Five Mountain Hotels That Are Only Accessible By Train

The Hotel Jungfrau stands on its own at Wengernalp, at a height of 1900 surrounded by a world of peace and tranquillity. This traditional family-run hotel, originating from the 19th century, has been lovingly restored and modernized in several stages, and by today’s standards is considered one of the most charming hotels in the Alps which is especially attractive to families with its pure mountain air. The Wengernalp train station and Jungfrau railway are conveniently reached and winter sports enthusiasts can get to the chairlifts after only a brief descent.

One of the few remaining grandes dames of the Swiss Alps of the nineteenth century, Bellevue des Alpes stands at a showstopping 2,054 meters on the Scheidegg Pass, overlooking the iconic Eiger, and is reachable only by train or on foot. Once there, you have a feeling of utter peace and of stepping back in time to a golden age of mountain hospitality. Open in both winter and summer, it is a very special option for those who lean toward tradition and the family-run— current owners Andreas and Silvia von Almen are the fifth generation to run Bellevue des Alpes.

Reopened in December 2021 after extensive renovations, BEAUSiTE Zermatt offers freshly refurbished spacious rooms and suites in warm colours with detailed fabrics and a British flair bring back the Swiss golden age of alpinism. You have a breathtaking view of the landmark of the Valais mountain village, the Matterhorn from almost every angle of the hotel.

THE OMNIA is a contemporary interpretation of the traditional mountain lodge in the glamorous Swiss resort of Zermatt. A quintessentially American concept, it has been reinvented for the Swiss Alps by the New York-based architect Ali Tayar. With its one-of-a-kind location, interior design, fine cuisine, and comprehensive wellness program, THE OMNIA strives to create an environment for moments of peace, in harmony with nature.

In the foothills of the Matterhorn, the symbol of Switzerland and the gateway to the Valais Alps, lies the classic winter resort of Zermatt. And nestled in this car-free village, surrounded by soaring peaks, you will find the Firefly. A sleek, family-run hotel with interiors that take the alpine aesthetic into the 21st century, it is more of a collection of private apartments that offer the freedom to follow your own rhythm.