Winter Hideaways

As the name denotes: the Berghotel Trübsee, close to the lake and surrounded by the mountains, lies halfway between Engelberg and the Titlis top station - and is accessible only by gondola. Here, beautiful round walks and playgrounds by the lake attract guests in summer, and diverse ski runs in winter. And as evening falls and the last gondola returns down the mountain, the blissful silence and starry heavens belong exclusively to hotel guests!

A historic hotel at the village center, located at 1600-meter-altitude in a car-free spot with views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. 52 nostalgic and well-kept rooms with one to four beds, 12 of which with own bathroom. Large conservatory, sunny terrace, diverse rooms for meetings or festive gatherings and a cuisine focussing on regional products and vegetarian dishes. Hiking trails and ski slopes are within walking distance.

The quiet situation surrounded by a fantastic mountain scenery, far away from mass tourism, makes this small, owner-managed hotel a worthwhile place to stay at. Different size rooms from 2 to 7 beds, simple and cozy with much wood and alpine charm, 40 beds in total. High-quality local cuisine, nice sunny terrace, interesting wine list. Easy hiking trail to Langwies, sledding run at the doorstep. Guests can be picked up by quad bike on request.

This family-managed hotel in the heart of Pontresina recently underwent a skilful refurbishment. Generously dimensioned designer rooms featuring the Alpine style, in-hotel restaurants with exquisite cuisine and regional specialities, dishes from the grill in the garden restaurant, and fondue served in a country-style hut during the winter. Live music in the Sports Bar on Fridays. A modern wellness oasis on the roof offers stunning views of Val Roseg. Well-equipped bike room. The ideal starting point for sports activities in every season.

The stars are almost close enough to touch at this refined and solitary hotel at 3100-meter altitude amid the mighty summits. 22 modern Alpine-style rooms offering views of either the majestic Matterhorn or Montblanc – plus exclusive luxury tower-suite with round windows. Elegant Restaurant «Vis-à-Vis» and practical self-service restaurant, library, sun terrace and large shopping area belonging to the hotel. Free WLAN and a hotel just a 33-minute ride away with the Gornergrat-Bahn from Zermatt.

An idyllic location surrounded by mountains and alongside a clear mountain stream. The historic building has been renovated with great care and offers 15 simple rooms, some with their own bathroom. In culinary terms, the emphasis is on local produce and original preparation. A stylish dining room, a cosy Stüva with fireplace and a large sun terrace. The Fextal valley is car-free and guests are collected from the valley by bus. The ideal starting place for walks, cross-country and ski tours. Includes a playground outside the hotel. Free wireless LAN.

This extraordinary resort is a world of its own and comprises eight modern buildings around the valley station of the Laax mountain rail. 122 stylish & comfortable apartments with 4 to 8 beds, shops, bars and various restaurants are all part of the complex – and whether fast or gourmet food in a restaurant, there’s something for all tastes. Ski-in Ski-out, plenty of green, adjacent to biking and hiking paths and labelled “Families welcome”.

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.

The magnificent spa hotel stands out for its historic structure, stylish architecture and personal atmosphere. A unique mixture of holiday apartments, hotel rooms, history and culture. Ideal for individual guests, groups and families. Creative Alpine cuisine with an international flavour. Sun terrace, tennis court, park, playground, library. “ibex fairstay silver” sustainability label.

A laid-back, luxurious 5-star mountain resort comprising seven historical buildings. In the 1700s, one them was a girls’ boarding school. Fabulous views of Lake Silvaplana. Engadin specialities are served in the “Stüva” restaurant, Ayurvedic-inspired cuisine in “Hide&Seek” and exclusive aroma cuisine in “Ecco”. Awarded 2 Michelin stars and 17 GaultMillau points. Wellness, indoor pool, hair salon, treatments.

Peace at its best and clear views of 4000-meter-high peaks, as well as Eiger north face and glaciers. An impressive hotel, amid pristine nature at 1600-meter altitude, with charming rooms for 2 to 6 people. Trendy à la carte restaurant, cosy dining room and gorgeous sun terrace support culinary treats in these beautiful surroundings. Practical in-and-out skiing in an abode solely accessible by gondola rail in winter. Free WLAN & bathrobes on request.

Five-star superior hotel steeped in tradition that offers all the comforts of a contemporary luxury establishment. The hotel has its own nine-hole golf course. Sophisticated gourmet cuisine in Le Grand Restaurant, the K by Time Raue, The Pizzeria, Restaurant Chesa al Parc, the trendy Kulm Country Club and the Peruvian Sunny Bar restaurant by Claudia Canessa. Generously sized and tastefully furnished rooms, some of which have been renovated in 2018. Six conference rooms for up to 500 people. Recently refurbished spa area with fantastic views.

The Guarda Val is a unique Maiensäss hotel (on the lower Alpine pastures) comprised of 11 huts and barns that are up to 300 years old. Located in the hamlet of Sporz (1600 m above sea level) above Lenzerheide, it combines the charm of organic Graubünden Alpine tradition with luxury, indulgence and personal service. Chef Adrian Bürki (16 Gault Millau points and 1 Michelin star) and his team cook mainly seasonal, regional products.

Trendy lodge built above Zweisimmen in 2012, in an idyllic mountain location in the heart of nature. 23 lovingly furnished rooms, from the family-friendly multi-bed room to the deluxe room with free-standing bathtub. First-class spa with sauna landscape. Outstanding cuisine, large sun terrace. In direct proximity to ski piste, cable car and hiking trails. Ski in&out. WiFi. Seminar rooms. Wheelchair-friendly.

Slightly elevated and close to the heart of the village with lovely views of the Matterhorn. The main building, in Belle Époque style, is directly connected to the more modern chalet-hotel built in the year 2010. A total 85 rooms and suites, including top-luxury tower suite beneath the romantic roof dome. Stylish and pleasing wellness facility with indoors pool, conservatory and beauty center. Exquisite gastronomy with weekly theme dinners and grill evenings with 23 meat and fish sorts.

Located in the middle of the village, this newly designed 5-star abode is as cosy as a mountain hut, and as comfortable as a palace. 24 attractive suites and exquisite seasonal and local cuisine. And with a magnificent spa, lounge and fireplace, wood-clad interior and stunning mountain views, The Capra has everything you need for a luxurious chalet holiday.

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.

Pioneering concept featuring architecturally fascinating high-tech tents, the “pods”, which are separately sitting on wooden platforms. Surrounded by nature at 1,400 metres above sea-level, with magnificent and unobstructed views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. Each pod is luxuriously equipped with a pellet stove and all the confort you need. The eco-friendly resort comprises 25 km of marked trails, two chalets, restaurant, bar and Finnish sauna. Many activities can be performed on site in summer or winter.

This country inn is situated one kilometre from the centre of Kandersteg, opposite its sister hotel the Doldenhorn, whose indoor pool and wellness centre can be used by Ruedihus guests free of charge. Eight charming rooms, two junior suites and two restaurants: The Chäs u Wystube (cheese and wine bar) with raclette, fondue and rösti, and the elegant Biedermeierstube with Swiss specialities such as Sure Mocke (wine-braised beef), Zürigschnätzläts (sautéed strips of veal, served in a cream sauce with rösti) and Blauseeforellen (Blue Lake rainbow trout).

The homely hotel was extremely tastefully renovated in 2016 and is run on 100% renewable energy. The rooms and suites are snugly alpine and exquisitely furnished. Its popular restaurants include a pizzeria with wood-fired oven and the Jagdhütta. Panoramic sun terrace. Shuttle to the Arosa-Lenzerheide ski region, cross-country ski trail in front of the hotel. Ski-in&out. Wheelchair-friendly, parking garage.

At the recently opened 4-star superior chalet hotel, modern high-tech design and alpine charm are combined in its stylish appearance. Each room features suite pads including 100 daily newspapers. State-of-the-art spa with panoramic sauna and pool. Guided ski tours, hikes, yoga classes, etc. are free of charge. Range Rover test drives, Zeiss binoculars, hiking equipment and backpacks are available as well. Refined regional cuisine.

The unique 3 star superior hotel consists of five buildings in spectacular surroundings of unspoilt mountain scenery. Its 42 rooms range from basic to luxurious, some have a balcony and a great view. Three restaurants, a sunny terrace, a barbecue area, and free parking. Completely refurbished hotel facilities with alpine spa. Popular starting point for hiking tours.

Elegant boutique hotel in a quiet yet central location in car-free Zermatt. Alpine, luxuriously-styled rooms and suites, some with fireplace and whirlpool. Sport and fitness area with indoor tennis court, indoor swimming pool, wellness. Diverse gastronomy: “Alex Grill” is known for its sophisticated meat dishes, Bodega Bacchus cellar, lounge and cocktail bar. Smokers lounge. Seminar rooms.

The Hotel du Pillon is a historic hotel with lots of charm! Perched above the village of Les Diablerets, it has 14 rooms with breathtaking views, some of which look out onto the Diablerets Glacier and enjoy sunshine all year round. Built in 1860, the hotel is situated between Vers L'Eglise and les Diablerets on the old pass road leading up to the Col du Pillon. As the last grand hotel dating from this era, its facade is now a protected historical monument. The hotel was beautifully restored in 2007.

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.

Idyllically situated hotel in Val Schons, at 1489 meters with fantastic panoramic views over the Graubünden mountain world. The building stems from the last century and was last lovingly restored with change to renewable energy in 2011. Culinary-wise, the Restaurant Capricorn focuses on regional dishes, serving creative local as well as traditional Swiss dishes. Ideal starting point for hiking, biking & ski tours – as well as special arrangements for treasured crystal hunts in the Beverin nature park.

The first W-Hotel in the mountains, belonging to the international Design-Hotel chain, opened only recently in Verbier. Below, ski pistes directly by the valley station – and on the Place Blanche, the creative Verbier center, luxurious rooms, suites and residences with magnificent views. Plus spacious 800m2 high-tech Spa with heated in and outdoor pools, fitness, Hamam etc.

B&B run by the third generation of the same family in a quiet, sunny location with a panoramic view of the mountains. Cosy rooms in a trendy, Alpine style, all with a balcony or garden terrace. Junior suite with a free-standing bathtub. Lavish breakfast buffet and regional cheeses. Large panoramic windows in the dining room. Five-course evening meal in the neighbouring hotel on request. Wellness area with sauna and whirlpool. Parking spaces and garage. Dog-friendly.

The Honegg shines in new splendour at a prime panoramic location high above Lake Lucerne: the 1905 building was converted into a 5-star superior hotel with 23 rooms and suites in 2011 and can also be rented as a whole for company events and family celebrations. These include private cinema, fireplace room, lounge, sun terrace, conference rooms, fitness, wellness, heated outdoor pool, mountain bikes and nearby golf course.

This four-star hotel on the edge of a forest offers views of the Matterhorn and is run by a young and innovative team. Luxurious Alpine style is combined with atmospheric rooms with hardwood flooring. In the contemporary restaurant Filet et Fils, guests are served traditional cuisine with a cosmopolitan twist. Also features an impressive spa with steam grotto and outdoor jacuzzi, etc. Ski in & out, dog-friendly, wheelchair-accessible.

This unconventional boutique hotel in the Alpine Chic style is a member of "Green Living Hotels". The keynote of the eight different rooms is ecology, and the modern bathrooms feature natural materials of high quality. All rooms and suites offer free WiFi, iPod stations, hairdryers, and a minibar with orange juice and fruit. Country-style breakfast. Over 30 varieties of whisky can be sampled at the fashionable Andermatt Whisky Club. Close to the skiing area.

Set on the sunny terrace above Gstaad with magnificent views and extensive parklike grounds. With its pleasing blend of Swiss chalet atmosphere and modern comforts, this luxury wellness and spa centre with saltwater pool provides all that is needed for gentle regeneration. Our dedicated team is committed to you as our guest. Our culinary offerings have an emphasis on light Swiss and international cuisine.

The hillside location itself on the edge of the small village of Guarda is breathtaking enough! The hotel consists of two beautifully decorated 15th-century Engadin buildings. The main building has a magnificent dining room and 16 elegant rooms with WLAN. Each of the Chasa Pepina's 5 suites comes with a stone pine panelled parlour. Guests enjoy the use of the comfortable Stüvetta lounge with library and fireplace as well as the panoramic hotel garden.

A 30's style hotel, located in the heart of the monastery. The family Guler has owned and managed it since it opened its doors in 1938. Three junior suites were added in 2003. The legendary Chesa restaurant boasts 14 Gault Millau points and serves a cuisine that adapts to fresh market produce. In the Chesa Bar there is live music, while eating raclette becomes a whole new experience in the Carigiet Bar and Tavern with its bowling alley.

Renowned grand hotel dating back to 1912 and still owned by the founding family. Under the same management for the past 20 years. Set in parklike grounds affording magnificent views. Rooms and suites have been completely renovated. 2 restaurants and 2 bars, plus 2 mountain restaurants. Wellness area, largest local indoor pool, ice rink, tennis, golf putting and pitching green. Hotel shuttle bus to the centre of St. Moritz.

In a magnificent location above Grindelwald. The legendary Kleine Scheidegg downhill run passes right by the sun terrace of this 4-star design hotel. Straightforward but innovative mountain tourism with a strong regional focus is the keynote at this modern yet cosy hostelry built in the rustic chalet style. It is managed personally by the Grossniklaus family. Country-style Alpine parlour, bar and lounge. Rooms of various sizes, one penthouse (130 m2). Luxurious wellness centre with outdoor whirlpool and superb panorama.