The Top Four Places To Visit In Graubunden, Switzerland
A stone’s throw from Zurich, Graubunden is hands down our favorite place in Switzerland
It’s truly a place to unplug and unwind from the busyness of the world and plug into nature. These are the four best places to visit in one of Switzerland’s best cantons.
A Private Alpine retreat in Arosa
The Tschuggen Grand Hotel | Photo Credit: The Tschuggen Grand Hotel
Perched at an elevation of 1,800 meters above sea level on the mountainside, the Tschuggen Grand Hotel Mountain Lofts in Arosa offer a break in complete privacy, without having to forego the amenities and 5-star service of the Tschuggen Grand Hotel.
Guests can choose between the one-bedroom loft for a couple’s retreat, the two-bedroom loft, housing up to four people, or the three-bedroom loft, which accommodates bigger groups and families of up to six members. Ranging from 110 to 130 sqm living spaces with spacious south-facing terraces, the Tschuggen Grand Hotel Mountain Lofts consist of spacious living areas with an open kitchen, a bedroom with a dressing room, two bathrooms, a private sauna area with separate shower and relaxation lounge, all while benefiting from the hotel and concierge service, as well as free use of Bergoase Spa and Tschuggen Express.
The Mountain Lofts offer a Dream Butler Experience, a luxurious and tailor-made ritual is created for guests to have a restful sleep. Guests will be invited to the spa for a soothing foot bath and an aromatic oil massage, while the Dream Butler prepares each room, ensuring it is set to the perfect humidity, lighting, and room temperature. A scented candle, pillow spray, and bedtime book will await each guest upon their return from the spa, and the Dream Butler will then support in choosing a pillow from a specially curated pillow menu.
To end the night, a delicious, easy-to-digest meal with a matching selection of teas will be served to the loft. The food ingredients and teas have been carefully selected by the Moving Mountains nutritionist Rhaya Jordan to help with the perfect night's sleep.
Picturesque views of the Grisons Mountains in Lenzerheide
Valbella Resort | Photo Credit: Valbella Resort
Located in the high valley of Lenzerheide, Valbella Resort in Lenzerheide is a 4-star-superior resort spread across three separate buildings, offering panoramic views of the Graubunden mountains. The 130 rooms, suites, studios, and maisonettes provide elegant and spacious accommodation. Guests can bask in the beauty of the mountains on the cozy sun terrace and indulge in year-round leisure activities, including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and tobogganing.
The resort features a five-story wellness tower, "Tor da Lenn," a tennis court, pool, gym, and a 450m² Kids Inn crafted by LEGO. The Tgiasa da Lenn wellness area beckons guests to rejuvenate, while two on-site restaurants, Capricorn and Fastatsch, serve refined regional and international dishes. The Chimney Bar with a fireplace adds to the delightful ambience. With immediate access to a variety of sports and leisure options, Valbella Resort is a welcoming haven for families and holiday seekers.
This winter, Lenzerheide offers a plethora of activities for visitors to enjoy. Guests can sign up for ski and snowboarding lessons at Skischool Lenzerheide, enjoy 225 kilometres of glorious pistes while skiing and snowboarding in Arosa-Lenzerheide, one of the largest skiing regions in Switzerland, marvel at the glistening winter countryside while hiking through snow-covered winter forests, as well as basque in the winter sun and enjoy the crisp winter air while ice-skating on Lenzerheide’s open air ice rinks. Additionally, adventure junkies can enjoy a thrilling descent along the world’s longest toboggan run in the Paradschier Adventure Pool, or even fly through the air on the zipwire.
Throughout December, The Squirrel Forest at Lake Heidsee is transformed into a unique light spectacle. The Lenzerheide Magic Forest features installations, a market village, a plethora of entertainment and concerts for the whole family to enjoy.
Winterscape magic of Celerina
Cresta Palace Celerina | Photo Credit: Klaus Lork
Cresta Palace Celerina | Photo Credit: Cresta Palace
Built in 1906, Hotel Cresta Palace in the charming town of Celerina, seamlessly blends historic charm with Art Nouveau architecture. The hotel boasts 100 rooms, a 1200 sqm modern spa including a Medical Wellness Centre, combining Swiss medical excellence with Graubunden's hospitality, two restaurants serving international and Mediterranean specialties, a fondue and raclette parlor, and sunny terraces.
The nostalgic lobby, the bright winter garden, the reading room, and the spacious lawns invite guests to step into a world where the rich fabric of life is interwoven with the enchantment of the Engadine.
The newly built “Staziun da basa” acts as a center of excellence for advice, training, and outdoor activities, offering hotel guests equipment coaching and exploration guidance. the Cresta Palace ensures a cozy ambiance for every occasion. Nostalgic lobby, bright winter garden, reading room, and spacious lawns invite guests into the enchanting world of the Engadine.
Throughout the winter season, Hotel Cresta Palace invites guests to enjoy the unique magic of the Engadine with the Engadine Skiing Pleasure package. Starting from AED2,100 per double room*, the package includes an overnight stay including breakfast, access to numerous mountain restaurants, as well as a discounted ski pass for AED200 per adult per day.
*Prices vary on the group size and room selection.
Ski in the Samnaun Mountains
Chasa Montana | Photo Credit: Chasa Montana
Chasa Montana | Photo Credit: Chasa Montana
Perched at an elevation of 1,850 meters in the heart of Samnaun, the internationally acclaimed Silvretta Ski and Hiking Arena Samnaun-Ischgl is home to the 5-star superior Wellness Hotel Chasa Montana. Surrounded by majestic 3,000m mountains, the hotel boasts 54 rooms and suites, each offering breathtaking mountain views. Guests can indulge in gourmet dishes, including seafood specialties and traditional Samnaun fare, at the restaurant. With its traditional Engadine architecture, Chasa Montana features the fully renovated 1,500sqm Montana Spa, which includes a Roman indoor pool, saunas, steam bath, and a professional beauty and massage centre. The sun terrace provides an ideal setting for lunch with panoramic views of the Samnaun Mountains. Additionally, guests can enjoy duty-free shopping in the area between Switzerland and Austria.
This winter, Chasa Montana invites families for a fun-filled ski vacation with a specially designed package. Starting from AED12,000 in the double room for a minimum of five nights, the package includes a three-day ski pass, ski rental, and ski course with the hotel’s experienced ski instructors per child*, along with lunch, a children’s cocktail from bartender Grigoris at the La Serena hotel bar, childcare in the Murmeli Kids Club from 2:00pm to 6:00pm five days a week, along with daily regional breakfast, and access to the exclusive Spa, indoor swimming pool, and “Life Fitness” gym.