The Via Alpina West

Chalet Hotel Gletschergarten has been family-run since 1899, and is currently run by the 4th generation of the Michel-Breitenstein family. There is a sauna, steam bath and relaxation room. All rooms have a balcony or terrace.

Hotel Belvedere - Grindelwald is a 4-star superior hotel dating from 1907, with unrivalled direct views of the Eiger. Your hosts are the Hauser family, now in their third generation of running the hotel. With spectacular views from all rooms, fine dining in the restaurants, and a relaxing wellness zone, you’ll feel pampered during your memorable stay. Relax in the small but attractive spa area with its large indoor pool, Finnish sauna and glacier steam bath, or take a dip in the outdoor saltwater Jacuzzi. The fine dining Restaurant Français showcases inventive cuisine featuring fresh, home-grown ingredients, classic Swiss specialities and light fusion food with a Mediterranean influence. All rooms have a large balcony with mountain views, and there’s even a choice of pillows for a truly refreshing sleep! If you would like to dine on the terrace we recommend making a reservation, especially during July and August (as this is very popular). 

In the quiet part of the village behind the church in Grindelwald, just opposite the picturesque white church. Personality, sustainability and regionality are their motto. The 19 rooms with the best view of the Grindelwald mountains are designed in Nordic simplicity. In hotel there is a small but fine à la carte restaurant, where the kitchen team use products from local agriculture.

Hotel Schönegg dates from 1903, and was fully renovated in 2012. Although not strictly a chalet-hotel, the interior and furnishings with their rich wooden patina are typical of a Swiss chalet. The have a restaurant on site, Restaurant 1903, with a cosy wooden decor. The rooms have charming wooden touches and guests can enjoy the sauna and massage bed (fee payable for the latter). 

Griesalp Hotels is a collection of five hotels, all huddled together at the foot of the stunning Bluemlisalp. As well as the usual comforts, there is also a sauna and small wellness area available to relax those tired legs (use of sauna payable locally).

Hotel Bernerhof is located in the centre of Kandersteg and boasts panoramic mountain views. The hotel has a small spa area including a sauna, multi-sensory showers and an ice-grotto.

This family-run hotel has 15 rooms, all of which have a view of the wonderful Bernese Alps. There are plenty of facilities onsite including a restaurant and a gym. 

The Hotel Adler stays true to its traditional Alpine chalet exterior with a quaint alpine-style interior. Relax in the sauna or jacuzzi after a few lengths in the indoor or outdoor pool. The views from the spa are not to be missed!

Surrounded by the Alps, green meadows and towering cliffs, this luxury boutique hotel has 36 rooms, a beautiful restaurant with traditional cuisine, and a spa and fitness area. This hotel offers a special combination of traditional chalet spirit and modern comforts of a four-star country house style.

The hotel is situated in the village, slightly elevated, with a fantastic view over the wonderful mountain world. All hotel rooms are equipped with bath or shower, WC, TV, direct dial telephone, radio, WLAN, minibar, hairdryer and safe.
Free entrance to the panoramic swimming pool of Adelboden, free use of the tennis courts and free use of the local buses.

Hotel Simmenhof offers 40 rooms decorated with an alpine style, giving off a homely atmosphere. Relax with a drink on the sunny terrace or take advantage of the extensive spa facilities, float in the outdoor or indoor pool and relax your muscles in the sauna.

You are assured the warmest of welcomes at this splendid hotel, designed with comfort in mind. The hotel fits in perfectly within the Alpine setting, with views of the surrounding mountains and Oberland. The en suite rooms come complete with all that one would expect for a most comfortable and enjoyable stay, with satellite TV, minibar, vanity mirror, safe, writing desk, hairdryer and Wi-Fi. There is an indoor swimming pool in which to relax after your day’s adventure plus a wellness centre with Finnish sauna, steam bath, solarium and massage therapy. Please enquire at reception with regard to using the facilities and booking any treatments (all paid locally).

Dating back to the 19th Century, Posthotel Roessli is the oldest hotel in Gstaad and they have certainly perfected the art of hospitality over this time! Situated in the pedestrianised centre, the hotel is a firm favourite with visitors. 

Located just a 10 minute walk from the pedestrianised centre of Gstaad, this is the perfect place from which to explore the town while being away from the hustle and bustle.

You are assured the warmest of welcomes at this very central hotel in the village of Château-d'Oex. The Hotel de Ville provides comfortable beds and private bathrooms, either with showers or bathtubs, which will give you a feeling of relaxation and well-being.

This bed and breakfast is wonderfully located on the edge of a thick Alpine forest. It offers en suite rooms each with a seating area with 2 chairs and views of the surrounding forest. There is a small shop on site that sells soap made by the owners. This is handmade using water from the sulphur water spring in L'Etivaz.

Having one of the best locations in Montreux with a 5 minute walk to the train station, Hotel Splendid also boasts wonderful views of the lake. This family run hotel was built in 1904 and is still a firm favourite with visitors. 

A simple and very practical, cosy hotel right in the centre of Montreux, overlooking Lake Geneva. Located just 5 minutes from the train station, the location of this hotel is ideal.

Upgrade Option: This hotel is peacefully located on the hills above Montreux and offers fantastic views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding alps. This hotel is truly of a different era– historical and grand, the pace of life here is relaxed. Wander the extensive gardens, take a dip in the outdoor pool or relax your muscles in the sauna. This is a special hotel and a great way to end your trip in style and luxury!