The Alps have always been seen as a European health zone. When Dr. Herwig-Hold came to the village of Arosa in 1883, he had no doubt for a moment that it was here that he would build a wellness center. Following the sick, fans of ski sports began to appear here. The village is surrounded by three mountains, though not as high as Mont Blanc, but sufficient to create red and blue trails. Then there were the first hotels ready to accept skiers.
- 1 Features of local settlement of tourists
- 2 Where to stay?
- 3 Hotel Stoffel
- 4 Hotel Garni Sonnenhalde
- 5 Home Hotel Arosa
- 6 Arosa Vetter Hotel
- 7 Waldhotel Arosa
- 8 Tschuggen Grand Hotel – The Leading Hotels of the World
- 9 Hotel Hohe Promenade
- 10 Valsana Hotel Appartements
- 11 Blatters Hotel Arosa Bella Vista SPA
- 12 Derby 14 – contactless check-in
Features of local settlement of tourists
For more than a century of the resort’s history, its own pricing policy has been formed here in relation to its guests. In winter, hotels can raise the price for a room or charge an additional fee if the stay is less than 3 nights. In summer, on the contrary, guests enjoy a lot of free privileges not only in the territory of Arosa, but also throughout the region. Basically, free travel on buses is practiced.
Travelers choose hotels according to their preferences. Knowing that the mountains are often bad weather, many try to settle in the center of Arosa to be close to local attractions, including:
- Shanfigg Ethnographic Museum;
- the oldest church in Bergkirchli;
- entertainment centers and restaurants.
Historically significant places in the village are almost non-existing. The main attraction is nature and mountains.
Where to stay?
Bearing in mind that in addition to sports there is nothing else to do here, tourists choose hotels with an additional range of services. In the mountains, unfavorable conditions for descents often occur. To wait out the bad weather will help created in the territories of hotel complexes health and entertainment centers.
Hotel Stoffel
The classic Alpine Hotel Stoffel is located in the old part of the village, a few steps from the slopes. In winter, with good snow cover, you can go down to the house on skis. A classic breakfast is included in the room rate. Muesli, omelets, juices, cheeses and sausages, yogurts, tea, coffee, pastries are served. Within walking distance is the Shanfigg Ethnographic Museum. It is possible to spend time in adverse weather for ski slopes. In the evening, guests can enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant. The menu consists of 4 dishes, which change daily. In summer, lovers of mountain bike routes like to stay here. During this period, the free cable car card is included in the payment. regional buses, water transport. The card offers free access to the public swimming pool.
“The room had a beautiful view of the mountains with a nice balcony. The room itself has a clean modern bathroom, a comfortable bed. Great choice for breakfast, with lots of fresh produce and amazing bread. The evening set meals were great. The owners and staff are really nice, friendly and helpful. We were there on a bike holiday and the Hernley Trail and the ski lift are mostly at the door as well as the city museum. I would recommend Stoffel to anyone” Simon, Switzerland
Hotel Garni Sonnenhalde
The hotel is located 100 metres from the Kulm Cable Car Station. All rooms are decorated in the style of Alpine chalets. In the morning, guests will find a buffet. During the winter season, tea and light snacks are served in the afternoon. A spa and steam baths are available on site. You can come here with pets. Parking is free. In summer, guests are given a single card for visiting attractions, sports facilities and travel on regional transport.
“Very friendly and helpful staff, they went out of their way to make us welcome and help us feel at home. Delicious breakfast. Convenient location. The Arosa all-inclusive card is a real boon. Good parking at the hotel» Angus, Switzerland
Home Hotel Arosa
In the heart of Arosa is a homely cozy guest complex. From the rooms visitors are offered standards, junior suites, suites and apartments. Breakfast can be included in the payment for accommodation. The nearest ski lifts, lifts and cable car are 600 metres away. Interestingly, the hotel does not have television. A personal iPad is given to visitors for use. Pets are accepted here, there are non-smoking rooms. Public parking, paid (10 Swiss francs per day).
“Friendly staff, delicious breakfast, well equipped and comfortable rooms. The Home Hotel is located on the main bus route through the city, with easy access to and from the hotel» Anna, UK
Arosa Vetter Hotel
20 meters from the Tschuggen-Ost-Sessellift lift is a hotel with original traditions: it is customary to spend evenings with a glass of elite alcohol and a collectible cigar. The wine cellar is able to satisfy the owners of a wide variety of tastes, and the collection of cigars will please connoisseurs of fragrant Cuban tobacco. Breakfast is covered by the Swedish line. Then the restaurant works on an à la carte menu, offering dishes of national and European cuisine. The interiors of the rooms are dominated by wood. It was used as a finishing material, floors were laid out of it, furniture was made. In summer, all hotel guests are issued an All Inclusive card. On it, they can travel around the region for free by bus and visit local attractions.
“Great hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. The modern rooms feature cool décor, comfortable beds and en suite bathrooms. The breakfast was excellent, as was the other food in the restaurant. By the way, locals come here to eat, and this is always a good sign. Nearby there is a cable car, lifts and a train station. Plenty of parking space. I can honestly say it was better than what we expected” Simon, Switzerland
Waldhotel Arosa
This large 4-star hotel is located in the mountains at an altitude of 1800 metres. The centre of Arosa is a 5-minute walk away. It offers spacious rooms. Alpine pine is used as a finish. The wellness area occupies 1100 sq.m. On its territory there is a complex of saunas, an indoor infinity pool, relaxation areas, a gym, beauty parlors. The restaurant is awarded 16 points on the Lagot Miyo scale. The skill of the chef can be appreciated during breakfast and dinner of 5 courses. In winter, there are 2 set dinners to choose from. An extensive and varied wine list (450 items) and piano music create an elite atmosphere during the meal. For children, the hotel has a club with entertainment programs and swimming in the pool. In addition to the standard set, the summer all inclusive includes a visit to the untersee beach and a rope course.
“Lovely rooms with big bathrooms. Great restaurant. I recommend buying half board, as this solves the problem with dinner. And the price fully corresponds to the quality of the services provided» Susannah, Switzerland
Tschuggen Grand Hotel – The Leading Hotels of the World
This luxurious grand hotel is located in the Alps at an altitude of 1800 metres. To accommodate guests prepared 128 rooms of luxury and junior suite. The hotel has its own cable car. It offers guests:
- health zone with an area of 5 thousand square meters;
- 4 gourmet restaurants;
- spa designed by architect Mario Botta.
A hotel funicular takes guests to the ski slopes. In summer, the highest golf course in the world opens here. As entertainment, sleigh rides, toboggan descent, hot air balloon, paraglider, hang glider flights are offered.
“Everything about this hotel is top notch. It’s beautiful, comfortable, gracious. The staff is so good that you can’t find a better one in the world» Margaret, Switzerland
Hotel Hohe Promenade
This hotel opened in 1947. This is a family business, which today is managed by the third generation. It is located in the central part of Arosa in a quiet area. The owners offer single and double rooms. All of them are for non-smokers only. You can come here with pets. It offers a sauna, good cuisine, wine list. Breakfast is served on the Swedish line or in the classic continental version. In summer, guests are given a single all-inclusive card, which, in addition to the accepted free services, includes a visit to the beach on The lower Lake Constance and a rope course.
“Great host. Everyone is treated like close friends. His daughter helped me clear the unexpected snow from the car. If “personal contact” is important to you, then this is just the place. In the morning, an excellent breakfast with superb mountain views awaits on the terrace. Overall good value for money” Robert, Switzerland
Valsana Hotel Appartements
The hotel has been assigned a 4-star comfort level. It is located in the center of Arosa at an altitude of 1800 meters. It consists of 3 buildings. All buildings are built of natural materials – wood and stone. The exterior and interiors are made according to the author’s design projects. Rooms are located from the 2nd to the 6th floors. There are cheap apartments. On the first there are sports goods stores, a restaurant, a spa, a wellness center. Breakfast is served on the terrace with a beautiful panoramic view.
“Everything was beautiful! The rooms are comfortable, clean and tastefully decorated. The spa is very nice and spacious. The staff is friendly. The food in the restaurant is very good. This hotel uses only quality products. We will definitely be back” Minola, Switzerland
Blatters Hotel Arosa Bella Vista SPA
Not far from Arosa in the mountains built a spacious hotel Blatters Hotel Arosa Bella Vista SPA. The resort centre, cable car and train station are a short walk away. In winter, guests can take the ski buses free of charge. In addition, they receive discounts on ski passes. In summer, they are waiting for the traditional for the resort a single map of travel on regional buses, cable cars. The map services of this hotel also include free boat rental, access to Untrese beach, rope course.
“We had a corner room with a balcony with stunning views of the Alps. As soon as the owners heard we were vegan, they bought almond milk for our cappuccinos and the chefs specially prepared us a 3 vegan dinner. At the reception offered free charging for our Tesla. Guests of the rooms enjoy free use of most of the Arosa’s facilities, including cable cars leading to the mountains” Nienke, Netherlands
Derby 14 – contactless check-in
In this apartment, guests are left to their own devices. They are provided with separate apartments with kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Guests take care of food and entertainment themselves. The building is located in the heart of Arosa. It was bought and repaired to their taste by a couple of young businessmen. In the interior there are unusual color combinations, interesting decorative elements. Each apartment is an original design that is not repeated anywhere else. The location is ideal for climbing the slopes or hiking.
“The rooms were exceptionally clean, modern and comfortable. I will definitely order Derby 14 again!” Michael, Switzerland
The dream of any tourist is to come, settle, have a good rest. All hotels in Arosa are characterized by increased comfort, but the most convenient in all respects is the Tschuggen Grand Hotel – a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The availability of own transport and an exceptionally full range of services will make the holiday an unforgettable adventure.
