Hotel Kernen
Rustic charm, mountain views, and close to the lifts
About this hotel
The Hotel Kernen sits in Schönried, a quieter spot just outside Gstaad, offering a genuine alpine experience. Rooms are furnished with a rustic elegance, most featuring balconies that open up to sweeping mountain vistas, perfect for a quiet morning coffee before hitting the slopes. While the hotel itself doesn't have a full spa, guests get reduced rates at a neighboring hotel's spa and pools, a smart way to unwind after a day on the snow. The location is a real draw for skiers, with the Horneggli and Rellerli cable cars only a short walk away, providing quick access to the slopes. For those who prefer cross-country skiing, the trails are easily accessible. The hotel also caters to families with ski school options nearby and a dedicated ski storage area, ensuring gear is kept safe and ready for the next day.
- Spa & wellness access
- Pool & jacuzzi access
- Family ski friendly
- Ski storage
- Cross-country skiing
Our take
Hotel Kernen is a three-star in Schönried, near Gstaad, with rustic-elegant rooms that have balconies and mountain views. Guests get discounted access to a neighbouring spa with pools, and there is ski storage. The Horneggli and Rellerli cable cars are a few minutes' walk away, and cross-country skiing is close. A 9.1 from nearly 500 reviews is strong. I would choose it for families who want lifts on foot and a quieter village than Gstaad.
- Take advantage of the discounted spa access at the neighboring hotel for a relaxing evening after skiing.
- Walk to the Horneggli or Rellerli cable cars each morning; it's only a few minutes and gets you on the slopes quickly.
- If you're into cross-country, ask the hotel for the best routes, as they are easily accessible from here.
Why we love it
- Rooms with balconies and mountain views
- Short walk to Horneggli and Rellerli cable cars
- Discounted access to a nearby spa and pools
- Ideal for family ski trips and cross-country
Why guests love itIn 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.