Hotel National

Even without its iconic Matterhorn, Zermatt would surely be one of the world’s top ski resorts. It boasts a huge ski area at high-altitude, and the breathtaking views of Europe’s most famous peak add an unbeatable and unique crowning glory. The skiing is accessible from the village centre in either direction, via cable car, funicular or the famous Gornergrat mountain railway, which takes you on a spectacular ride up to 3089m and rewards you with fantastic views of the Gorner glacier. The final stage of the 3S Gondola to the “Matterhorn Glacier Paradise” which is, in fact, the Klein Matterhorn or “Little Matterhorn”  is the highest in Europe. From the top, you can choose to ski over to Zermatt’s Italian neighbour, Cervinia, for the day on the International lift pass, or take on the challenge of the Matterhorn Ski Safari, where you cover 10,000 – 12,000m of altitude without skiing the same slope or taking the same lift twice! The charming village is car-free apart from electric carts and horse-drawn carriages and the quaint little streets offer a mix of elegant boutiques, cosy bars and mouth-watering chocolate shops. Zermatt is known for its excellent and plentiful mountain restaurants such as ‘Chez Vrony’ in the Sunnegga area, and for its lively and varied après-ski and nightlife. Don’t miss the museum!

Pre-bookable Lift Passes, Ski Hire & Tuition

Book your lift pass with us and we’ll give you 50% off equipment hire or carriage. See our Ski Bundle page for details. 

International Pass includes unlimited use of all lifts/trains in the Matterhorn ski paradise (Zermatt, Breuil-Cervinia, Valtournenche) as per operating hours. Local Pass includes Zermatt only (approx. Sfr45 per day for Cervinia extension). Beginners should book in resort for reduced prices. †Children 8.99yrs and under have a free lift pass- Wolli Card. Passport copy is required to obtain free Wolli Card when an accompanying adult or youth purchases a multiple-day pass.

Please see here for a description of hire categories.†Youth snowboard 10-15 yrs.

Please note adult and child lessons are supplied by different ski schools and can, therefore, have different meeting points. Tuition starts on Sundays; Group size is 3-6 guests. 

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing but may vary up or down; correct prices will be advised at the time of booking.

• Excellent location
• Renovated 400m² wellness area with spa, 2 saunas, steam room, whirlpool themed showers and relaxation room
• Fitness room
• Massage & Beauty treatments (pay locally)

• Swimming pool (indoor)
• Whirlpool (indoor)
• Sauna
• Spa

• Extensive hot and cold buffet breakfast
• 4 course evening meal with Swiss cuisine and choice of main dish and cheese fondue 
• Christmas and New Year gala meal included
• Complimentary afternoon tea time with tea & cake
• Fruit basket on arrival 

• No of restaurants: 1
• Dress code for restaurants:

  Informal

• Breakfast service:

  Full hot & cold breakfast buffet, with orange juice and fruit and veg juice

• Dinner service:

  Waiter

Board basis options available

• Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

• Diabetics - Insulin can be stored
• Gluten Free
• Vegetarians