11 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.

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.

Although many Swiss hoteliers can claim a second generation of family ownership, this hidden treasure boasts 500 years under the Pazeller family's care, who have preserved the bulging, sgraffitied stucco exterior and modernized much of what's behind the magnificently carved Arvenholz wood door. Now part of the Relais & Châteaux group, it started as a farm, then supplied provisions to builders of Tarasp Castle, which looms above. Each room varies a bit—a canopy bed here, an antique trunk there—and the attention to detail is stunning. The highly regarded on-site restaurant offers a wide range of sophisticated local and international dishes. The Grecian-inspired wellness area—with saunas and massage areas—provides ultimate relaxation.

Outside St. Moritz, with stupendous views of Piz Corvatsch and Silvaplana Lake, the thoroughly charming Suvretta House encourages visitors to take advantage of the private ski-in, ski-out access to the Corviglia slopes just outside the front door, to skate on the ice rink in winter, to try the clay tennis courts and driving range in summer—or just to lounge by the indoor pool or outdoor hot tub. The renovated lobby and guest rooms are airy, light, and bright, with modern fabrics, contemporary furnishings, and views to the lake and mountains. Jacket and tie (and no sneakers) are requested in the main dining room, or opt for a more casual Swiss meal in the informal Suvretta Stube; there are also two off-site mountain restaurants serving up traditional fare. Kids may never want to leave the Kiddy Club, open to children age three and older; it's staffed by trained kindergarten teachers and includes the Teddy Club kids-only restaurant.

Luxury seekers looking for a friendly vibe are in seventh heaven as they step into the welcoming environs of this mountainside hotel, which offers impressive amenities such as a wonderful spa and direct access to the ski slopes. The lobby, lounge, and bar are decked out with plush (though a tad dated) interiors, and the floor-to-ceiling windows and ample balconies envelop guests in the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and wooded pine slopes. Inside, individually designed guest rooms with leather headboards, vibrant fabric accents, and stucco ceilings are elegant; bathrooms are finished in local granite and marble. Europe's only hotel-operated private railway, the Tschuggen Express, enables guests to bypass long lift lines and travel from the hotel grounds to the center of the ski area in just 2½ minutes. At the Bergoase spa, the striking modernistic pools offer sensory serenity come rain, snow, or shine.

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.

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 floors 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.

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 welcoming family-run grand hotel, dating from 1907, highlights an appealing blend of contemporary style and old-fashioned charm. Guest rooms vary greatly in style and size, ranging from compact and rather sparse with no balcony to elaborately decorated with stunning views; all feature brightly colored fabrics. Note that not all rooms have been renovated; some are carpeted, and others don’t have separate showers, so be sure to ask if you want something specific. Restaurants range from the Grand Restaurant, in an elegant art deco style; the cozy Italian La Trattoria; and Gondolezza, which serves fondue and raclette in a former cable car cabin. Guests are welcome to use the Aqua Viva indoor pool and wellness center, which includes a sauna, steam bath, and whirlpool; the fitness center; three clay tennis courts; and mountain bikes—all free of charge. There’s also a heated ski storage room if you’re there to hit the slopes—as you should, since you’re surrounded by some of Switzerland’s best.