The 10 Best Winter Hotels in Switzerland

During the winter-season everyone in Switzerland is heading to the mountains to pursue winter sports or to take extended hiking tours through fairy-tale winter wonderlands. The Swiss Alps are without a doubt one of the best areas for a winter retreat in Europe since they combine majestic mountains, numerous ski areas and high-class hotels. We have carefully selected the 10 best winter hotels in Switzerland for you. Some of these five star hotels are located right next to extensive ski slopes, some offer miraculous trails and sumptuous spa areas. Just as Switzerland is renowned for its high-quality products and exquisite delicacies such as cheeses and chocolate, it is also widely acclaimed for its accommodations across the country. We took a closer look at all aspects of each luxury hotel in order to provide a proper selection of hotels. Start dreaming of a white Christmas with your loved ones in an outstanding location covered in white fluffy snow.

The five star luxury hotel W Verbier attracts visitors with a modern wooden chalet-like exterior and colorful lightning on the outside. The perfect location at the end of a ski slope enables vacationers to ski in and ski out right away. Spacious rooms with stylish interior design characterize the whole property and eye-catching lights illuminate the rooms of the building. The hotel frequently provides live music events on site and guests can look forward to indulge in exquisite cuisine in one of the most famous ski areas of Switzerland.

Five star hotel Waldhaus Flims offers a remote winter retreat for those who are searching for serenity and peace. The historic building combines tradition with contemporary luxury and covers roughly 20,000 square meters, which is quite a bit of space to get lost in. With an on-site museum, the property provides amusement for those who are interested in historic facts about the building and the region. Loosen up in the spacious spa area, listen to the sound of silence and watch the world go by.

Pursue winter sports in the ski area of Andermatt-Sedrun-Disentis or enjoy special activities like goat-trekking or helicopter flights at five star hotel The Chedi Andermatt. Take a bath in the freestanding tub of your spacious suite and turn your gaze to the enchanting surroundings on the outside through major panorama windows. A huge spa area with 2,400 square meters ensures pure relaxation on the highest level and lifts the mood in the twinkling of an eye. The hotel has numerous restaurants that offer an Asian-Alpine cuisine to the guests and leave absolutely nothing to be desired. The opulent wine and cheese storages are the icing on the cake.

The city of St. Moritz is internationally renowned for winter sports and luxury. Not far away from the busy city center, but located in a more remote western part of the valley lies five star hotel Suvretta House. The traditional and impressive hotel building has been welcoming guests since 1911 and is characterized by its international flair. Indulge in the majestic interior of the ancient hotel building and enjoy the classically designed furniture. Take the hotel’s private ski-lift to ascend to the upper Engadin and enjoy the big variety of slopes and trails.

Accessible only by a historic rack railway from the village of Zermatt and located right in the middle of ski resort Gornergrat, the Riffelalp Resort has been a venue for the European high society since 1884. Vacationers enjoy the remoteness of this place at 2,222 meters above sea level, surrounded by native Swiss stone pines and unspoiled nature. This family friendly hotel offers lots of activities for young and old and is located right at the ski slopes. After skiing out and in, guests can look forward to relaxing in the highest spa of Europe, which attracts vacationers with breathtaking views of the impressive Matterhorn. 

Get ready for some extravagance at five star hotel Ultima Gstaad and discover resplendent pieces of art throughout the hotel. Impressively shaped furniture and striking designs can be found in almost every corner of the property. The features of this trendy hotel and private residence are its state of the art spa and clinic which will administer a combination of aesthetics and lifestyle medicine treatments in the beautiful surroundings of the Swiss Alps. Guests are taken care of with impeccable service and meticulous craftsmanship. Pick-up services from the airport as well as a self-playing piano are included, only to name a few specials of this arty hotel. 

Indulge in the charming ambience of one of the grand hotels of Switzerland and breathe in fresh air at the health resort of Davos. Located at the Promenade of the city, this inviting and beautiful five star hotel brings a French flair into the heart of Switzerland. With a clever touch of classic beauty, the Steigenberger Grandhotel Belvédère serves as a soothing retreat and combines the comforts of the city with a rural remoteness.

Conceptualized by interior designer Carlo Rampazzi, the five star Tschuggen Grand Hotel in Arosa captivates with exclusively fine materials and lavish fixtures throughout the whole building. The magnificent spa area of the hotel spans across an unbelievable 5,000 square meters and offers almost infinite room of relaxation for the guests. The adjacent ski area of Arosa offers more than 225 kilometers of ski slopes and lots of other winter activities for vacationers to pursue.

In vicinity to the resplendent cities of Lucerne and Zurich, five star boutique hotel Villa Honegg is located on a mountain at 914 meters above sea level. Picturesque hiking trails all around the property invite for extended walks and the renowned outdoor infinity pool offers stunning views of Lake Lucerne. Watching the snow-covered mountains while floating around in the warm waters of the corner pool can indeed leave guests speechless. This five star hotel is without a doubt one of the dreamiest accommodations for a winter vacation in Switzerland.

Located in Crans-Montana in close vicinity to the natural preserve Pfyn-Finges, five star Hostellerie du Pas de L’ours is a charming chalet-like hotel that attracts visitors with its cozy chambers and nearby fashion boutiques. Star chef Franck Reynaud creates exquisite menus in the hotel’s restaurant and makes this place a secret spot for international gourmets. The ski area “Pistes Novices” lies in close proximity to the hotel and provides perfect conditions for inexperienced skiers and children.