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Riffelalp Resort 2222 m
Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland · Independent · Core Luxury
Alexander Seiler opened the Grand Hotel Riffelalp in 1884 as a summer house for European royalty at 2,222 metres above Zermatt. Fire took the main building in 1961; the resort came back between 1998 and 2000. Ski in from the Gornergrat line. The outdoor pool is billed as Europe's highest, Matterhorn in the frame. In summer, Europe's highest and shortest tram crawls the last metres.
- 72 rooms
- Opened 1884
- Neighborhood: Riffelalp
About Riffelalp Resort 2222 m
- Alexander Seiler opened the Grand Hotel Riffelalp in 1884 at 2,222 metres; European royalty summered here.
- Main building burned in 1961; rebuilt as the present resort between 1998 and 2000.
- Outdoor heated pool billed as Europe's highest, Matterhorn in the frame.
- The Riffelalp Tram is Europe's highest and shortest tramway (summer only); ski-in from the Gornergrat line.
History
Alexander Seiler inaugurated the Grand Hotel Riffelalp in 1884 as a high-alpine summer retreat for European royalty. Fire destroyed the main building in 1961. The house was rebuilt as Riffelalp Resort 2222 m between 1998 and 2000, renovated in 2016, with a spa expansion in 2023. Access is via the Gornergrat cog railway from Zermatt, then the Riffelalp Tram in summer: Europe's highest and shortest tramway. Ski-in, ski-out onto the Zermatt domain. The outdoor heated pool is cited as Europe's highest, with Matterhorn views. 72 rooms.
Restaurants and bars
- Ristorante Al Bosco — Restaurant
- Restaurant Alexandre — Restaurant
- Restaurant Walliserkeller — Restaurant
Experiences
- Ski-in & Ski-out — Step straight from the slopes into an alpine experience at the resort.
- Banquets and private celebrations — Charity events, birthdays and anniversaries in Restaurant Alexandre or the intimate Vinothek, with food and flowers arranged by the hotel.
- The Church events — Classical concerts and renowned performances, including during the annual Zermatt Festival in September, held in the hotel's church venue.
- Exclusive use buyout — Exclusive use of all 70 rooms and suites, the culinary offering and spa, with seasonal team building activities tailored to the programme.
Amenities
- Spa 2'222m featuring Europe's highest outdoor heated pool with Matterhorn views
- Direct ski-in/ski-out access to the world-renowned Zermatt ski area
- The Riffelalp Tram, Europe's highest and shortest tramway line (summer only)
- Gourmet dining at Restaurant Alexandre and the alpine-style Ristorante Al Bosco
- Exclusive transport via the Gornergrat cog railway from Zermatt village
- Wellness facilities including a fitness center, bowling alley, and billiards room
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Kids' club
- Wine cellar
- Pet-friendly
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