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Riffelhaus 1853

4.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out hotel with a full-service spa

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, garden views
Sauna
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast included
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  • Pool
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  • Spa
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  • Hot tub
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  • Bar
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Riffelberg 2500m, Zermatt, VS, 3920
  • Popular LocationZermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMatterhorn Express II Cable Car16 min drive
  • Popular LocationZermatt-Furi Gondola20 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Zermatt

At Riffelhaus 1853 you'll be within steps of Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise and Furi - Riffelberg. Highlights at this ski hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Restaurant Riffelhaus, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Along with ski-in ski-out access, this hotel offers on-site ski storage. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and a sauna. Buffet breakfast is available for free. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Near this 4-property class Zermatt hotel, you'll find Matterhorn Glacier Ride.

What's nearby

  • Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise - 1 min walk
  • Matterhorn Express II Cable Car - 16 min drive
  • Zermatt-Furi Gondola - 20 min drive
  • Schwarzee Lake - 24 min drive
  • Matterhorn Museum - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Riffelberg - 3 min walk
  • Sion (SIR) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schmuggler-Höhle Zermatt - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Max Julen - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪La Taverne - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bar 55 at Hotel Firefly - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Paradies, Findeln Zermatt - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Riffelhaus 1853

Ski-in/ski-out hotel with a full-service spa
During the winter, enjoy on-site recreational activities like sledging and snowshoeing. After a day on the slopes, indulge in a treatment at the full-service spa or soothe your muscles in the hot tub. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. This ski hotel also offers ski storage, an outdoor pool and a sauna.

This 4-star Zermatt hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1853
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riffelhaus 1853 offers 25 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Riffelhaus

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1853
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This hotel is located on top of a mountain. Guests must ride the Gornergrat Bahn (surcharge) cable car from Zermatt to access the property.
Zermatt is in a car-free zone and can be reached only by train.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.00 per person, per night for adults; CHF 2.00 per night for guests aged 9-16 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 9 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Riffelberg
Hotel Riffelberg Zermatt
Riffelberg
Riffelberg Hotel
Riffelberg Zermatt
Riffelhaus 1853 Hotel Zermatt
Riffelhaus 1853 Hotel
Riffelhaus 1853 Zermatt
Riffelhaus 1853
Riffelhaus 1853 Hotel
Riffelhaus 1853 Zermatt
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riffelhaus 1853?

Riffelhaus 1853 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riffelhaus 1853?

As of 2 Jul 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riffelhaus 1853 on 14 Jul 2024 start from NZ$683.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Riffelhaus 1853?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Riffelhaus 1853.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 have a pool?

Riffelhaus 1853 has an outdoor pool.

Does Riffelhaus 1853 serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is on offer at Riffelhaus 1853.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riffelhaus 1853?

No, Riffelhaus 1853 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riffelhaus 1853?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Riffelhaus 1853?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riffelhaus 1853?

Furry friends are welcome at Riffelhaus 1853, with food and water bowls on offer.

Riffelhaus 1853 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

M Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

RL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lovely views. Wonderful rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIMMY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at night and the staff were waiting for us at the train station to help us with the luggage. During the stay, everything was clean, calm, quite, and safe. The outdoor jaccuzi facing the matterhorn is something else, you site there and forget the timing. The staff were super friendly and one thing to notice is they work with each other as family. On top of that, Juliana was a big help to us and made our stay easier. This place is really recommended and I will come again every year for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best alpine location I have visited
Amazing location, excellent staff, really enjoyed the stay. Ski in and out with the best views of the matterhorn
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely beautiful, and the staff was extremely kind and helpful. 10/10 recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Put this place on your bucket list . Has a can’t beat location, staff is amazing, great food and stunning views.

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views. Awesome food. Hidden charges not totally revealed

10/10 Excellent

N.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best hotel experience
The location was amazing, the hotel is quaint and one of a kind. The views of the Matterhorn are amazing. The staff all went above and beyond expectations. I can’t wait to rebook!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

ann, Tampa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience! The hotel property and the views make for a memorable experience. I could not have been happier with the hotel! Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, England

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love the secluded location and outstanding views of the Matterhorn. What really lifts this hotel above and beyond are the staff and how welcoming, warm, and hilarious they all are. They really do make this place a cherished memory indeed. Also the food is amazing! High quality and lots of choice. Breakfast is also delicious with bacon, scrambled eggs, sausage, porridge, unlimited hot drinks. All included in the price
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place make sure you arrive early enough to catch train to hotel or your screwed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is just amazing , we definitely coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view of the town from above and right in front of Matterhorn. Can’t get anything better than that. A good breakfast selection and wellness to relax 4 course dinner spread was also good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, California

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and facility. The staff are exceptional and hotel upgrades very well done. Paradise for a skier as it’s truly ski in and out! 25 minute train ride into town so plan accordingly. Thanks to the team at Riffelhaus for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The isolated location, the staff and the views are the stand out things about this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Brisbane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. The spa and restaurant were highlights for me. But the check in and check out process was way too disappointing. Waited till almost 4:00 PM before my room was ready. And when I was checking out, the receptionist made a huge blunder which made me miss my train out of Riffelberg. All in all, a good experience apart from the poor check in and check out services.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

GC, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is amazing. The view of Matterhorn, the approximity to Rifflesee, the ease of hiking anywhere around to see nature, it’s all so amazing. To make it better, the complementary breakfast and dinner tastes so great. The rooms are clean, spacious, and cozy. The spa is amazing with a view of Matterhorn from the sauna and the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful setting, great staff, good food, nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful!
Excellent food, fantastic location, amazing views!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sensational beauty and good quality lodgings
The location is amazing and the quality of the breakfast and dinner is high. Staying up in the ski area is really worthwhile.

10/10 Excellent

Heinz , Austria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place above Zermatt at 2500 meters
I have traveled to over 120 countries and been to Switzerland on many occasions and must say that experiencing the Matterhorn from the Riffelhaus was a most memorable experience....the only way to go.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018