Hotels in Gstaad

Staying at this landmark hotel on the hill above Gstaad was a once-in-a-while treat, and the panoramic views of the Swiss Alps were breathtaking from the start. The ski school made organising lessons for the kids effortless, and ski storage kept everything in order. Afternoons were spent between the pool and jacuzzi, with the spa for us. It's grand, yet the children felt genuinely welcome throughout.

Our mountain-view suite had its own fireplace and private terrace, and it felt more like a luxurious home than a hotel room. Gstaad's ski lifts and town centre were only moments away, so the kids could get to ski school easily. Ski storage kept the suite clutter-free. Afternoons were for the pool and spa, and evenings by our own fire. It suited our family perfectly and would be just as good for a couple.

Le Grand Chalet is the chalet-style hotel I recommend in Gstaad for families and couples who want panoramic views and a calm setting on a small hill above the village centre. The gourmet restaurant is a reason in itself to stay, the wellness area covers the end of the day, and ski storage is designed with families in mind. My advice: choose it for the views and the dining, and allow a short trip down to the centre and the lifts.

This charming, traditional boutique hotel sits right in Gstaad's pedestrian zone, so we stepped out straight into the village and its buzz. The ski schools and family-friendly slopes were easy to reach, and the ski storage kept our gear organised. Our room was elegant and comfortable. The restaurant was a real treat, with Mediterranean cooking, and it's clearly a meeting point for locals, which gave evenings a lively, friendly feel.

This hotel delivered a luxurious alpine experience without ever feeling stiff with children. The ski school made lessons easy to arrange, and ski storage took the morning chaos away. The kids loved the pool and jacuzzi after skiing, while we disappeared into the spa and wellness centre for an hour. Evenings by the cosy fireplace felt like proper chalet life. It worked equally well for family time and a little romance.

ERMITAGE Wellness- & Spa-Hotel is a five-star in Schönried, just outside Gstaad, and I recommend it to families who want a large spa to fill the hours off the slopes. Indoor and outdoor pools suit children, while a hot tub and several saunas are there for parents. Rooms have seating areas, minibars and balconies with panoramic mountain views. Half-board is available, which takes dinner planning off the table, and ski storage is provided. Guests rate it 9.3.

In Rougemont, right next to the train station, arriving with luggage and kids was effortless, and La Videmanette ski lift is just 300 metres away. Our mountain-view room was comfortable and peaceful, and the ski room kept everyone's gear sorted. The on-site restaurant was a highlight, serving local cuisine that we enjoyed most evenings. It's a lovely spot for couples too, quiet and very welcoming.

Everything we needed for the slopes was right on site: we hired equipment and bought ski passes without leaving the hotel, which saved our first morning. Our family room had a balcony with mountain views and enough space for everyone. Ski storage kept the room tidy, and after skiing we took turns in the sauna and the fitness centre. Practical, comfortable and very easy with kids.

Hotel Arc-en-ciel is the Gstaad address I recommend to families and couples who want a quiet chalet-style base right next to the Eggli cable car. The car-free village centre is close, yet the hotel keeps a calmer feel. A private spa with sauna and steam bath covers recovery after skiing, rooms look out over the mountains, and ski storage keeps gear out of the way. My advice: choose it for the cable car on the doorstep rather than for nightlife.

In Schönried, the Horneggli and Rellerli cable cars were just a few minutes' walk away, which made ski days with the kids very manageable. Our rustic-elegant room had a balcony and mountain views. The hotel has no pool itself, but we got discounted access to the neighbouring spa, where the children loved the pools and we enjoyed the jacuzzi. Ski storage was handy, and my partner made the most of the cross-country trails.

A supervised Tree House Club, the pools of the Six Senses Spa and a cinema for the evening make the Alpina work for families who want a real hotel around the ski days rather than a ski hotel. The Wispile nearby has the gentle slopes that beginners need. Every room and suite has a balcony or terrace, and some have a fireplace. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10, though on only 36 reviews. The limits are clear: the slopes start a short walk away, not at the door, and the bigger Gstaad sectors and Glacier 3000 need a bus or car.

Skiing back to the door was a joy with children, and our family room had a balcony with mountain views they woke up excited about. The indoor and outdoor play areas were a lifesaver on bad-weather afternoons and kept the kids entertained while we relaxed. The sauna in the wellness area was a nice warm-up after skiing, and the restaurant and bar made evenings easy without leaving the hotel.

The higher altitude in Gstaad-Saanenland gave us crisp air and great snow, and our south-facing room had a balcony soaking up the sun with mountain views. The kids loved the hot tub after skiing, and we booked a massage one afternoon while they rested. Ski storage kept things tidy. Dinner at the gourmet Azalée was a special night for us, while the second restaurant was perfect for relaxed family meals.

Our family room had a private bathroom and a balcony with mountain views, comfortable for all four of us without feeling cramped. The ski storage facility made mornings easy, and the sun terrace was where we warmed up with a drink after skiing. The restaurant and bar kept dinners simple when the kids were too tired to go out. Free WiFi helped, and in warmer months there's walking and cycling nearby too.

This chalet-style hotel sits in the centre of Gstaad close to the lifts, so mornings with the kids were refreshingly simple. We arrived by train and the free shuttle from the station saved us dragging luggage through the snow. Our room had natural wooden furniture that felt warm and cosy. The sauna and steam bath were our end-of-day treat, and with two restaurants on site, nobody had to go far for dinner.

Our Alpine-style room had a balcony with mountain views and real character, and the fireplace downstairs made evenings feel cosy. The Vidmanette ski lift is 800 metres away, a manageable walk or a quick hop for the family. After skiing, the indoor pool kept the kids busy while we enjoyed the spa and wellness centre. Ski storage kept everything orderly. A comfortable, relaxed base for a family ski week.

Built in 2013, this modern chalet hotel in Saanen felt fresh and bright, and our spacious room had a balcony with mountain views. The kids headed straight for the indoor pool after skiing, while we unwound in the spa. Evenings in the lounge by the fireplace were a family favourite, and the restaurant's Swiss cooking hit the spot after cold days. Ski storage kept everything tidy and easy.

Right next to Saanenmöser train station, this hotel made arriving easy, and free garage parking was a bonus when we did drive. Our balcony had panoramic mountain views that the kids loved at sunset. The 1000 m² spa was a highlight: the children splashed in the indoor pool while we took turns in the steam bath and sauna. Ski storage kept things organised, and the atmosphere suited both family time and a bit of romance.

The warm, relaxed atmosphere was exactly what we hoped for, and the Saanenland setting felt peaceful. Having a ski school on hand made lessons simple to organise, and the ski storage kept boots and skis out of the room. Our mountain-view room was comfortable. The heated indoor pool was the kids' daily highlight, the spa was ours, and we finished most evenings gathered by the fireplace.

This simple, friendly hotel was perfect for our family. Skiing right back to the door saved a lot of effort with small children, and our family room had mountain views and modern comforts. On a snowy afternoon the indoor play area was a lifesaver, and on sunny days the kids ran around the garden while we sat on the sun terrace. The restaurant made dinners easy, and the minimarket was handy for snacks.

Staying in Gstaad's oldest hotel, right in the pedestrianised village centre, gave our trip a lovely sense of history. The Alpine-style wooden furniture in our room felt authentically Swiss and cosy. We loved the two restaurants serving Swiss specialities, and the kids now ask for rösti at home. The ski storage kept mornings organised, and the spa and wellness area was a peaceful way to end each day.

Hotel Alphorn is the Gstaad hotel I recommend to skiing families: the ski school is right behind the hotel, and the Wispile and Eggli cable cars are close by. The chalet-style house has mountain-view rooms, ski storage and a wellness area with sauna, steam bath and whirlpool for tired legs after a day on the slopes. Rated 8.6 from 345 reviews, it is a practical way to enjoy Gstaad's slopes with children without long transfers each morning.

Being in Gstaad's pedestrian zone meant the kids could wander safely and we never needed the car. Our spacious room had a balcony, plenty of space for a family. With four restaurants on site, everyone found something they liked, which made dinners stress-free. The spa was our afternoon ritual: the children loved the indoor pool, and we slipped into the jacuzzi. Ski storage kept the mornings efficient.

On Gstaad's central promenade, we were a short walk from the cable cars and lifts, which made ski days with the kids easy. Our rustic room was comfortable and unfussy. The restaurant's mix of Swiss and Italian cooking meant pizza for the kids and local dishes for us, everyone happy. The winter garden was a cosy spot for afternoon drinks, and ski storage kept gear out of the room. Good value in a pricey resort.

Staying in Saanen, just 2 km from Gstaad, gave us a quieter village feel while keeping the ski schools within easy reach. Our country-style room had mountain views and felt warm and homely. The ski storage meant no wet gear in the room, and the restaurant's Swiss specialities were a hit: the kids discovered rösti and we loved a cheese fondue night. It managed to feel romantic for us and relaxed for the children.

Close to the Eggli-La Videmanette ski area, this family-friendly hotel was an easy, unpretentious base for our week. Our mountain-view room was comfortable, and the ski storage kept boots and skis out of the way. Evenings by the fireplace in the cosy bar became our favourite moment, with hot chocolate for the kids and a glass of wine for us. Free WiFi in the public areas helped with planning the next day.