Riffelhaus 1853

Slopeside fun with full-service spa and outdoor pool

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November 2025

December 2025

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, garden views

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Spa
Pet-friendly
Pool

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Tomorrow

Oct 28 - Oct 29

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

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

Family Room

Highlights

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Bathrobes

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Balcony, Mountain View (Matterhorn)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2014

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Hairdryer

258 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Free bottled water

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Exclusive Double Room, Mountain View (Matterhorn View)

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Free bottled water

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, Mountain View

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Free bottled water

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Double Room with Partial Matterhorn View

Sleeps 2

Family Room

Sleeps 4

Family 2-bed Room With Side Matterhorn View

Sleeps 4

Double Room with Matterhorn View

Sleeps 2

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About the area

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. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, rock climbing and mountain biking.

Visit our Zermatt travel guide

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
‪Schmuggler Höhle - ‬20 min drive
‪Chez Vrony - ‬38 min drive
‪La Taverne - ‬20 min drive
‪Buffet & Bar Riffelberg - ‬1 min walk

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 such as 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 on-site spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Riffelhaus, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Enjoy on-site activities, such as sledging and snowshoeing. 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
A lift, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
Multilingual staff, free newspapers and luggage storage
Wedding services and a front desk safe

Room features

All guest rooms at Riffelhaus 1853 have comforts, such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as 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

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Spa
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

No on-site 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

Lift

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1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1853
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
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 are 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 on 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.

Payment types at the property

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

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?

Checkout 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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