The best accommodations Switzerland

Located in Paradiso, a 2-minute walk from the shores of Lake Lugano, the Hotel de la Paix is a majestic establishment offering an elegant and comfortable stay. Nearby, guests can easily reach the Monte San Salvatore funicular in 5 minutes' walk and Lugano's old town in 1.5 km. The hotel's rooms are decorated in a traditional style. Some rooms have balconies. Hotel facilities include a rustic Italian restaurant, an elegant bar, an outdoor swimming pool and a contemporary art gallery.

This charming 3-star hotel dating from the end of the 19th century is located at an altitude of 1,200 metres, in the heart of a park with the magnificent Alps as a backdrop. The welcome is worthy of a palace with special attention for each guest. The hotel has 44 spacious and comfortable rooms, all different. The lobby and lounge are sumptuous. With its two restaurants, offering fine cuisine, relaxation and sports activities, the Grand Hôtel des Rasses is the place to be for a refined stay.

The Albana Hotel is a large house with elegant, comfortable and warm rooms with lots of woodwork. The highlight? The terrace with its wonderful view of the mountains. A wealthy clientele frequents this elegant chalet and enjoys the high comfort rooms and perfect services. A wellness area with whirlpool, sauna, hammam and massages is available, as well as two restaurants: Thailando, with Thai fusion cuisine, and Spunta Engiadina, which offers natural cuisine with a Swiss touch.

It is one of the three establishments of the luxury chain in Switzerland. It is located in a splendidly renovated spa dating from 1864. This palace of unprecedented luxury and charm has direct access to the ski slopes and cross-country ski trails. From the rooms to the restaurants, including the distinguished St. Moritz Spa of more than 2,500 m², the atmosphere is one of grace and art of living. For a dream stay.

Balmers Hostel is an institution and a legend for backpackers! For more than 50 years, this hostel has been bringing Interlaken and its surroundings to life by offering young and not so young travellers, especially Americans, the wonders of the region through the organisation of multiple sports activities. A wonderful, festive and simple atmosphere combined with very attractive prices. Canyoning, paragliding, rafting, parachuting, hiking, snowboarding, night sledding, snowshoeing... The Balmers team is never short of ideas!

This luxury youth hostel has a major asset: it's a beautiful 1860 bourgeois villa with swimming pool on the heights of the city, close to the train station. The double rooms have character, with antique floors and pretty furniture, and the whole is charming. The perfect place for a vacation! Communal kitchen, free parking, information on excursions and visits. A great address for those on a tight budget. An on-site restaurant serving fresh produce and local cuisine rounds off the offer perfectly.

What makes the difference here is the welcome of Ariane and James who will make you feel at home in no time and guide their guests according to their desires of discovery. Their apartment is located on the edge of a magnificent century-old park, between Lake Geneva and the Lausanne train station. You will be welcomed with warmth and simplicity in this vast apartment from the beginning of the 20th century. The three bedrooms, decorated with taste and charm, and the small living room offer a cosy stay combining comfort, conviviality and authenticity.

On the Italian-Swiss border, 30 minutes from Locarno, lies one of Switzerland's wildest valleys. This is where you'll find the magnificent Villa Edera. Built in 1888 and then donated to the village of Auressio, it was converted into an inn long ago, then taken over and renovated by the current team in 2017. The hostel welcomes travelers in a backpacker atmosphere. The interior is delightful, modern and elegant. A favorite address managed by a friendly team.

25 Hours, Germany's most innovative hotel chain with thirteen hotels in Europe, opened its doors in Zurich West, the up-and-coming district where artists and creatives call home, in 2012. The renowned local designer Alfredo Häberli designed the hotel as an ode to Zurich. The funky spirit of the city is reflected in the abundant graphic details. On the top floor, don't miss the sauna with its impressive view of the city.

Right in the heart of the action, a stone's throw from the old town and the quays, our rooms are functional, originally designed, colorful, bright and comfortable. It's a strategically located area, where you can explore the entire old town on foot, taking those strolls along the right and left banks of the lake. The Cornavin train station is about a 20-minute walk away. To go out in the evening, always on foot, you'll have a wide choice of restaurants, terraces and ephemeral bars in summer, or go to concerts in the Lagrange and Eaux Vives parks. Excellent service.

In the historical heart of the village of Gandria, in a noble 15th century setting, the accommodation not only has an undeniable historical character, but also favours coolness in summer and warmth in winter, thanks to the thickness of its walls. Bucolic, your stay will be so thanks to the waterfront location of the house. Ideally arranged for 4 people, you will benefit from all the conveniences with two bedrooms and a kitchen. Bright, restful and welcoming, it will be pleasant to observe the lake life from your balcony.

Where a river flows, the atmosphere is inevitably peaceful! Twenty or so apartments of different sizes await you in the valley for a bucolic stay in the heart of nature. All very well equipped with modern decoration, they are the ideal place to stay in the Val d'Illiez. On site, in all seasons, the Portes du Soleil invites you to experience memorable days in the open air. Quality service and welcome for an unforgettable stay.

A beautiful 1906 building facing the lake and offering comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with a romantic decor. From April to October, the swimming pool in the heart of a green garden is a delight. Why not enjoy a game of chess or table tennis? A very pleasant setting. Unusual: on the first floor, the hotel has created a small centenary museum open to guests, which showcases the stories and objects of the family and the hotel. Hotel with parking.

A folly to discover, hidden behind a maze of high hedges cut to the millimeter. In the heart of a park, a stone's throw from the lake, hides an ultraluxurious island. The rooms overlook the lake, the pool or the park. The children have their own Petite Réserve: a daycare center full of activities. The Loti is one of the best restaurants in Geneva as well as the Tsé Fung, renowned for its Asian cuisine... An island from which one would not leave, going from the spa to the pool, to the excellent restaurants. The boat, decorated with wood panelling, will take you sailing towards Geneva.

This traditional establishment is a 5-minute walk from the ski school and lifts. Simple comfort, but we appreciate that each room has a sitting area with TV, WiFi and a private bathroom. You have access to a garden, a terrace and ski and bike storage. There's a pizzeria on the first floor serving large pizzas that should fill you up. The owners can help you organize your activities.

A campsite in the shade of tall trees skims Lake Geneva. Below the road, it has a pleasant terrace, a small friendly restaurant (and the cocktail bar!) overlooking the lake which deserves to be known and recognized. Two large pavilions, a kind of yurt, can accommodate up to 8 adults. Original and practical for those who don't have a tent. At any time, you benefit from the idyllic location to go swimming in the lake.

This MGallery hotel is one of Interlaken's finest luxury hotels. The Belle Epoque building on the main street, with its façade dating from 1908, is remarkably elegant and lends a very special cachet to the town center. Impeccable comfort and service as you'd expect from an establishment of this category. The building houses several restaurants and, of course, luxury boutiques.

This aparthotel offers studios of various sizes, all with kitchens, which can be rented for one night or for longer periods. Rooms feature comfortable, classic furnishings. On the first floor, a bakery associated with the hotel diffuses delicious smells of croissants and freshly baked bread first thing in the morning. Above all, the hosts want you to feel at home and pamper you. However, you'll be very independent, as each apartment is equipped with an intercom to guarantee your autonomy.

If the street is full of hotels, few offer as good a value for money as the Bern Hotel.

Accustomed to the business clientele, the reception is very professional and the services correspond to the standards of the range. The Art Nouveau style of the building brings an elegant touch which is reflected in the rooms by a decoration punctuated with small details. Each room is personalized. Prefer an attic room for the cocooning and cosy side. If you are looking for a well placed and comfortable place to stay, this is the place to be.

Just 12 minutes by car from the resort of Crans-Montana, you'll be staying in a house with a soul and a particularly warm welcome. Dating back to 1892, the Villa has been tastefully restored to create spacious guest rooms with different decor, including balconies, small living rooms, vintage or Zen bathrooms. The decor is simple, but all rooms are bright and airy. The French-influenced restaurant is a favorite with locals. In fine weather, the garden, with its refreshment bar and deckchairs, is a bucolic delight.

Away from the traffic of the resort, this former Art Nouveau sanatorium, situated high up in an almost unreal landscape, promises a timeless stay. The large, pleasant terrace overlooking Davos and the excellent panorama restaurant are major assets. The hotel can be reached in 4 minutes from Davos Platz by the private funicular Schatzalp (free for hotel guests). The rooms are decorated in an Alpine style and are very comfortable. The Schatzalp Hotel even has its own private ski area.

A nice house in the centre of the village. The rustic interior is cosy and the rooms are cosy. The restaurant serves traditional, reasonably well-equipped cuisine. From the fine days you can enjoy a pleasant terrace.

It's aptly named. This warmly welcoming inn is located in Bluche, a secluded village just 5 minutes below Crans-Montana. The rooms are comfortable and quiet. The decor is well thought-out and you immediately feel enveloped by the warm atmosphere. The "chalet" decor is given pride of place, but without the luxury and fuss of some of the resort's hotels. The food is tasty, with local products and the inevitable Swiss fondues.

A hotel covered in flowers in summer and with a focus on a friendly, mountainous welcome. The double rooms are beautiful and comfortable with a panoramic view of the mountain pastures and dormitories for those on a tight budget who want to stay in this beautiful area. The welcome is familial and everything is done to make you feel at ease. Good Valais cuisine for friendly prices: opulent cheese crust, raclette served with starter and dessert, magnificent fondue.

In this comfortable hotel, a room in memory of the famous jazzman Charles Lloyd, the first international musician of the Montreux Festival in 1967 has been kept as it was and if you get there early enough, you will be able to book it at the same price as a current room for a small retro stay. On the ground floor the restaurant le Safran is waiting for you, also a lounge bar and a terrace, all designed and with a beautiful view on the lake. Guests will be able to use bicycles free of charge as well as the wellness area.

An ode to romanticism by the lake. Built in 1864, the hotel was completely renovated in 2001. 60 comfortable rooms are available for guests wishing to relax in peace and quiet. The hotel is home to The Garden on the Lake, a gourmet restaurant offering tasty Southern-influenced cuisine. The garden provides direct access to the lake. In 1865, the hotel welcomed the famous German composer Richard Wagner, and was run by the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy, first as a boarding school and then as a rest home.

Head for greenery and nature! This beautiful campsite in the heights of Lausanne, on the edge of the forest, is ideal for family vacations. It offers a wide range of activities, including barbecues, pétanque, a swimming pool, a paddling pool, a field for ball games and a free Wi-Fi zone linked to the refreshment area. Access to the open-air swimming pool is free, and the Vita health and mountain bike trails and golf course are nearby. It's also an ideal starting point for walking, horse-riding and cycling.

Charming hotel offering soothing rooms with a simple decor, with some objects that will be collected from there. Some enjoy a mountain view. Breakfast and meals take place at the Station's Buffet. And if this tells you you can climb up to the Rochers-de-Naye and go down to the ski hotel!

Idéalement situé entre Martigny et Chamonix, l'hôtel accueille depuis sept générations touristes, sportifs et amoureux de la nature parmi les plus célèbres (V. Hugo, A. Dumas, Goethe…). With a breathtaking view of the Glacier des Grands, the Aiguille du Tour and the Rhône Valley, and located at the northern tip of the Mont-Blanc massif, the Hotel du Col de la Forclaz provides access to the upper Trient valley, a paradise for alpine hikers in summer and winter alike. The rooms are very 1970s, but this is offset by the friendliness of the staff.

Renovated in 2019, this 5-star hotel is located on the shores of the lake. A true haven of peace built in total harmony with nature, the hotel offers 43 bright studios and apartments superbly furnished with natural and contemporary materials. With its private beach directly overlooking Lake Zurich, the hotel will appeal to swimmers and water sports enthusiasts alike. The Mediterranean restaurant is renowned for its fish dishes, romantic ambience and superb terrace. The ultimate in chic? Take the hotel boat into town.

The Huss Löwen stands proudly in the heart of the small village of Gonten, 900 m above sea level, surrounded by the beautiful green Appenzell countryside. It's the ideal setting for a family vacation, a romantic weekend or a sporting vacation. the 24 rooms are well-decorated in a cocooning spirit of tradition and modernity, with solid wood and warm, natural materials. Large bathrooms, with huge double bathtubs in the suites to relax body and mind. Right across the street, you'll find another hotel, the Bären.

Hotel located in the south-east of Lausanne, offering apartments furnished with one to 4 rooms for stays of 4 weeks minimum. Nicely decorated and fully equipped, the apartments are quiet and some have balconies. It is expensive, but since it is difficult to get an apartment in Lausanne for only a few months, this remains a more economical solution than a hotel.

An unusual night on the side of the mountain to be woken up by the cries of the marmots! This is what a trip to the Rochers-de-Naye promises. It's ideal for groups or families for a total change of scenery, as you'll be perched in the middle of nature. But it's just as enjoyable on your own, to come and recharge your batteries under the carpet of stars. The Rochers-de-Naye building also offers dormitories with 8, 6, 4 and 2 beds (with toilets and showers outside the rooms).

A beautiful youth hostel with a modern flair, ideally situated just 20 metres from a large lawn in front of the lake. The youth hostel is located in the heart of the village of Montreux, just a 30-minute walk from the lake and 2 minutes from the Montreux-Territet train station. The hostel has more than a hundred beds in rooms with 2, 4 or 6 beds. Obstacle-free" rooms are also available for people with reduced mobility. For those who wish, bicycles can be rented to take you to the centre or simply to ride along the quays.

More modest than the Montreux Palace and the Majestic, the Splendid, built in 1904, also has its facade on the Grand-Rue with a view of the lake. A family hotel since 1934, it is currently in the hands of two brothers who have resurrected its Belle Époque soul and elegantly modernised the rooms. Among the personalities who have stayed here are Lenin in 1908 and the Rolling Stones. Catering facilities are available in the F1rst. The two tables overlooking the lake, away from the rest of the room, are very popular!

A stopover on the shores of Lake Geneva is a must! Here you will be in Bon-Port to stroll along the quays and experience the romance of the Vaud Riviera. The Bon-Port hotel is an excellent address located in a quiet area, only 100 m from the lake and a few steps from the casino. The 30 rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated in warm colours. Some rooms have kitchenettes to make you feel at home. Free Wi-fi throughout the hotel. Five free parking spaces on request.

Hotel in the center of La Tour-de-Peilz, just a 15-minute walk from Vevey, with a warm welcome. Even if you're in the center of town, the lake is never far away in this area, and can be reached in just a few minutes on foot. Rooms are comfortable and decorated in cream tones, with contemporary furnishings. The comfortable double rooms are, however, rather poorly soundproofed. However, it's best to opt for the quieter lakeside rooms, especially those with large terraces!

Because it's not just about luxurious establishments, camping is also a way to simply enjoy this beautiful region. Situated on the edge of Lake Geneva, the Pichette campsite enjoys an idyllic setting. The terrain is flat, the grass is fresh and the whole is surrounded by trees. Nothing better than getting out of your tent and taking a dip in the lake! La Pichette also has a refreshment bar ideally placed for a drink or a meal in the garden with your feet in the water.

Formerly the Grand Hôtel de Chexbres in the early ^20th century, the Préalpina was transformed into an institute for young girls before becoming a beautiful hotel with 55 rooms, some of which have balconies overlooking the lake, vineyards and Alps. It offers all modern comforts, including free WiFi and parking, as well as large windows overlooking the lake. And that's what makes it so special: the magnificent view of the lake from your bed! A great place to stop on the way to wine tastings. A little noisy with the neighboring rooms, though.

The campsite is situated on a grassy and partially shaded area, close to the river and 5 min from the centre of Vallorbe. Access to the heated swimming pool is free for guests.

Situated at an altitude of 1,200 m in the middle of the Jura pastures, the peace and quiet is absolute, the air is pure and the setting is rural. This campsite is well situated for those who want to live a Nordic experience and enjoy the 9 ski lifts, the 100 km of cross-country ski tracks and the 40 km of marked snowshoe trails. In the summer it is a great spot to enjoy lake activities with direct access to the swimming area, a fine sandy beach like in the tropics, boat rentals and the ideal starting point for walks along the lake and in the nature reserve.

Perched high above Schaffhausen in a splendid park, this imposing ^19th-century manor house will take you back in time. The spacious, comfortable rooms and public areas are marked by a romantic Belle Époque spirit that's a little exuberant, bordering on kitsch. Lace, floral decor, pastel tones, pedestal tables, marble and candelabras add a delightfully old-fashioned charm! The Park Villa hotel also boasts a cosy bar and a beautiful winter garden.