Where hospitality reaches new heights Snow Sports Hotels and Lodgings
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Intro
Where a hotel becomes both the gateway and the homecoming point of every alpine adventure. Close to the slopes Snow Sports Hotels and Lodgings offer more than accommodation – they bring together high-altitude hospitality, effortless logistics, and a true immersion into winter life. From the first descent of the day to sweeping mountain views and a lavish breakfast buffet, this is a way of experiencing the Alps that is both essential and indulgent.
A holiday to take a deep breath
Andrea and Urs leave everyday life behind them and immerse themselves in a quiet winter world of snow, sun and togetherness. From Zermatt, the climb aboard the Gornergrat Bahn becomes an interlude in itself: the train slowly ascends through snow-dusted forests to the Riffelhaus 1853, nestled at an altitude of 2,500 metres. Up there, everything invites you to slow down. The silence, the pure air, the breathtaking view of the Matterhorn...
Sven Ramsauer, Hotel Director Riffelhaus 1853
Director Sven Ramsauer of the Riffelhaus 1853 is particularly proud of the many regular guests who return year after year. Guests immediately feel at home in this small, intimate hotel and even know the staff by name. Over the years, the hotel has gained a loyal following and knows how to delight new visitors time and time again.
The Riffelhaus – between heritage and height
Built in 1853, the hotel combines authentic Alpine charm with contemporary comfort. With its warm wood panelling, rooms with views and spa facing the peaks, the Riffelhaus 1853 cultivates a tradition of hospitality rooted in Swiss tradition, with that little extra touch that only altitude can offer. Here, you sleep on the slopes and wake up to one of the most beautiful panoramas in the Alps.
Its unique location, accessible only by train, reinforces the feeling of total escape, an exceptional refuge between sky and snow.
Hospitality in the mountains
The hotel team orchestrates every stay with care. Arrival is smooth, even in the snow. At this altitude, service is discreet but attentive, with an eye for detail and an ear for guests' needs. Here, hospitality is a way of life: alpine hospitality, combining efficiency, warmth and a passion for the place. Far from the crowds and stress of the valley, the service is discreet, attentive and, above all, human.
Guests come into the hotel and feel right at home. That makes us particularly proud as hosts.
Ski-in Ski-out
No need for a shuttle: here, the slopes start right outside the door. Whether you are looking for a challenging run or a leisurely stroll, everything is possible in front of the Matterhorn, with panoramic descents and adrenaline rushes. The slopes flow into one another in a spectacular setting, giving you the rare feeling of having the mountain all to yourself, far from the queues and hustle and bustle of the resorts.
Relax and unwind
After all that effort, it is time to relax. The Riffelhaus spa invites you to switch off: panoramic sauna, whirlpool bath facing the peaks, total silence. Nothing disturbs the tranquillity of the place. Your body relaxes, and so does your mind. In this pure environment, well-being takes on another dimension, almost meditative. Far from the bustling resorts, it is here that you can fully appreciate the luxury of altitude: the luxury of being able to stop, breathe and find yourself.
Fun Facts
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2 times
a week The Riffelhaus 1853 is supplied with fresh produce and amenities by train.
- 2,548 m The Riffelhaus 1853 stands high on the Riffelberg.
- 365 days Year-round skiing and snowboarding in Zermatt.