Riffelhaus 1853 Zermatt

★★★★

Riffelberg, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland

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Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Pets are welcome. Additional charges may apply
Property type:
Hotel
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About Riffelhaus 1853

Riffelhaus 1853 is a historic mountain hotel located at 2,500 metres above sea level in Zermatt, offering ski-to-door access and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains from all rooms.

The traditionally furnished rooms feature satellite TV, safes, and bathrooms equipped with bathrobes, slippers, hairdryers, and free toiletries. Some room types include balconies that provide direct views of the Matterhorn. Room options range from standard mountain-view accommodations to suites with separate living areas. All rooms have heating and non-smoking choices are available.

Guests can dine on classic Swiss cuisine in the on-site restaurant or relax in the bar, lounge, and library. The spa area includes a sauna, steam bath, relaxation lounge, outdoor hot tub overlooking the Matterhorn, an indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi facilities. Outdoor amenities consist of a sun terrace with furniture for sunbathing as well as ski storage during winter and bicycle storage during summer.

Additional conveniences include free WiFi throughout the hotel, daily housekeeping, key card access control, smoke detectors, charging sockets by beds, desks in rooms, bottled water provided upon arrival, coffee stations inside guest rooms, hand sanitizer widely available across public spaces, takeaway lunches for purchase onsite, elevator access to all floors. The Riffelhaus operates as a Bike Hotel certified by the Swiss tourism association and is accessible only via a scenic 23-minute mountain railway ride from Zermatt.

Top Amenities

  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Pool for swimming
  • Wellness and relaxation center
  • Smoke-free rooms
  • Pet-friendly
  • Lounge

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Rooms: 27

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Rooms & Availability

Double Room with Mountain View

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Room Amenities

  • Clothing storage or cupboard,
  • Carpet flooring,
  • Garbage bins,
  • Electrical converter,
  • Work desk,
  • Towels for the pool,
  • Secure safe,
  • Power outlet near the bed,
  • Down-filled pillow,
  • Garment hanging rack,
  • Indoor heating

Bathroom

  • Complimentary toiletries,
  • Hair conditioner,
  • Bathroom tissue,
  • Restroom,
  • Footwear for indoors,
  • Ensuite bathroom,
  • Plush bathrobe,
  • Bathtub or shower,
  • Hair cleanser,
  • Body wash,
  • Shower facilities,
  • Hair drying equipment

Media & Technology

  • Television with flat screen,
  • Television,
  • Phone,
  • Television with cable channels

Food & Drink

  • Kettle for hot water,
  • Tea and Coffee making facilities,
  • Bottled water

Services & Extras

  • Bed linens,
  • Electronic key card access,
  • Bath towels

Outdoor & View

  • View of the mountains,
  • Scenery

Accessibility

  • Elevator access

Safety & security

  • Fire alarm
Size:
13 m2
Bedroom 1:
Single bed
Number of guests:
2
Photo gallery - Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View
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Size:
13 m2
Bedroom 1:
Single bed
Number of guests:
2
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Bedroom 1:
Large bed (King size)
Number of guests:
4
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Size:
23 m2
Bedroom 1:
Single bed
Number of guests:
2
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Size:
13 m2
Bedroom 1:
Single bed
Number of guests:
2
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Size:
29 m2
Bedroom 1:
Single bed
Number of guests:
2

Amenities

General

General

  • Animals permitted
  • Wireless internet access throughout the property
Activities

Activities

  • Snow skiing
  • Trekking
  • Biking
  • Storage for skis
  • Direct access to ski slopes
Services

Services

  • Online services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

  • Dining area
  • Lounge
  • Breakfast served in the room
  • Prepared lunch boxes
  • Wine and champagne
Pool and wellness

Pool and wellness

  • Steam room
  • Relaxation and wellness center
  • Whirlpool bath
  • Turkish bath
  • Exterior pool
  • Year-round outdoor pool
  • Scenic pool
  • Temperature-controlled pool
  • Spa amenities
  • Steam chamber
  • Spa resting area
  • Spa and wellness packages
  • Fitness and spa changing rooms
  • Pool for swimming
  • Swimming facility
Reception services

Reception services

  • Money exchange
  • Baggage holding area
Common areas

Common areas

  • Garden area
  • Outdoor patio
  • Sacred place
  • Sundeck
  • Patio furniture
Cleaning services

Cleaning services

  • Everyday cleaning service
Business facilities

Business facilities

  • Conference/event spaces
  • Facsimile and photocopy services
Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

  • No smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Climate control
  • Smoke-free property
  • Animal feeding dishes
  • Electronic key card entry
Safety & security

Safety & security

  • Secure storage locker
  • Fire detection alarms
  • Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features

Safety features

  • Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizing stations in guest rooms and essential areas
  • Availability of first aid kits
  • Connection to healthcare professionals
Physical distancing

Physical distancing

  • Non-cash payment options
  • Social distancing guidelines observed
  • Protective screens or barriers between employees and guests in relevant areas

Internet

  • Complimentary WiFi!
  • The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Parking

  • Details about parking facilities are not available.

House Rules

Check-in

  • From Until hours

Check-out

  • From Until hours

Pets

  • Pets are permitted, with the possibility of an additional fee.
Important information
Please note that Zermatt is car-free. You can only drive as far as Täsch and then reach Zermatt by train. The station of the Gornergrat mountain railway is right next to the train station.

Please note that the hotel can only be reached by railway. The last train leaves Zermatt at 19:24 (seasonal schedules vary; please consult a timetable).

The “Swiss Postcard“ is accepted as payment.

Please note that the on-site restaurant is the only restaurant in the area.
Contact methods
☎ telephone
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Sweetsbeat 03 - 2025
9/10
★★★★★

Great view of the Matterhorn, ski-in/ski-out access. Rooms are spacious and clean. Spa has sauna with mountain view. Staff helpful, friendly. Location perfect for skiing trips.

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FAQ

What room options are available?

There are different room and bed setups available - please check our website for details.

  • Double Room with Mountain View
  • Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View
  • Family Room with Balcony
  • Junior Suite with Matterhorn View
  • Double Room with Matterhorn View
  • Junior Suite with Partial Matterhorn View

Is the property popular among families?

The property is not fully adapted for children, but is welcoming to all.

Is there ski storage at Riffelhaus 1853?

Yes, ski storage is available.

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