A Luxury Alpine Train Journey Through Switzerland

Overview

Completed in 2012, the Alpina was the first new luxury hotel to be built in Gstaad in over a century, and is fast redefining the Alpine experience while staying true to the Simmentaler architecture style which characterises the region. The Swiss heritage is also reflected in the rooms and suites, which feature classically carved ceilings and timber-clad walls as well as decorative touches such as the traditional leather straps used to hold cowbells. Choose a room with a private terrace boasting views over the foothills of the Bernese Alps or the Diablerets mountains to feel truly immersed in your spectacular surroundings.

After a day exploring the hiking trails, sit back and relax with a glass of wine or expertly mixed cocktail at the lounge and bar, where large open windows mean you will never feel too far away from the enchanting pastoral meadows and majestic mountains. The wine cellar is home to 1,700 vintages from across the world. For dinner, restaurant Sommet has been awarded a Michelin star for its innovative and immaculately presented dishes, whilst MEGU offers creative Japanese cuisine. The warm atmosphere of the Swiss Stübli is an ode to authentic local favourites such as fondue and raclette.

There are a plethora of outdoor activities to help you discover the beauty of your Alpine surroundings, from the classic – guided hiking and e-biking, to the adventurous – rafting, paragliding and bridge jumping. Besides the mountains, you can find solace in the Six Senses Spa, a haven of peace and tranquillity offering a range of treatments inspired by Asian wellness traditions. There is also an indoor and garden pool, hammam, a gym, two Jacuzzis and a yoga studio.

Overview

Step into a world of easy-going elegance in the Swiss Alps at Le Grand Bellevue. Set in private parkland on Promenade Gstaad, the hotel has all the perks of a central location alongside the luxurious serenity of a discreet retreat.

The 57 elegant rooms, of which nine are suites, offer panoramic views across the mountains and parklands, as well as light-flooded bathrooms. Stay in stylish, secluded hideaways, turreted tower room or cosy chalet-style suites with rustic wooden beams. Inspired furnishings include playful wallpapers, intricate fabrics and the longest George Smith Chesterfield sofa ever commissioned. Most rooms also feature a private balcony.

Dining options include restaurant Leonard’s, where you’ll be taken on a gastronomic journey by their Gault&Millau awarded chef. For a more intimate experience, dine at the tree-flanked Le Petit Chalet to indulge on traditional Swiss cuisine such as truffle fondue, goat cheese fondue and raclette. At the end of the day you can recline back against the smooth leather sofas in the The Bar with a refreshing drink as vintage melodies tinkle out into the air.

If you wish to relax further then make your way to Le Grand Spa, which hosts 17 different wellness zones across its 3,000 square metres of space. Soothe your body and soul with steam baths and deep tissue massages, or sweat it out in one of the many saunas. The spa also features an invigorating ice fountain along with a private outdoor pool that will allow you to tip your head back and watch the stars as they glimmer in the evening sky.

The property also has various facilities to keep you entertained during your stay, such as a cinema, tennis courts and a private garden of lush greenery and ancient trees that makes for a great backdrop for an afternoon picnic.

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The Gstaad Palace is a large, fairy-tale structure set amongst woodland valleys. The beautiful white visage of the building is topped by spires, bright and resplendent above rows of shuttered windows.

Guests are rewarded with incredible vistas of the surrounding countryside from the large windows of the rooms and suites. All of these are beautifully furnished with wooden beams, antique pieces and luxe fabrics that give a warm and comforting alpine feel.

The hotel also offers use of the Walig Hut, located on the higher mountain slopes in a charming rustic setting that has not changed much since its construction in 1786. Here, far up in these high meadows, you can enjoy lunch, dinner or even an overnight stay.

Staying at the Gstaad Palace, you can indulge in a wide selection of culinary treats sure to delight the taste buds and warm the soul. Authentic Italian cuisine awaits at Gildo’s Ristorante while traditional favourites can be found at La Fromagerie. The bar is perfect for coffee or champagne and there is an outdoor barbecue restaurant for those bright summer days.

After a day spent roaming the picturesque streets and boutiques, nothing is more relaxing than a session at the exclusive Palace Spa. Make use of the sauna, Turkish baths, indoor swimming pool and treatments rooms or enjoy a game of tennis or squash, or a session in the gym.

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The unmistakably Swiss Mont Cervin Palace is a Zermatt landmark, a place of quaint charm and warm hospitality.

150 rooms are of the highest quality, all with a fantastic view of the Matterhorn or the snow-capped ‘four-thousanders’. The rooms are spread between three buildings, elegant in the main building, chalet style in Le Petit Cervin with family apartments in the Résidence.

Guests can enjoy not only the hotel’s dining venues, including the Michelin-starred Ristorante Capri, Grill Le Cervin, Le Restaurant and Japanese Myoko, but also at other Zermatt establishments that are part of the Dine Around scheme. There are also two bars, wine cellar and cigar lounge.

The expansive spa features a large pool, sauna, fitness centre, massage and beauty therapists, and a well equipped fitness centre.

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On the woodland slopes of Zermatt, CERVO is a luxury resort with fabulous views of the Matterhorn. The hotel goes to great lengths to retain its genuine character, mixing the old with the new in an attractive blend meaning it loses none of its alpine charm.

36 rooms are modern with a stylish touch and contemporary minimalist flair, including the exclusive Owner’s Lodge.

The CERVO Lounge is a great place to sit down friends or family, where you can make use of the cosy fireplace with drinks and delicious snacks. Enjoy tapas and refreshing beverages on the large sun terrace before heading to one of the two main restaurants. Cervo Puro, with its 14 Gault Millau points, always has a fresh menu each week while The Ferdinand crafts traditional fare in a casual yet breath-taking environment. Both establishments work with regional and sustainable ingredients.

Recover from a day on the slopes with a visit to the spa, its exclusive facilities looking out onto the gorgeous mountain scenery of Zermatt. Immerse yourself in one of the luxuriant whirlpools or release some tensions at the hands of professional masseuses and beauty therapists.