Best Hotels In Zermatt - Altitude Ski and Snowboard School in Zermatt

Best Hotels In Zermatt

When booking your ski holiday to Zermatt, there are a host of fantastic hotels to choose from. Zermatt is not huge or too hard to find your way around however it is a car free village so it is worth bearing in mind the location of your accommodation from the slopes and bard etc.

There are some great hotel choices that avoid walking too much in ski boots with skis on your shoulder, and closeby to the shops, and the restaurants.

If you like to stay close to the ski lifts, booking somewhere around the Sunnega lift station is a superb location, especially for beginners to start at.

Hotel Cervo is directly located at the bottom of the red slope from Sunnega and provides a wonderful boutique hotel to stay at.

Other options amongst many others are Hotel National, Wellness Hotel Alpenhof, Hotel Mama Zermatt, Hotel Schönegg or Christiania. All of these hotels are just a few steps from the Sunnega lift station.

Another lift station on the other side of Zermatt is the Matterhorn Express and there are even more hotels for you to choose from here.

Some we love are Hotel Matterhorn Focus, Ari Resort Apartments, Hotel Firefly or on the lower street, Hotel Coeur des Alpes or 22 Summits.

If you prefer to stay in the town centre, where the most convenient method to the lifts is by taxi, have a look at these wonderful 5 star hotels – Zermatterhof and Mont Cervin Palace, Hotel Monte Rosa or Hotel Schweizerhof which are directly on the Bahnhofstrasse (the main street).

Alternative options are the Backstage Hotel, Le Petite Cervin or Hotel Alex.

If you are happy a little bit further away from the centre but still in a lovely location, Boutique Hotel Matthioll is worth a look too.

For those who are looking for high-end accommodation and service, check out the numerous chalets which are available in Zermatt. Some of them are located above the town and offer the best views of the Matterhorn.

Check out more skiing tips and Zermatt resort information in our blue blog.

Level 1 (complete beginners)

  • No skiing or snowboarding experience is required.
  • Don’t worry, everyone has to start at the beginning.

 

Level 2

Level 2 (intermediate beginners)

  • Be able to use the magic carpet and handle tow on the nursery slopes.
  • Some control of speed and direction.

 

Level 3

Level 3 (advanced beginners)

  • Ride all lifts on the nursery and easy slopes.
  • Be able to control speed using turns.

 

Level 4

Level 4 (intermediate)

  • Confident on blue runs, turning comfortably.
  • Skiers should have their skis parallel some of the time.
  • Snowboarders should be confident on both heel and toe side turns.

 

Level 5

Level 5 (intermediate advanced)

  • Confident on red runs when conditions are good.
  • Feel challenged by ice, moguls or deep snow.

 

Level 6

Level 6 (advanced)

  • Confident with red runs in all conditions, get down most black runs.
  • Looking to improve in moguls, off-piste or carving.

 

Level 7

Level 7 (expert)

  • Confident on blacks and be able to safely get down itinerary routes.
  • Working on improving skills and speed in carving, moguls or powder.
  • Be waiting to improve jumps and tricks in the freestyle park.

 

What languages are the lessons taught in?

The main language is English, however if possible we will try to match the instructor to the languages that you speak. Many of our instructors also speak second languages.

Where do groups meet?

Meeting point is at the top of Sunnegga.  Sunnegga is at the northern end of the village at the level of the river.  The meeting point is located at the top of sunnegga lift. 

Important information for parents

Important information about the material to be brought from home, come prepared!

  • Sun cream and lip protector
  • Goggles / glasses that provide adequate UV protection
  • Money for a drink, chocolate etc.
  • Appropriate clothing and gloves
  • Protective helmets
  • Correct fitting skis and boots

Parents must inform the instructor and school prior to any session of any medical conditions or special needs. We do expect any children on any lesson to be able to use the toilet unassisted.