We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Switzerland. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated January 2024.
ZERMATT.Hip. Nice style. Great value. Popular among couples. Located in Zermatt and with Zermatt Railway Station reachable within 1.3 km, 22 Summits Boutique Hotel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and free shuttle service. At 22 Summits Boutique Hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near 22 Summits Boutique Hotel include Zermatt - Matterhorn, Matterhorn Golf club and Matterhorn Museum. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with a fitness centre, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a shared lounge. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room includes a coffee machine, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer pool views. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Zermatt, like skiing.Show full description
This trendy boutique hotel in Zermatt is known for its beautifully furnished rooms and suites. It has a stylish bar and lounge area for relaxation. The highlight of the hotel is its two-storey wellness area, providing a luxurious spa experience.
STOOS.Unique. Great bar. Cosy rooms. Caschu Alp Boutique Design Hotel can be found right in the heart of the car-free village of Stoos ob Schwyz at 1300 metres above sea level, next to ski slopes and hiking paths. All rooms are furnished in modern Alpine style and feature a balcony or a terrace with panoramic views of the Alps. You can enjoy a wide range of dishes including home-made pasta in the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available. There is also a bar, as well as indoor and outdoor lounge areas, providing you with a choice of areas for spending relaxing hours. There is also multi-purpose room for private and corporate events. There is a small spa area with a hot tub, an infra-red cabin and a Himalaya-salt sauna at Caschu Alp Hotel. The sauna can be booked privately.Show full description
BRISSAGO.Historic property. Unique. Cosy rooms. Located on the island of Brissago on Lake Maggiore, and surrounded by a lush garden, Hotel Villa Emden is a historic villa featuring a restaurant and direct access to the beach. The rooms provide beautiful views of the lake. Beside the restaurant with summer terrace, the beachfront property also offers a bar serving snacks. Free WiFi is available in all areas of the property. Each room at Hotel Villa Emden is fitted with elegant walnut parquet floors and comes with a coffee machine, a desk and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, bathrobe and free toiletries. The Brissago Island hosts the Botanic Garden of Ticino with 1700 different plants. Guests can reach the island via boat from Porto Ronco or Ascona.Show full description
I think this is the most historic, unique and authentic boutique hotel in Switzerland. WOW!
SAAS-FEE. Bed and Breakfast.Romantic. Lovely property. Comfortable beds. Boasting a balcony with mountain views, a bar and a shared lounge, Boutique Lodge Spycher can be found in Saas-Fee, close to Saas-Fee and 16 km from Allalin Glacier. Spa facilities is available for guests, along with wellness packages. Zermatt Railway Station is 44 km from Boutique Lodge Spycher. The accommodation offers a lift and free shuttle service for guests. Some units at the bed and breakfast boast a fireplace and a private pool. With a private bathroom fitted with slippers, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a terrace. All units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and with cable channels. The buffet breakfast at the property offers local specialities as well as on-the-go options, such as fruits and juice. There is a coffee shop on-site. Skiing, cycling and hiking are possible within the area, and the bed and breakfast offers a ski pass sales point. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 162 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most ROMANTIC bed and breakfast in Switzerland. It also has SUPER COMFORTABLE BEDS.
LE LOCLE.Charming. Lively. Superb interior design. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Boutique-Hotel Guesthouse Le Locle is a boutique hotel in Le Locle, 9 km from La Chaux-de-Fonds. Each unit features a large working desk and a kitchenette. There is also a shared kitchen with staple foods. Breakfast is not available. Free private parking is available in the courtyard, subject to availability. The train station can be reached within a 5-minute walk. The nearest airport is Les Eplatures, 5 km from the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most charming and well designed boutique hotel in Switzerland.
MORCOTE.Very stylish. Historic. Great views. Popular among couples. Located in a panoramic position in the picturesque village of Vico Morcote – a small architectural jewel – and overlooking Lugano Lake, this 17th-century patrician villa has been transformed into a magical and intimate boutique hotel. The Relais features 12 unique bedrooms and suites and is the ideal location for nature lovers and vinophiles as it’s part of the Castello di Morcote wine estate. Two restaurants – Vicania, situated ten minutes from the Relais immersed in the greenery and La Sorgente - situated in the Relais with a splendid terrace- offer the best authentic local cuisine. Relax in the large lounge with fireplace and paneled ceiling in painted wood or in the cozy tea room. An intimate Mediterranean garden welcomes you to relax, sunbathe or sip an aperitif at sunset. Our complimentary buffet breakfast, made with local products, will allow you to discover the taste of our region and our own products. Our wine estate, Tenuta Castello di Morcote, is a 150-hectare organic farm and wine estate. It is located 800 yards from the Relais and our guests can visit it and enjoy the view of the marvellous seven hectares of terraced vineyards; Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay besides olive groves, broad pastures, and woods. At the center of the estate, in a dominant position, stands the Morcote Castle, a Medieval castle built in the 15th century. While staying with us you will be able to enjoy a variety of exclusive experiences such as wine-tasting, Wine & Dine, and Dinner in the Vineyard under the Stars.Show full description
VALS.Delightful property. Lively. Cosy rooms. Situated in Vals, 29 km from Freestyle Academy - Indoor Base, 7132 Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a bar. At 7132 Hotel you will find a restaurant serving French, Italian and European cuisine. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk, a balcony with a mountain view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Rooms include a safety deposit box, while certain rooms come with a patio. The rooms in 7132 Hotel are fitted with a coffee machine and an iPad. The accommodation offers a buffet or à la carte breakfast. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Spa and wellness facilities including a hammam and a hot spring bath are at guests' disposal during their stay at the hotel. Guests at 7132 Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Vals, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Lake Cauma is 32 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, 138 km from 7132 Hotel.Show full description
I think this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotels in Switzerland.
ZERMATT.Stylish. Cool. Nice interior design. Nomad by CERVO Mountain Resort features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and terrace in Zermatt. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hammam. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a mountain view. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units in Nomad by CERVO Mountain Resort are equipped with slippers and an iPad. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot spring bath and spa centre. Guests at Nomad by CERVO Mountain Resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Zermatt, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Zermatt Railway Station, Matterhorn Museum and Matterhorn Golf club.Show full description
THUN.Historic. Unique. Located in Thun, 29 km from Bärengraben, Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving French, Mediterranean and local cuisine. The property is allergy-free and is set 30 km from Bern Clock Tower. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer mountain views. Guest rooms in Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel are equipped with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, vegetarian or vegan options. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Guests at Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Thun, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Münster Cathedral is 30 km from the hotel, while House of Parliament Bern is 30 km away. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Basel Airport, 129 km from Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel.Show full description
ZERMATT. The 4-star Firefly Luxury Suites at the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt is only a 3-minute walk away from the Klein Matterhorn cable car and a short walk from the village centre. The hotel offers modern, spacious suites and an indoor pool and spa area. Most suites feature a balcony and the larger ones an open fireplace. An à la carte breakfast is served to you in the suite at your desired time. A transfer from Zermatt's train station or parking areas is offered.Cost may apply . Show full description
AROSA.Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. The 4-star Superior Valsana Hotel Arosa enjoys a quiet location in the heart of Arosa at 1800 metres altitude and offers panoramic views of the Obersee lake and the mountains. It offers numerous sports and wellness facilities and free Wi-Fi. On the sun terrace above the arcades, you can enjoy the view of the surrounding mountain landscape from the restaurant with its terrace or from the spacious wellness and spa facilities. The three buildings are constructed to the highest environmental and energy standards and are characterised by state-of-the-art architecture in wood and stone. You can ski right down to the front door of the Valsana Hotel Arosa. The lifts are easily reachable by the local bus. You can also find arcades with a supermarket, sports shop and doctors’ surgeries on the ground floor.Show full description
BRIGELS.Charming. Superb breakfast. Great value. Hotel Mischun in Brigels is 400 metres from the village centre and 800 metres from the cable cars. It offers a wellness area with sauna, steam bath and a foot massage basin. The hotel also has a large garden and terrace. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. The junior suites and suites have a balcony. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. Drinks and small snacks are served in the lounge at certain times.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and great affordability.
AROSA.Relaxing atmosphere. Lively. The Alpine-style BelArosa Superior Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the centre of Arosa and 400 metres from Arosa Train Station and the cable cars. It offers ski-to-door access and free access to its modern spa and fitness area. The spacious rooms and suites all have a balcony. The suites also feature a kitchenette to prepare light meals. Hotel BelArosa Superior’s spa area includes an indoor pool with a 25-metre water slide, various saunas and steam baths, a relaxation room, and a modern fitness room. A wide range of massage treatments is available. The lobby bar features an open fireplace. Free parking and a charging station for electric cars are available on site. In summer, guests benefit from the Arosa Card, which provides special offers, such as cable cars and the regional bus, free boat rentals, as well as free access to the Untersee beach area and the ropes course.Show full description
SILVAPLANA.Lovely interior design. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Located in Silvaplana, 4.4 km from Train Station St. Moritz, Giardino Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 11 km from Engadin Golf Samedan & Zuoz-Madulain and 37 km from Swiss National Park Visitor Centre, the property offers a ski pass sales point, as well as a terrace. The accommodation features a sauna, hot tub and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at the hotel include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room is fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. At Giardino Bed & Breakfast rooms come with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or vegetarian options. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Silvaplana, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Engadiner Museum is 3.5 km from Giardino Bed & Breakfast. The nearest airport is Orio Al Serio International Airport, 151 km from the hotel.Show full description
ALBINEN. Bed and Breakfast.Beautiful. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Offering modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and views of Leukerbad Mountains, this b&b chalet serves breakfast made from home-made ingredients. Located in Albinen, the ski slopes are 5 km away. Each room features a unique design that mixes contemporary furnishings with traditional décor. La Demeure des Elfes’ rooms have en suite bathrooms and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room features a balcony or terrace offering views of Leukerbad Mountains. Buffet breakfast at the hotel includes home-made marmalades, mountain cheese and different types of bread. La Demeure des Elfes is a 10-minute drive away from the Leukerbad spa.Show full description
ASCONA.Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great value. Popular among couples. Offering a 300-metre long private lakeshore at Lake Locarno, the luxurious Castello del Sole features a spacious wellness centre with a gym, tennis courts and a golf course. It is surrounded by a 14-hectare big private park. The various à la carte restaurants serve an international cuisine including sea food specialities. All rooms and suites come with air conditioning, free wired internet access, cable TV and balcony. The private bathrooms are equipped with toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. Directly on the lakeshore guests can have a drink at the Spiaggia bar and terrace. They offer outdoor dining options on the summer terrace. The Castello del Sole offers a playground for children and a rich animation programme in July and August. Baby sitting services are offered throughout the year on request. Guests can rent motor boats and bicycles. The centre of Ascona is 1.5 km away and Locarno is 3 km from the Castello. Free parking is available on site.Show full description
BRISSAGO.Beautiful. Great location. Great breakfast. All rooms at Yachtsport Resort Lago Maggiore in Brissago are located on the lake side. Guests have access to a private beach with a palm garden, and free WiFi is available. Most of the rooms at Yachtsport Resort are air-conditioned and all feature a flat-screen satellite TV, extra long beds, and a bathroom with a rain-shower. A Fun & Sun Active-Zone offers a lot of activities for water sports sas sailing, surfing and water skiing. The Lago Maggiore Yachtsport Resort features a water taxi service to all points around the lake. Secure parking spaces and underground parking are available. The Ticino Ticket is included, and allows free admission and discounts at several local attractions, as well as for cable cars and public transport.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Brissago.
ASCONA.Lively. Charming. Great bar. Popular among women. Offering an outdoor pool and sun terrace, Art Hotel Riposo is set in Ascona in the Canton of Ticino Region. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room includes a TV. A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and slippers. There is valet parking at the property. The nearest airport is Lugano Airport, 20 km from Art Hotel Riposo.Show full description
I think this is the most LIVELY boutique hotel in Switzerland. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
ZERMATT.Great views. Offering ski-to-door access and a spa centre with an outdoor pool, Riffelalp Resort 2222m 2222m is located right within the ski, hiking and biking region above Zermatt. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The three restaurants at Riffelalp Resort 2222m 2222m offer different culinary delights, from fine dining to Italian and local specialties. Most of the rooms and suites feature a balcony and breathtaking views of the Matterhorn. All rooms have a bathroom with bathtub and/or shower, a Nespresso coffee machine and a Smart-TV. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. The outdoor pool at Spa 2'222m is heated to 35°C, and there are a sun terrace, a selection of saunas, a steam room, a hot tub and a solarium. Massages and other treatments can be booked. Baby and child care services can be arranged upon request, and there are a 24-hour reception and a concierge service. Ski passes can be purchased at the hotel, and there is a ski and mountain bike hire. In summer, Europe's highest tram operates within the resort.Show full description
ZERMATT.Great location. Great value. This brand new renovated hotel in the centre of Zermatt is just a 5-minute walk from Zermatt Train Station and across the road of the valley station of the Sunnegga Express. It offers free WiFi. All rooms at Hotel Mama feature an LCD TV and a private bathroom. The Matterhorn Express Cable Car and the Gornergrat Monte Rosa train can be reached easily by the electric bus. The stop is located directly in front of Hotel Mama.Show full description
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