Riffelhaus 1853

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.6

Located at 8.2 feet above sea level, Riffelhaus 1853 offers panoramic views of the mountains around Zermatt from all rooms. Located right next to the ski slopes with ski-to-door access, it offers a traditional restaurant, a spa area, an outdoor hot tub with views of the Matterhorn, and free WiFi access. The Riffelhaus is a historic mountain hotel dating from 1853 that was renovated in 2014. The traditionally furnished rooms offer satellite TV and bathrooms with bathrobes and hairdryers. From the balconies in the some room types, as well as from the sun terrace, guests enjoy direct views of the Matterhorn. The restaurant serves classic Swiss cuisine. Guests can also enjoy a bar, a lounge and a library on site. The spa area features a sauna, a steam bath and a relaxation room. A ski storage room in winter and a bicycle storage room in summer can be used free of charge. The hotel has officially been rated as "Bike Hotel" by the Swiss tourism association. Riffelhaus 1853 can only be reached by mountain railway from Zermatt. The ride takes 23 minutes.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Skiing
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Ski-to-door

Availability

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Duffy
United States United States
“The location, staff, food and facilities were all fantastic. The Matterhorn view room was exceptional as was the spa. One of our most memorable hotel stays!”
Lance
United States United States
“Excellent location! Staff was very helpful and the room was great.”
Miriam
United States United States
“The hotel is magnificently perched on the mountain facing the Matterhorn. The vistas are incredible and access to skiing could not be easier! The ski room has boot heaters that dry your boots every night and warms them for your feet in the...”
Paige
Switzerland Switzerland
“The location was absolutely amazing with stunning views of the Matterhorn. It was ideally located for a ski-in/ski-out holiday. I liked that the hotel had a restaurant and spa facilities (even though we didn't use the spa), and the lodging...”
Tianbi
United States United States
“The location is great as it’s truly ski in and ski out. And of course the view of the Matterhorn is unbeatable. I was able to watch both sunrise and sunset during my stay without any hassle having to find a viewpoint that requires efforts. The...”
Kana
Japan Japan
“Very nice view just in front of Matterhorn. Nice trekking area. Nice spa and comfortable bed.”
Piotr
Switzerland Switzerland
“One of a kind place in the middle of a mountain. Nice chalet-y styled rooms, great spa, superb terrace directly facing Matterhorn. If you're ever in Switzerland, you must must see the Matterhorn. There is no other mountain like that. Also, the...”
Jieun
United States United States
“The room design was very cute (way cuter than exterior of the hotel). Very clean and well managed facilities. Hot pool outside was awesome. Stunning views.”
Jill
United States United States
“It is a fabulous location in the mountain - easy ski in ski out with great food and spa !”
Robert
Switzerland Switzerland
“Absolutely stunning view. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Dinner and breakfast was also of good quality and with the room rate, good value.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant Riffelhaus 1853
  • Cuisine
    Italian • Local • European
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Riffelhaus 1853

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Skiing
  • Bar

House rules

Riffelhaus 1853 takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 7 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 20 per child, per night
8 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 95 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 120 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Zermatt is car-free. You can only drive as far as Täsch and then reach Zermatt by train. The station of the Gornergrat mountain railway is right next to the train station.

Please note that the hotel can only be reached by railway. The last train leaves Zermatt at 19:24 (seasonal schedules vary; please consult a timetable).

The “Swiss Postcard“ is accepted as payment.

Please note that the on-site restaurant is the only restaurant in the area.

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