the rex
Family-run, spa with pool, Matterhorn views, cozy bar
About this hotel
The family-run Hotel Rex is a welcoming retreat in Zermatt, conveniently located a ten-minute walk from the cable cars, making it easy to access the slopes. The exclusive spa area is a highlight, boasting an indoor pool, hot tub, two saunas, a steam bath, and a solarium, perfect for unwinding after a day in the mountains. All shops and restaurants in the village are within a short walk. The rooms and large suites are well-equipped, with some offering striking views of the Matterhorn. Guests can enjoy a drink by the open fireplace in the hotel bar, and a comprehensive breakfast buffet is served daily, ensuring a great start to each day.
- Exclusive spa area
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Matterhorn views (selected rooms)
- Hotel bar with fireplace
Our take
I recommend the rex to families and couples who want a family-run hotel with a proper spa in Zermatt. The exclusive spa area has an indoor pool, hot tub, saunas, steam bath and solarium, some rooms and suites have Matterhorn views, and the hotel bar has a fireplace. A daily breakfast buffet and free WiFi come with it. It is a 10-minute walk from the cable cars, not next to them.
- Take advantage of the exclusive spa area, especially the indoor pool, for post-ski relaxation.
- Enjoy a drink by the open fireplace in the hotel bar for a cozy evening.
- Walk to the cable cars in the morning; it's a pleasant stroll and keeps you active.
Why we love it
- Exclusive spa with indoor pool and hot tub
- Some rooms offer Matterhorn views
- Cozy hotel bar with an open fireplace
- Family-run atmosphere, close to village amenities
Why guests love itthe rex is family-run, and that warmth showed in how our kids were welcomed. The exclusive spa was the big draw: an indoor pool and hot tub for the children, plus saunas, steam bath and a solarium for us. The cable cars are about a ten-minute walk, fine for our family once we got into a rhythm. We got a room with a Matterhorn view, and evenings by the fireplace in the hotel bar were cosy.