Ferienhotel Idyll Gais
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Offsite parking discounted rates availableFree beach shuttleLuggage storageFax/photocopyingSaunaPacked lunchesAll 36 facilities +
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Guest scores & sentiment
From 76 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-22
Guests praise the idyllic, quiet setting, traditional charm, and friendly staff. The breakfast is consistently highlighted as excellent with fresh local products. Main drawbacks include poor soundproofing, creaky floors, basic facilities, and dark paths at night.
Dimension scores · cross-source
Service9.6
Location9.3
Value8.8
Cleanliness8.8
Rooms8.4
Surroundings8.4
Facilities8.0
＋ PraisedExcellent breakfast · Quiet and idyllic location · Friendly and helpful staff · Cozy and authentic atmosphere
－ ComplaintsPoor soundproofing · Creaky floors · Limited accessibility · No housekeeping service
KEYIdeal for nature lovers seeking tranquility and tradition. Light sleepers should note thin walls; those with mobility issues should check accessibility.
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Room types · 4
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Double Room
1 × Queen bed15 ㎡up to 2
This double room has a private bathroom, garden views and chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
1 × Queen bed15 ㎡up to 2
This double room has a private bathroom, garden views and chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed. This room has low ceiling height.
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Single Room
1 × Twin bed10 ㎡up to 1
This single room has a private bathroom, garden views and chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
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Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
1 × Twin bed10 ㎡up to 2
This single room features a private bathroom, garden views and chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed. This room has low ceiling height.
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Facilities · 36
All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).
Offsite parking discounted rates availableFree beach shuttleLuggage storageFax/photocopyingSaunaPacked lunchesParkingPets allowedTerracePrivate check-in/check-outShared lounge/TV areaBoard games/puzzlesOutdoor furnitureFruitsFire extinguishersSmoke alarmsKey accessInternet accessJapanese gardenFree beach shuttleNo accessible shuttleOffsite parking discounted rates availableCharcoal grillPrivate picnicsReception hallSelf parking (surcharge)Snack bar/deliSnow sports gearVegetarian menu options availableAccessible shuttleWine release eventsFree wired internetHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsTour deskNon-smoking throughout
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Nearby & map
DiningSights
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Truube
Mediterranean Cuisine, Classic Cuisine · ★ Michelin
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This quintessential Appenzell building looks inviting from the outside, and the interior is equally stylish. Come and savour Silvia Manser's cuisine, which is based on carefully selected ingredients, in a pleasingly simple yet upscale setting. In her four- to seven-course menu – available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions – she brings together modern interpretations of classic cuisine with Mediterranean influences and occasionally incorporates Middle Eastern and Asian accents. Her talent for combining boldness with finesse is evident in dishes such as "tuna tataki, mango, onion, c
1.6km
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Anker
International, Traditional Cuisine · Bib
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In this first-floor restaurant, wood panelling and low ceilings create a snug and welcoming atmosphere, perfectly matched by seasonal cuisine made with fresh produce and brimming with flavour. The menu is sure to whet the appetite, with options such as veal liver with onions, sage und rösti, vegetarian loaf with mashed potatoes, carrots and creamy mushroom sauce, and the classic Chateaubriand (for two or more diners). The meat comes from the restaurant's own butchery. For overnight stays, there are well-appointed, modern guestrooms. Convenient: The tram to St Gallen stops right nearby.
6.5km
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Einstein Gourmet
Creative, Modern Cuisine · ★★ Michelin
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On the fifth floor of the renowned Hotel Einstein, chefs Sebastian Zier and Richard Schmidtkonz propose an international set menu showcasing exceptional precision and culinary artistry. The four to six courses are built on ingredients of the highest quality, thoughtfully composed without any gimmicks. The result: elegant yet bold dishes such as the superb pike-perch from Lake Maggiore, cooked to perfection and served with wonderfully al dente beluga lentils, cucumber salad and sauerkraut, as well as velvety horseradish foam. If you would like a vegetarian alternative, it's best to mention this
9.7km
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Gasthaus Zum Gupf
Traditional Cuisine, Classic Cuisine · ★ Michelin
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Perched 1 083m above sea level and reached by a steep, narrow path, this place is a little slice of heaven! The pretty inn with a wood-panelled interior exudes regional charm and boasts a view of the mountains or the lake, plus a wonderful terrace. Walter Klose cooks up aromatic classic cuisine that follows the seasons and marries finesse with a certain unpretentiousness. This winning combination yields genuine feel-good dishes of superior quality – the liver dumpling soup, for example, is notable for its full-bodied flavour, harmonious seasoning and elegant finish. When it comes to the servic
9.2km
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Soleil d’Or by David Geisser
Creative · ★ Michelin
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The restaurant run by brothers Benjamin and David Geisser is a really chic spot with its impressive architecture over two storeys and imposing bar that immediately draws the eye. The upscale design featuring warm wood finishings, elegant gold accents and sophisticated dark tones is in keeping with the calibre of the dedicated front-of-house team and the ambitious, refined food. The cuisine does not confine itself to any one style: this is cooking inspired by the region but also with a cosmopolitan outlook. Creativity, exquisite ingredients, and a bold culinary style go hand in hand with precis
9.7km
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Corso
Contemporary, Classic Cuisine · ★ Michelin
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This modern, urban restaurant on the edge of the old town is dedicated to the Alpine region. Exquisite seasonal ingredients take centre stage in the ambitious evening "Genussreise" , a five-course "gourmet journey" complemented by amuse-bouches and optional cheese trolley. Additionally, à la carte options and a three-course surprise menu are available. Dishes such as pike dumplings with caviar sauce and Sevelen Wagyu with creamy celeriac purée and truffle perfectly showcase Markus Schenk's sophisticated yet pleasingly down-to-earth take on classic cuisine. The service is friendly and adept. Th
9.9km
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Schotte-Sepp-Stube / Flickflauder
Farm to table, International
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Whether you choose to dine in the cosy Schotte-Sepp-Stube, the bright Veranda or the contemporary, minimalist-style Flickflauder, you’re guaranteed good-quality, seasonally inspired cuisine and friendly service at this restaurant, which hosts an “Appenzell evening” with a buffet every Wednesday. The à la carte is available to non-resident guests from 8pm onwards.
5.1km
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Dorfhus Gupf
Grills, International
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Dorfstuba is the name of the restaurant at the design-led boutique hotel Dorfhus Gupf, which stands out right in the centre of the village with its striking appearance. Service is provided by a friendly and attentive team, and the charming setting has a modern, Alpine feel. A particular focal point is the open kitchen with its prominent asado grill, on which whole fish and special cuts of meat are prepared. However, the Wiener schnitzel, braised beef cheeks or fish curry are also well worth trying. Sommelier Johannes Fitz is on hand to recommend the perfect wine from the fantastic list, which
8.5km
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