Konstanz, GermanyPetershausen-West
Hotel 47°
Minimalist riverfront hotel
Petershausen-West Konstanz, Germany
Opened
2014
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
The house
Ganter HotelsMinimalist riverfront hotel
Conceived as an antidote to corporate chains, it brings clean modern architecture and an easygoing cocktail lounge to the riverfront promenade.
What it’s good at
Listed
Fresh Lake Constance whitefish and seasonal produce arrive at Friedrichs Brasserie tables.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This attractive hotel on Lake Rhine has a minimalist-style interior finished in high quality materials and warm tones.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Seerhein promenade runs right outside the doors, and a short walk across the bridge leads straight into the historic old town.
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The rooms
Warm woods and uncluttered layouts keep the focus outward, through wide windows facing the river and city rooftops.
The spa
Floor-to-ceiling windows look over the river from the relaxation lounge, and treatment rooms host massages with hot basalt stones.
The gym
The sixth-floor fitness room looks across the river, with workout equipment and personal training options.
Restaurant
Friedrichs Brasserie
The riverfront terrace sits right along the Seerhein promenade, serving regional dishes and breakfast overlooking the water.
Friedrichs Bar
A fireplace warms the ground-floor lounge, where bartenders pour craft cocktails behind an illuminated counter.
How it began
The name marks the 47th parallel north crossing Constance, chosen by local hotelier Gabriela Ganter when she opened in 2014.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.