RIVA Das Hotel am Bodensee

Absolutely love this hotel. We were staying, for the first time, over Christmas the year Covid broke out. It wasn’t a “thing” in Europe at the time, but a distant piece of news and marks our memory in time. We absolutely loved the place and enjoyed the views across the wintery lake and vowed to return. This summer we used the newly improved hotel, with its extensive expansion and modifications, as a stop off on our way to and from Tuscany for a road trip. Eating at Ophelia was a wonderful start to our holiday and at the more casual but very accomplished Seerestaurant on our evening heading home was excellent. The hotel is impeccable, clean, well laid out, friendly and helpful staff, great underground parking, lovely rooftop pool and the the spacious rooms have a luxurious finish and well considered layout, though not all have a lake view. The breakfast is laid out as a buffet with the option to add cooked dishes to order, the waffle sandwich with bacon and maple syrup etc. is incredibly naughty…. and irresistible! I’d like the opportunity to spend a few nights there again, relax and enjoy all the lake has to offer.

A Culinary Delight From start to finish, my gourmet dinner was exceptional. Every dish was beautifully crafted, with exquisite flavors and top-quality ingredients. The service was flawless, and the ambiance perfect. An unforgettable dining experience—I’ll definitely be back!

RIVA, Konstanz — elegant setting, but not quite worth the hype The restaurant is beautifully located right on the lake — serene, stylish, and perfect for a relaxed evening. But the food? A mixed experience. 🌮 Taco with salmon – two tiny tortillas, lovely taste, but the size barely counts as a starter. 🐟 Ceviche – fresh, visually appealing, but flavor-wise… quite ordinary. 🍝 Linguine with lobster – pasta was perfectly al dente, made from quality durum wheat. The lobster itself was beautifully cooked and actually saved the dish, as the sauce lacked depth. 🍮 Crème brûlée – served with strawberries, biscuit, and sorbet. Nicely presented but nothing memorable. 💶 Final bill: €197 for two. ❗ The biggest issue: a real disconnect between portion size, taste, and the price. Visually refined, yes — but overall, overpriced for what it delivers. ✅ Worth a visit once for the view and vibe — but not a place I’d rush back to.