Hotels - Swiss Historic Hotels

This old building of over a hundred years has lost none of its former charm and grandeur. Visitors from around the world are enchanted with the nostalgic rooms, the impressive staircase and the sophisticated manner in which this has remained a young hotel. Still run by its founding family, this is a place where aficionados, gourmets, children, artists and nature lovers feel right at home.

Set in a magnificent panoramic location away from the hustle and bustle, this former historic private villa is surrounded by nature. 19 individual, nostalgic rooms and a spacious family room for up to six guests. Playground, large garden, elegant lounge and sauna area. Vital breakfast with regional products, à la carte restaurant. Hiking trails and bike routes right outside the door, five minutes to the ski slopes, and St. Moritz just 2.5 kilometres away.

The Palazzo Salis was built in 1629 by the knight Baptista von Salis, converted into a guest house in 1876 and awarded the distinction of Historic Hotel of the Year in 1998. The wildly romantic garden with its unique display of summer flowers won an award in 2009.

Schadau Castle enjoys a idyllic location directly on the shores of Lake Thun. Formerly a private summer residence, it is now a charming gem of a hotel. Elegant rooms with parquet floors, lounge serving alcoholic drinks, tea and coffee. Free use of the wellness facility in the neighbouring Seepark Hotel. Banqueting and seminar rooms. French, Mediterranean cuisine. Wide range of sherries and ports. English-style gardens.

This nostalgic Art Nouveau style building with its Belle Époque atmosphere, already described in Thomas Mann's book "Zauberberg" [Magic Mountain], opened its doors in 1900 as a luxury sanatorium and was later converted to a mountain hotel. The soul of the house, its architecture, has been preserved in its original form until today. The Villa Guarda - formerly the former doctor's residence - and the Chalet exude new splendour with their luxurious suites. With the Schatzalp train, the "Magic Mountain" is just four minutes away from the centre of Davos. Free WLAN access throughout the hotel premises, even in the Schatzalp/Strela skiing area.

The centuries-old Grimsel Hospice is located in the midst of a bleak and rocky landscape, on the turquoise waters of an artificial lake. After comprehensive renovations, the former defiant miners' abode was transformed into an extremely elegant hotel - a place made for aesthetes and lovers of nature. Boasts a panoramic lounge, a fireplace lounge, bar, restaurant, seductive wine cellar and cosy rooms that include every comfort.

On a forest clearing, the Zuort hamlet lies far from hustle and bustle in an idyllic spot amidst a beautiful mountain world. The personally run hotel with restaurant comprises 6 stylish rooms and, in addition, two separate chalet suites are available for rent on request. Local specialities and wines are served either on the sun terrace or in the dining lounge in an authentic and cosy establishment just perfect for nature lovers.

Fin de siècle, Belle Époque and Art Nouveau styles set the atmosphere at the Schweizerhof Flims. In summer it is Lake Cauma and the fragrant alpine flora that invite the visitor, and in the winter it is the 235 kilometres of ski slopes and beautiful winter hiking trails. Since 2008, the hotel has been managed by the 4th generation of the Schmidt family. Belle Époque restaurant, half board or a la carte, for high quality meals with a French influence.

Romantic 3-star grand hotel (Swiss Historic Hotel 2019) in panoramic location at 1,200m with large sunny terrace and view of the Alps. Most rooms have their own balcony or terrace; special family rooms for 5 people. Elegant, historical banquet rooms for weddings, seminars and events. A restaurant serving traditional cuisine and another with regional dishes. Le Rasses ski area 300m away (alpine and cross-country skiing). In summer ideal for mountain bikers and walkers. Tennis court, minigolf, indoor pool, SPA (sauna, hammam, fitness, massages). Free Wi-Fi.

The Art Nouveau style hotel stands on a hill in Flüeli-Ranft, the workplace of the holy brother Klaus von Flue. The house was renovated for more than 2 years in compliance with national monument protection criteria, reopened in December 2011 and has now 83 rooms available equipped with the latest amenities. The restaurant "Veranda" with its picture window provides a clear view of the Sarneraa Valley and Glaubenberg ("faith mountain"). Culinary choices range from Obwalden to Swiss specialties.

The Hotel Alte Herberge Weiss Kreuz was opened in 2000 as a culture and adventure hotel. It is located in the centre of the village on the Cultural Trail "Via Spluga", and has 16 rooms, with a total of 34 beds, in a legendary historic setting. The wines in the restaurant with its regional cuisine are mainly from the Bündner Herrschaft and Italy.

Opened in 1896 by the Badrutt family and still owned by them, this hotel has a legendary reputation. The Badrutt’s Palace Hotel has more than 157 rooms, including 37 suites with a view of the Alps. Sumptuous dining in “Le Restaurant” (15 GaultMillau points), the “grande dame” of the hotel’s seven first-class restaurants, or in IGNIV by Andreas Caminada@Badrutt’s Palace, which opened in December 2016 and has already won a Michelin star. A beauty spa that’s been given a complete makeover, exclusive shopping gallery, a Kids Club and leisure activities for teenagers add the finishing touches to an experience-packed stay.

This historic hotel from 1840 has the best panoramic location on the Scheidegg Pass. It has been managed by the 5th generation of Andreas and Silvia von Almen's family since 1988, and has 100 beds. The building, its interior and its guest list are steeped in history, while the hotel is also famous for being the location where "The Eiger Sanction" starring Clint Eastwood and "North Face" with Benno Furmann were filmed.