We have created a list with the best small luxury 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 Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated February 2024.
VITZNAU.Unique. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. The luxurious Park Hotel Vitznau right at the banks of Lake Lucerne has been entirely renovated in 2012 and 2013 and features its own private beach, 2 restaurants, a large spa area and free garage parking. Each of the suites and residences has been individually designed and offers 24-hour room service, free WiFi, a Nespresso Coffee Machine and a tea maker. Spa facilities include various saunas and steam baths, an ice grotto, a hot tub, as well as indoor and outdoor pools. A wide range of gourmet dishes is served in the 2 restaurants of Park Hotel Vitznau, which have an inviting lake-view terrace. Moreover you can select from fine wines from all over the world stored in 6 wine cellars on site. A free shuttle service to the Rigi Cable Car is provided by the hotel. The Küssnacht Train Station is 13 km and Lucerne is 26 km away.Show full description
BASEL.Nice style. Historic. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Basel. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The property is 300 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from Messe Basel. 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. At Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Guests at Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Basel, like cycling. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel Cathedral and Pfalz Basel. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 7 km from Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most WELL DESIGNED small luxury hotel in Switzerland.
ZÜRICH. The Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador can be found next to Zurich's opera house and to Lake Zurich, right in the heart of the city. WiFi is available in the entire property free of charge. Guests can enjoy an after-theatre nightcap in the intimate bar before spending a peaceful night in an elegantly furnished room at The Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador. Famous Bahnhofstrasse with its numerous shops is only a 10-minute walk away. The Restaurant serves seasonal dishes cooked from local ingredients, including herbs, berries and mushrooms picked in local nature reserves.Show full description
VEVEY.Historic. Great views. Le Mirador Resort & Spa is a 5-starluxury hotel with panoramic views over Lake Geneva, the Alps, and the Rhone Valley. Located high on Mont-Pèlerin, it offers gourmet cuisine and an exclusive spa area. All rooms have a private terrace or balcony. The Mirador Spa by Alpeor features a panoramic, heated indoor pool and a wide range of treatments, including massages, body and skin care, and beauty treatments. The fully equipped medical centre is specialised in regeneration and cosmetic dentistry. Le Mirador's modern, air-conditioned rooms all have remote lighting controls and a multi-language plasma TV. There is also a marble bathroom in every room. The two hotel restaurants feature a terrace facing Lake Geneva and the Alps. Le Patio serves international cuisine with local organic produce. The Hinata offers delicious declination of sushi, maki and other sumptuous Japanese food. Guests can relax at Le Piano Bar, or enjoy a cocktail on the terrace. A shuttle and limousine service are also available at the Mirador Resort & Spa.Show full description
VALS.Delightful property. Romantic. Comfortable beds. 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. 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. At 7132 Hotel you will find a restaurant serving French, Italian and European cuisine. 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 rate this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotels in Switzerland. It also has very cosy rooms.
ENGELBERG.Charming. Great views. Popular among couples. The Hotel Waldegg - Adults only enjoys an elevated south-facing position in Engelberg. It offers panoramic mountain views, a spa area with an indoor pool, and a restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available, and a free ski bus stops right in front of the hotel in winter. The sunbathing lawn, the bath in the spa area, and the restaurant also offer panoramic views of the village and the mountains. The Waldegg Hotel's spa area can be used free of charge and includes aromatic steam baths, a sauna, and a fitness room. Various massages and treatments are also available. Bathrobes, slippers and towels are provided. Fresh and authentic food is served in the Thai Siam Cuisine Restaurant. Fresh fruits are provided in the lobby. Guests can find a free charging station for electric vehicles right at the hotel. A free shuttle service to Engelberg Train Station is available on request.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Switzerland among couples!
GENEVA.Charming. Historic property. Great location. The unique Hôtel Les Armures hotel housed in a 17th-century building in the heart of Geneva's old town boasts a unique historic atmosphere, charming rooms and fine cuisine. Within a 10-minute walk you can reach the shopping district, the lake-front promenade and the main museums. The hotel offers you luxurious yet unpretentious accommodation and excellent dining. Guests will sleep within walls steeped in history beside the adjoining St. Pierre Cathedral. Guest rooms are all air-conditioned and lavishly furnished, feature marble bathrooms, thick bathrobes and the latest technology including free wireless internet access and satellite TVs. Café Hôtel Les Armures is a city landmark and Geneva's oldest coffee house, a popular spot among locals and a must-see for visitors. The restaurant serves classic French gourmet cuisine while in the cellar the Carnotzet offers cheese specialities including Raclette and Fondue. Hôtel Les Armures has been a magnet for foreign dignitaries wishing to discover the true soul of this international city. Hôtel Les Armures has welcomed such famous guests as presidents Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter and John F. Kennedy.Show full description
I think this is one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Switzerland.
LE BRASSUS.Romantic. Very stylish.Opened January 2022. Situated in Le Brassus, 45 km from Saint-Point Lake, Hôtel des Horlogers features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hammam. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel the rooms are fitted with air conditioning, 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. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. Hôtel des Horlogers offers a buffet or American breakfast. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving French cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Hôtel des Horlogers offers a spa centre. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Le Brassus, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Lausanne Railway Station is 47 km from Hôtel des Horlogers, while Palais de Beaulieu is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Geneva International Airport, 54 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most STYLISH small luxury hotel in Switzerland.
GSTAAD.Highly elegant. Opened in December 2012, this luxurious 5-star hotel in Gstaad was built in elegant Swiss Alpine style, featuring natural materials like marble, sandstone and aged wood. The Alpina Gstaad features 3 restaurants and its own cinema. The unique rooms and suites all have balconies with mountain views and marble bathrooms with a flat-screen TV, luxurious toiletries, slippers and bathrobes. Some suites also feature an open fireplace and an iPad for guests to use during their stay. Restaurants include the Megu that serves Japanese cuisine. Guests can enjoy their dinner overlooking the Bernese Alps, and relax in the wine bar or in the Havana-inspired cigar lounge. Special occasions are celebrated in the ballroom. The Six Senses Spa can be used for free by guests and features holistic treatments, an indoor and heated outdoor pool, a fitness room, and a relaxation area. Wi-Fi, wired internet access and covered parking are free of charge in the entire property. A shuttle service to and from Gstaad Train Station is provided. The centre of Gstaad is a 5-minute walk, and the next cable car station is a 5-minute drive away. Montreux is 40 km away.Show full description
CRANS-MONTANA.Lovely interior design.Opened January 2022. Situated in Crans-Montana and with Crans-sur-Sierre reachable within 1.1 km, Aïda Hôtel & Spa - "Adults Only" Relais & Châteaux features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a ski pass sales point and room service. A spa and wellness centre comprising a sauna, an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms come with a private bathroom with slippers, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast mountain views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at the hotel. Sion is 21 km from Aïda Hôtel & Spa - "Adults Only" Relais & Châteaux, while Mont Fort is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa, 177 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
GRINDELWALD.Beautiful. Stylish. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples.Opened January 2021. Situated in Grindelwald, 2 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Bergwelt Grindelwald - Alpine Design Resort features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna, while an outdoor swimming pool is also available. The hotel offers a hot tub. Guests at Bergwelt Grindelwald - Alpine Design Resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grindelwald, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Giessbachfälle is 39 km from the accommodation, while First is 200 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Zurich, 149 km from Bergwelt Grindelwald - Alpine Design Resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
GENEVA.Great views. Nice interior design.Opened April 2021. Conveniently set in the centre of Geneva, The Woodward - an Oetker Collection Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. Guests can make use of a bar. At the hotel, rooms have a desk. Each room includes a safety deposit box, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also offer lake views. All units will provide guests with a minibar. The Woodward - an Oetker Collection Hotel offers a terrace. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Speaking German, English, French and Italian, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gare de Cornavin, Jet d'Eau and United Nations Geneva. The nearest airport is Geneva International, 5 km from The Woodward - an Oetker Collection Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
ZERMATT.Popular among women. The Relais & Chateaux Schönegg is located on a hill above Zermatt and is connected to the centre via a mountain elevator. It offers a 24-hour reception, free WiFi and a view of the Matterhorn. The units at the Schönegg all come with a minibar, cable TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Most of the units feature a balcony. In addition, the suites provide a seating area. Guests at the Hotel can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, including local and home-made products. The on-site restaurant provides a view of the mountains from its sun terrace. A spa area comprising a sauna, a steam bathtub and 2 whirlpools can be found on site. A relaxation area is also available and massages are available on request. The Sunegga Ski Area is located within 80 metres from the tunnel exit and the Gornergrat Railway is 200 metres away.Show full description
Lovely property in a great location with superb views. It is located on the side of a hill overlooking the Zermatt Valley and has an elevator to bring guests up the mountain. The hotel is first-class in every way, with great food, lovely chalet decor, well-furnished rooms with balconies, and brand-new spa amenities.
ZERMATT.Charming. Unique. Good breakfast. Owned by the famous skier Pirmin Zurbriggen, the Suitenhotel in Zermatt can be found just 100 metres from the Matterhorn Express Cable Car and offers you rooms and suites with Matterhorn views, as well as indoor and outdoor pools. All rooms and suites come with a mountain-view balcony and the suites feature a fully equipped, modern kitchen. Bathrobes and slippers are provided and free Wi-Fi is available in the entire building. Breakfast is available every morning and will be served to your room. The nearest restaurant is just 100 metres away. A free shuttle service from the Zermatt Train Station is available. The centre of Zermatt is 600 metres away from Suitenhotel Zurbriggen.Show full description
ZERMATT.Unique. Elegant. Popular among couples. Situated on a rock, 45 metres above the roofs of central Zermatt, guests access The Omnia via a tunnel leading to an elevator, which brings them right into the lobby. Guests can taste refined international cuisine made from selected seasonal ingredients in the restaurant or on the terrace. After dinner, guests can relax on the sofa in front of the fireplace, sipping an espresso or a grappa. The spa area offers various treatments to unwind after a day in the fresh mountain air. All units vary in layout and size and feature elegant modern design and private balconies. Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel free of charge. The Omnia offers its own taxi service to and from Zermatt railway station, the car park or the heliport. A shuttle or helicopter service to the airports can be arranged by the hotel team as well. Zermatt's winter sports area can be reached within a 15-minute walk or by electrically-powered buses and taxis. Please note that construction work is going on nearby [from 01/04/2021 to 30/09/2025 and some rooms may be affected by noise.Show full description
This charming hotel is well known for its fairytale landscape and cozy atmosphere. Beautiful views of the mountains, excellent spa area, fantastic breakfast and a fabulous restaurant. You can enjoy reading in front of the fireplace with the best Mountain View and a glass of complimentary bourbon. I rate this as one of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Switzerland.
SAAS-FEE.Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. Great interior design. Featuring an indoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, The Capra Saas-Fee is an elegant, Alpine-style hotel located in Saas-Fee’s centre, just a 2-to 5-minute walk from several ski lifts. Guests can sample Swiss and international specialities at the on-site restaurant. The provided suites all come with stylish furniture and offer a balcony with panoramic mountain views, a separate living area with a sofa bed, a flat-screen satellite TV, French windows, wooden floors and a modern bathroom with a shower, a bathtub and a hairdryer. The rooms can be reached via a lift and WiFi is provided in all areas. Guests of the Capra Saas-Fee can work out in the fitness centre every day, and in good weather conditions, they can also relax on a terrace. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking and there’s a heated storage room for ski equipment with coffee facilities exclusively for guests, located next to the Spielboden/Plattjen Cable Car. From June to October, public transport and the cable cars in the Saas Valley (except the Metro Alpin) can be used free of charge. From October to April, public transport is free and discounts are offered for various activities.Show full description
This might be the most relaxing small luxury hotel in Switzerland.
GENEVA.Great value. Comfortable beds. Enjoy the atmosphere of a private home in the heart of Geneva, in this haven of discreet luxury, a few steps from the lake and close to the shopping and business area. The Eastwest Hotel represents the harmonious combination of a stunning contemporary décor, eastern and western traditions and modern technology, in a subtle play of light and shade. Elegant and comfortable rooms, all equipped with individually controlled air-conditioning/heating, a pleasant, functional working area with a broad-band and wireless internet access, an interactive cable TV with a large flat screen and a Nespresso coffee machine contribute to an atmosphere of ultimate luxury. The Eastwest's restaurant serves inventive cuisine inspired by fresh market products in a refined and intimate setting, looking out onto an open-sky patio. The lobby bar offers a selection of original cocktails. Guests can relax in the sauna or get active in the fully equipped fitness area of the Eastwest Hotel.Show full description
ST. MORITZ.Historic. Great location. Great value. The traditional Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz is situated right in the centre of Sankt Moritz, only a 3-minute walk from the Chantarella funicular. It offers panoramic views of the lake, as well as free WiFi access. All rooms come with a queen-sized bed and a view of the Piz Corviglia mountain and the village. Guests can enjoy refined local cuisine in the restaurant and spend the evening hours at the popular bars of the Schweizerhof. The roof-top relaxation area of the Schweizerhof features a sauna and a steam bath. Fitness facilities are available free of charge at a partner property. Outdoor parking is available free of charge. Garage parking is offered at an additional cost. On request, guests can also visit the traditional Clavadatsch mountain hut in the Suvretta Area. A range of meeting rooms is available at the Schweizerhof as well. A transfer service from the railway station is available on request.Show full description
ZERMATT.Romantic. Great breakfast. Comfortable beds. 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
ZERMATT.Great value. Hotel Eden is a 5-minute walk from Zermatt's famous Bahnhofstrasse. It offers Matterhorn views, a spa area with an indoor pool, and a garden. Free Wi-Fi is available. Spa facilities include 2 saunas, a steam bath, special showers, an aroma grotto, underwater massage jets in the pool, a waterfall and a hot tub. You can reach the cable cars and lifts within 10 minutes' walk or by ski bus in 2 minutes. Between 08:00 and 19:00 a free transfer from and to the Zermatt Railway Station can be arranged upon prior request. The Hotel Eden also features a bar with an open fireplace, a winter garden and a garden terrace. Breakfast is served until 11:00.Show full description
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