Tschiertschen, Switzerland
The Alpina Mountain Resort & Spa
Belle Époque mountain lodge
Tschiertschen, Switzerland
Renovated
2015
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Wellness LuxeOutside the door
Belle Époque mountain lodge
A restored 1897 inn where mountain days end beside the hearth or over dinner in the glass winter garden.
What it’s good at
Notable
A restored 1897 Belle Époque lodge retaining original timberwork and a panoramic veranda.
Notable
An outdoor whirlpool heated to thirty-eight degrees faces the Weisshorn above Tschiertschen.
Listed
Nineteenth-century alpine elegance fully modernized, with winter shuttles down the valley to Chur.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Following a major overhaul, this venerable old 19C hotel is now fully modernised but remains full of charm: upmarket, chic and extremely comfortable.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Tschiertschen is a quiet mountain village perched ten kilometres above Chur, with ski slopes and trails beginning right outside.
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The rooms
Rooms pair crisp modern finishes with alpine timber, with views opening over the village roofs and surrounding peaks.
The spa
Wood-lined saunas and a steam room sit beside stone footbaths. Outside, a warm whirlpool looks out toward snow-dusted pines.
At the table
Regional Grisons dishes arrive at tables looking out toward the peaks. Later, drinks are served beside the lounge fireplace.
How it began
Christian Hold built the lodge in 1897, drawing early mountaineers to Tschiertschen during the Belle Époque alpine boom.
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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.