8 Best Hotels in Graubünden, Switzerland

Housed inside a historical building originally designed in 1903 by Nicolaus Hartmann—who also designed the train station across the street—along with a striking new building right beside it, the Grace offers a touch of clean, contemporary luxury, with grand public spaces and views of the mountains and lake from the guest rooms. Within St. Moritz’s only five-star hotel open 365 days a year, all guest rooms, decorated in soothing greys and browns, feature king-size beds with Frette linens; expansive stone-and-marble bathrooms have double sinks and walk-in rain showers. Guests can choose from rooms either in the recently built Grace Wing, with floor-to-ceiling windows and air conditioning, or the renovated Art Deco La Margna Wing, which has a similar look but also includes bathtubs (though no AC); splurge on the Grace or La Margna terrace suites for outdoor spaces with magnificent views. The main Mediterranean restaurant, The View, stays open all year for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while during the winter season, The Stack serves up brasserie-style cuisine and The Max Moritz offers Swiss fine dining; N/5 – The Bar is worth visiting any time of year for inventive and seasonally changing cocktails in a convivial atmosphere. The spa features an indoor pool and whirlpool as well as two saunas and a steam bath, plus (since this is St. Moritz, after all) a fine selection of ultra-pampering treatments including massages, body wraps, and facials. There’s also a cute, well-stocked kids’ club for tots ages 3 and up.

With three interconnected hotels, seven restaurants, four bars, its own private wellness area, and a direct connection to the Tamina Therme thermal spa complex—not to mention a huge park and stunning mountain views—this superlative resort offers a little something for everyone. The Grand Hotel Quellenhof features spacious, luxe rooms with walnut parquet floors, touches of modern art, and balconies overlooking the lovely green space in front of the property. Spacious bathrooms use natural stone; showers sparkle with gold tiles. The Grand Hotel Hof Ragaz has a more traditional style, while the Spa Suites feature their own private spa areas with whirlpool bath, sauna, and steam shower. Restaurants include Michelin-star options serving elegant Swiss cuisine, plus Asian and Mediterranean eateries. You can sample the waters at the gorgeous and historic Helena Bath indoor pool, dating from the 19th century—exclusively for hotel guests' use—or take a dip in the outdoor Garden Pool. There’s also a small spa with whirlpool, steam room, and sauna; 8- and 9-hole golf courses; minigolf; and substantial 24-hour gym. Aside from all that, hotel guests also have free access to the adjacent (and enormous) Tamina Therme. Kids won’t feel left out either, with the Children’s Villa kids’ club, plus their very own spa area.

In a typical chalet-style building, this hotel is perfectly located right by the children's and beginners' slope, and the cross-country ski track; in addition, the Parsenn funicular is only a few minutes' walk away. Guest rooms in the main building are small, and some have showers instead of a tub. Larger, more expensive rooms are in an annex, connected to the hotel by an underground passage, where you will also find the spa including saunas, a steam room, and a relaxation area, along with a fitness room. There's also a good-size garden with a children's play area and large sun terrace.

Set in the town center, this pleasant (if worn) 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.

Its generic chalet facade gives no hint at the charm inside this stylish Alpine-theme hotel near the Landquart River; not only do the spacious rooms have working fireplaces, deep soaking tubs, and balconies, but the basement spa also invites lingering with a full-size pool, saunas, and even a unique Himalayan salt room. Rooms include wooden finishes and plaid furnishings, and all have balconies overlooking the village or the mountains; if you’re traveling with family or friends, studios and apartments come with kitchenettes and ample space for four to six guests. Bär’s Restaurant serves up local dishes blended with international flavors, like zander (pike perch) ceviche with a basil-gin marinade, and the attached Grizzly’s Bar is a popular après-ski hangout. Not only does the lovely spa include a swimming pool, whirlpool, saunas, and a steam room, but there’s also a good-size gym, and massages are on offer (with advance booking) to soothe aching muscles after a long day of outdoor activity.

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 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.

For an appealing mix of traditional and modern in a central city location, the Hotel Belvédère provides old-fashioned Swiss charm in its woodsy guest rooms and a more contemporary look in its inviting public spaces. The enormous white building is conveniently above the main street, though a handy shuttle service also takes guests to and from the train station. Guest rooms are decorated in warm tones; all rooms at the front of the hotel have south-facing balconies with town and mountain views. The bar and lounge area, with beautiful carved ceilings, has thoroughly modern and comfy furniture and a cozy fireplace that invites lingering; the formal restaurant, which serves international cuisine, has been spruced up with hip lighting and cool colors, but retains its elegant character. If it's cold outside, the murals of tropical birds and plants around the indoor pool provide a comforting illusion.