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If you’re looking for a winter holiday away from the major resorts, Switzerland has plenty to offer. Small ski areas provide cosy hotels right by the slopes, authentic Alpine charm and ideal conditions for relaxed days in the snow. Our guide presents the most beautiful places to stay in these characterful villages – perfect for anyone wishing to enjoy winter magic in a picturesque mountain setting.

Hotel Sarain Active Mountain Resort, Lantsch/Lenz

Ski area: Lantsch/Lenz
Directly beside the small, family-friendly ski area of Lantsch/Lenz with its own ski lift, Hotel Sarain offers cosy rooms, regional cuisine and warm hospitality – ideal for peaceful winter days and enjoyable moments in the Grisons mountains.

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Hôtel des Horlogers - Vallée de Joux****S, Le Brassus

Ski area: Le Brassus
Located in the heart of the high valley of the Vallée de Joux, the Hôtel des Horlogers welcomes guests with stylish design, regional materials and outstanding comfort. Situated right next to the small ski area of Le Brassus with two ski lifts, it promises relaxed winter days surrounded by nature, gentle descents and an elegant retreat.

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Berghaus Elsigenalp, Frutigen

Ski area: Frutigen-Metsch
Set directly within the Elsigen-Metsch ski area (near Frutigen) – where a total of 11 ski lifts are in operation – the mountain lodge offers comfortable rooms, a rustic restaurant with a sun terrace and the chance to stop in straight from the slopes. An ideal hideaway for winter days filled with comfort and mountain charm.

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Hotel Donatz***S, Samedan

Ski area: Samedan
Located in the historic village centre of Samedan, Hotel Donatz welcomes guests with stylishly furnished rooms in fragrant Arven wood, outstanding cuisine and a wine bar with more than 500 labels. Just a few steps away lies the family-friendly practice area with the small Survih ski lift (magic carpet & beginner lift) on Samedan’s sunny slope.

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Hotel Chur, Chur

Ski area: Brambrüesch
Situated in the heart of Chur, Hotel Chur is the ideal base for winter adventures on Brambrüesch. Just a few minutes’ walk from the valley station, guests enjoy easy access to around 20 km of slopes, sledging runs and snowshoe trails – perfect for families, beginners and sporty skiers alike.

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Stoos Lodge, Stoos

Ski area: Stoos
Stoos Lodge, located in the car-free mountain village of Stoos, offers modern comfort in a relaxed atmosphere – ideal for families, groups and active travellers. Positioned directly by the funicular, it is the perfect starting point for mountain experiences. The Stoos ski area features 35 kilometres of pistes and a breathtaking panorama high above Lake Lucerne.

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Hotel Castell****S, Zuoz

Ski area: Zuoz
Hotel Castell in Zuoz combines stylish design and personalised service with direct access to winter fun. Guests can start their ski day right from the hotel into the Zuoz ski area (Pizzet/Albanas), which offers around 15 km of slopes, a children’s area, funslope and snow park – ideal for families, beginners and freestyle enthusiasts.

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Hotel-Restaurant Bürchnerhof***, Bürchen

Ski area: Moosalpregion
Hotel Bürchnerhof, perched high above Bürchen and Törbel at 1,500 metres, offers tranquillity, warm family hospitality and a modern wellness oasis with panoramic views. From the hotel, guests enjoy direct access to the Moosalp region ski area with around 25 km of pistes, 7 lifts and a charming children’s zone at Bodmen. The region impresses with sweeping views of the Bietschhorn and the Mischabel group, making the winter experience truly memorable.

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Hotel Krone***S, Churwalden

Ski area: Churwalden
Hotel Krone in Churwalden blends modern style with Alpine charm and features a spacious wellness area with sauna, steam bath, whirlpool and fitness room. Direct access from the hotel leads into the Churwalden ski area, offering slopes for all levels, multiple lifts and family-friendly options. Panoramic views of the surrounding Grisons mountains complete the winter experience.

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Frutt Mountain Resort****S, Melchsee-Frutt

Ski area: Melchsee-Frutt
The Frutt Mountain Lodge on Melchsee-Frutt combines stylish design with Alpine charm and features a spacious wellness area with a panoramic pool, saunas and a steam bath. Directly from the resort, guests can access the Melchsee-Frutt ski area, which offers around 32 km of slopes for all levels, 10 lifts and freestyle zones – all set within an impressive mountain landscape.

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Hotel Sarain Active Mountain Resort, Lantsch/Lenz

Hôtel des Horlogers - Vallée de Joux****S, Le Brassus

Berghaus Elsigenalp, Frutigen

Hotel Donatz***S, Samedan

Hotel Chur, Chur

Stoos Lodge, Stoos

Hotel Castell****S, Zuoz

Hotel-Restaurant Bürchnerhof***, Bürchen

Hotel Krone***S, Churwalden

Frutt Mountain Resort****S, Melchsee-Frutt

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