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You can’t get much closer to the slopes than Hotel National – the Sunnegga valley station is just 50 metres away, so you can grab your skis and be on the mountain in no time. It’s right in central Zermatt too, with most rooms offering a Matterhorn view from their balcony or terrace.
After skiing, head back to the hotel for a drink by the wood-burning fireplace or challenge your group to a board game. Then it’s time to slow things down in the spa, where you’ll find an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, with massages available too.
When you’re ready for dinner, the Restaurant National serves a changing four-course evening menu, freshly prepared à la carte dishes and Swiss cheese specialities. And with the train station just five minutes away, you’re perfectly placed to explore more of Zermatt too.
Soothing spa & relaxation
After a day of skiing, snowboarding or hiking, the spa and wellness centre is the perfect spot to unwind and relax. Take a dip in the pool, and then head to the adults only spa area to unwind the jacuzzi or relax in the sauna or fragrant steam bath. There is also a range of treatments and massages available to book for a moment of pure relaxation. If you still have energy to burn, there is also a fitness room with a range of machines and weights.
Lounge with fireplace
Warm up in front of the fire with a complimentary sweet treat and cup of coffee or enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail with friends and family after dinner. There is also a unsupervised kids corner with toys and a television. When the weather is nicer the terrace is open, and it is a great spot to marvel at the mountain and make the most of the winter sunshine.
Additional facilities
Located opposite the Sunnegga lift, the Hotel National has an enviable location in Zermatt. Keen skiers and snowboarders can start their day with ease, as the lift is less than 50 metres from the hotel, taking you up onto the fantastic slopes of Zermatt - and when you return for the day, there is a heated boot room where you can store your equipment. If you want to venture out, the resort centre is a short walk away where you can find a range of bars, cafes and restaurants, and souvenir shops selling trinkets so you can remember your Swiss trip.
Fuel up for the day at the breakfast buffet, where you have a continental offering including bread, pastries, meats and cheese, as well as additional hot options including eggs prepared to order. Served daily between 7-10.30am.
When you have returned from a day of exploring Zermatt, enjoy complimentary afternoon tea with tea and cake.
Each evening you will be treated to a four course evening meal inspired by Swiss cuisine served in the Restaurant National. The menu is prepared using local and seasonal produce, and includes Valais specialities, traditional Swiss meals and menus - you will have a choice of main dish including cheese fondue. The adjoining Stübli a la carte restaurant is also open to hotel guests, serving a range of Swiss specialities.
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements
Most allergies and dietary requirements can be catered for but we request that you contact us before booking, so we can confirm with the hotel.
Special diets are available on a request basis. Catering for dietary allergies will need to be checked before booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.
Board basis available: Half Board
Deluxe twin bedrooms are around 28m², sleeping two people, and have a south-facing balcony. These rooms can be used for sole occupancy at a supplement.
Matterhorn Deluxe twin bedrooms are around 28m², sleeping two people, and have a balcony with Matterhorn views.
Room facilities
Accessibility
The Hotel National has three steps at the hotel entrance, and an access ramp is available. The lift goes to the top floor for access to all Inghams contracted rooms - the hotel does have duplex rooms,, however these are not rooms we offer. Adapted rooms are not available.
Resort tax, payable locally
This property has earned its Inghams' Choice status through consistently high guest ratings and positive feedback. Carefully selected by our team, it's one of our most trusted places to stay, offering a quality holiday experience you can book with confidence.
Depart on: Any day, flexible durations are available
Arrive into: Zürich, Basel or Geneva, or Basel train station
Transfer time: 3 hours by coach or from 3 hours 45 mins to 4 hours by train
Fly to Zürich, Basel or Geneva:
Self-drive from the UK:
Self-drive packages from the UK are also available, with ferry crossings included. Please call our Ski Specialists for more information and to book.
We offer a flexible duration rail holiday to Zermatt, available to book online.
Trains are from London St Pancras to Zermatt via Paris, Lausanne and Visp.
Your resort Destination Expert will arrange any necessary transport from Zermatt station to your hotel.
The Zermatt ski area forms one of the highest and most scenic ski domains in the Alps, linking Zermatt with the Italian resort of Cervinia and Valtournenche. Known for its reliable snow conditions and iconic views of the Matterhorn, it offers an extensive, cross-border skiing experience suitable for all levels.
Even without its iconic Matterhorn, Zermatt would surely be one of the world’s top ski resorts. It has an excellent ski area at high-altitude, and the breath taking views of Europe’s most famous peak add an unbeatable and unique crowning glory. The village is car-free apart from electric cars and horse-drawn carriages. A regular free e-bus route runs between the railway station and the cable cars, making it easy to get on and off of the slopes each day. Just off the bustling Bahnhofstrasse you'll find quaint little streets, elegant boutiques, cosy bars and mouth-watering chocolate shops.
With direct access to the slopes in either direction from the village centre - you'll be on the mountain in no time! Travel via cable car, funicular or the famous Gornergrat mountain railway, which takes you on a spectacular ride up to 3089 metres, where you'll have the best views of the Gorner glacier. To reach the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, take the final stage of the 3S Gondola to Europe's highest mountain station at Klein Matterhorn 3883 metres. From the top, you can choose to ski over to Zermatt’s Italian neighbour, Cervinia, for the day on the International lift pass. If you're up for a challenge take on the Matterhorn Ski Safari - attempt to cover 10,000 – 12,000 metres of altitude without skiing the same slope or taking the same lift twice.
The new Matterhorn Alpine Crossing which opened in 2023, completes the continuous cable car link between Switzerland and Italy making it possible for non-skiers to travel between the two countries, as well as skiers in the winter.