Fodor's Expert Review Park Hotel Vitznau

Set in a fairy-tale lakefront palace, this isolated but lavish retreat dates back to 1902. Now the luxury-suite hotel has all the modern conveniences wrapped in an Edwardian facade. Each of its suites is individually furnished and falls under themes like wine, dine, finance, or endowment. Lakeside suites command dreamy Alpine views and are worth the extra cost. The spa features an outdoor pool, two whirlpools, saunas, a steam bath, an ice grotto, and a 4,227-gallon aquarium with tropical fish. Two gourmet restaurants plus a summer grill station ensure a varied menu.