and beautiful places in Switzerland for two at our «Just» a table for 2.
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A summer which promises unforgettable moments: Summer in Zurich a world of experience in our unique resort complex.
The Living Circle – is a hand-picked group of first-class hotels and restaurants in incomparably beautiful locations, run by dedicated hosts. Rice, vegetables, fruit and a whole array of exquisite products – including wine, of course – is whisked fresh from our own farms directly to your table. That is how we define luxury. That is The Living Circle – luxury fed by nature.
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