Located at 2,500 metres above sea level, Riffelhaus 1853 offers panoramic views of the mountains around Zermatt from all rooms. Located right next to the ski slopes with ski-to-door access, it offers a traditional restaurant, a spa area, an outdoor hot tub with views of the Matterhorn, and free WiFi access.
The Riffelhaus is a historic mountain hotel dating from 1853 that was renovated in 2014. The traditionally furnished rooms offer satellite TV and bathrooms with bathrobes and hairdryers. From the balconies in the some room types, as well as from the sun terrace, guests enjoy direct views of the Matterhorn.
The restaurant serves classic Swiss cuisine. Guests can also enjoy a bar, a lounge and a library on site. The spa area features a sauna, a steam bath and a relaxation room. A ski storage room in winter and a bicycle storage room in summer can be used free of charge. The hotel has officially been rated as "Bike Hotel" by the Swiss tourism association.
Riffelhaus 1853 can only be reached by mountain railway from Zermatt. The ride takes 23 minutes.
Rustically furnished room overlooking the mountains, with satellite TV, a sofa bed (140 cm wide), a safe, and a bathroom. It features a balcony with views of the Matterhorn.
Please note that the view of the Matterhorn is only from the balcony, not from inside the room.
Please note that the room rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 2 adults and 2 children or 1 extra adult on a sofa bed (see Extra Bed Rates).
Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View (2 people)
Double Room of 13 m²
Safe
Television
Cable/satellite channels
Wardrobe/Closet
Drying rack for clothing
Slippers
Welcome tray
Desk
Carpeted
Toilets
Toilet paper
Linen
Kettle
Bedding
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Bathroom
Shower
Bathrobe
Towels
Hair-dryer
Body soap
Shampoo
Free toiletries
View
Landmark view
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Junior Suite with Partial Matterhorn View (2 people)
Suite of 29 m²
Safe
Television
Cable/satellite channels
Wardrobe/Closet
Drying rack for clothing
Slippers
Welcome tray
Sitting srea
Desk
Carpeted
Toilets
Toilet paper
Linen
Kettle
Bedding
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Bathroom
Shower
Bathrobe
Towels
Hair-dryer
Body soap
Shampoo
Free toiletries
View
Landmark view
This suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The suite has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.
Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply). Children of all ages are welcome.
Children from 3 to 7 years old stay for 20 € per person per night when sleeping in an available extra bed.
Children from 8 to 12 years old stay for 95 € per person per night when sleeping in an available extra bed.
Persons 13 years and over stay for 120 € per person per night when sleeping in an available extra bed.
Children up to 2 years old (inclusive) stay free when sleeping in an available crib.
Extra beds or baby cots are only available upon request and need to be confirmed by the property.
Supplements are not automatically calculated in the total amount of the reservation on the site and must be paid separately directly with the establishment.
Cards accepted
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.
Please note that extra beds are not available in this room type.