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Riffelhaus 1853

Riffelhaus 1853

Zermatt VS
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
When you stay at Riffelhaus 1853 in Zermatt, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise and Furi Ski Area. This upscale hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Furi - Riffelberg and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cervino - Sci Estivo.

Stay in one of 25 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.

Property Details

Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. You're sure to appreciate the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this hotel, which also features an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and wedding services.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Food and water bowls
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Number of spa tubs - 1
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Ski storage
  • Garden
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • Full-service spa
  • Sledding on site
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Luggage storage
  • Free breakfast
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Ski lessons available nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Library
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Sauna
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Steam room
  • Elevator
  • Terrace
  • Snowshoeing on site

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

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.

  • 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
  • The hotel offers only a set menu for dinner (surcharge). The hotel advises that guests will be unable to have dinner off site in Zermatt due to the limited cable car schedule in the evening.

Other details

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Restaurant Riffelhaus serving guests of Riffelhaus 1853. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Furi Ski Area - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Furi - Riffelberg - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cervino - Sci Estivo - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Riffelberg - Gifthittli - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Gifthittli Gondola - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Gorner Ridge - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Zermatt - Furi - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Matterhorn glacier paradise - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Matterhorn Express II Cable Car - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Furi - Trockener Steg Cable Car - 4.9 km / 3 mi
Riffelberg Express Gondola - 4.9 km / 3 mi
Schwarzsee Lake - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Forest Fun Park - 5.9 km / 3.6 mi
Zermatt-Furi Gondola - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
The nearest airports are:
Sion (SIR) - 78.2 km / 48.6 mi
Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 236.5 km / 146.9 mi
The preferred airport for Riffelhaus 1853 is Geneva International Airport (GVA).

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).


Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Resort fees

You'll 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 17 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.


Other charges

  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Riffelberg 2500m, Zermatt, VS 3920, Switzerland