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Discover Germany | Business | Arcona Living

Subtle elegancy and modern comfort The four-star lifestyle and design hotel arcona LIVING SCHAFFHAUSEN offers fabulous accommodation and facilities for a quick getaway or a business trip. With a large wellness area, the Asia spa, and various seminar rooms, the arcona ticks all the boxes.

rant. “We follow an international theme, from Mediterranean to regional specialties, for example the Schaffhauser Riesling Soup, to healthy Asian and Arabic cuisine,” explains Wiman.

TEXT: MARILENA STRACKE | PHOTOS: ARCONA LIVING SCHAFFHAUSEN

Schaffhausen is mainly known for its spectacular waterfalls, the Rheinfall, but the beautiful area of the Blauburgunderland, with its lush Rhine landscape, is still a real insider tip. The arcona LIVING SCHAFFHAUSEN is conveniently located adjacent to the train station and is only about half an hour away from Zurich airport, making it easily accessible for international guests. The modern building, which opened its doors in 2014, boasts 112 rooms and 18 apartments and over 400 parking places. Seven high-quality seminar rooms of various sizes give space for up to 340 guests. These daylight filled rooms feature modern interiors and are equipped with state of the art conference technology. Professional personal conference staff are on hand to en-

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sure the smooth running of any event. The arcona is the ideal destination for holding a conference or event in a tranquil setting, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Special business packages are available for a range of different occasions. Director of Sales and Marketing Anna Wiman says:“As a newly established conference hotel, we are the perfect host for meetings and seminars. With the Asia Spa, our 1,200 metre-squared wellness oasis and the natural beauty of the waterfalls only ten minutes away, we are meeting the requirements of each guest whether on business or on holiday.” After a day’s work or a hike in the area, guests can relax at the wine bar and restau-

The show kitchen on the sunny terrace offers some subtle entertainment and on Thursdays fresh cocktails are offered with a tapas buffet and cool DJ sounds. At the arcona there is also a little wine store, where guests can buy their favourite local wine to take it home. A tasty souvenir, be it of a business or leisure trip. www.schaffhausen.arcona.ch