We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Switzerland. We have also included accommodation in villas, historic buildings, romantic hotels, lodges, apartments, boutique hotels, medieval castles, "relais" (mansions), country estates and old "castellos". Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
MORCOTE. Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Located in a panoramic position in the picturesque village of Vico Morcote – a small architectural jewel – and overlooking Lugano Lake, this 17th-century patrician villa has been transformed into a magical and intimate boutique hotel. The Relais features 12 unique bedrooms and suites and is the ideal location for nature lovers and vinophiles as it’s part of the Castello di Morcote wine estate. At the center of the estate, in a dominant position, stands the Morcote Castle, a Medieval castle built in the 15th century. Relax in the large lounge with fireplace and paneled ceiling in painted wood or in the cozy tea room. An intimate Mediterranean garden welcomes you to relax, sunbathe or sip an aperitif at sunset. Our complimentary buffet breakfast, made with local products, will allow you to discover the taste of our region and our own products. Two restaurants – Vicania, situated ten minutes from the Relais immersed in the greenery and La Sorgente - situated in the Relais with a splendid terrace- offer the best authentic local cuisine. Our wine estate, Tenuta Castello di Morcote, is a 150-hectare organic farm and wine estate. It is located 800 yards from the Relais and our guests can visit it and enjoy the view of the marvellous seven hectares of terraced vineyards; Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay besides olive groves, broad pastures, and woods. While staying with us you will be able to enjoy a variety of exclusive experiences such as wine-tasting, Wine & Dine, and Dinner in the Vineyard under the Stars.Show full description
One of the most WELL DESIGNED AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Switzerland.
STALDEN. Lodge.Trendy. Great value. BlackRock is a lodge set in Stalden in the Canton of Valais Region and is 24 km from Zermatt. It provides free private parking. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. A microwave and a toaster can be found in the kitchenette. Towels and bed linen are offered at BlackRock. Leukerbad is 25 km from BlackRock, while Grindelwald is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sion, 55 km from the property. The property has it's own helipad and helicopter flights to Zermatt or Saas-Fee can be arranged.Show full description
BERN. Apartment.Hip. Great location. Set in the centre of Bern, Historical Flat, by Zytglogge - 1st Floor offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property has city and inner courtyard views, and is 400 metres from House of Parliament Bern. The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 200 metres from Münster Cathedral. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. A bicycle rental service is available at the apartment. Popular points of interest near Historical Flat, by Zytglogge - 1st Floor include Bern railway station, University of Bern and Bärengraben. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 106 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I rate this as one of the coolest and most historic apartments in Bern! The 17th century keeps its original character, including the fireplace yet has contemporary designed rooms with great tech equipment and great attention to details. SO CHARMING!
GSTAAD. Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Opened in December 2012, this luxurious 5-star hotel in Gstaad was built in elegant Swiss Alpine style, featuring natural materials like marble, sandstone and aged wood. The Alpina Gstaad features 3 restaurants and its own cinema. The unique rooms and suites all have balconies with mountain views and marble bathrooms with a flat-screen TV, luxurious toiletries, slippers and bathrobes. Some suites also feature an open fireplace and an iPad for guests to use during their stay. Restaurants include the Megu that serves Japanese cuisine. Guests can enjoy their dinner overlooking the Bernese Alps, and relax in the wine bar or in the Havana-inspired cigar lounge. Special occasions are celebrated in the ballroom. The Six Senses Spa can be used for free by guests and features holistic treatments, an indoor and heated outdoor pool, a fitness room, and a relaxation area. Wi-Fi, wired internet access and covered parking are free of charge in the entire property. A shuttle service to and from Gstaad Train Station is provided. The centre of Gstaad is a 5-minute walk, and the next cable car station is a 5-minute drive away. Montreux is 40 km away.Show full description
I think this is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Switzerland.
PONTRESINA. Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great value. Built in the late 19th century in neo-Baroque style and with a history dating back to 1848, the 5-star superior Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina offers panoramic views of the Bernina glaciers and Engadine Mountains, a luxurious spa, and an award-winning restaurant. As member of Swiss Deluxe hotels, all of the elegantly furnished and luxuriously equipped rooms feature wired and wireless internet access. The more informal à-la-carte Kronenstübli gourmet restaurant (dress code: smart casual) currently holds 16 Gault Millau points. The Kronenhof Spa with over 2,000 m² features a lavish pool, a children's pool, a wellness bath area, a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna, a stone grotto steam bath, a saltwater grotto, a relax floating-bath, a Kneipp footpath, a relaxation room with fireplace, 13 treatment rooms, as well as a fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment For children older than 3, the hotel has its very own children’s club and children's restaurant. Rooms either look out onto the mountains and glacier or the courtyard and village. The Grand Restaurant (dress code for dinner: jacket for gentlemen) you will be served breakfast and dinner if you book half board. It is decorated in an elegant neo-Baroque style. It serves traditional Swiss and international dishes. Guests can also enjoy light menus and drinks on the wooden terrace of Le Pavillon. Grand Hotel Kronenhof was awarded as GaultMillau Hotel of the Year in 2008. The wide range of restaurants guarantees culinary variety. Professional babysitting services are provided. During summer season, children up to 12 years stay free of charge in an extra bed. The property offers Ski pass for just CHF 45 per person per day. In summer, guests staying 2 or more nights benefit from the free use of all mountain trains in the Upper Engadine region.Show full description
The Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina is a luxurious hotel in the Swiss Alps. It has a stunning swimming pool and jacuzzi with mountain views, a well-equipped gym, and a spa with saunas and indoor pools.
CRANS-MONTANA. Boutique hotel.Unique. Great views. Popular among couples. Set on 2,112 metres above the sea level and overlooking the Rhone Valley and the Alpine summits, from the Matterhorn to the Mont-Blanc, the chetzeron is a former cable car station transformed into a unique mountain hotel located above Crans-Montana. It offers direct access to the ski slopes in winter and the hiking trails in summer. The chetzeron features a sauna. Each room offers valley views and includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers and a hair dryer.Show full description
Chetzeron is a unique hotel in the Swiss Alps, formerly a gondola lift station. It provides stunning mountain and valley views. The hotel has stylish dining options and a bar, while the rooms are tastefully designed.
LUGANO. Apartment.Unique. Great value. Featuring free WiFi, Sonniges Paradies offers accommodation in Lugano. Free private parking is available on site. All units feature a cable flat-screen TV and a seating and/or dining area. All units have a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher and oven. A microwave is also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower, bathrobes, and slippers. Bed linen is available for free. Lugano Airport is 5 km away.Show full description
THUN. Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Located in Thun, 29 km from Bärengraben, Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, vegetarian or vegan options. The property is allergy-free and is set 30 km from Bern Clock Tower. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer mountain views. Guest rooms in Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel are equipped with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving French, Mediterranean and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Guests at Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Thun, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Münster Cathedral is 30 km from the hotel, while House of Parliament Bern is 30 km away. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Basel Airport, 129 km from Schloss Schadau - Swiss Historic Hotel.Show full description
ZERMATT. Boutique hotel.Elegant. Offering ski-to-door access and a spa centre with an outdoor pool, Riffelalp Resort 2222m 2222m is located right within the ski, hiking and biking region above Zermatt. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. All rooms have a bathroom with bathtub and/or shower, a Nespresso coffee machine and a Smart-TV. Most of the rooms and suites feature a balcony and breathtaking views of the Matterhorn. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. The outdoor pool at Spa 2'222m is heated to 35°C, and there are a sun terrace, a selection of saunas, a steam room, a hot tub and a solarium. Massages and other treatments can be booked. The three restaurants at Riffelalp Resort 2222m 2222m offer different culinary delights, from fine dining to Italian and local specialties. Baby and child care services can be arranged upon request, and there are a 24-hour reception and a concierge service. Ski passes can be purchased at the hotel, and there is a ski and mountain bike hire. In summer, Europe's highest tram operates within the resort.Show full description
GENEVA. Boutique hotel.Charming. Great location. The unique Hôtel Les Armures hotel housed in a 17th-century building in the heart of Geneva's old town boasts a unique historic atmosphere, charming rooms and fine cuisine. Within a 10-minute walk you can reach the shopping district, the lake-front promenade and the main museums. Hôtel Les Armures has welcomed such famous guests as presidents Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter and John F. The hotel offers you luxurious yet unpretentious accommodation and excellent dining. Guests will sleep within walls steeped in history beside the adjoining St. Pierre Cathedral. Guest rooms are all air-conditioned and lavishly furnished, feature marble bathrooms, thick bathrobes and the latest technology including free wireless internet access and satellite TVs. Café Hôtel Les Armures is a city landmark and Geneva's oldest coffee house, a popular spot among locals and a must-see for visitors. The restaurant serves classic French gourmet cuisine while in the cellar the Carnotzet offers cheese specialities including Raclette and Fondue. Hôtel Les Armures has been a magnet for foreign dignitaries wishing to discover the true soul of this international city. Kennedy.Show full description
Les Armures is a unique hotel in the old town. It is located in a historic building with stone walls and wooden beams. The rooms have a charming style and beautiful views.
ZERMATT. Boutique hotel.Charming. In a quiet location of Zermatt, Hotel Romantica offers a garden, free WiFi, and rooms with flat-screen cable TV. The Sunnegga Funicular Railway is less than 700 metres away and hiking paths start nearby. There is also a cosy lounge bar at the Romantica Hotel. Each room features a coffee/ tea maker and a free a safety box. Most rooms also have a balcony. All units have an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer and bath or shower. A rich buffet breakfast is served daily. The village centre with its many shops and restaurants is just 50 metres away.Show full description
SISIKON. Luxury Tent.Creative. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Boasting river views, Jurte hoch über dem See offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 3.6 km from Seilbahn Twärrüti-Buggialp. This tented camp features free private parking and a shared kitchen. Featuring a patio with lake views, this tented camp also comes with a kitchen and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests at the tented camp can enjoy a continental or a vegetarian breakfast. Jurte hoch über dem See offers a terrace. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Tellsplatte is 4.2 km from Jurte hoch über dem See. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 79 km from the tented camp.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most creative, lively and relaxing luxury tents in Switzerland! It also has beautiful surroundings. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Switzerland.
WENGEN. Boutique hotel.Great views. Hotel Schönegg is a 3-star superior hotel located right in the centre of car-free Wengen, which is only reachable by train. Some rooms have a mountain-view balcony and the hotel features an award-winning restaurant which serves a variety of quality cuisine using fresh local products. Wood-panelled or stone walls provide a cosy atmosphere throughout the building. The newly-renovated guest rooms feature a TV, solid wooden furniture, wooden floors and wooden ceilings. After a day out in the mountains, you can have a drink at the bar, relax in the sauna or enjoy the fireplace in the spacious lounge. Free WiFi is available. The nearest lift to the Männlichen Ski Region is only 150 metres away. The Wengen Train Station is 300 metres away. The Wengernalp Train offers connections to the Jungfraujoch and to the Kleine Scheidegg mountains.Show full description
Its central location and range of facilities make it unique among other accommodations in the area.
ZÜRICH. Boutique hotel.Stylish. Great bar. In a tranquil location in Zurich’s Old Town, just 200 metres from the Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, this 5-star hotel occupies 9 adjacent, carefully renovated historic buildings decorated with works by famous artists. An award-winning gourmet restaurant and free WiFi are featured. Furniture and various objects by artists including Mies van der Rohe, Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, and Adolf Loos can be admired in Hotel Widder, as well as paintings and sculptures by Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, and others. The Widder Hotel’s spacious, luxuriously furnished rooms are all individually decorated. They are air-conditioned and offer complimentary soft drinks, a modern video and audio entertainment system by B&O, and an elegant bathroom. Awarded 15 points by the Gault Millau guide, the Widder Restaurant serves Swiss and international gourmet cuisine. Traditional Swiss dishes are offered in the Zur Schtund restaurant, and in summer, guests can also dine in the courtyard. At the Widder Bar, guests can choose from a large selection of spirits from around the world and enjoy regular live jazz performances. Zurich's Main Train Station and the shore of Lake Zurich can both be reached in just a 10-minute walk.Show full description
This unique and elegant hotel is located in the heart of the old city. It is made up of nine historic townhouses that create a special atmosphere. The rooms are stylishly decorated with a mix of old and modern design elements.
ZERMATT. Boutique hotel. Rising high above Zermatt, Silvana Mountain Hotel offers rooms with flat-screen TVs and direct access to the ski slopes. Facilities include an indoor pool and a spa with hot tub and steam bath. Mountain Hotel Silvana is located only a few metres from the Matterhorn-Express cable car, which connects the hotel with Zermatt's town centre in just 10 minutes. Its spacious rooms all have seating areas and they come with bathrobes, cable TV and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and dinner are available to all guests at the hotel’s restaurant and there is a trendy and cosy bar that looks out on the ski slopes. A garden terrace with comfortable loungers is featured on site. Kids can play on the playground and guided mountain tours can be booked directly at the property.Show full description
ZERMATT. Boutique hotel.Great bar. The 4-star Firefly Luxury Suites at the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt is only a 3-minute walk away from the Klein Matterhorn cable car and a short walk from the village centre. The hotel offers modern, spacious suites and an indoor pool and spa area. An à la carte breakfast is served to you in the suite at your desired time. Most suites feature a balcony and the larger ones an open fireplace. A transfer from Zermatt's train station or parking areas is offered.Cost may apply . Show full description
STOOS. Boutique hotel.Great bar. Caschu Alp Boutique Design Hotel can be found right in the heart of the car-free village of Stoos ob Schwyz at 1300 metres above sea level, next to ski slopes and hiking paths. All rooms are furnished in modern Alpine style and feature a balcony or a terrace with panoramic views of the Alps. There is a small spa area with a hot tub, an infra-red cabin and a Himalaya-salt sauna at Caschu Alp Hotel. Free WiFi is available. You can enjoy a wide range of dishes including home-made pasta in the on-site restaurant. There is also a bar, as well as indoor and outdoor lounge areas, providing you with a choice of areas for spending relaxing hours. There is also multi-purpose room for private and corporate events. The sauna can be booked privately.Show full description
MURTEN. Boutique hotel.Charming. Great value. Situated in Murten, 15 km from Forum Fribourg, Zimmerei features a garden and views of the city. The property is around 29 km from University of Bern, 30 km from House of Parliament Bern and 31 km from Münster Cathedral. The property is allergy-free and is set 29 km from Bern railway station. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Zimmerei also boast free WiFi, while some rooms have a terrace. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Zimmerei. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Murten, like hiking and cycling. Bern Clock Tower is 32 km from Zimmerei, while Bärengraben is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Geneva International Airport, 131 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most charming, cosy and historic boutique hotel in Switzerland. WOW!
ZERMATT. 3100 Kulmhotel, located in Gornergrat, is the highest hotel in the Swiss Alps and the mountain base camp of a high mountain range. It offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. All of the rooms feature a cable TV with international channels, a work desk and a hair dryer and offer mountain views. The Vis-à-vis Restaurant serves Swiss cuisine whilst the Panorama self-service restaurant offers a range of international hot and cold dishes including home-made cakes and sandwiches. Gornergrat offers a variety of snow sports including skiing with ski-to-door access, snow boarding and hiking. The hotel also offers a packed lunch service for all guests. This secluded hotel features its own planetarium, a library and a shopping centre and offers stunning views of 29 four-thousend-metre peaks of the Alps. The viewing platform of Gornergrat and the areas around the hotel are only reachable by a regular train service, which takes 40 minutes’ through scenic countryside, from car-free Zermatt.Show full description
ZERMATT. Boutique hotel.Creative. Lovely interior design. Nomad by CERVO Mountain Resort features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and terrace in Zermatt. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hammam. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a mountain view. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units in Nomad by CERVO Mountain Resort are equipped with slippers and an iPad. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot spring bath and spa centre. Guests at Nomad by CERVO Mountain Resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Zermatt, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Zermatt Railway Station, Matterhorn Museum and Matterhorn Golf club.Show full description
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