Best Hotels in Swiss Ski Resorts: Areas, Prices and Booking Tips

The Swiss Alps are a dream for skiers and snowboarders – and choosing the right hotel is almost as important as choosing the right slopes.
This guide explains which regions work best as a base, what types of hotels you’ll find there and how prices differ between luxury, family-friendly and more budget-oriented stays.
You’ll also find up-to-date price ranges, a comparison table of major ski areas and practical advice on when and how to book.

• Switzerland remains one of the most expensive ski destinations: a good 3–4* hotel on the slopes often costs around 250–400 CHF per night, classic 5* hotels start around 400–800 CHF, while ultra-luxury properties go from 800–1 500+ CHF, especially in Zermatt and St. Moritz.
• Top areas to stay include Zermatt, St. Moritz, Davos-Klosters, Verbier and 4 Vallées, the Jungfrau region (Grindelwald, Wengen), Saas-Fee and Arosa Lenzerheide.
• Families are particularly well catered for in Davos, Saas-Fee, Arosa Lenzerheide and several resorts in the Jungfrau region, where many hotels offer kids’ clubs and gentle beginner slopes.
• Ski-in/ski-out hotels save a lot of time but come at a premium, especially right next to key lifts in Zermatt, Verbier and Laax.
• A typical adult day ski pass in major Swiss resorts (Zermatt, St. Moritz, Verbier, Jungfrau, Davos) is roughly 70–100 CHF in high season.
• For Christmas, New Year and February school holidays, you usually need to book hotels 6–9 months in advance, otherwise only very expensive or poorly located options remain.
• For mobile data and navigation it is easiest to arrange an eSIM in advance – see eSIM for Switzerland for a detailed guide.

Staying in Zermatt puts you in one of Switzerland’s most snow-sure and scenic resorts, right beneath the Matterhorn and with skiing up to high-altitude glaciers.
Accommodation ranges from traditional chalets to iconic 5* hotels like Mont Cervin Palace and Grand Hotel Zermatterhof, but prices are among the highest in the country and the resort is car-free, so you’ll arrive by train or shuttle from Täsch.

Below are the top ski hotels in Zermatt – the ones best suited for skiing and snowboarding:

• Riffelalp Resort 2222m (Zermatt) – an iconic 5-star hotel at 2,222 m directly in the Gornergrat ski area. Set on a plateau in the middle of the mountains, it offers true ski-in/ski-out access to ~360 km of slopes and one of the highest spas in Europe, with an outdoor heated pool overlooking the Matterhorn.
• Cervo Mountain Resort (Zermatt) – a design-led resort located right by the end of the slopes, with access to the Ātman Mountain Spa (saunas, hammam, onsen-style baths). Offers ski-in/ski-out, stunning Matterhorn views, several restaurants and an “Alpine boho-luxe” atmosphere.
• Resort la Ginabelle (Zermatt) – one of the most popular ski hotels in central Zermatt: a large spa complex with multiple pools, separate areas for families and adults, and direct or very easy access to the Sunnegga/Gornergrat ski areas. Frequently praised in reviews as “the perfect ski base”.
• Mont Cervin Palace (Zermatt) – a historic 5-star hotel in the centre of Zermatt, featuring a spacious spa, a “restaurant village” and dedicated family ski suites. The hotel provides electric-car transfers to the lifts and ski areas, making ski logistics extremely comfortable.
• The Omnia (Zermatt) – a legendary design hotel perched on a rock above the village. It’s not ski-in/ski-out, but it’s within walking distance of the lifts and widely used as a premium ski base thanks to its spa (pool, sauna, hammam) and refined restaurant.

St. Moritz is the classic luxury hub with palace-style hotels, big spas and a glamorous social scene. Badrutt’s Palace, Kulm Hotel and Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski are textbook examples of Swiss grand hotels.
Nearby ski areas (Corviglia, Corvatsch, Diavolezza) offer varied terrain, while smaller villages in the Engadin valley provide slightly calmer – and sometimes slightly cheaper – 3–4* hotels.

Here are more excellent hotels for skiing in this region:

• Suvretta House (St. Moritz) – a castle-style hotel slightly away from the centre but with direct slope access: its private Suvretta lift connects straight to the Corviglia area, the ski school is nearby, and there is a large spa and pool. A classic luxury ski hotel, often chosen by families and long-time regulars of the resort.
• Carlton Hotel St. Moritz (St. Moritz) – a luxury property perched above the lake with panoramic valley views. The hotel provides transfers to the ski lifts and features a multi-level spa, a pool and top-tier service. Although it’s not ski-in/ski-out, Carlton consistently appears in lists of the best winter hotels in St. Moritz.
• Cresta Palace Hotel (Celerina) – a classic grand hotel in Celerina, one of the key gateways to the Corviglia/Marguns ski area. Considered ski-in/ski-out: behind the hotel are the Corviglia/Marguns slopes, a children’s lift and the ski school. The hotel offers a spa, pool, kids’ club and “Sleep & Ski” packages with ski passes included.
• Grand Hotel Kronenhof (Pontresina) – a magnificent 5-star hotel in Pontresina, 6 km from St. Moritz, with a vast spa, valley views and convenient access to the ski areas (Corviglia and Diavolezza/Lagalb) via transfers and public transport. Often cited as one of the finest hotels in the Alps.
• Hotel Saratz Pontresina (Pontresina) – a mountain resort in Pontresina with a large park, spa and pool; a convenient base for skiing in Diavolezza/Lagalb and Corviglia (via buses, trains and hotel shuttles).

Davos is one of the largest and most “sporty” ski areas in Switzerland, with several mountains including Jakobshorn Ski Resort.
You’ll find classic grand hotels, modern 4* wellness hotels and plenty of family-friendly options, often at lower rates than Zermatt or St. Moritz but with equally extensive skiing.

Top ski hotels in Davos-Klosters:

• Hotel Seehof Davos (Davos) – one of the best options by the Parsenn ski area: the hotel is located right next to the Parsennbahn funicular, offering direct access to the slopes.
• AlpenGold Davos (Davos) – a modern 5-star hotel with panoramic views above Davos, close to the Parsenn area. The hotel offers a free ski shuttle to the lifts, ski storage and a large spa with a pool – ideal if you want a resort-style stay plus easy skiing.
• Grischa - Das Hotel Davos (Davos) – a 4-star hotel right by the lower station of the Jakobshornbahn: it’s literally a couple of minutes’ walk to Jakobshorn. Very convenient for snowboarders and freeriders, with easy access to the Jakobshorn area, snowpark and freestyle features.
• Hotel Piz Buin Klosters (Klosters) – one of the key ski hotels in Klosters: just a few minutes’ walk from the Klosters–Gotschnagrat cable car, with the train station and bus stops nearby. Inside you’ll find two indoor pools, a spa, a restaurant and everything skiers need (ski passes, storage, proximity to the lifts).
• Sunstar Hotel Klosters (Klosters) – a mountain hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access when snow conditions allow, plus a free ski shuttle, an indoor pool, sauna and spa.

Base yourself either in Interlaken (down in the valley) or closer to the slopes in Grindelwald and Wengen.
The area offers spectacular views towards Jungfraujoch and the Eiger, plus a good mix of mid-range and upscale hotels, traditional chalets and family-run guesthouses.

Top ski hotels in the Jungfrau Region:

• Sunstar Hotel & Spa Grindelwald (Grindelwald) – a family-friendly 4-star hotel right in the village, with an indoor pool, spa, restaurants and easy access to the lifts and ski schools – a great price-to-comfort balance for skiers.
• Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof (Grindelwald) – a luxury hotel next to the train station, with a pool, spa, shuttle service to the lifts and smooth logistics for reaching both the First and Kleine Scheidegg–Männlichen ski areas.
• Beausite Park Hotel & Spa (Wengen) – a hotel slightly above the village centre, practically next to the lower Wengen–Männlichen cable car station: it’s just a few minutes’ walk, and in good snow conditions you often get a ski-in/ski-out feel via the beginner slopes by the hotel. A large spa, pool and views of the Jungfrau make it one of Wengen’s benchmark ski hotels.
• Grand Hotel Belvedere, a Beaumier hotel & spa (Wengen) – первыйthe first 5-star hotel in the village after a recent renovation: a historic building with a modern spa and excellent lift access (walkable distance plus hotel transfers).
• Eiger Mürren Swiss Quality Hotel (Mürren) – a family-oriented 4-star hotel in the centre of Mürren with a new spa, indoor pool and panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. It’s just a few minutes’ walk to the lifts and mountain railway, and the hotel regularly appears in round-ups of the best ski bases in Mürren.
• Hotel Edelweiss Superior (Mürren) – a 3-star superior hotel perched on the Mürrenfluh cliff edge with sweeping views of the Jungfrau. In winter it forms part of the highest ski area in the Bernese Oberland, and in good snow you can often ski almost back to the door. A peaceful village base with a clear focus on active holidays.

Verbier is a lively, high-end resort popular with advanced skiers and après-ski fans.
Here you’ll find chic boutique hotels, chalets and upscale residences close to the lifts, with 4–5* rates often comparable to Zermatt and St. Moritz in peak weeks.

Top ski hotels in Verbier and the 4 Vallées:

• La Cordée des Alpes Sup (Verbier) – a 4-star boutique hotel in the centre of Verbier with a large spa area: pool, jacuzzi, sauna, hammam and fitness room. It has a cosy chalet-luxury style with warm interiors, rooms and suites, plus a good restaurant. The lifts and slopes are just a few minutes away on foot or via shuttle – a very comfortable “ski + spa” base.
• Experimental Chalet (Verbier) – a stylish boutique hotel in the centre of Verbier, with some rooms featuring jacuzzis and mountain views, a spa with hammam, a cocktail bar and a restaurant. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the main square and gondola, and is positioned as a trendy base for combining skiing with Verbier’s nightlife.
• Hôtel Nendaz 4 Vallées & Spa (Nendaz) – 4a 4-star hotel in the heart of the 4 Vallées. It features the huge Spa des Bisses complex with pools, saunas and relaxation areas, plus classic rooms and suites. The lifts are just a few minutes’ walk away, and behind the hotel a funicular takes you up to Tracouet station and the cable car (essentially “almost ski-in/ski-out” – around 50 m from the lift). A very convenient base if you want to ski the whole area but stay in a more relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere than Verbier.

Saas-Fee and Arosa Lenzerheide are known for family-friendly hotels, reliable snow and a relaxed atmosphere. Laax and Flims are freestyle and snowboard hotspots with many apartment-style hotels and youth-oriented accommodation.
These are strong choices if you want good skiing and modern hotels without paying the very top-tier Zermatt / St. Moritz premiums.

Excellent hotels in these regions:

• The Capra Saas-Fee (Saas-Fee) – a boutique luxury hideaway close to the village centre, with stylish suites, a strong spa offering and dedicated ski-concierge service. Guests are taken to the lifts by shuttle, and many packages include ski passes and transfers – a “quiet five-star retreat + glacier skiing” format.
• Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa Relais & Châteaux (Saas-Fee) – a classic grand hotel with a large spa and pool, within easy walking distance of the slopes and lifts. It frequently appears in round-ups of the best ski hotels in Saas-Fee thanks to its combination of location, service and spa facilities.
• Tschuggen Grand Hotel (Arosa) – a legendary 5-star hotel with its own private Tschuggen Express funicular running directly into the Arosa–Lenzerheide ski area, essentially making it ski-in/ski-out. A huge spa, panoramic pool and excellent service for both adults and children make it one of the region’s flagship ski hotels.
• Hotel Schweizerhof Lenzerheide (Lenzerheide) – one of the most popular hotels in Lenzerheide, with a large spa, pool, a good choice of rooms and very convenient access to the lifts and slopes.
• Rocksresort (Laax) – an iconic design resort right at the Laax base station: the gondola is literally at the doorstep, offering true ski-in/ski-out convenience. There are serviced apartments in various sizes, surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops.
• Signinahotel (Laax) – a 4-star hotel directly at the base station. It offers genuine ski-in/ski-out, a heated ski room next to the lifts and a generous breakfast. A very practical choice if you want to stay “on the base” and be among the first on the mountain every day.

• Palace-style 5* hotels – historic buildings in St. Moritz, Gstaad, Zermatt and Montreux with huge spas, flawless service and rates that easily reach 1 500+ CHF per night at peak.
• Classic 4* alpine hotels – the most common category, usually offering comfortable rooms, wellness areas and half-board dining, sometimes with shuttle service to the lifts.
• Boutique hotels and chalets – small, design-focused properties with 10–30 rooms and personalised service; very popular with couples and small groups in Zermatt and Verbier.
• Ski-in/ski-out hotels – positioned directly on the slopes or at the main lift stations. Examples include Riffelalp Resort 2222m above Zermatt or modern mountain hotels in Laax; these are usually more expensive but maximise time on snow.
• Apartment hotels and residences – units with kitchenettes, laundry access and ski storage; ideal for families or groups staying 5–7 nights or longer.
• Family-focused hotels – with kids’ clubs, pools, family rooms and gentle slopes nearby; common in Davos, Saas-Fee, Lenzerheide and Arosa.

• Badrutt’s Palace (St. Moritz) – an iconic palace hotel overlooking Lake St. Moritz with grand interiors and a huge spa; one of Switzerland’s most expensive properties.
• Kulm Hotel (St. Moritz) – a 5* superior historic hotel often described as the birthplace of winter tourism in the Engadin.
• Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains St. Moritz (St. Moritz) – a large spa resort near the Corvatsch slopes with direct lift access and full resort-style facilities.
• Gstaad Palace (Gstaad) – an emblem of Swiss chic and privacy, popular with guests who prioritise seclusion and top-end service.

For ultra-luxury, expect roughly 800–1 500+ CHF per night in normal high season for entry-level rooms, and 1 500–3 000+ CHF at Christmas, New Year and major events.

• In Zermatt, numerous ski-in/ski-out chalets and boutique hotels sit close to the Klein Matterhorn lifts – Matthiol Boutique Hotel is a typical example, with low-season starting prices around 330 CHF per night.
• In Verbier, look for hotels near the Medran and Savoleyres lift stations if you want maximum convenience in the 4 Vallées area.
• In Laax and Lenzerheide, many modern apartment-style hotels are built directly on the slopes and cater strongly to families and freestyle riders.

• Hotel Waldhuus (Davos) – a classic family hotel with pool, kids’ club and easy access to the Davos-Klosters slopes.
• Hotel Lenzerhorn - Alpine Stay, Spa & Savour (Lenzerheide) – often recommended for families combining ski-in/ski-out convenience with wellness.
• Many 3–4* hotels in Saas-Fee, Arosa and Wengen offer kids’ menus, playrooms and family suites, making them strong options for multi-generation trips.

• For better value while still enjoying major ski areas, focus on Davos-Klosters, Arosa Lenzerheide, Adelboden-Lenk and parts of the Jungfrau region rather than only Zermatt or St. Moritz.
• Well-rated 3* or smaller 4* hotels on the second row from the lifts, with half-board and ski-storage included, usually give the best price/comfort balance.

Below are indicative daily costs per adult for a typical 3–4* ski holiday in Switzerland (prices in CHF).

• Accommodation
  • Budget hotels / guesthouses in less-famous resorts: roughly 150–250 CHF per night for a double room.
  • Standard 3–4* in popular areas: usually 250–400 CHF per night.
  • 5* hotels: commonly 400–800 CHF per night, while ultra-luxury palaces such as Badrutt’s Palace or Gstaad Palace often start around 800 CHF and can reach 1 500–3 000+ CHF at peak.
• Ski pass
  • Adult day pass at major ski areas (Zermatt, St. Moritz, Verbier, Jungfrau, Davos): typically 70–100 CHF in high season, and around 60 CHF at smaller or lower-key resorts.
• Food & drinks
  • On-mountain lunch in a simple restaurant: about 25–40 CHF (main course plus drink).
  • Dinner in an inexpensive restaurant: around 30–50 CHF per person without alcohol; in a nicer place, 60–90 CHF+.
  • Cappuccino: roughly 4–7 CHF.
  • Soft drink (0.33 l): around 4–6 CHF.
  • Beer in a bar: approximately 7–11 CHF.
• Other typical costs
  • Full ski / snowboard equipment rental (boards or skis, boots, poles): usually 40–60 CHF per day.
  • Group ski-school lesson: expect around 60–100 CHF for a half-day session.

• For Christmas, New Year and February school holidays, plan to book 6–9 months ahead; in January and March you may still find good options 3–4 months out, but slopeside hotels sell out early.
• If you want strong value, prioritise Davos-Klosters, Arosa Lenzerheide or mid-sized resorts over the absolute top-tier addresses of Zermatt and St. Moritz.
• Half-board (breakfast and dinner included) makes budgeting easier, especially for families.
• Ski-in/ski-out is extremely convenient, but if you’re okay with a 5–10-minute ski-bus ride, you can often save significantly on accommodation.
• Always check a map, not just distance: “400 m to the lift” can be a flat stroll or an uphill hike, which feels very different in ski boots.
• Consider cancellation terms carefully; flexible rates cost more up front but make sense in seasons with weather or snow-pack uncertainty.
• For reliable mobile data and maps, set up an eSIM for Switzerland in advance – see eSIM for Switzerland.
• For online banking, streaming and work over hotel Wi-Fi, using a VPN is wise – more details are available on VPN for Switzerland.

How far in advance should I book a hotel in Swiss ski resorts?
For peak dates (Christmas, New Year, February holidays), aim for 6–9 months ahead. For January and March, 3–4 months is often enough, but slopeside properties still sell out early.

How much does a good ski-resort hotel cost per night?
In most Swiss resorts you should plan on 250–400 CHF per night for a solid 3–4* hotel near the lifts. Five-star properties usually start around 400–500 CHF, and top-tier palaces closer to 800+ CHF.

Which resorts are best for families with children?
Davos, Saas-Fee, Arosa Lenzerheide and parts of the Jungfrau region (e.g. Wengen) work very well for families thanks to gentle slopes, kids’ areas and a good choice of family-oriented hotels.

Are there many ski-in/ski-out hotels in Switzerland?
Yes – especially in Zermatt, Verbier, Laax, Lenzerheide and St. Moritz. However, expect to pay more than for a similar-quality hotel in the village centre where you take a short bus ride to the lifts.

Should I book a hotel, chalet or apartment?
Hotels with half-board are convenient for shorter trips and for anyone who doesn’t want to think about cooking. Chalets and apartments usually offer better value for families or groups staying a week or more and happy to self-cater some meals.

Is it worth staying in Zurich or Geneva and doing day trips to ski areas?
For a proper ski holiday it’s far better to stay in-resort. Using big cities as a base only really makes sense if skiing is an occasional day-trip add-on to a primarily sightseeing-focused itinerary.

Swiss ski-resort hotels range from palace-style legends in St. Moritz to modern ski-in/ski-out apartments in Arosa or Laax.
If you want maximum atmosphere and prestige, Zermatt and St. Moritz are hard to beat; for better value with still excellent skiing, Davos-Klosters, Jungfrau and Arosa Lenzerheide are very strong choices.
By matching the resort, hotel type and dates to your budget and travel style, you can make even a Swiss ski holiday feel more predictable and manageable in terms of cost, without sacrificing snow quality or comfort.