The Chedi Hotel, Andermatt

Description

Since opening in 2013 The Chedi Andermatt has already become something of an institution. A world-class luxury ski hotel, it’s been awarded countless honours for doing what it does best – providing a simply magical break for those who love the finer things in life as much as they love to ski.

The Chedi Andermatt is an exclusive five star hotel in the pretty town of Andermatt. Encircled by mountains, there is top notch skiing on every side and the hotel itself is perfectly located.

The hotel is a beautiful blend of traditional Swiss design and Asian influences – from the renowned Japanese Restaurant to the zen-like day spa. Each of the relaxing, luxury rooms and suites is equipped with everything you could wish for in a beautiful snowy bolthole. Natural woods and stones give the rooms rustic appeal and fires and soft leather armchairs bring a touch of hygge to your evenings as you settle down for bed.

When you aren’t out on the slopes, accompanied by one of the hotel’s dedicated ski butlers, who will see you to the snow with all your kit, there is plenty to entertain you at this luxury ski hotel. The day spa is second to none and has become a destination in itself locally. You’ll leave the spa feeling not just rested and relaxed but like a whole new person – no matter how many sakes you had the previous night and how hard you took the slopes that morning.

One of the highlights of a stay at The Chedi Andermatt must be the food and drink. Enjoy a Michelin star Japanese gourmet feast, a long and leisurely meal in The Restaurant or something more Swiss and laid-back like a Raclette at the edge of this luxury hotel’s very own ice rink.

And never let it be said the luxury extras are ignored here. Fancy a fabulous cigar bar? You got it. Walk-in cheese thermidor? Of course. Switzerland’s most extensive sake bar? Well, you’d expect as much here. Safe to say your every whim is catered for at The Chedi Andermatt.

What’s Included

Please call us on +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.

Rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Welcome drink
The Chedi Andermatt Breakfast, served at The Restaurant or continental breakfast in-room
Complimentary tea, coffee, juices and soft drinks in mini bar (replenished once daily)
Access to all the hotel’s facilities, including restaurants, health club and spa
Complimentary local or international newspaper
Luxury bath products
Complimentary ski butler service
Hotel concierge service
Transfers from either Andermatt or Goschenen train station

Over the Christmas and New Year period, skating equipment and use of the ice rink are included, as well as New Year’s entertainment and a festive programme.

Reviews

”This is a spanking big hitter in the Swiss Alps and nothing can prepare you for the extravagance. Surrounded by mountains in the Urseren Valley, 90 minutes from Zürich, it is a bold and beautiful hotel that has it all: the looks, the location and a great spa”. Conde Nast Traveller.

”In short The Chedi Andermatt is a destination in itself” Esquire.

Location

The Chedi Andermatt is located in the lovely Swiss town of Andermatt, which is encircled by stunning mountain scenery. The hotel is just a short walk away from the centre of town and all its bars and restaurants, though The Chedi Andermatt is also a bit of a destination in itself. The nearest ski lifts are within a 5-10 minute walk, though the hotel offers a shuttle service to transport you to and from the slopes in no time.

If you are arriving by train, complimentary transfers are included from Göschenen station, which is just a 10 minute drive away. Andermatt station is also conveniently located just across the street from this luxury ski hotel, and on arrival you’ll be warmly greeted by a member of reception staff who will assist with your luggage.

Alternatively transfers or private chauffeured limousines can be arranged on request to and from Zurich, Milan, Lucerne and Buochs airports.

The nearest airports are Zurich, 1hr 30mins away by car, and Milan 2hrs away.

Rooms

The Chedi Andermatt has 123 exclusive rooms and suites. Dark woods, soft leather and gentle colours come together to offer a truly sophisticated feel, whilst the Asian inspired architecture in the bathrooms offer a sense of calm.

All rooms at this luxury ski hotel have a fireplace and large picture windows, as well as Bose sound systems, TVs, climate control, on demand films, CD/DVD players (on request) and wifi.

Please note that rates shown are per room per week for up to two people. (Grand Deluxe Suite up to four people). Additional person supplements apply.

Up to 2 additional children can be accommodated on the existing sofa beds in all room types. Additional charges apply to children over 3 years old.

Room categories

Deluxe Rooms – 52-55 sqm. These traditionally Alpine-styled rooms sleep up to two adults and two children (up to 12 years) on a sofa bed. Rubenesque murals, a cosy fireplace and rustic wood panelling make these very covetable boltholes to escape to and each one has a fabulous view through the picture window.

Grand Deluxe Rooms – 55 sqm. Perched on the top floor of The Chedi Andermatt, these spacious rooms have fabulous mountain views and are decked out in traditional woods and natural stone with soft leather armchairs and sofas. A super-clever fireplace can be enjoyed from both inside the room and on the terrace. The rooms sleep up to four people including two children of up to 12 years on a sofa bed.

Junior Deluxe Suites – 90 sqm. These light and spacious suites have plenty of room to accommodate up to four people. Either two adults and two children up to 12 years on a sofa bed, or three adults (one on a roll away bed) and one child on the sofa bed. These suites are lovely and spacious and offer fabulous views of either the Urseren Valley or the Natschen Mountain.

Deluxe Suites – 110 sqm. Perfect for families, these generously sized suites in this luxury hotel each offer a stunning seating area where you can all relax together at the end of the skiing day, to play or enjoy a glass of wine snuggled up with a cashmere blanket in front of the roaring fire. Some suites even have their own fully stocked glass wine cabinet so you need not even call room service! The deluxe suites sleep up to two adults and two children up to 12 years on a sofa bed or three adults (one on a rollaway bed) and one child on the sofa bed.

Grand Deluxe Suites – 190 sqm. Located in The Chedi Andermatt Residence’s wing adjacent to the exclusive hotel, the Grand Deluxe Suites have all the privacy of your own luxury ski chalet, as well as all the attractions of a luxury ski hotel. Sneaking down the beautifully designed interior passageway from the hotel feels like entering Narnia and at the end of it is a suite that offers the best of both worlds. They accommodate up to six people across two bedrooms and either two rollaway beds or two children up to 12 years on the sofa bed. Each bedroom also has its own TV.

The Gemstock Suite – 134 sqm. With vast windows extending up to the vaulted wooden ceiling and offering breath-taking views of the Gemsstock mountain, this luxury suite is packed with style. It sleeps up to two adults and two children up to 12 years on a sofa bed or three adults (one on a rollaway bed) and one child on the sofa bed.

The Furka Suite – 333 sqm. This duplex suite offers a haven of calm of relaxation. With a private spa to include a sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi as well as a private wine cabinet and living/kitchen area, the Furka Suite gives the feel of an exclusive private chalet. Sleeping up to eight people it has three en-suite bedrooms and space for two more, either on rollaway beds or two children up to 12 years on the sofa bed. Each bedroom has a TV and there is a curved TV in the living area.

Eating

The Restaurant – A smart-casual affair open for breakfast, champagne brunch, lunch and dinner. Watch the chefs hard at work in four open-studio kitchens showcasing Asian and European dishes. The highlight of a meal at The Restaurant must be The Wine and Cheese Cellar, which stands 5 metres high and shows off some of the best of Switzerland’s specialities.

The Japanese Restaurant – Open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday and every day over the peak winter weeks, you’ll experience some of the best Japanese cuisine you’ll ever taste. Sit at the sushi and sashimi bars or the tempura and teppanyaki counter at this Michelin star restaurant and enjoy a mindful meal of fresh-as-can-be fish. The Japanese Restaurant also boasts the most extensive sake collection in Switzerland, which the sake sommelier will be pleased to introduce you to.

The Wine and Cigar Library – Fine wines, spirits and cigars around a roaring fire. Open 10am to midnight.

The Bar and Living Room – The destination for après ski in Andermatt. Enjoy light meals and snacks from 11am to midnight and from 3pm and 6pm don’t miss the bar’s renowned mulled wine and chestnuts on the terrace during the peak winter weeks.

The Lobby – Light meals and snacks and small ‘culinary treats’ from 10am until 10pm. The Lobby is a stylish bar and eaterie where you can relax to the sound of the tinkling of a piano.

The Courtyard – Enjoy mulled wine, chestnuts and punch around the hotel’s very own ice rink during the winter months.

The Clubhouse – Open only in season, the 18-hole golf course on the other side of Andermatt has a club house serving Swiss and Italian specialities in Summer and in winter chese fondue, and fondue chinoise and bourguignonne. It’s a brisk and pleasant walk through Andermatt or the hotel’s limousine service will drop you there and back.

The Chalet – Open only during winter months for dinner, The Chalet is a rustic eatery based within the hotel’s Courtyard. Red-and-white checked cloths and Alpine beams make this as Swiss a place as you’ll find to indulge in Raclette and truffled fondue.

Staff

Firefly pre-arrival concierge service.

Staff at The Chedi Andermatt are on hand to assist throughout your stay.

Additional staff such as a private chef, nannies or massage therapists can be arranged on request.

Kids

Younger visitors are made very welcome at The Chedi Andermatt. All the rooms and suites can accommodate at least two children and the larger suites have lots of space for little ones to play.

There is a children’s menu in ‘The Restaurant’ and lots to keep them busy during their stay here when they aren’t learning to ski. Children of all ages are sure to love this luxury hotel’s indoor and outdoor pools and older ones will be thrilled to try out the courtyard ice rink in the winter months.

The Chedi Andermatt runs a fabulous kids’ club where they can take part in cooking classes, ice rink activities, movie nights and much more. You can arrange for them to take their meals at the kids’ club if they prefer that to sitting in a restaurant and babysitters can also be booked on request.