We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Swiss Alps, 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 Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.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
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. 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. 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
Based on my research this is the most beautiful and stylish five-star hotel in Swiss Alps. It also has very cosy rooms!
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Great location. Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, 'The Pearl of the Swiss Riviera', is located on the shores of Lake Geneva with magnificent views of the lake and the Alps. Built in 1906, the Fairmont hotel offers a traditional and elegant atmosphere combined with the latest technology. Featuring refined yet relaxed dining spaces, MP’S Bar & Grill includes an outdoor terrace and a cocktail bar. The menu reflects a passionate faith in the finest local produce including the regions best wines. Offering simple, gourmet food coupled with and an unpretentious atmosphere, Funky Claude’s Bar is a great place to drop by or hang out late into the night. The Lounge offers a light breakfast selection, snacks during the day and pre-dinner drinks in the evening. And in summer La Terrasse du Petit Palais offers a Mediterranean cuisine with a breathtaking view over the Lake and the Alps. The in-room dining service is available 24 hours a day. The breakfast buffet is served in the winter garden, offering great views over the Lake Geneva and the Alps. A small terrace is available during summer. Enjoy the fitness, health and wellness facilities in the 2000 m² Fairmont Spa. Access to the Fairmont Spa is included in the room rate. It offers an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, fitness room, sauna and hammam. In the summer time, the outdoor pool invites you for a swim, whilst the large garden is the right place to relax. An extensive program of massages as well as face and body treatments are available (at additional charge). Located in the heart of Montreux, the position of Fairmont Le Montreux Palace is an excellent starting point for any excursions, eg. to the Chillon Castle, to various museums, the village of Vevey or to the close-by mountains.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Great value. Built in the late 19th century in neo-Baroque style and with a history dating back to 1848, the 5-star superior Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina offers panoramic views of the Bernina glaciers and Engadine Mountains, a luxurious spa, and an award-winning restaurant. As member of Swiss Deluxe hotels, all of the elegantly furnished and luxuriously equipped rooms feature wired and wireless internet access. Rooms either look out onto the mountains and glacier or the courtyard and village. The Grand Restaurant (dress code for dinner: jacket for gentlemen) you will be served breakfast and dinner if you book half board. It is decorated in an elegant neo-Baroque style. It serves traditional Swiss and international dishes. The more informal à-la-carte Kronenstübli gourmet restaurant (dress code: smart casual) currently holds 16 Gault Millau points. Guests can also enjoy light menus and drinks on the wooden terrace of Le Pavillon. Grand Hotel Kronenhof was awarded as GaultMillau Hotel of the Year in 2008. The wide range of restaurants guarantees culinary variety. The Kronenhof Spa with over 2,000 m² features a lavish pool, a children's pool, a wellness bath area, a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna, a stone grotto steam bath, a saltwater grotto, a relax floating-bath, a Kneipp footpath, a relaxation room with fireplace, 13 treatment rooms, as well as a fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment For children older than 3, the hotel has its very own children’s club and children's restaurant. Professional babysitting services are provided. During summer season, children up to 12 years stay free of charge in an extra bed. The property offers Ski pass for just CHF 45 per person per day. In summer, guests staying 2 or more nights benefit from the free use of all mountain trains in the Upper Engadine region.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened July 2022. Located in Crans-Montana, 700 metres from Crans-sur-Sierre, Six Senses Crans-Montana provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. The accommodation offers a ski pass sales point and ski-to-door access, as well as a terrace and a bar. The area is popular for hiking and skiing, and ski equipment hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna, nightclub and a shared lounge. A buffet, continental or gluten-free breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Japanese, local and European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Six Senses Crans-Montana also has a wellness area, where guests can make the most of facilities like a hammam. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the reception. Sion is 22 km from the accommodation, while Mont Fort is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa, 178 km from Six Senses Crans-Montana, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Gstaad is a pristine Alpine village that’s somehow equally out-of- this-world as it is down-to-earth. To experience all its wonders, escape to undoubtedly one of the finest properties in Switzerland. Sink into your own uniquely designed suite or residence, reminiscent of a private chalet, to live in utter luxury and discretion. We have steam fireplaces (child and dog friendly), lavish bathrooms, and balconies with breathtaking and inescapable views of the Alps, and a smooth-operating team to cater to your most spontaneous of requests! Ultima Gstaad's luxury features include Private Cinema, Aesthetics Clinic, Cocktail & Shisha Bars, 800m2 Spa, Indoor Pool & Jacuzzi, Outdoor Jacuzzi, Hammam & Sauna, Ski Slopes only 2-Minutes’ Walk Away, South-Facing Outdoor Terrace, 15-metre Swimming Pool, 4 Treatment Rooms, 1 Double Cabin Treatment Room, Juice bar, and Fitness Gymnasium. At Ultima Gstaad, not a second goes unsavoured. Year-round, the world’s most discerning guests return here to experience the height of Swiss hospitality. This is the birthplace of Ultima’s magic. There are three wooden chalets of 11 suites, six residences, a restaurant, a lobby bar and a shisha lounge. Plus, there’s a leading Swiss clinic and spa for recharging to full. Each space is exquisitely crafted for snug evenings after a day skiing in the mountains.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Great breakfast. A member of “Leading Hotels of the World”, the 5-star Mont Cervin Palace was opened in 1851. It is situated in the heart of Zermatt, 300 metres from the train station. You can find relaxation in the pool and in the 1,700 m² wellness and spa area and indulge in a wide range of beauty treatments. Most of the guest rooms are facing south and have a balcony or a patio with views of the Matterhorn. A few of the junior suites and suites come with a hot tub or an open fireplace. Wireless internet is available in all rooms free of charge. A rich breakfast buffet and an exquisite à-la-carte dinner are served every day. At the Grill Le Cervin meat and fish are prepared on the charcoal grill. At the weekly gala dinners in the hotel restaurant (in winter), a jacket and tie are required (smart casual). Weather permitting, the small sun terrace in front of the hotel invites you to take a front-row seat and watch the colourful bustle of the Bahnhofstrasse. Dinner under supervision is served to the youngest guests at 18:00 (winter only) at the children's table of the Mont Cervin Palace. Meet for cocktails, informal conversation or an after-dinner drink in the charming Joseph's Bar with piano music or in the Capri Bar offering a fine cigar assortment. The Mont Cervin's red horse-drawn carriage is a popular photographic motif and awaits you at the station in Zermatt.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious. Great views. The Kulm Hotel St Moritz is a luxurious hotel with a special history: as Johannes Badrutt founded it in 1856, he also laid the foundation stone for winter tourism. Since then, the Kulm Hotel is characterized by its style and authenticity. Every room faces the impressive mountainscape, the south-facing ones the Lake St. Moritz and those facing north, the spectacular south flanks of Piz Nair and other enticing parts of the Corviglia region. The Kulm Hotel has always practiced the high art of refined gourmet cuisine and features 5 restaurants with various culinary offers, which range from carefully prepared local specialities to international haute cuisine. The completely revised Kulm Spa St. Moritz stretching out over 2000 m², disposes of a lavish pool, whirlpool, children’s pool, open-air pool, kneipp footpath, salt grotto, steam bath, a sauna world and a fitness centre with the latest equipment. The hotel has its own 9-hole golf course including a driving range, putting green, golf academy with Pro as well as 3 tennis courts. In winter, guests enjoy the the hotel’s own ice skating and curling rink and the legendary Bob and Cresta Run.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great location. Popular among couples. From the valley station of Zermatt's Sunnegga Cable Car, a lift takes you directly to the reception of the CERVO Mountain Resort, located right next to the ski slopes and hiking trails. Zermatt Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The property boasts 3 restaurants and a spa. The CERVO consists of 7 units with spacious rooms and suites. Every unit features its own wellness area with a sauna, steam bath, terrace, massage room, and relaxation room with an open fireplace. The terrace offers panoramic views of the Matterhorn Mountain. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner at the elegant restaurant, which serves selected regional specialities and fine wines. On arrival and departure, free transfer services are offered between the hotel and the train station and village entrance of Zermatt.Show full description
Based on my research this is the coolest five-star hotel in Swiss Alps. It also has a great location.
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious. Superb 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
I would describe this as the most well designed and luxurious five-star hotel in Swiss Alps.
Luxury Hotel.Opened February 2021. Located within 1.1 km of Titlis Rotair Cable Car and 35 km of Lucerne Station, Kempinski Palace Engelberg provides rooms in Engelberg. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub and a hammam. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna, while a terrace is also available. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk. Each room includes a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. Kempinski Palace Engelberg offers a children's playground. There is also a business centre and a kids' club on site. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German, English, Spanish and French. Lion Monument is 37 km from the accommodation, while KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 97 km from Kempinski Palace Engelberg.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Great value. The 5-star Waldhaus Hotel in quiet Sils-Maria, only 10 km from bustling St.Moritz, proudly overlooks the village and offers splendid views and an indoor pool. Owned and managed by the same family since 1908, it combines 5-star comfort with the charm and spaciousness of an earlier era. Free internet access is provided in the rooms, and free Wi-Fi is provided in public areas. The Arvenstube restaurant serves gourmet cuisine and features a romantic terrace in the park. Guests have free use of the hotel's outdoor tennis courts and reduced fees for the indoor court. Upon arrival or departure a free transfer between the Waldhaus hotel and the St. Moritz train station is provided. Transfers between the hotel and village can be arranged upon request. In winter this service is also provided to the the Silser ski area. Regional buses can also be used free of charge. During summer and autumn guests have free use of the regional mountain railways and also a motorboot on Silsersee Lake.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most charming, elegant and romantic five-star hotel in Swiss Alps. It also has GREAT AFFORDABILITY. WOW!
Boutique hotel. Set in Brail, 19 km from Engadin Golf Samedan & Zuoz-Madulain, Relais & Châteaux IN LAIN Hotel Cadonau offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The area is popular for hiking and skiing, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms have a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Relais & Châteaux IN LAIN Hotel Cadonau also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. Train Station St. Moritz is 25 km from Relais & Châteaux IN LAIN Hotel Cadonau, while Piz Buin is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bolzano, 140 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. 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
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great views. Popular among couples. 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. 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. The three restaurants at Riffelalp Resort 2222m 2222m offer different culinary delights, from fine dining to Italian and local specialties. 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
Luxury Hotel.Lovely property. Good breakfast. As an exclusive Ski In & Ski Out Hotel with private ski lift, this 5-star luxury resort is the first address for unforgettable winter moments and is the only hotel in St. Moritz to offer private access with social distancing to the Corviglia ski area. The in-house winter sports shop also equips you with your desired equipment directly at the hotel and the ski school can also be booked directly at the hotel. The daily regular shuttle service takes you to other ski stations as well as to St. Moritz. Each of Suvretta House’s spacious rooms are decorated with rich fabrics and filled with natural light. Some of the modern bathrooms have a freestanding bath and marble details. The Suvretta is set in a natural park, surrounded by the Suvretta-Corviglia winter sport and hiking region. The hotel offers free parking and a bicycle rental service. The picturesque town of St. Moritz is 2 km away. The state-of-the-art spa offers a 25-metre indoor pool, an open-air whirlpool and massage therapies. There is a fully-equipped fitness centre and a sauna. The Grand Restaurant serves gourmet specialities, while the Suvretta Stube offers authentic Swiss dishes. For younger guests, there is Teddy Club children’s restaurant. Guests can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the Club Bar with a refreshing drink.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great views. 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 boutique hotel is popular among couples travelling to Swiss Alps.
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Popular among couples. Boasting a spectacular alpine location in Arosa at an altitude of 1800 metres above sea level, the Tschuggen Grand Hotel Arosa represents a haven of luxury, offering you its own private cable car to the ski and hiking area, gourmet cuisine and the Tschuggen Bergoase spa, a wellness oasis on 5000 m². All 128 rooms and suites have been designed by the Swiss architect Carlo Rampazzi and enchant with their contemporary style and breathtaking views from the balconies. Fine cuisine can be enjoyed in 4 different restaurants on site, including The Basement with "grandmother's recipes, honest and regional, the award-winning restaurant La Brezza, a daily changing menu at the Grand Restaurant and the La Collina Restaurant with its sunny terrace. Designed by the famous architect Mario Botta, the Tschuggen Bergoase spa invites you to unwind. The Tschuggen Grand Hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, thus ranking among the the world's 450 most luxurious hotels. Numerous ski slopes and cross-country tracks, curling and skating rinks can be found in the immediate vicinity of the Tschuggen Grand Hotel Arosa. The exclusive private Tschuggen Express funicular allows guests ski-to-door access. 40 km of winter hiking routes let you experience the unique mountain landscape at your own pace. Play golf on one of Europe's highest situated golf courses, take part in balloon trips, try paragliding and delta gliding, enjoy romantic rides on horse-drawn sleighs and exciting toboggan descents. 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. Arosa train station is 3 minutes by car from Tschuggen Grand Hotel and Zurich can be reached within a 2-hour drive. Private exterior parking spaces are available free of charge and the concierge can arrange limousine and helicopter transfers.Show full description
Chalet. Boasting a fitness centre, garden and free WiFi, The Lodge is located in Verbier, 400 metres from Medran 1 and 400 metres from Medran 2. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is 1.1 km from Mayentzet. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at The Lodge also feature a mountain view. All guest rooms at the accommodation are fitted with a seating area. A continental or buffet breakfast is available each morning at the property. There is an in-house team of chefs, serving lunch and dinner at set times and specialising in international cuisine. Gluten-free and dairy-free options are also available. The property has a hot tub and an indoor pool. You can play table tennis and billiards at The Lodge. Le Rouge is 1.2 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Geneva International Airport, 88 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Guarda Golf Hotel & Residences close to the centre of Crans-Montana is directly on the fairway of a 9-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Free limousine transportation within Crans-Montana is provided to all guests. The Crans-Montana Ski Area is only 800 metres away. The rooms and suites are equipped with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, USB charging ports, Bluetooth or Apple TV, and a special ventilation system with air humidification. Most offer views of the Alps. Guests can enjoy traditional cuisine of the Levant and of Southern Italy in the onsite restaurant. The Guarda Golf Lounge serves classic international cuisine throughout the day and features a fireplace. Both restaurants offer panoramic views of the Swiss Alps from the large terrace. Guarda Golf Hotel & Residences offers a private 15-seat cinema, a private dining room, a library, as well as a cigar lounge. The modern spa area in glass and stone features an indoor pool, an invigorating whirlpool, a Finnish sauna, a traditional hammam, a fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment. Guests benefit from free shuttle service to and from the ski lifts and can use a ski storage room with a ski boot dryer free of charge. In addition to the 9-hole course, the Guarda Golf Hotel & Residences is adjacent to an 18-hole course designed by Severiano Ballesteros. The hotel offers indoor golf practice and a unique practice area in front of the building, private golf carts, green-fee reservations and golf lessons, and transfers to golf courses.Show full description
I think this place could be the most RELAXING five-star hotel in Swiss Alps. It also has super comfortable beds.
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