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Palace

Address: Gstaad, CH-3780
Phone: 033/7485000; 800/745-8883 in U.S.
Fax: 033/7485001
www.palace.ch

Price range: $$$$
Location: Gstaad

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Fodor's Review:

Towering over tiny Gstaad like Mad Ludwig's castle, this fantasyland burlesque packs a wallet-wallop. Although it cozily refers to itself as a family "pension" (albeit the largest in Switzerland), it has an indoor swimming pool with underwater music and water-jet massage, chauffeured Rolls-Royces, and oxygen cures, among other amenities. An indoor-outdoor swimming pool (with a glass floor placed on top for dancing on winter nights), tennis weeks in summer, and an elaborate health club are but a few of many compelling amenities. Conscientious travelers worried about missing out on the local experience, rest assured: The rooms are lavished with appropriately rustic touches, though you could play hockey in the sprawling tiled baths. The kitchen serves four lavish restaurants ($$$$), with renowned guest chefs conducting weeks of special cuisines from around the world. Be prepared for the steep 15-minute walk uphill.

Hotel Details: 71 rooms, 6 suites, 1 apartment
In-room: safe, Internet.
In-hotel: 4 restaurants, tennis courts, bar, pool, gym. minibar.
Rate includes: 2 meals
Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V
Closed: Closed late Mar.-mid-June and mid-Sept.-mid-Dec.

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