Why This Luxe Lake Zurich Retreat Is The Perfect Summer Escape

Ah, summer in Switzerland! From sparkling blue waters to breathtaking alpine vistas and idyllic temps—this is the season to visit the City of Water. Better yet, check into La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich, a circa-1909 Belle Époque fave—with its classic blue-and-white striped window dressings—that’s the perfect warm-weather oasis from dreamy water vistas to all-out Swiss opulence. Here, a few highlights that make this oh-so-chic Lake Zurich retreat summer’s best splurge.

Views, Views, Views. Thanks to a covetable address smack on Lake Zurich’s shores, the hotel’s locale is the ideal spot to savor glistening water vistas backdropped by the region’s awe-inspiring Alps. Straight out the front doors, you can take a dip in the lake’s historic swimming lido or stroll along the tree-canopied waterfront promenade sprinkled with inviting benches fronting the stunning scene. Or wander the oh-so-charming Old Town with its quaint cafes and boutiques housed in gingerbread-style abodes.

Historic with a boatload of fresh style. Set within a majestic turn-of-the-century building that would make any architecture-lover flip, the light-flooded interiors wow with contemporary yacht-club chic decor (thanks to designer Philippe Starck). And with just 40 rooms—most with whopping balconies and panoramic views—it feels like your own private lakehouse. In other words, it’s summertime bliss when you mash the intimate vibe with eye-popping Lake Zurich vistas, spanning the swoon-worthy skyline and beyond.

Swiss gourmet paradise? Yes, please! After a day exploring the sites, the hotel’s Eden Kitchen & Bar is the perfect respite for lunch (and delish cocktails!) with its creative global cuisine-meets-Zurich flair and dramatic open-kitchen concept. In the evening, hit the hotel’s rooftop La Muña eatery for mouthwatering Japanese-Peruvian dishes and unrivaled 360-degree sites.

And since Switzerland’s rail system connects you to every dreamy destination, why not make it an epic summer getaway? Hop on Trainline to easily plan all your day trips in one app—be it strolling beautiful Basel, Geneva’s gorgeous waterfront stretch, or cruising Lake Como’s villa-strewn shores. Then snag luxe car service Blacklane for a chauffeured ride straight back to the hotel for the ultimate lakeside haven.