Hotel of the Year 2025/26, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, and awarded a Michelin Guide mention; Bergwelt Grindelwald does not do things by halves. The rooms and suites are rugged and stylishly furnished, the best with a direct view of the Eiger North Face, one of the most dangerous climbing routes in the Alps. The Fire & Ice Spa is the correct one wellness The heart of this hotel: four saunas, a steam bath, indoor and outdoor pools, an ice fountain, and a relaxation room with a fireplace. Exactly what you need after a whole day outdoors to feel human again. End the evening at BG's Grill, order the entrecôte from the charcoal oven, and you will understand why this restaurant has 16 Gault Millau points. The next morning, sit down for an extensive breakfast buffet, and then it all starts again.

Bergwelt Grindelwald

Centrally located in the village, within walking distance of cable cars and train stations, stands the 4-star Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort. The rooms range from a simple basic up to a luxurious Panorama Suite with a four-poster bed, whirlpool, fireplace, and large south-facing balcony. The Eiger Spa features multiple saunas and a steam bath; you can take yoga classes and receive massages. If you desire privacy, book the private spa with a mountain herbal bath and a pine-scented cocoon sauna. And after all that relaxation, you are just around the corner at Barry's Restaurant for a cheese fondue, rösti, or a hot stone steak.

Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort

Hotel Spinne is a hotel in the heart of Grindelwald, at the foot of the Eiger North Face. The name refers to a climbing section on that wall that resembles a spider due to its shape, fitting for a hotel that holds you tight. The rooms are not only beautifully decorated, but most have a balcony or terrace and mountain views. However, the real reason to book here is the wellness area: a heated infinity pool Outside with breathtaking views, a Finnish sauna, an Alpine herbal sauna, a steam bath, and a Kneipp path, where you wade alternately through cold and warm water: good for circulation. And while you're outside: Hotel Spinne is within walking distance of the cross-country ski trails – perfect for a peaceful ride through a snowy winter landscape. And afterwards? Pull up a chair at the Rôtisserie or the Ristorante Mercato for pasta, pizza, or a good piece of meat.

Hotel Spinne

Hotel Kreuz & Post is located just a stone's throw from the train station – ideal if you are exploring the region by train. The rooms and suites have a rustic atmosphere, many featuring balconies and views of the Eiger North Face. The wellness area is small but smart: in summer, you can relax on the furnished rooftop terrace with mountain views after the sauna — and if you really want to indulge, order a picnic basket from reception in advance. In winter, you step outside after the sauna, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and then crawl back into the warmth. For dining, you can choose from three restaurants, from the rustic Challi-Stübli to the panoramic dining room. Furthermore, the hotel is a perfect base for the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, Europe's highest train station at 3454 meters.

Hotel Kreuz & Post

In the early 20th century, Japanese alpinists such as Kaga Shōtarō and Maki Yūkō made important first ascents in the Swiss Alps using Grindelwald as their base. That bond is honored here, and you can feel it. The interior combines Japanese minimalism with everything Grindelwald has to offer outdoors. Stunningly beautiful rooms, a delicious Japanese restaurant, and a breakfast featuring regional products. And for those who want to go a step further: book a private chef to prepare a custom dinner in your room, or opt for an exclusive tasting of Swiss wines; accounting for only 1% of global wine production, and therefore not something you come across just anywhere. And for those who really want to go all out: the Big Pintenfritz, one of the longest toboggan runs in Europe, starts within walking distance. First two hours up, then an hour of racing down. The après-ski in Umami extra was earned with this.

Grindelbankge

No infinity pool, no designer spa, but Waldhuus Bellary has something special: character. The hotel has been renovated in a retro 70s style, is located on the outskirts of Grindelwald surrounded by a large garden, and features a lounge with a piano where you will simply want to hang out in the evening. All rooms have a shared balcony and terrace with mountain views, breakfast is included, and the ski bus stops right outside the door. The center is a fifteen-minute walk away, but the bus runs frequently. One of the most affordable options in the region, and simply incredibly relaxing. For the real adrenaline junkie: from Grindelwald, you can literally jump into the Eiger from a helicopter, in a free fall right in front of the Eiger North Face. Skydive Interlaken picks you up in the village. You can bet that beer on the terrace of Waldhuus Bellary will taste delicious.

Waldhuus Bellary

De Pinte has been around since 1843, making it the oldest hotel in Grindelwald. They have just eight renovated boutique rooms, each with a private bathroom and a large bed. A stone cat stands by the front door – touching it brings good luck, they say. The restaurant serves Swiss cuisine, and in the evening you can pull up a chair in the Ye Olde Spotted Cat bar: the place where the village gathers as the sun sets. And did you know that the name Big Pintenfritz, one of the longest toboggan runs in Europe, is derived from none other than Fritz Bohren, the legendary owner of this hotel? From De Pinte to the Faulhorn and back, that was his daily ride. Allegedly. As a hotel guest, you can make use of the Fire & Ice SPA at Bergwelt Grindelwald, its big brother across the street.

Hotel Pinte

This is not a hotel in the traditional sense. The Berghotel Faulhorn has stood at an altitude of 2681 meters since 1830 and is only accessible on foot. Expect at least a two-hour brisk walk from Grindelwald First. No elevator, no spa, no Wi-Fi. But you do have: six double rooms, a quadruple room, and two dormitories with thirty beds each, dinner between six and seven, breakfast included, and a 360-degree view you won't find anywhere else. You wash with cold water from a nostalgic jug, and the lights go out at ten o'clock. You might well earn your sleep here and sleep better than anywhere else.

Mountain Hotel Faulhorn