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In the shadow of the gorgeous Swiss Alps lies the stunning and charmingly authentic village of Andermatt. Andermatt is set in some of the most breath-taking natural enviroment that Switzerland has to offer. With glistening white alpine ski runs and accompanying mountain cable cars, miles upon miles of hiking trails, dramatic natural gorges, and historic bridges – this place holds so much variety! Selina Stager of the Switzerland Convention Bureau says that “Andermatt is her favourite place in Switzerland. A town full of beauty, amazing experiences, fresh air, and skiing!”. With so much to see and do in Andermatt we understand you might be wondering where to start, so here at Panoptic we’ve narrowed it down to our picks for the top 3 hotels in Andermatt to give you a starting point!
Radisson is a name synonymous with luxury, and why would it be any different in Andermatt? With sleek, modern furnishings, awe inspiring mountain views and attentive staff – you feel instantly comfortable in this hotel. The Radisson Blu Andermatt employs a unique fusion of traditional Swiss décor with Scandinavian design to create a trendy, luxurious feel.
The Radisson Blu boasts a great location, only a stone’s throw from most of the attractions that Andermatt has to offer – meaning that you’re never far from the action. This hotel is a fantastic place to base yourself during your time in the Alps. Go skiing or learn the legend of the Devil’s Bridge! If you work up an appetite from your exploring, then the Radisson Blu of course has you covered with their chic restaurant Spun or their plush drinks lounge Bärbar! Spun uses only the finest local produce to create a menu that reflects the unique mix of influences that make up Andermatt – French, Italian and Romansh influences are all present in their cooking!
The Radisson Blu boasts a great location, only a stone’s throw from most of the attractions that Andermatt has to offer – meaning that you’re never far from the action. This hotel is a fantastic place to base yourself during your time in the Alps. Go skiing or learn the legend of the Devil’s Bridge! If you work up an appetite from your exploring, then the Radisson Blu of course has you covered with their chic restaurant Spun or their plush drinks lounge Bärbar! Spun uses only the finest local produce to create a menu that reflects the unique mix of influences that make up Andermatt – French, Italian and Romansh influences are all present in their cooking!
Looking for sheer decadence? Look no further. The Chedi is a jaw-droppingly deluxe hotel found 1,447 meters above sea level. This exclusive hotel is highly rated, having received the best possible rating by the Forbes 2022 travel guide – placing it at the forefront of hotels in Europe! We promise this hotel is not to be missed.
Employing a fusion of traditional Swiss elements and Asian influences, this hotel has gorgeous interior décor! Entering the hotel transports you to a world somewhere between Switzerland and Tibet. Think furs, gongs and a chalet style venue.
Looking for truly unique experiences? The hotel boasts an award-winning golf course, it is a gorgeous green fairway tucked in amongst the mountains! The Chedi offers incentive packages that allow you to make the most of this – featuring access to the perfectly maintained 18-hole golf course, a decadent post golf massage at their amazing spa and a four-course dinner in their luxury restaurants.
Fancy skipping golf and heading straight to the spa? Who could blame you! This spa is truly, truly luxurious. With Eastern inspired spa treatments, aromatherapy, Thai-massage and an outdoor pool that allows you to soak in the mountain views, quite literally – what’s not to love?
3. La Claustra
Looking for something completely different? We think this might be what you’re after. La Claustra is a hotel run out of an old artillery bunker lying under Gotthard Pass. La Claustra asks you to break away from everyday life and immerse yourself in the subterranean.
La Claustra is an interesting place to hold an event, completely secluded away from the constant barrage of everyday life, tucked away underground in the Swiss Alps – this venue is the perfect place to encourage mindful working! A unique and unforgettable pick for a retreat to recentre and recharge.
Being secluded however is not all La Claustra has to offer – have we mentioned that it is absolutely stunning? A historic façade of the former artillery bunker gives way to a fantastic interior, blending sleek design choices with the natural rock of the mountain. The hotel boasts individually designed cave rooms and a spa all under the rocks of the mountain!
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