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Zermatt
Riffelalp Resort 2222m
5-star hotel9.5ExceptionalOpened 1884Renovated 2023
Riffelalp, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
Europe's highest luxury hotel featuring a historic tram and direct Matterhorn views at 2,222 meters.
Member privileges
About privileges- Daily breakfast for two
- Room upgrade
- Early check-in, late check-out
Choose your room
Dec 1 – Dec 2 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room
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Curated Offers & Privileges
About the hotel
High-Alpine Chic & Secluded Heritage
Curated For
- Romantic Couples
- Ski Enthusiasts
- High-Net-Worth Families
The Shot List
- 01Outdoor pool with steam rising against the Matterhorn.
- 02The red tram arriving through the larch forest.
What We Love
- Exclusive Ski-in/Ski-out location on the Gornergrat mountain.
- Outdoor pool heated to 35°C with direct Matterhorn views.
- Unique arrival experience via Europe's highest tram.
Worth knowing
- Train schedule gaps to Zermatt in the evening limit nightlife options.
- Some rooms can feel too warm or dry at night.
- High extra costs for transfers and minibar.
Facilities
- Pool
- Indoor pool (30°C) and Europe's highest outdoor pool (35°C) facing the Matterhorn.
- Gym
- Technogym
- Spa
- St-Trop Alp / Spa 2222m
- Metro
- Riffelalp Station (Gornergrat Bahn)
In the room
- Mattress
- Elite
- Hair dryer
- Professional Standard
- Toiletries
- Soeder
- Coffee machine
- Nespresso
Dining & Social
Restaurant Alexandre
Recommended by Frommer'sRegional & Mediterranean Fine Dining
Signature: Fillet of Simmental beef
Ristorante Al Bosco
Popular Sun TerraceItalian & Swiss Alpine
Signature: Matterhorn-shaped pizza
Restaurant Walliserkeller
Authentic Chalet AtmosphereSwiss Regional (Fondue/Raclette)
Signature: Cheese fondue & Meat on hot stone
Location
- Riffelalp Station (Gornergrat Bahn)
- AlphittaDining300 m
- Riffelalp StationNearest Transport Hub675 m
- Zermatt Railway StationMain Railway Hub4.5 km
- MatterhornLandmark9.0 km
Good to know
- Check-in and check-out
- Check-in from 15:00 · Check-out by 12:00
- Children
- Kindergarten for ages 2-8; kids under 16 allowed in pool under supervision but no sauna access.
- Hotel loyalty programme
- Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) benefits include upgrades, breakfast, and bonus points.
Nearby
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1.8 kmHotel Firefly
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2.3 kmCervo Mountain Boutique Resort
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