Hotel Schönegg

  • Switzerland, Zermatt

  • 4.5

    4.5 Rating

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The Schönegg is a popular and beautifully furnished superior chalet-style hotel, with ornate décor throughout and incredible views across Zermatt towards the Matterhorn. Part of the Relais & Chateaux portfolio, the association has 580 unique hotels and restaurants across the globe who are passionate about providing excellent service, high quality cuisine and long lasting impressions, while preserving local heritage and the surrounding environment.  The hotel is well known locally for its restaurant and high standard of cuisine. 

Great location

Set on the hillside above the resort of Zermatt, the Hotel Schonegg has fantastic views of the Matterhorn which can be enjoyed from the public areas and many of the south facing hotel rooms, and when the conditions are right, you can ski straight back to the door. Hop on the Schönegg-Express - an elevator and tunnel in the mountain, to access the village centre and the Sunnegga lift station, from here you have access to 360  kilometres of slopes.

Fantastic food

The award winning Restaurant Saveurs has been awarded 14 Gault Millau points for its high quality service and cuisine. Each morning an extensive alpine buffet breakfast with a range of local products is served, including a range of hot and cold options. In the evening, enjoy a four course fine dining meal created by resident chef Reinhold Wrobel. The menu represents authentic regional cuisine, with the use of fresh local produce. Uncorked is an intimate and cosy bistro style restaurant, with over 80 regional wines and freshly prepared light bites, it is a lovely spot to admire views of the Matterhorn with friends and family.

Unwind and relax

The hotel has a traditional alpine style with natural wood and stone used throughout, each room varies in style and design, creating a warm and cosy retreat after a day of skiing. The hotel features a residence only spa, featuring two whirlpools, a Finnish sauna and steam room, plus a relaxation area with waterbeds and a Kneipp basin. For the ultimate treat, a massage will round off your well-being experience - Inghams guests staying at the hotel recieve a 10% discount on the first massage. When the weather is nice, the Infinity Terrace is a great spot to enjoy a drink and light bite with wonderful views of the Matterhorn, and when the sun goes down you can move into the cosy bar area for an après drink or nightcap. 

Added value

10% off first massage treatment for Inghams guests

Free use of swimming pool at adjacent Hotel Alpenroyal

Zermatt

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.

Skiing and Snowboarding in Zermatt

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, opening 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.

Where to stay in Zermatt

We offer a variety of hotels and apartments in Zermatt in excellent locations in the village, with convenient access to the slopes, making it extremely easy to get onto this world-renowned ski area. With a choice of half board and self catered options you'll have the opportunity to enjoy some

Bars and restaurants in Zermatt 

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. 

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Zermatt

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, bed and breakfast, half board. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

Short on time but big on adventure?

Our flexible short ski breaks in Switzerland have you covered! Hit the slopes for as long or as short as you like. Design your perfect Swiss ski getaway! Choose your duration, departure day, hotel, and resort. Fly from your preferred airport and customize your trip with extras like ski hire and lift passes.​

​The choice is yours, flexible durations available in 10 resorts and 34 hotels across Switzerland.

Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 360 km
Runs 75 220 63
Longest run 0 Km
Snowparks
Lifts Drag lifts 0, Chairlifts 0, Cablecars 0
Slope direction
Ski/resort bus False
Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 48
  • No. of buildings: 2
  • No. of floors: 5

Annexes

  • Two interconnected wings
  • Official rating: 4.5

Local Fees and Taxes

Resort tax (pay locally)

  • Adults: CHF 4.00 per person, per day.
  • Children (9-15 years) CHF 2.00 per person, per day. Under 9's free of charge.

Rooms

Double Charme Bedrooms are around 19and sleep two people. They're traditionally furnished and have views of the village or the forest. They are also available for sole occupancy.

Room facilities

  • Wi-Fi
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Safe
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobe and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries
  • Bathroom with bath with showerhead attachment
  • Kettle

Accessibility

The Hotel Schonegg is a multi-story property with an accessible lift to all floors, the communal areas and Saveurs restaurant are accessible to reduced mobility guests. There is one junior suite that is fully adapted.

  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • Access ramp: No

The Hotel Shonegg is located up a hill but accessed via a lift from village level, within the building - maximum width of lift 80cms. 

 

Longitude: 7.9218
Latitude: 46.6072

  • Guests benefit from its prime location just above Zermatt, reached with ease in 30 seconds via a lift from village level.
  • Just 3 minutes' walk (300 metres) to the Sunnegga lift
  • Five minutes walk(500 metres) to the village centre
  • Ski back to the hotel, conditions permitting
  • The new terrace and restaurant both offer a stunning vista and are the perfect places to switch off and socialise
  • Apre ski is on the infinity terrace 
  • Ski bus stop is 100 metres via the resort lift
Facilities
  • 'Wellness area' with whirlpool, Turkish bath, sauna, and 'experience showers' (free)
  • Free use of the Hotel Alpenroyal swimming pool for hotel residents
  • Beauty treatments and massages (pay locally) - Inghams guests staying at the property receive a 10% discount on their first massage.
  • Cosy lounge with open fireplace and pianist from 19.30 daily 
  • New terrace and restaurant/bar 'Uncorked' with panoramic windows and views of the Matterhorn (weather permitting)
  • Beautifully decorated dining room with Matterhorn views
  • Award-winning à la carte restaurant featured in the popular BBC1 series The Night Manager, a pianist plays most evenings
  • Ski storage with boot heating facility
  • Wi-Fi throughout (free)
  • Lift
  • Baby listening can be arranged on request
Meals

The Hotel Schonegg is on a half board basis. 

Every morning you can enjoy a varied hot and cold breakfast buffet. When you have returned from a day of skiing, make your way to the restaurant Saveurs where you can enjoy a four course evening meal which includes a daily salad buffet served with fantastic views of the nearby Matterhorn - the menu is inspired by regional cuisine and is prepared with fresh and local produce.

A vegetarian option is available each day, it may be the same option over multiple days however the kitchen team are more than happy to offer an alternative to this. Please speak to the restaurant team about the vegetarian options available to you. 

The hotel has a lovely bistro-style restaurant, enjoy a glass of wine and a light bite with incredible views of the Matterhorn. Open for lunch and dinner, pay locally.

Christmas and New Year gala dinners included

  • No of restaurants: 2

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Gluten Free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

The Hotel Schonegg can cater for special dietary requirements (vegetarians, vegans, gluten free and dairy free diets). Please inform us of any dietary requirements you have at the time of booking. 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.

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Total price from
£3376
per person from £1688
Includes £250pp discount
04/01/2025 - 7 nights
2 adults
From Edinburgh
Half Board
Hotel Schonegg
Zermatt
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