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Reviews of Villa Jakobsbrunnen

Schwalmenackerstrasse 4, 8400 Winterthur, Switzerland

#1 of 8 B&Bs and Inns in Winterthur

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Review score

Based on 39 B&B reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.9

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  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Great stay in a beautiful old property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of lift, but I completely understand why there isn’t one. Good exercise taking the suitcase upstairs but not for some people.

    Beautiful old property with character in the heart of old Winterthur. Classic features, lovely views from the bedrooms and kitchen.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location near the city center - beautiful garden; very relaxing experience. This is an older building with quite some original features. Do not expect the very latest level of technological comfort - but you will find everything you need for a very pleasant stay.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2025

    8.0
    Very enjoyable and Nicole was so helpful and pleasant.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The ambiance, location, ease of access, I had stayed there previously and it had left a very good impression.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    10
    cosy atmosphere in a wonderful house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful house with garden

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Owners are very friendly. We were greeted with a warm welcome. Prior to our stay they informed us of the many options to get from the train station to their establishment which was incredible helpful. The room was a great size. Bathroom and room were very clean. There is no elevator so it is a few floors up by stairs but that was a non-issue as we were travelling with backpacks. Breakfast included was fabulous; self serve from a communal kitchen for all guests. It was always fully stocked including a variety of meats, cheeses, coffee/tea, yogurt, jams/honey, eggs, bread and orange juice. You also can enjoy quiet relaxation time in their beautiful garden area.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    10
    Excellent, I would definitely revisit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I have no recommendations for improvement. I was pleasantly surprised at the quaity of our stay.

    This oasis in the middle of Winterthur was completely delightful, beatiful property with historical significance and within walking distance from train and buses. Close to the historic Old Town of Winterthur. Our hosts were wonderful, lots of knowledge of the area and very willing to share their knowldge if requested. Breakfast was great, all organic, and lots of room to dine. Added bonus; we stayed here at the end of our trip and it was just a short train ride from Zurich Airport for our return flight.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn’t like.

    Beautiful gardens and landscape. Quiet street. Convenient to where we wanted to go.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2024

    10
    Amazing stay, we loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As Americans we’re not used to not having a fan or AC on hot days. (We had the warmest day in Switzerland on our visit.)

    Gorgeous and spacious rooms. Extremely clean. Bathroom is across the hall but just for us (no one else shared with us). The kitchen was perfect with many kinds of coffee to choose from. The refrigerator was stocked with all sorts of items to enjoy for breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location with a beautiful garden. In walking distance to city center

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    10
    Very comfortable stay, exceptionally welcoming and knowledgeable hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent in all aspects - almost nothing to be improved!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    9.0
    To recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean, small boutique B&B very comfortable

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    Cute character property with big rooms and lovely staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    - bathroom not in the room, it's private but you have to leave your room to get to it - walls thin, if people in the room next to you talk or snore, you will hear it

    - very friendly owner - nice property, big room - convenient full kitchen close to room - some breakfast items were high quality like the granola - 10 minute walk to central train station

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    9.0
    Historic villa which was comfortable and fun to stay in. The gardens are wonderful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    For longer stays I recommend more towels.

    Kitchen stocked for residents to make their own breakfast. Location was perfect and near the train station.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    10
    Great choice for a stay in Winterthur!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Incredibly nice, helping and accommodating host, loved how the room looked like and the breakfast options were more diverse than expected.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2023

    10
    A great experience in an unusual place with a lot of character!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location, great host! Very artsy and tasteful. I would definitely come back and can recommend to stay there!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2023

    10
    clean ,worth to stay ,full facilities, the best breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    clean worth to stay full facilities

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2022

    10
    Gracious hostess in an oasis of calm
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Villa Jakobsbrunnen is an oasis of calm, grace and human warmth - yet in the middle of the town and close to all public transport. As the name suggests, this was a former patrician house in the middle of a park full of trees and sculptures. In the summer, the park must be a wonderful place to stroll around and enjoy the surroundings - or to sit and enjoy a book. Right after passing through the gates, Nicole, a perfect hostess, greeted me in front of the villa. She took the time to guide me through the B&B set-up that made my stay comfortable. As I was travelling for work and had a conference call, Nicole accommodated my request to arrive an hour earlier than foreseen. She made sure that I was well-settled in and walk me through the simple steps to connect to the secure wifi. My spacious room - far bigger and taller than in modern buildings - was up two flights of stairs and down a wide corridor. An individual bathroom with a shower is just outside the room. The kitchen offers a well-filled fridge and cupboard for breakfast. There are even kitchen utensils for those who want to make a warm meal. The villa is located five minutes off the main road and the main pedestrian town centre with its shops and restaurants. For those using public transport, the villa is convenient to get to either on foot (a15-minute walk) or on a bus (a three-minute ride).

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2022

    10
    lovely!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only thing that might be improved is directions or signs to the main entrance. Also, there are no elevators. Not a problem for me, but might be for others.

    The hostess was absolutely wonderful -- so helpful and friendly. I loved the shared kitchen, which was nicely stocked for breakfast or snacking. I didn't realize the bathroom was also shared, but as only women were on "my floor", it worked out just fine! This is a lovely property, very serene and nostalgic.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No Air Conditioning available, which could be an issue in summer time. You get a big fan helping your sleep but it's very noisy. For me it was not a problem but I can imagine it being problematic for someone. Moreover, the rooms are in the 3rd floor and there is not elevator. Keep it in mind.

    The location is amazing: an old villa right in the middle of a giant private park. You have the option to use the tables in the garden for working, eating or whatever. Very nice! The keyless access is great!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

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