With its snow-capped mountains, tranquil lakes and quaint villages, Switzerland is among the most romantic travel destinations in the world. It's a location where luxury and scenic beauty meet to create the perfect setting for romance. Here are 7 hotels in Switzerland that offer the ideal surroundings for an unforgettable couples' getaway, whether your goal is to unwind in luxury or go on an adventure together.
Constructed in 1896, this iconic luxury hotel is open seasonally and provides views of the surrounding Swiss Alps and Lake Saint Moritz. The train and cable car stations are a six-minute walk away, while Engadin Airport is seven kilometres away. The stylish rooms come equipped with minibars, flat screens, Wi-Fi and butler service. Balconies with views of the lake or mountains are added to upgraded rooms. In addition to living areas, some suites contain grand pianos and jacuzzis. A pizzeria, a sophisticated bar and several formal restaurants are available for dining. There's an ice rink, tennis courts, a gym, and a worldclass spa with both indoor and outdoor pools. Transfers via rail and airport are accessible.
Address: Via Serlas 27, 7500 St. Moritz
This luxurious hotel is housed in a majestic 1899 structure with views of Lake Zürich and the Alps. The closest cable stop is a four-minute walk away, while the Kunsthaus Zürich art gallery is 2.3 kilometres away. Free Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs and marble baths are features of refined rooms. Suites come with whirlpool tubs, and upgraded rooms provide balconies and views of the lake or mountains. Some suites have balconies and saunas, while others have sitting areas and butler service. The hotel features a lounge, a bar with live piano music, two restaurants, and a seasonal dining terrace. The spa provides beauty treatments, a gym and an indoor pool. There is a free shuttle to Zürich's downtown.
Address: Kurhausstrasse 65, 8032 Zürich
Located 24 kilometres from Lucerne train station, this luxurious property on the foothills of Bürgenstock mountain is housed in an art nouveau mansion that was constructed in 1905 and has a view of Lake Lucerne. The elegant rooms have flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, coffee makers, free minibars and balconies with views of the lake or mountains. Some suites also have fireplaces. There is a kitchen and a conference room in a casual one-bedroom home. There is a lounge with a fireplace and an expensive dining establishment. In addition to all of this, there are hiking paths, a play area, a spa, a gym, and indoor and outdoor pools. Free parking, breakfast and bike rentals are available.
Address: Honegg, 6373 Ennetbürgen
Situated four kilometres from Le Golf Club de Crans-sur-Sierre and three kilometres from the Crans ski lift, this opulent chalet hotel offers views of the mountain forests and Valais Alps. The rustic-chic rooms have jacuzzi tubs, minibars, Nespresso machines, free Wi-Fi and flat screen TVs with views of the Alps. Suites have living areas, and upgraded rooms have balconies and/or fireplaces. Kitchens only feature in the luxurious apartments.
Parking here is free. There's a fancy restaurant with views of the mountains and a heated deck. A wine bar and cigar lounge are among the extra features, along with a spa featuring indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and a gym.
Address: Chem. du Mont-Blanc 1, 3963 Crans-Montana
This magnificent 1861 hotel is located across the street from Lake Lausanne, just a four-minute walk from a metro station and a nine-minute walk from the Olympic Museum. The spacious, tastefully decorated rooms have flat screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The majority have balconies with views of the lake and/or whirlpool spas. Living rooms are included in suites; more expensive suites come equipped with iPads and Nespresso machines. Some have spas or kitchens.
There's a bistro with a deck, a Japanese restaurant and a highly acclaimed restaurant. Live music is a typical feature of the hip bar here. In addition to all of this, there are indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a gym, and tennis courts.
Address: Chem. de Beau-Rivage 21, 1006 Lausanne
This luxurious resort is tucked away in the Alps, close to the Nätschen ski lift and the Andermatt train station. The lavish rooms, which include wood, leather and stone components, come equipped with iPads, DVD players, flat screen TVs, minibars and free Wi-Fi. Upgrades include jacuzzi tubs and/or views of the mountains, and suites come with seating areas. Room service is available.
There's a Japanese restaurant, a wine/cigar library, and a fancy restaurant with European and Asian cuisine. The spa section features a sauna, yoga and a fitness centre. Additional facilities include an indoor lap pool with views of the mountains, a lobby bar with a fireplace and an outdoor area with fireplaces.
Address: Gotthardstrasse 4, 6490 Andermatt
Situated close to ski slopes, this premium resort in the Swiss Alps is a 15-minute walk from the Matterhorn Museum-Zermatlantis and a kilometre from Zermatt train station. Sophisticated bedrooms provide flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and balconies overlooking the mountains. Nespresso machines and/or minibars are features in upgraded rooms. Living areas are available in upscale suites. Some have private saunas, kitchenettes and/or fireplaces.
Ski-in bars on mountaintop terraces and an Italian restaurant are among the dining options. Additional facilities include a gym, a climbing wall, hot springs and a high-end spa. There are complementary breakfast options as well.
Address: Riedweg 156, 3920 Zermatt