CULINARIUM ALPINUM — Restaurant in Stans

An enjoyable one night stay just before Christmas, with the old centre of Stans atmospheric in the snow. The stylish minimalism of the (last few years?) conversion of this former monastery is impressive, but comfort hasn't been high on the agenda, with just a hard folding chair and a stool in the, admittedly spacious, bedroom. The owners recognise that sound-proofing of the bedrooms is poor - earplugs are provided, but fortunately our neighbours were pretty quiet. The restaurant serves excellent, innovative small-plate dishes, most locally sourced; by Swiss standards the CHF72 a head 'tavolata' menu price if pretty good value for the 12 or so dishes tha follow one after another. Breakfast slightly disappointing given the gastronomic standards established in the evening, and the buffet area was cramped given the size of the restaurant overall. Friendly, informal service at all...

I have recently celebrated my birthday in the Culinarium Alpinum and I can give the restaurant and the hotel my highest praise. I have been in many hotels and restaurants around the world, from simple ones to luxury ones, but the Culinarium Alpinum belongs to the best experiences that I have had: from the beautifully decorated rooms (in my opinion in reality even nicer than in the pictures on the website) without any unnecessary items yet with all the necessary items to the excellent hospitality overseen by the manager, Mr Durrer, from the garden that invites guests to taste to the cuisine that relies on local food - everything was a pleasure and everywhere was attention given to the details. Maybe the most important aspect is that the restaurant had sufficient staff and the staff was friendly and attentive. Congratulations to Mr Durrer for...

It's not hard to fall in love with this place. The former monastery is now home to those who like stylish and minimalist design, where colours and interiors harmonize with the building's history. Culinarum Alpinum is beautifully situated on a hill with amazing views of the Alps and surrounded by tranquility. You will have a good nights sleep in their comfortable beds with luxuary linen sheets. All food served is delicious with rich tastes and everything served is locally produced and carefully selected, their menu following the seasons. I can highly recommend their tasting menu. Not to forget to mention their nice and service minded staff. All in all, Culinarum Alpinum is a place...