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Riffelhaus 1853

4.0 star property
4-star ski-in/ski-out hotel near Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, garden views
Sauna
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Riffelberg 2500m, Zermatt, VS, 3920
  • Popular LocationZermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMatterhorn Express II Cable Car16 min drive
  • Popular LocationZermatt-Furi Gondola20 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 258 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Matterhorn View)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Mountain View

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Property grounds
3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (281)
The price is $808
per night
$847 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat

About the neighborhood

Zermatt

Near the slopes.You'll be steps from Riffelberg - Gifthittli and a 5-minute walk from Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise. Furi - Riffelberg and Furi Ski Area are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise - 1 min walk
  • Zermatt - Furi - 11 min drive
  • Riffelberg Express Gondola - 15 min drive
  • Matterhorn Express II Cable Car - 16 min drive
  • Zermatt-Furi Gondola - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Riffelberg - 3 min walk
  • Sion (SIR) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Schmuggler-Höhle Zermatt - 20 min drive
  • Restaurant Max Julen - 52 min drive
  • La Taverne - 20 min drive
  • Bar 55 at Hotel Firefly - 20 min drive
  • Restaurant Paradies, Findeln Zermatt - 37 min drive

About this property

Riffelhaus 1853

4-star ski-in/ski-out hotel near Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise
During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like sledding and snowshoeing. After a day on the slopes, indulge in a treatment at the full-service spa or soothe your muscles in the spa tub. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. This ski hotel also offers ski storage, an outdoor pool, and a sauna.

This 4-star Zermatt hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1853
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riffelhaus 1853 offers 25 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This hotel is located on top of a mountain. Guests must ride the Gornergrat Bahn (surcharge) cable car from Zermatt to access the property.
Zermatt is in a car-free zone and can be reached only by train.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.00 per person, per night for adults; CHF 2.00 per night for guests aged 9-16 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash.

The hotel offers only a set menu for dinner (surcharge). The hotel advises that guests will be unable to have dinner off site in Zermatt due to the limited cable car schedule in the evening.

We should mention

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Riffelberg
Hotel Riffelberg Zermatt
Riffelberg
Riffelberg Hotel
Riffelberg Zermatt
Riffelhaus 1853 Hotel Zermatt
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Riffelhaus 1853 Zermatt
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riffelhaus 1853 to the airport?

Riffelhaus 1853 is 48.6 mi (77-min drive) away from the Sion (SIR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riffelhaus 1853.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 offer free breakfast?

Yes, Riffelhaus 1853 offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riffelhaus 1853?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Riffelhaus 1853?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Riffelhaus 1853?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 have a pool?

Riffelhaus 1853 features an outdoor pool.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 have a restaurant?

Riffelhaus 1853 is home to Restaurant Riffelhaus, which features Regional cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Riffelhaus 1853 to downtown Zermatt?

Riffelhaus 1853 is 1.9 mi away from Zermatt.

Riffelhaus 1853 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lovely views. Wonderful rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIMMY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at night and the staff were waiting for us at the train station to help us with the luggage. During the stay, everything was clean, calm, quite, and safe. The outdoor jaccuzi facing the matterhorn is something else, you site there and forget the timing. The staff were super friendly and one thing to notice is they work with each other as family. On top of that, Juliana was a big help to us and made our stay easier. This place is really recommended and I will come again every year for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best alpine location I have visited
Amazing location, excellent staff, really enjoyed the stay. Ski in and out with the best views of the matterhorn
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely beautiful, and the staff was extremely kind and helpful. 10/10 recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Put this place on your bucket list . Has a can’t beat location, staff is amazing, great food and stunning views.

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views. Awesome food. Hidden charges not totally revealed

10/10 Excellent

N.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best hotel experience
The location was amazing, the hotel is quaint and one of a kind. The views of the Matterhorn are amazing. The staff all went above and beyond expectations. I can’t wait to rebook!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

ann, Tampa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience! The hotel property and the views make for a memorable experience. I could not have been happier with the hotel! Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, England

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love the secluded location and outstanding views of the Matterhorn. What really lifts this hotel above and beyond are the staff and how welcoming, warm, and hilarious they all are. They really do make this place a cherished memory indeed. Also the food is amazing! High quality and lots of choice. Breakfast is also delicious with bacon, scrambled eggs, sausage, porridge, unlimited hot drinks. All included in the price
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020