The Swiss Hotels To Book Now

Like something out of a fairytale, Villa Honegg is all about the spectacular setting: it stands prettily on the majestic Burgenstock and soars over the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Lucerne. A five-star superior hotel, it was originally built in 1905 in the Art Nouveau-style and is easy to spot on the skyline thanks to its pretty cream palette and pale blue shutters.

The Cambrian is a one-off hotel and is the beating heart of Adelboden, having led the village's emergence as a must visit gem 'at the top of the valley'. The hotel offers a fusion of Swiss service and Welsh wit as the two brothers who own this fiercely independent hotel are Welsh ski fanatics who have a penchant for the Alpine lifestyle. Put simply The Cambrian is a haven for good times and memorable experiences.

In the early 1900s, a new railway line and miniature train station opened up the Gstaad Valley to mountain tourism, signalling the start of Le Valrose’s story. The storied hotel rests at the base of the Rubli mountain in the Vaud Alps, with the Sarine River gliding by and flanked by arcadian pastures, in the charming village of Rougemont. Since it opened in 1904, Le Valrose has been a stalwart of village life, with local families meeting around the fire or on its sunny terrace.

The Swiss ski resort of Verbier might seem an unlikely spot for the Parisians behind the Experimental Group to have planted their flag, but it works. The exterior is distinctly patriotic with its red-shuttered white facade, but gives way to playful, retro interiors by Fabrizio Casiraghi that you enter through the vibey restaurant. Inside, the staff are cool and dressed in bespoke Fusalp and the cocktails are sensational.

Perched above the resort of Crans-Montana, LeCrans is notable for its swoon-worthy views of the Valais region’s extraordinary peaks. It is a grown-up place to switch off and enjoy one’s splendid isolation, cosseted by the tranquil alpine forest that borders the hotel.

Just opened, The Brecon, is an Alpine hideaway that will bring hospitality to the Swiss Alps like that of a generous friend who intuits your every need – with the facilities of a luxury Alpine chalet at hand. Tucked away in the mountain village of Adelboden, 45 minutes from Bern and two hours from both Zurich and Geneva, its offering is about warm hospitality, careful attention to detail, and delectable freedom from the outside world.

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 grande dames of the Swiss Alps, the 19th century Bellevue des Alpes stands at a showstopping 2,054m on the Scheidegg Pass, overlooking the iconic Eiger. Only reachable by train or by foot, 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 towards 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.

Synonymous with the glamorous Swiss ski resort of Klosters, Chesa Grischuna is a simple but charming hotel that has remained true to its roots since it was opened by Hans Guler in 1938. A feat of Landi design and craftsmanship, it became a place of refuge for American GIs during the Second World War, as well as film stars, directors, and writers— earning it the name “Hollywood on the Rocks.” Greta Garbo, Gene Kelly, and Rex Harrison have all signed the guestbook in this historic house.

Chesa Colani is nestled in the ancient village of Madulain (one of the most beautiful in Switzerland), the smallest in the Upper Engadine region with just 170 inhabitants. Not far from St. Moritz, it sits within a historic, decorated 17thcentury building that was built for a noble family and evolved into a hotel in 1990, run with love by Andrea and his family. You will be warmly welcomed by his team and immediately soothed by your surroundings—the peace of the mountains and the quiet of the village.

Sitting prettily at the end of the sun-blessed Engadin Valley is Villa Flor, a hidden guesthouse run with care and passion by former gallerist Ladina Florineth. It is near to St Moritz in the diminutive village of S-chanf, yet feels a world away; something her cult following of creatives want to keep this way.

Reminiscent of a fairytale castle, Suvretta House is located in St Moritz, in the magnificent landscape of the Upper Engadine, surrounded by majestic mountains and lakes that glisten in summer, and freeze over in winter. A 5-star luxury resort with a private ski lift, it is also the only hotel in St Moritz with ski-in/ski-out access.

Hotel Bella Tola is a historic mountain retreat in Switzerland’s picturesque Valais valley rooted in its surrounding nature. A generous white property with pretty blue shutters, the hotel is ideal for those planning to ski or snowshoe in the Saint-Luc and Chandolin areas in winter or hike and bike in summer.

Set above the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana at an altitude of 2112m, the Chetzeron marries alpine minimalism with breathtaking views over the highest peaks in the Alps. A former gondola lift station and restaurant, it was transformed into a hotel in 2014 and enjoys a secluded location, affording moments of peacefulness and relaxation.

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.

The Pensiun Aldier is a charming little hotel in Sent, a beautifully preserved historic village in the sun-blessed Engadin. Set at 1443m, the hotel was built in 1865 and is an elegant home-from-home.

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.