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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
Junior Suite (Matterhorn View) | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, garden views
Double Room, Mountain View | Interior entrance
Sauna

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Riffelberg 2500m, Zermatt, VS, 3920
  • Place, Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Furi - Riffelberg
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Furi Ski Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sion (SIR)

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family 2-bed Room With Side Matterhorn View

  • Sleeps 4

Double Room with Matterhorn View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Zermatt

Near the slopes.Steps from the hotel, you'll find Riffelberg - Gifthittli and Gifthittli Gondola. Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise and Furi Ski Area are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Furi - Riffelberg - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Furi Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cervino - Sci Estivo - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Riffelberg - Gifthittli - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Old Zermatt
  • ‪La Taverne - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Schmuggler Höhle - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Zum See - ‬19 min drive
  • Restaurant Weisshorn

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 hot 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.

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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
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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 staffed during limited hours
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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 9 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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
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Riffelberg Hotel
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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Riffelhaus 1853?

As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riffelhaus 1853 on Dec 14, 2025 start from $710.43, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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.