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Riffelhaus 1853

4.0 star property
Slopeside fun with full-service spa and outdoor pool

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Outdoor spa tub
Junior Suite (Matterhorn View) | Terrace/patio
Sauna
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, garden views
Double Room, Mountain View | Interior entrance
Perched in the mountains, Riffelhaus 1853 offers a serene escape with a breakfast buffet, spa treatments, and ski-in/ski-out access. Relax at the outdoor pool or unwind with al fresco dining at Restaurant Riffelhaus; explore the nearby slopes by sledding or snowshoeing.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room with Matterhorn View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Zermatt, Riffelhaus 1853 is in a rural area and in the mountains. Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise and Breuil-Cervinia Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matterhorn. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking.
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Riffelberg 2500m, Zermatt, VS, 3920

What's nearby

  • Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cervino - Sci Estivo - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Furi - Riffelberg - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Old Zermatt
  • ‪Chez Vrony - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Schmuggler Höhle - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Buffet & Bar Riffelberg - ‬1 min walk
  • Papperla Pub

About this property

Riffelhaus 1853

Upscale hotel near Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise
Consider a stay at Riffelhaus 1853 and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. With amenities like ski-in/ski-out access and ski storage, this hotel is a great place to hit the slopes. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Riffelhaus, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy onsite activities like snowshoeing and sledding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, multilingual staff, and wedding services
  • Smoke-free premises and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Riffelhaus 1853 boast thoughtful touches such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Riffelhaus

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/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 staffed during limited hours
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

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
Riffelhaus 1853 Hotel Zermatt

Frequently asked questions

Does Riffelhaus 1853 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Riffelhaus 1853 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Riffelhaus 1853?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Riffelhaus 1853?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riffelhaus 1853?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Riffelhaus 1853 located?

Located in the mountains, this Zermatt hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 5-minute walk of Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise, Furi - Riffelberg, and Cervino - Sci Estivo. Furi Ski Area and Riffelberg - Gifthittli are just steps away. Riffelberg is only a 3-minute walk.

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