Gstaad, Switzerland
Hotel Olden
Storied chalet inn
Storied chalet inn
This historic tavern operates as an intimate village inn, welcoming regulars for long lunches and lively après-ski drinks along the Promenade.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Glitz and glamour have become synonymous with Gstaad, the Swiss ski resort beloved by A-list celebrities. But at Hotel Olden luxury is on the quieter side.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front doors open onto Gstaad's pedestrian Promenade, surrounded by traditional chalets and village boutiques.
The rooms
Bedrooms have rustic timber beams and painted Alpine motifs. Working fireplaces warm selected chalet suites.
Le Restaurant
Tables dressed in embroidered linens sit beside wood-framed windows. The kitchen prepares Mediterranean cooking and house penne à la vodka.
Restaurant Pinte
Carved wooden chairs surround a central stone fireplace in this timber-paneled tavern, welcoming guests for après-ski dinners and drinks.
At the table
Rustic wall sconces light the wood-beamed cellar dining room, where chefs prepare late-night Mediterranean meals.
How it began
Bernie Ecclestone frequented the dining room as a regular before buying the inn and modernizing its traditional chalet interiors.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.