Swiss Alps Hotels
Swish Swiss Alps
... Read more »
It’s not hard to see why the Swiss Alps are known as ‘Europe’s winter playground’. With dramatic landscapes, unmatched mountain vistas and quaint towns, not to mention the tinkle of cow bells, the Swiss Alps give a whole new meaning to the phrase ‘après ski’ – assuming you can drag yourself off the mountainside…
Grindelwald in the Jungfrau region is a great starting point if you’re still perfecting the snowplough, while the stylish resort of St Moritz will reward you with a glittering nightlife energetic enough to rival that of any major city – if you emerge in one piece after tackling the 2,700m (8,858ft) vertical drops on the Klein Matterhorn at Zermatt. And with tax-free shopping more abundant than Chanel snowsuits, you can have your Swiss cheese and chocolate and eat it, too!
SWISS ALPS’ TOP 10
10. Kleine Scheidegg A great place for some beautiful scenic hikes, plus plenty of opportunities to stop for a feed. |
5. Schilthorn Some of the best views year round and the best skiing in winter. |
9. Klein Matterhorn Take a guide for the full experience, or stay over for some morning views and skiing ops. |
4. Gornergrat Bahn This mega-famous ridge is not to be missed. Catch the cable cars for panoramic views. |
8. Alpine Raft See a bit more of the country via canoeing and rafting. Even the most passive among your group will love this. |
3. Monte Rosa Only the fittest should scale this one – otherwise, just get a guide to point it out to you. |
7. Jungfraujoch Excellent views and the crème de la crème of the Swiss Alps’ snow-sport hubs. |
2. Breithorn Follow the trail to this amazing peak. We recommend taking a guide if you intend to make it to the top. |
6. Aletsch Glacier This World Heritage site is protected for a reason. Discover the flora and fauna that live around these parts. |
1. Matterhorn If you jump far enough, you may just land in Italy! |
SWISS ALPS EVENTS
Huge names cruise into town for the Montreaux Jazz Festival each July. Alpine views provide a stunning backdrop for this famous festival.
Also in July is the Jazz Festival in Lugano,competing with Montreaux for best use of the beautiful backdrop.
The music festivals continue in July with Lucerne’s Blue Ball Festival and Live at Sunsein Zurich. Each of these draw big names and big crowds keen to soak up the sun without losing sight of the snow-capped mountains.
August and September give some life to the classics with the Lucerne Festival and the Gstaad Festival.
WHEN TO GO
- Check for regular updates on the weather, depending on what time of year you’re in town.
- It gets extremely chilly in the winter months, but these conditions are perfect for snow sports.
- The summer months of June, July and August are beautifully warm, and hiking allows for great views of the mountain ranges – often still capped in snow.
GETTING AROUND
- Trainsare the best way to travel around the Alps and between their surrounding cities.
- For great views of the Swiss Alps, catch the fantastic Glacier Express Trains.
- If you’re doing a lot of travelling around the region, there are plenty of places where you can hire a car.The roads are quite safe, and are easy to navigate.
HotelClub Blog
Mountain Biking in Europe: The Alps
Top 5 Hiking Destinations in Europe
Ride the Glacier Express from St. Mortitz to Zermatt
Top Rail Passes to Explore Europe
« HideBernerhof Hotel Grindelwald
3 Stars$116
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Beim Bahnhof Grindelwald Swiss Alps CH-3818
The Bernerhof Hotel Grindelwald, with a superb location is ideally suitable for individual travellers on a budget... More hotel details
$122
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Andreas & Monic Kaufmann Grindelwald, Swiss Alps CH-3818
Assuring comfortable accommodation with quality service, the Central Wolter Hotel Grindelwald is the perfect place to ... More hotel details
Eigerblick Hotel Grindelwald
3 Stars$132
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Tuftbach Grindelwald Swiss Alps CH-3818
Offering a good position, this property with comfortable accommodation and excellent services welcomes all types of ho... More hotel details
$170
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Lauenenstrasse Saagi Gstaad, Swiss Alps CH-3780
The four star Gstaaderhof Swiss Quality Hotel is situated in the centre of Gstaad close to the lifts and cable car. Th... More hotel details
Alpenhof Hotel Zermatt
4 Stars$317
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Matterstrasse 43 Zermatt CH-3920
Alpenhof Hotel Zermatt is an alpine resort, nestled at the foot of the Matterhorn. It is situated opposite to the Sunn... More hotel details
$406
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Saas-Fee Swiss Alps CH-3906
Best Western Metropol Grand Hotel Saas Fee offers impeccable services to all its visitors. The architecture is brillia... More hotel details
$193
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
13 Kurparkstrasse Leukerbad CH-3954
The family owned and run Grichting Badnerhof Swiss Quality Hotel in Leukerbad is an elegant rustic hotel suitable for ... More hotel details
$173
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Rue Marconi 19 Martigny 1920
Offering comfortable accommodation and convenient facilities, the Mercure Hotel Du Parc Martigny is the ideal place to... More hotel details
$327
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
33 Dorfstrasse Engelberg Swiss Alps CH-6390
Located in a central position the Ramada Regina Titlis Engelberg Hotel is suitable for both business and leisure trave... More hotel details
$399
- Overview
- Description
- Photos
- Map
- Amenities
Riedweg 35 Zermatt CH-3920
Featuring an elegant decor and a warm hospitality, Schoenegg Swiss Quality Zermatt Chalet Hotel welcomes you for an un... More hotel details
Other Recommended Hotels
| Schweizerhof Gourmet & Spa Swiss Quality Hotel | 4 Stars | Price from $335 |
| Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt | 4 Stars | Price from $267 |
| Simi Hotel Zermatt | 4 Stars | Price from $140 |
| Steinmattli Swiss Quality Adelboden Hotel | 4 Stars | Price from $244 |
| Walliserhof Swiss Quality Hotel Zermatt | 4 Stars | Price from $262 |
| Grand Regina Alpin Well & Fit Hotel Grindewald | 5 Stars | Price from $214 |
