Riffelhaus 1853

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

Double Room, Mountain View | Interior entrance

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(112 Ratings)

Hotel in Zermatt

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsSki in / Ski out, Garden, Pool and more

About this hotel

Slopeside hotel with sledding
Ski into Riffelhaus 1853, where you can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge, eat a meal at the restaurant, and enjoy comforts including an outdoor pool and a full-service spa.
Riffelhaus 1853 offers 25 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include ski-in/ski-out access and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Ski in / Ski out

Garden

Map of Zermatt

Nearby attractions

Marmitte dei giganti di Uriezzo

53.2 mi

Available Rooms

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

1 Double • 258 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Double Room

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Junior Suite, Mountain View

1 Queen • 1 Sofa

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

1 Queen

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Riffelhaus 1853

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9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(112 Ratings)

Hotel in Zermatt

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsSki in / Ski out, Garden, Pool and more

About this hotel

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include ski-in/ski-out access and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Ski in / Ski out

Garden

Map of Zermatt

Nearby attractions

Marmitte dei giganti di Uriezzo

53.2 mi

Available Rooms

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

1 Double • 258 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Double Room

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Junior Suite, Mountain View

1 Queen • 1 Sofa

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

1 Queen

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(112 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

This was an absolutely amazing experience! The hotel, the staff, the views-blown away!!!!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

The property was beautiful, the communication about how to get there was very clear, and the staff were fabulous. The meal that was included with the hotel reservation was wonderful. It was a wonderful place to stay and gave us a great starting point for the train to the top the next morning.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

The location was great.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Great location. Lovely views. Wonderful rooms. Friendly staff.

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

The hotel is located at an exclusive and perfect part of the Alps! The hotel, the service and the food are amazing! Just a thing: you maybe think about an agreement with the transportation company to give day pases to the train to Hotel Gests, so we don’t have to pay every day and for every section of the trip

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

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.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Amazing location, excellent staff, really enjoyed the stay. Ski in and out with the best views of the matterhorn

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

It was absolutely beautiful, and the staff was extremely kind and helpful. 10/10 recommend staying here!

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Put this place on your bucket list . Has a can’t beat location, staff is amazing, great food and stunning views.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Awesome views. Awesome food. Hidden charges not totally revealed

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

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!!

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2021

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.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2020

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

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2020

This hotel is really nice with beautiful view and comfortable bed:)

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

Nice place make sure you arrive early enough to catch train to hotel or your screwed

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

The view is just amazing , we definitely coming back

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

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

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

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!

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2019

The isolated location, the staff and the views are the stand out things about this hotel.

5.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Beautiful setting, great staff, good food, nice hotel

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2018

Excellent food, fantastic location, amazing views!!

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2018

The location is amazing and the quality of the breakfast and dinner is high. Staying up in the ski area is really worthwhile.

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2018

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.

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2018

Clear view of Mettarhorn just outside the hotel. Near to MRT. Must try the whirlpool, its amazing!

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2018

Located up in the pistes, this is the ultimate ski in/ski out hôtel. Not for big party goes as access to town is more limited. Rooms are clean and simple. Food is good but could be better. Spa is excellent with an amazing view of the matterhorn

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2018

We had the most amazing time at Riffelhaus 1853. The room very clean and cosy, perfect for the mountain, we had beautiful views from our windows and pretty much everywhere you looked. The dining room has a 360 degree view of the mountains including the Matterhorn. The quality of food at the restaurant and level of service was exceptional. My partner has an allergy to dairy/ lactose and the chefs and service staff were so thoughtful, well planned and attentive. Each day we felt like we were living without an allergy at all, and we were able to enjoy delicious and beautifully prepared food. We dined in many high end restaurants in France and Switzerland and none were able to cater to this as wonderfully as Riffelhaus. We also had a snow storm for a couple of the days and was snowed in. In this time we loved the family atmosphere in the hotel, we got to know the other people staying, the dogs, played games in the lounge, sat in front of the fire and enjoyed the spa, steam and sauna. When the weather cleared the views were spectacular and the we could ski from our doorstep. I would highly recommend Riffelhaus 1853, we absolutely loved it and would definitely stay again! Thank you so much for making us so welcome.

3.0 / 10.0

Jan 2018

We didn't go for the skiing so looking back on the visit, I would have stayed in Zermatt and just visited the top of the mountain. The hotel was a skiing paradise but nothing luxurious. Rooms were nice,clean and spacious. Spa was excellent. Staff was helpful but not doing things that were reflective in the price we paid for the stay. I was opposed to having dogs sit in the dining area while eating a four course dinner.

1.5 / 10.0

Jan 2018

We didnt go for the skiing so looking back on the visit, I would have stayed in Zermatt and just visited the top of the mountain. The hotel was a skiing paradise but nothing luxurious. Rooms were nice,clean and spacious. Spa was excellent. Staff was helpful but not doing things that were reflective in the price we paid for the stay. I was opposed to having dogs sit in the dining area while eating a four course dinner.

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2018

The hotel is beautiful and located in the middle of the mountain/ski area. Everything was awesome except for the pain of dealing with their "reservations" team, and their confusions. If you ever need to change something do it via Hotels.com... I requested a bottle of champagne and an extra night to arrive one day before, to their reservations email, since we were on our honeymoon. They added the night for another date I never asked for, and when I told them it was wrong, they said I needed to change it via Expedia (I booked it with Hotels.com)... Anyways, I cancelled that request and told them I was arriving the day I confirmed with Hotels.com. when checking out, they held me for a while because they said I had a non refundable rate and had to pay for 2 nights even thou I would only sleep there for 1, because their reservations team messed up and wouldn't recognize they did so, saying it was "Expedia's fault". At the end we were able to agree on something, but I left with a bad taste in my mouth, but the hotel is awesome besides that.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2017

The hotel location is isolated, but which means it is quite good when you walk down from Gornergrat and you can get rest at night without any disturbance from noise. Moreover, please get a room with Matterhorn view if you can, it is fantastic to see Matterhorn when you wake up in the morning.

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2016

The room is very confortable and clean. Staffs are very nice and the services are great. Strongely recommended and we will visit it again (hopefully soon)

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2015

Stayed here between Christmas and New Year 2014, just after it reopened after refurbishment. Fabulous hotel with truly amazing views of the Matterhorn (definitely worth paying for a Matterhorn view room). It's about 100m walk (down the ski slope, so wear stout shoes in winter!) from the Riffleberg stop on the Gonergrat railway. Great for skiing as you can get a first run down before the lift open and have the mountain pretty much to yourself for half an hour, and I imagine it would be great for walking holiday too. Food in the restaurant is good, the spa is large and excellent and the staff are very friendly, oh rooms are good too, not huge but comfortable and well furnished. I'd really recommend it for a short break rather than a full week, as the location means that you have to eat at the hotel each night (as the last train up is 9ish in summer and 7.30 ish in winter). All round, very special experience.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2015

The location and setting cannot be beaten for the hotel sits on the side of a mountain and overlooks an alpine amphitheatre of unparalleled beauty, dominated of course by the iconic and breathtaking Matterhorn. The entire hotel has recently undergone a significant programme of renovation and upgrading of its facilities and this is reflected in the superbly appointed rooms, spa and public areas. For comfort and cleanliness this hotel can easily compete with its grander 5 star cousins down in the valley. The food ranges from buffet style continental breakfasts in the morning to traditional and hearty alpine favourites such as wurst and rösti at lunch. In the evening dinner is a 4-course set piece affair with the cuisine and service of a quality that you would expect from a world-class resort like Zermatt. From the moment you enter the Riffelhaus you are surrounded by people who are not only consummate professionals but who bring to their jobs a warmth, thoughtfulness and human kindness that makes the Riffelhaus experience unique among its peers in Zermatt. For me, and I hope others too, the Riffelhaus is so much more than just another hotel and I shall remember it with fondness and affection as an intimate, private mountain club with friends, friends that I look forward to seeing again and again, for many years to come.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Zermatt?

The average price for a rental in Zermatt is $396 per night. This rental is $698 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Riffelhaus 1853. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Riffelhaus 1853. Enjoy the water!

Is Riffelhaus 1853 pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Riffelhaus 1853?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, laundry, balcony or patio, and hot tub or spa.

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Riffelhaus 1853

Hotel in Zermatt

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Zermatt

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

Standard Double Room

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

Junior Suite, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

Riffelhaus 1853

Hotel in Zermatt

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Zermatt

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

Standard Double Room

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

Junior Suite, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Zermatt?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Riffelhaus 1853 pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Riffelhaus 1853?

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