Le Palafitte is unique in Europe, and the only European hotel with 5* rooms on stilts. There are 38 fully private pavilions on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland. It's a real gem for celebrating a romantic occasion together.

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This Hotel 5* was built in 2022, to coincide with the Swiss National Exhibition. It is the result of a joint project by architect Kurt Hofmann and students from the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne. The choice of a building on stilts is linked to the history of the site: specialists have found the remains of the first houses in Switzerland, built on stilts.

The price per night starts at around €296 and can rise to €600, depending on the pavilion chosen. Couples, of course, love the Palafitte! What a pleasure to wake up in the peace and quiet of a private suite overlooking the lake. The staff are discreet, highly efficient and speak 3 languages: French, German and English.

There are 38 individual pavilions: 24 Lacustre pavilions and 14 Rivage pavilions. Each pavilion is furnished like a traditional Junior Suite and has a private terrace overlooking the lake and the Alps. Depending on the type of pavilion you choose, you will have the following amenities: king size bed, private bathroom, access to the lake via a small ladder, flat screen TV, wifi connection, coffee machine and Cinq Mondes welcome product.

For your meals, visit La Table du Palafitte, one of Neuchâtel's finest restaurants. The restaurant is just a few minutes' walk from the pavilions. Chef Maxime Pot offers authentic dishes featuring local and market produce. The terrace is magical in summer. In the evening, there's also a bar with fireplace and absinthe fountain, for an aperitif in the pure local tradition.

If you are planning a surprise for your partner, it is possible to opt for an optional "love" package with decoration composed of plaids, cushions and balloons in the color of passion, a path of rose petals, candles to the bed, a glass of seasonal fruit and a bottle of Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial champagne. There is also a "romantic escapade" formula with overnight stay, breakfast, 4-course dinner and a bottle of champagne.

During your stay, there's plenty to do: fitness session at the gym 5 minutes' walk from the pavilions, duo massage, kayak rental, paddle on the lake, picnic with equipment and gourmet basket provided for 2 people, water skiing, two-seater paragliding, boat rental from the hotel pontoon and electric bike rides in the surrounding area.

Le Palafitte is located on the shores of Switzerland's largest lake: Lake Neuchâtel. Dynamic and fascinating, the city of Neuchâtel with its emblematic yellow stones is well worth a visit. The region is one of the cradles of Swiss watchmaking expertise.