Scout loves
- Some rooms have front and center, unobstructed views of the Matterhorn and the Mischabel mountain range
- The atmosphere here is friendly and staff efficient.
- A convenient location to Zermatt's restaurants and shops, and a short walk to the buses that will take you to the ski slopes.
Scout tips
- Use of sauna facilities are limited from 4pm to 8pm. There's a schedule for men only, women only, and mixed company.
- Use of the bathtub, jacuzzi and massage treatments are not free, but guests who have booked three days or more get one bathtub or Jacuzzi bath free of charge with their room.
- The hotel has no restaurant.
SCOUT REVIEW
Representing excellent value in the heart of Zermatt, Swiss Alpine Hotel Allalin is a great find for those who want a traditional style hotel, convenient to everything, and a room with the potential to have views of the Matterhorn, friendly service, and good facilities. The Hotel has undergone a recent refurbishment which has turned it from dated Swiss chalet style into a brighter, fresher, more modern hotel. Fortunately they have still retained the beautiful old wooden paneling which is a lovely reminder that you are in fact, in Switzerland. The downstairs lobby has a comfortable lounge, where you can sit back and enjoy a drink or two from the bar, and meet and mingle with other guests.
The rooms aren’t huge but they're certainly cozy, warm and inviting. They are decorated in a traditional style with wood paneling on the ceilings and have benefited from a recent remodeling giving them a fresh and modern feel. Half of the rooms on the south side, look to the Matterhorn, (which commands a premium price) while others look to the village of Zermatt or the Mountaineers Cemetry. A lot of the rooms have balconies. Downstairs, there's a restaurant that serves a fantastic buffet breakfast, which is included in the room rates.
The Swiss Alpine Hotel Allalin has an adequate wellness center, which includes a steam room, saunas, and private Jacuzzis and bathing rooms. The private Jacuzzis and bathtubs can be rented as part of the service, or if you're staying more than three nights, it is included for free. There are also massage facilities.
Who should stay here
We would recommend this for couples who are on a moderate budget, don't need anything too fancy but appreciate a four star hotel, that has a homely, family run, Swiss style bed & breakfast atmosphere.
Location
The location of this hotel is great, in that it is very close to a bus stop that takes you to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise cable car and other ski areas. The hotel is also a two minute walk to the main street of Zermatt and all its restaurants and bars.
- On or close to public shuttle route
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
- dry cleaning/laundry service
- free wi-fi
- front desk (limited hours)
- full-service spa
- luggage storage
- 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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