Riffelhaus 1853

Property class: 4
Ski-in/ski-out hotel with spa, near Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise

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Placing you just steps from Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise, Riffelhaus 1853 has ski-in/ski-out access, allowing you more time for sledding. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Restaurant Riffelhaus, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a hot tub, and a sauna. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden panel walls, a window with a mountain view, a bedside table with a lamp, and a red armchair.

Family Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a wooden wall, a large bed, a TV, a desk with wine glasses, a chair, and a view of mountains through the window.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden panel walls, a window with a mountain view, a bedside table with a lamp, and a red armchair.

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden wall, a large bed, a TV, a desk with wine glasses, a chair, and a view of mountains through the window.

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden wall, a large bed, a TV, a desk with wine glasses, a chair, and a view of mountains through the window.

Junior Suite, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden wall, a large bed, a TV, a desk with wine glasses, a chair, and a view of mountains through the window.

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Riffelberg 2500m, Zermatt, VS, 3920

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Sion (SIR) - 77 min drive
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 80.5 miles/129.5 km
  • Zermatt (QZB-Zermatt Train Station) - 2 min drive
  • Zermatt Gornergratbahn Station - 2 min drive
  • Riffelberg - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • Elsie Bar
  • Old Zermatt
  • Take it Döner
  • ‪Schmuggler Höhle - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Buffet & Bar Riffelberg - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Riffelhaus 1853

  • Placing you just steps from Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise, Riffelhaus 1853 has ski-in/ski-out access, allowing you more time for sledding. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Restaurant Riffelhaus, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a hot tub, and a sauna. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
4:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Riffelhaus 1853 Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was an unforgettable experience with a wide variety of options and exceptional quality. (10 reviews)
  • The spa area was small but lovely, with a clean jacuzzi and relaxing atmosphere. (5 reviews)
  • The hot tub offered breathtaking views of the mountains and was a dream, perfect after a challenging hike. (5 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Very nice dinner, very clean room and perfect mountain view!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views, ski in ski out, and breakfast/dinner included was an awesome touch!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay, very relaxing place in the middle of the mountain. If you are looking to unwind and stay at a remote place then this is the hotel for you.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best location to stay, right near the Matterhorn, nice sauna bath facility, clean room and excellent food service. I highly recommend this place.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location Wonderful view
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are friendly and accommodating . The location is almost beside the Matterhorn very peaceful at night time. The wellness area is not to be missed.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff and dining here was some of the best in the world, and weve been around the world to know...we will be back!
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10/10 Exceptional

The perfect Alpine retreat.

Riffelhaus is an amazing hotel, if you want peace and quiet, great food and feel really welcomed.
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was everything I hoped it would be. The location was spectacular.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views, lovely sauna
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Lovely views. Wonderful rooms. Friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was an absolutely amazing experience! The hotel, the staff, the views-blown away!!!!!!
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10/10 Exceptional

A fantastic place to stay, high up in the Alps. Staff was always very professional and helpful and went out of their way to accommodate us. The views from the rooms are world class. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the same use as last year. The location, food, cleanliness, and the view from the hotel are great. The staff are very kind. I would like to take advantage of the next opportunity.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelent and with the best view

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Our experience was excellent from start till end! Staff were all so friendly and helpful, and made us feel very welcome. They seemed to enjoy being there and brought a good vibe to the place. The rooms and bathroom were beautiful and spacious even for the standard rooms. Wellness and dining spaces were also stunning and with perfect views of the Matterhorn. This was definitely one of the best stays of our lives. We hope to be back again!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Above expectations all around. We stayed for our honeymoon, and it was perfect. Tranquil, separated from the aprés scene, perfect ski in ski out for first tracks every day before the gondolas started bringing people from town. Breakfast and dinner were included and absolutely top tier dining every day. The staff were helpful and welcoming. The baggage service from the train was incredibly helpful so that we didn’t have to haul our luggage across the ski hill. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We plan on returning!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience!!! Hotel has a perfect location, offering breathtaking views of Matterhorn and Zermatt valley. Breakfast is an unforgettable experience for sure, again for the views around; and the food offering. Then, you have the most impressive chef; Jovanni is very passionate about his work, comes to the table to explain the details of his creation. Each night is a different epicurean journey. Such an unexpected, unbelievable treat!!! Thank you so much!!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Came for 1 night, stayed for 3!

We had the most unforgettable stay at Riffelhaus 1853, and I can’t say enough good things about the incredible team here. Dior and Sven went above and beyond for us, and every single staff member made us feel truly cared for over the last four days. Their kindness, professionalism, and warmth made all the difference in the unique situation we were all just in. That kind of service is rare, and it meant the world to us. We wouldn’t trade the experience we just had for anything. We’re leaving with full hearts and a deep appreciation for all the people who made it so special. We will definitely be back—and until then, we’ll be singing the praises of Riffelhaus to everyone we know. Thank you for everything. You truly are something special!
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10/10 Exceptional

Zermatt’s best-kept secret. Nestled in the middle of the Zermatt Matterhorn, this 170 year old hotel integrates modern amenities while maintaining its historical roots along with breathtaking views. Riffelhaus 1853 does not disappoint and often leaves the guest with a once-in-a-lifetime experience and incredibly lucky for such a hotel to exist. It houses only 25 rooms/suits allowing for the staff to give you more personalized attention. Unlike most 170 year old hotels, Riffelhaus 1853 does an amazing job integrating modern amenities. The rooms and bathrooms were very modern with a sense of alpinist style unique to the locality. The rooms were average sized for the price; however, most guest come for the amazing view and location of this hotel rather than the size of the room. The reputation of the Riffelhaus’ Wellness Center and Spa experience is what originally motivated me to book this stay. This may be the crown jewel of the property as there is no other place like this in Zermatt. Their hot tub perched at the top of about 2582 meters overlooking the Matterhorn and the whole of Zermatt is the most beautiful in the entire area. I challenge anyone else to provide pictures of a better hot tub view. People from all over the world travel just for this experience. The large dry sauna faces a wall of glass from the ceiling to the floor that overlooks the Matterhorn and Alps and situates multiple people comfortably.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location and great possibilities for long or short walks. The food was of high quality. The dinner menu went above expectations. The breakfast had everything one could wish for ! The rooms were comfortable but not luxurious as this is a mountain hotel after all !
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6/10 Good

I love the sight around and from the window, the room clean, quiet, staff friendly. What I didn’t like it was the dinner choices were not much to offer, I ordered a duck who looks ok. to order but the meat was very hard and chewy. The breakfast was better with more choices and friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful hotel with breathtaking views of the Matterhorn, friendly & welcoming staffs and an excellent restaurant. It was truly enjoyable stay and I would definitely recommend to anyone who wish to visit Zermatt.