40 Best Hotels in Graubünden, Switzerland

A welcome ultramodern hotel in a sea of older-style accommodations, the AlpenGold, near the edge of Lake Davos at the northern end of town, boasts a distinctive "cone"-shape facade on the outside and a sophisticated, streamlined design on the inside. Contemporary rooms feature neutral tones with pops of color, and all have balconies with views to either the mountains or the town; large bathrooms include both shower and tub. You can choose between dining at the in-house Swiss or Italian restaurant, or enjoying a tasting menu of small bites in the trendy rooftop eatery. Light meals are also served in the lounge bar, which has an outdoor terrace with beautiful views. The lovely 12,917-square-foot Spa Nescens—the largest in Davos—has both indoor and outdoor pools and all manner of therapies. While you're being pampered, spoil the kids and teens at clubs designed just for them; the teens' club even includes a mini cinema.

What was once a 19th-century wooden chalet has expanded to become a full-fledged "Alpine lifestyle" destination, and its position on the farthest edge of town, at the base of the slopes, is its biggest draw. This sporty luxury hotel has a large foyer warmed by a fireplace and perked up by a bar; from its wraparound windows you can take in acres of green hills or snowy slopes. Guest rooms have soft prints and neutral tones; bathrooms are tile and stone. In winter an Italian trattoria and a Thai restaurant join the main Swiss-style restaurants.

About 20 yards from the Weisshorn cable car and the Tschuggen chairlift, the Arosa Vetter Hotel makes a perfect overnight stop for skiers and hikers, and rewards guests with superior lake views from some rooms. Architect-turned-hotelier Martin Häfeli designed wood-clad, rough-oak rooms to make guests feel at home and yet still convey a modern atmosphere. The charming restaurant is popular with both locals and visitors, and serves Swiss cuisine with lots of ingredients from the area.

This striking red building exudes a mysterious pull: inside, the walls are brightened by lively abstract paintings created by the owner, and the guest rooms are little works of art unto themselves. Creative, freewheeling, relaxing, these rooms are fully functional, with little minimalist touches here and there—an ensemble of stones in an alcove, for example. Even better, they're among the least expensive rooms in town. The restaurant, open only in the winter, serves up Swiss and Asian specialties. 

From the moment your Rolls-Royce whisks you from the train station to the hotel, you'll see why Badrutt’s Palace is Switzerland at its most glitzy and glamorous, complete with magnificent public spaces, an exclusive spa, numerous top chef-driven restaurants, and a high-society pedigree. Guest rooms, in both contemporary and traditional styles depending upon your preference, have luxe fabrics and ultracomfy beds. Badrutt's offers nine restaurants, including the formal Le Restaurant, as well as more modern fare at outposts of celebrity chefs Andreas Caminada and Nobu Matsuhisa, both open only in winter. The hotel also houses three bars and one club, with a menu designed by renowned British chef Jason Atherton. The spa, with mountain views from its indoor and outdoor pools, is a delight. Although the celeb count is lower than in its heyday, in high season you'll find the Palace crammed with beautiful people and wealthy wannabes: in fact, people-watching in the lobby is a local pastime.

This Alpine-chic design hotel—within seven 18th-century buildings that formerly housed a boarding school—brings a younger, fresher vibe to often-traditional St. Moritz. Though a bit removed from St. Moritz proper in the village of Champfèr, there are shuttles to Corvigia and Corvatsch for easy access to the slopes. Guest rooms have casual mountain decor, with plenty of wood and Italian fabrics; some have freestanding tubs inside the room itself for a soak after skiing or hiking. The spacious wellness area includes a nice-size indoor pool along with steam baths, saunas, and treatments; coaches, who can lead guests in achieving goals such as strengthening their back or improving their balance, are available upon request. In-house restaurants are also unique, from the international tapas of Hide & Seek to a branch of the two-Michelin-star Ecco, open only during the winter season.

A grand Versailles set amid mountain peaks, the Kronenhof is the pinnacle for rest, relaxation, and pampering, with gorgeous designs inside and out, a keen attention to detail, and a sprawling lawn perfect for admiring the views of Roseg Valley. The hotel was completed in 1890, and the exterior has changed little since then. The lobby and dining rooms, with elaborate moldings and heavy chandeliers, are dazzling, especially the rococo gold-and-gilt Grand restaurant. Upstairs, the guest rooms feature two distinctive styles: some are grandiose, with heavy furniture; others are more modern, with hardwood floors and carved Grisons ceiling panels. Whereas the Grand serves elegant international cuisine, the gorgeously wood-burnished Kronenstübli offers upscale regional fare. Completing this masterpiece is a spa with relaxation, lap, whirl-, and jet pools; steam rooms and saunas; and grand views guaranteed to whisk your cares away.

At the kitsch-happy farmhouse that's been expanded to a small inn, you can have a snack and take in the view or spend the night; rooms are basic but tidy and functional. The restaurant serves up local specialties, and there's a lovely terrace where you can enjoy a glass of wine. As you'd expect from a hotel in Heidiland, kids are very welcome; keep them occupied in the attached Peter & Heidi Playground.

Just yards from the train station, you can enjoy the convenience of a central location at this boutique hotel without worrying about getting a good night's rest, as there are no night trains; amenities and guest rooms are pleasantly modern, and service is friendly and efficient. Regulars needing a straightforward stopover return for its cleanliness, comfort, and free breakfast buffet. There's also a 24-hour fitness room, as well as a spa area with a sauna and steam room, available to guests for one hour a day by reservation.

About 200 yards from the ski lifts of Inner-Arosa, this friendly family-owned and family-run hotel is perfect for those seeking a homey feel that is modern, clean, and comfortable; the guest rooms and public spaces are light and bright, thanks to the pinewood paneling and soft colors. Several apartments are available, with multiple beds. Note that rooms facing south have great views and are a good size. The restaurant, open for dinner, offers tasty Italian cuisine, and the sauna makes a welcome stop after a long day in the mountains.

Conveniently located across from the train station on one side and the Gotschna cable car on the other, this family-owned and family-run property made up of three buildings with south-facing balconies is rustic yet comfortable. Interiors are delightfully decorated, drawing on the valley's farming heritage—think leather sofas, cowhide chairs, and carved wood throughout the lobby. Spacious guest rooms include chairs upholstered with country plaids and ginghams, and hints of the sweet smell of Arvenholz pine furniture. The cozy lobby and communal library offer plenty of space for relaxation with a cup of Heisse Schoggi (hot chocolate) or an après-hike beer. Two restaurants—the Grischunstübli and the Bündnerstube, both well known in the area—round out the offerings.

Genuine, warmhearted service is the key to this small, traditional house, plus the bar’s stone fireplace and some rooms' massive wooden four-poster beds are nice romantic touches. A scrumptious five-course dinner is available for an extra fee. The small spa with two Jacuzzis, a steam bath, a dry sauna, and an infrared sauna offers a great opportunity for relaxation and fantastic views.

If you're in Scuol primarily to visit the Bohn Engiadina Scuol, you can't do better than to stay at this centrally located family-owned hotel—there's a covered pathway that leads directly to the spa, so you can discreetly head over in your robe and slippers any time you like—and room prices include unlimited spa access. Rather generic though good-size guest rooms are heavy on the wood with bursts of color (lime green and red) on the chairs and curtains; some include cozy balconies with lovely views of the town and mountains. Scuol's Old Town is just a five-minute walk downhill, though you'll have a steep climb on your return. The lounge is a relaxing, airy spot for a glass of wine, and you can choose from the two restaurants, including one with Thai cuisine, if you decide not to venture from the hotel at all.

This family-run hotel in the middle of St. Moritz-Bad will make you feel right at home, as the friendly service and a drink by the crackling fire in the cozy "living room" are often all one needs at the end of a long day of hiking or skiing. The large and airy restaurant is highly recommended and has a great deal of locally sourced, seasonal dishes to choose from, including lots of venison, veal, fondue, and pastas. Guests needing a sauna can visit the neighboring Laudinella for a fee. This hotel offers cheaper deals for longer-staying guests, as well as for summer visitors.

This typical 16th-century Engadine house is in the heart of Scuol's Old Town and has inviting rooms decorated with Swiss pine, carved ceilings, and exposed beams. A second house, with five rooms, has a more updated Alpine-chic style with wooden floors and bold, modern furniture. The restaurant, open daily until 5 pm, has a welcoming, country feel, with light wood, blue linens, and cushions. Room prices include a large buffet breakfast and homemade cakes in the afternoon.

Set in the town center, this delightful little hotel shares the Kulm's lovely mountain views, but not its prices. Details like sgraffiti, carved ceilings, and fine darkened pine in some rooms preserve the best from its earlier days. The big corner guest rooms deserve their higher price; back rooms are small, but all have tile baths. Front rooms have mountain and lake views, and some also have balconies. In the small sitting area, check out the collection of skiing trophies won by the owner's father, who used to run St. Moritz's ski school.

This fresh, bright, and comfortable hotel, a short walk from cross-country trails and the Signal cable car, has several restaurants, including Thai and a pizzeria, and a relaxing wellness area, with saunas, steam rooms, and gorgeous views. The good-size guest rooms are white with pine furniture. Head to the fifth floor to enjoy the wellness area, which offers massages and other body treatments, plus the Ovaverva Spa next door offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Try an après-ski drink at the moody underground Keller Bar, open daily till 1 am, though non-smokers should note that smoking is allowed.

This picturesque, family-owned hotel, made up of two 17th-century farmhouses, has sgraffiti and flower boxes on the outside, antiques and honey-color pine on the inside, and a luxurious restaurant serving tasty local dishes, with rates including breakfast and dinner. Most of the guest rooms in the main farmhouse are simple and modern, though you can have a splendid carved-pine room if you pay a bit more; to preserve the tranquility, there are no TVs in these rooms. The second renovated farmhouse has a half-dozen suites (with TVs, as well as minibars). The hotel includes a large gym, and guests can book massages and private yoga treatments. The affiliated Meisser Lodge, in a more simple style, and Meisser Romantica, for adults only, offer other accommodation options nearby.

This century-old mountain inn in the Swiss National Park makes an ideal base for hikers. Choose from either old-style rooms without bath or pine-and-stucco rooms with bath. The traditional Swiss cooking in the charming restaurant is augmented by local game specialties and fresh fish. Near the hotel is one of the medieval iron-smelting ovens that gave Ofen Pass its name.

This isolated hotel is reachable on foot, by bus, or by horse-drawn carriage/sleigh (it's about 7½ km [4½ miles] up the ruggedly beautiful Roseg Valley), but its location in this untouched valley at the foot of a majestic glacier makes for a unique hiking or relaxing point. The restaurant offers simple regional favorites throughout the year; in fall there's wild game. This is a very popular lunch spot for hikers, bikers, and cross-country skiers, who reward themselves with a selection from the massive dessert buffet. The rooms are spartan but fresh; you pay a little more for a private shower. Children can use the rustic playground. Be sure to arrange a bus transfer or, if you're feeling romantic, a horse-drawn carriage pickup, from the Pontresina train station before your stay.

This 19th-century grand hotel welcomes you with its inspiring Roseg Valley views, warm interiors decorated in vibrant colors, and a free minibar that's restocked daily. The family-friendly property includes modern, spacious rooms with separate bedrooms to accommodate couples with one or two children. One part of the hotel is older, with art nouveau–style rooms, and one newer, with rooms done up in a contemporary fashion; most rooms are carpeted, so ask for one with parquet ones if that's your preference. There's also a pleasant spa that includes heated indoor and outdoor pools (outdoor pool open June–October), along with a sauna, steam room, and gym. The charming Art Nouveau Restaurant serves Swiss specialties along with a few international dishes, while the affiliated Giodi Vegetarian and Co. devises mostly vegetarian creations.

About 950 feet above town on a quiet, car-free slope, this magnificent, if a tad faded, hotel will transport you back to the grand spa days of Davos. Once used as a sanatorium, the hotel's public spaces are now decorated in elegant belle époque style; the guest rooms are a lot more simple, with basic furnishings and no TVs. Described in Mann's The Magic Mountain, the vast hotel has grounds to match, with fun features like a long hillside slide in summer and a 2½-km (1½-mile) sled run in winter. All south-facing guest rooms have balconies overlooking the looming mountain range. Spend summer afternoons visiting the hotel's botanical garden, or relax in the three sauna and steam rooms. The hotel is accessible only by its own funicular, the Schatzalp-Bahn, a four-minute ride from Davos-Platz near the Hotel Europe.

This big-city hotel in the center of town was built in 1896 and still offers grand public areas with carved wood and moldings alongside refined, if a tad faded, guest rooms with truly wondrous views. All rooms are done up in lively red and blues; southern-facing rooms have balconies with unimpeded views of the Alpine lakeside panorama. The lovely breakfast room has a ceiling featuring a glittering birch forest painted by Gottardo Segantini, son of the Italian artist, and the informal Acla restaurant serves up solid meals such as Swiss beef and Wiener schnitzel; its outdoor terrace is open in summer and winter (in good weather). The basement bars, featuring live music, are resort staples on weekends. The rooftop wellness center offers saunas, steam baths, massages, and superb views over the lake. In the summer months, the hotel provides free e-bikes to guests.

This delightful hotel in an old chalet-style building is family-run and welcoming of other families, with apartments featuring small kitchens and fireplaces perfect for a small clan. The regular guest rooms either feature wood paneling or are white with touches of pine, and south-facing rooms are bright, clean, and airy with nice balconies. Note that most bathrooms have showers instead of tubs. The communal living area, small bar with fireplace, large sun terrace with mountain views, and garden are homey and informal, with games for old and young (including billiards and foosball). A five-course dinner is available for a small extra charge.

Next to the Roseg Valley entrance, the cross-country skiing center, and the train station, this handy hotel offers dependable, low-key accommodations with simple, tasteful guest rooms decked out in traditional wooden furniture. In summer, a two-night stay gets you free travel on all local trains, buses, and cable cars; in winter, lift tickets can be arranged through the hotel, helping you avoid long lift-ticket lines. The bright and cheery restaurant offers simple, tasty Italian and Swiss fare at reasonable prices, nicely complementing the rustic wood-wood-and-more-wood chalet style of the Station. If you stay longer than a week, rates get cheaper.

This family-owned and family-run hotel, built in 1677, is next door to the town's main church and offers modern, wood-clad guest rooms, a cozy lounge with fireplace, a notable restaurant, and a rooftop terrace for relaxing. The Veltliner Weinstuben restaurant serves local wines and focuses on flavorful regional dishes such as Capuns (stuffed chard) and Maluns (potatoes slow-fried in butter); in autumn, it's all about the game and venison. Note that the elevator goes only to the third of the four floors.

As the hotel in St. Moritz closest to the lake, this charmingly renovated property geared to leisurely stays emphasizes its superlative views with a big, sunny balcony and dining rooms with enormous windows. The varied clientele includes family groups and senior citizens; many visitors come just for the extensive whisky bar, said to have the largest selection in the world. The restaurant features Swiss specialties along with a few Italian dishes, and stocks more than 1,000 wines. Comfortable rooms have a fresh Alpine look with light colors and wood floors: many take advantage of their position with superb lake views from both the bedrooms and the bathrooms. The cozy wellness area includes a whirlpool, sauna, and steam bath.

This luxury hotel can claim its share of St. Moritz superlatives: it was the first hotel here (1856) and the first house to have electricity in all of Switzerland (1878), but modern comfort has come a long way, as seen in top-quality facilities like a 9-hole golf course and putting green, ice-skating and curling in the colder months, and six in-house restaurants (two open only in winter). Rooms vary between a more traditional and a more modern style; though they differ in size and decor, all feature wood accents and luxe bathrooms. Half-board is usually included in the rates, and guests have a wide range of choices including the Grand Restaurant, a romantic vaulted space, with a menu of international cuisine, the K Restaurant by star chef Mauro Colagreco, and Peruvian cuisine at Sunny Bar. The Kulm Spa features a saltwater grotto, indoor-outdoor pool, and top-notch fitness center (complete with inspired views).

Chic nature-inspired rooms offer great value and a fantastic view from floor-to-ceiling windows to the surrounding mountains. Located in a shopping, entertainment, and office high-rise complex—fantastic if traveling by car—the hotel is located directly off of the motorway, yet connected to the town center by bus within 5 to 7 minutes. It's a practical starting point for day trips to Arosa, Lenzerheide, Heidiland, Flims Laax, or the Via Mala, all within an hour's drive or train ride.