4 Best Hotels in St. Gallen, Eastern Switzerland

On the edge of the Old Town, this former embroidery factory is now an upscale hotel with sleek interiors (polished cabinetry, subdued floral fabrics), a uniformed staff, and a five-star attitude. There's a generous breakfast buffet, laid out in the skylighted top-floor loft, but it's an additional cost. The bar is dark, leathery, and appropriate for the business-class clientele. A modern annex houses more rooms, and guests have free access to an adjacent fitness center and spa.

A 10-minute walk from the Old Town, this glass-and-steel business hotel has modern rooms with spacious baths. The hotel staff is outgoing and extremely accommodating. Many locals and tourists come to try their luck at the casino.

This stylish, comfortable, and centrally located hotel near the St. Gallen train station has a friendly staff and offers free Wi-Fi. Recently refreshed, the updated rooms nod to St. Gallen's textile roots, and feature fabrics from Jakob Schlaepfer and Christian Fischbacher. Rain showers are featured in all bathrooms.