Scout loves
- Spacious apartments which is a rarity in Zermatt.
- Perfect for families or larger groups.
- Bar 55, a small cosy wine bar with a billiards table, in the basement of the building.
- The wellness facility is fantastic.
- Some apartments have extra amenities such as Playstation.
Scout tips
- The hotel is walking distance to the ski lifts.
- Firefly hotel has one apartment that will sleep 10 to 12 guests, in 5 ½ bedrooms, with private whirlpool and suana. This is a bargain in Zermatt if you are a group of a dozen people, and worth booking in advance.
- There is no restaurant at the hotel but they serve breakfast in your room, (included in the room rates).
SCOUT REVIEW
Firefly is a unique hotel for a Switzerland ski resort snce it features all apartments, each with its own kitchen. So while it is a hotel, it is actually great for those who want a bit of flexibility and convenience to cook in for a few nights. It’s also perfect for larger groups of friends and families who like to kick back in their own private living space after a day on the slopes.
Firefly hotel is fairly new, being completed in December of 2008, and has suites or apartments that sleep anywhere from two to 12 people. The two person suite is 30 m2 and like the rest of the apartments features a small kitchen area. The suites that sleeps six and up feature fireplaces, balconies and living areas and some have Matterhorn views. The suites are all done in a modern style, each with themes that fall under one of the four elements: water, fire, air, and earth. The color palette of the suites follow the element themes, fire is red, water is blue, air is yellow, and earth is brown. The suites are done in a modern contemporary style, with some touches here and there that creates the feel of an alpine area. The largest of the suites is the Skylight Loft on the 6th floor, it is 250 m2, sleeps 10 to 12 people, and has a whirlpool, sauna and spectacular Matterhorn views.
There are some great facilities at Firefly, including a fabulous wellness area with an indoor pool, 3 saunas, a steam room and ice grotto. So if you're the type of person that likes to indulge in some luxurious wellness facilities, then this is a good choice. There is an excellent gym, probably one of the best in Zermatt, with a lot of different weights and equipment. There is a bar at the hotel, a cool, wine bar called Wine 55, which does serve up some excellent drinks and some of the best Prosecco champagne cocktails in Zermatt. There's a pool table and it's a funky, cool atmosphere to enjoy a couple drinks with your group and peruse the eclectic artworks on the wall.
Who should stay here
Firefly is great for families, big groups of friends, or couples, especially those who seek excellent wellness facilities and four star quality apartments. This hotel is a great option if you want a little more space, enjoy modern design and a bit of peace and quiet away from the center of Zermatt.
Location
Firefly Hotel is a three minute walk to the Matterhorn lift station, called the Matterhorn Glazier Paradise. It is about a ten to fifteen minute walk from downtown Zermatt, so you may want to consider this, especially because there is no restaurant for dinner at the hotel, and it's quite a walk into town for dinner.
- <10 min walk to lifts
About Zermatt
Set against the iconic Matterhorn, Switzerland’s Zermatt is one of the best ski resorts in the world combined with a picture perfect, happening village. Zermatt is a favorite of Scout clients for so many reasons.
Read more about Zermatt and other hotels in the area.
Hotel Amenities
- bar/lounge
- billiards or pool table
- dry cleaning/laundry service
- elevator/lift
- free wi-fi
- free breakfast
- front desk (limited hours)
- full-service spa
- health club
- indoor pool
- luggage storage
- pets allowed
- room service (limited hours)
- sauna
- ski storage
- smoke-free property
- steam room
- train station pickup (complimentary)
Available: This selection is currently available for this price. Once you submit an inquiry our agents will confirm your booking via email and send you an invoice for a deposit. You will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking.
On Request: Our agents need to confirm availability of this room. Once you submit a request we will endeavour to get back to you by the next business day to confirm availability (some properties may take longer). If prices are listed they are the exact prices for your dates, room selection and room occupancy. Where prices are not listed we will confirm the price when we confirm availability. In either instance, you are not committed to your selection until after we confirm availability and price. Once you agree to that confirmation, you will be sent an invoice and will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking. If your requested room is not available, we will present alternative options.
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