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Hotel Grimsel Hospiz

Grimselstrasse
Rated 9.0 in 143 reviews

Hotel Grimsel Hospiz is a historic and charming accommodation nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Located in the breathtaking Grimsel Hospiz region, this esteemed boutique hotel offers a perfect blend of traditional Swiss hospitality and modern comforts. With its origins dating back to 1142, Hotel Grimsel Hospiz holds the distinction of being the first guesthouse in Switzerland to receive an official license, making it a significant piece of Swiss heritage.

The hotel prides itself on its unique setting surrounded by the serene beauty of the Grimsel Pass, offering unparalleled views of the towering peaks and pristine alpine landscapes. A stay at Hotel Grimsel Hospiz provides guests with an opportunity to disconnect from the fast pace of urban life and immerse themselves in nature.

Guests can enjoy a selection of elegantly appointed rooms, designed to complement the natural surroundings while offering luxurious amenities for a comfortable stay. Each room captures the region’s scenic beauty, allowing guests to wake up to stunning mountain vistas.

Dining at Hotel Grimsel Hospiz is a culinary delight, featuring a restaurant that serves a variety of traditional Swiss dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients. The cozy and inviting atmosphere of the dining room enhances the overall dining experience.

For those seeking adventure, the hotel serves as an ideal base for various outdoor activities, including hiking, climbing, and exploring the nearby reservoirs and mountains. Hotel Grimsel Hospiz is well-suited for guests looking to explore the natural splendors of the Swiss Alps while enjoying top-notch hospitality in a historic setting.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 11
Rain free days
February
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 10
Rain free days
March
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 14
Rain free days
April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Grimsel Hospiz and near Hotel Grimsel Hospiz

Kleinwasserkraftwerk Gletsch
Kleinwasserkraftwerk Gletsch
2.4km / 1.5mi
Heilig Kreuz church
Heilig Kreuz church
Church building in Oberwald in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
4.3km / 2.7mi
Saint Martin of Tours
Saint Martin of Tours
Church building in Obergesteln in the canton of Wallis, Switzerland
6.4km / 4mi
Sankt Anna zum Loch
Sankt Anna zum Loch
Chapel building in Ulrichen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.6km / 4.7mi
St. Nikolaus Church
St. Nikolaus Church
Church building in Ulrichen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.6km / 4.7mi
St. Catherine chapel
St. Catherine chapel
Chapel building in Geschinen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
8.4km / 5.2mi
Saint Sebastian
Saint Sebastian
Chapel building in Geschinen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
9.4km / 5.8mi
St. Mary church with cemetery chapel
St. Mary church with cemetery chapel
Church buildings in Münster in the canton of Goms, Switzerland
10.7km / 6.7mi
St. Peter chapel
Chapel building in Münster in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
10.7km / 6.7mi
St. Anthony chapel on the Biel
St. Anthony chapel on the Biel
Chapel building in Münster in the canton of Wallis, Switzerland
10.6km / 6.6mi
Birth of Mary parish church
Birth of Mary parish church
Church building in Reckingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.3km / 8.3mi
Holy Cross chapel in the Blinnental
Holy Cross chapel in the Blinnental
Chapel building in Reckingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.4km / 8.3mi
Parish church Holy Cross in the village
Parish church Holy Cross in the village
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13.3km / 8.3mi
Trift Bridge
Trift Bridge
Footbridge
13.7km / 8.5mi
Mother of God chapel
Mother of God chapel
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14.8km / 9.2mi
Wagristoratore
Wagristoratore
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15.3km / 9.5mi
St. Anna chapel
Chapel in Ritzingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
15.2km / 9.5mi
Aare Gorge
Aare Gorge
Canyon in Switzerland
17.9km / 11.2mi
Gletscherschlucht Rosenlaui
Gletscherschlucht Rosenlaui
17.6km / 10.9mi
San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo
17.8km / 11mi
Sant'Anna
Sant'Anna
17.6km / 11mi
Chiesa dei Santi Martiri Maccabei
Church building in Bedretto, Switzerland
16.3km / 10.1mi
Bodme
Bodme
Hamlet in the municipality of Goms, canton of Valais, Switzerland
17.3km / 10.7mi
Maria Hilf
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17.4km / 10.8mi
Aare Gorge
Aare Gorge
Canyon in Switzerland
19.2km / 11.9mi
Longobard Tower
Longobard Tower
Tower in Hospental in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
18.7km / 11.6mi
Oratorio della Madonna delle Grazie
Oratorio della Madonna delle Grazie
20km / 12.4mi
Sant'Antonio Abate
Sant'Antonio Abate
Oratory in Frua, Formazza, Italy
19.1km / 11.9mi
Saint Gotthard national museum
Saint Gotthard national museum
Museum in Airolo (Switzerland)
18.1km / 11.2mi
Sasso San Gottardo
Museum in Airolo (Switzerland)
18km / 11.2mi
Oratorio di Sant'Anna
Church building in Airolo, Switzerland
19.5km / 12.1mi
St. Theodul church with ossuary and cemetery
St. Theodul church with ossuary and cemetery
Church buildings in Niederwald in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
18.7km / 11.6mi
Assumption of the Virgin Mary Catholic Church
Assumption of the Virgin Mary Catholic Church
Church building in Hospental in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
18.8km / 11.7mi
Chapel and Rectory of St. Charles
Chapel and Rectory of St. Charles
Church buildings in Hospental in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
18.6km / 11.6mi
Salbitbrücke
Salbitbrücke
High alpine pedestrian bridge in the canton of Uri
18.9km / 11.7mi
Devil's Bridge
Devil's Bridge
Stone bridge over the Reuss river in the Schöllenen gorge in the municipality of Andermatt in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
21.4km / 13.3mi
Resti castle ruin
Resti castle ruin
Castle ruin in Meiringen in the canton of Bern, Switzerland
20.1km / 12.5mi
Suworow Monument
Suworow Monument
Monument in the Schöllenen Gorge in Andermatt in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
21.6km / 13.4mi
Reformed Church with annexes
Reformed Church with annexes
Church buildings in Meiringen in the canton of Bern, Switzerland
20.7km / 12.8mi
St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church
St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church
Church building in Andermatt in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
21.2km / 13.2mi
Häderli Bridge
Häderli Bridge
21.5km / 13.4mi
Guthirt
Guthirt
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20.9km / 13mi
Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes
Statue in Meiringen in the canton of Bern, Switzerland
20.5km / 12.8mi
Chapel Maria Hilf
Chapel Maria Hilf
Chapel building in Andermatt in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
21.5km / 13.3mi
San Giuseppe
San Giuseppe
Oratory in Grovella, Formazza, Italy
21.7km / 13.5mi

What to do in Grimsel Hospiz and near Hotel Grimsel Hospiz

Kleinwasserkraftwerk Gletsch
Kleinwasserkraftwerk Gletsch
2.4km / 1.5mi
Heilig Kreuz church
Heilig Kreuz church
Church building in Oberwald in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
4.3km / 2.7mi
Saint Martin of Tours
Saint Martin of Tours
Church building in Obergesteln in the canton of Wallis, Switzerland
6.4km / 4mi
Sankt Anna zum Loch
Sankt Anna zum Loch
Chapel building in Ulrichen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.6km / 4.7mi
St. Nikolaus Church
St. Nikolaus Church
Church building in Ulrichen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.6km / 4.7mi
St. Catherine chapel
St. Catherine chapel
Chapel building in Geschinen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
8.4km / 5.2mi
Saint Sebastian
Saint Sebastian
Chapel building in Geschinen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
9.4km / 5.8mi
St. Mary church with cemetery chapel
St. Mary church with cemetery chapel
Church buildings in Münster in the canton of Goms, Switzerland
10.7km / 6.7mi
St. Peter chapel
Chapel building in Münster in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
10.7km / 6.7mi
St. Anthony chapel on the Biel
St. Anthony chapel on the Biel
Chapel building in Münster in the canton of Wallis, Switzerland
10.6km / 6.6mi
Birth of Mary parish church
Birth of Mary parish church
Church building in Reckingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.3km / 8.3mi
Holy Cross chapel in the Blinnental
Holy Cross chapel in the Blinnental
Chapel building in Reckingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.4km / 8.3mi
Parish church Holy Cross in the village
Parish church Holy Cross in the village
Church building in Realp in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
13.3km / 8.3mi
Trift Bridge
Trift Bridge
Footbridge
13.7km / 8.5mi
Mother of God chapel
Mother of God chapel
Chapel building in Ritzingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
14.8km / 9.2mi
Wagristoratore
Wagristoratore
Building in Italy
15.3km / 9.5mi
St. Anna chapel
Chapel in Ritzingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
15.2km / 9.5mi
Aare Gorge
Aare Gorge
Canyon in Switzerland
17.9km / 11.2mi
Gletscherschlucht Rosenlaui
Gletscherschlucht Rosenlaui
17.6km / 10.9mi
San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo
17.8km / 11mi
Sant'Anna
Sant'Anna
17.6km / 11mi
Chiesa dei Santi Martiri Maccabei
Church building in Bedretto, Switzerland
16.3km / 10.1mi
Bodme
Bodme
Hamlet in the municipality of Goms, canton of Valais, Switzerland
17.3km / 10.7mi
Maria Hilf
Church building in Blitzingen in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
17.4km / 10.8mi
Aare Gorge
Aare Gorge
Canyon in Switzerland
19.2km / 11.9mi
Longobard Tower
Longobard Tower
Tower in Hospental in the canton of Uri, Switzerland
18.7km / 11.6mi
Oratorio della Madonna delle Grazie
Oratorio della Madonna delle Grazie
20km / 12.4mi
Sant'Antonio Abate
Sant'Antonio Abate
Oratory in Frua, Formazza, Italy
19.1km / 11.9mi
Saint Gotthard national museum
Saint Gotthard national museum
Museum in Airolo (Switzerland)
18.1km / 11.2mi
Sasso San Gottardo
Museum in Airolo (Switzerland)
18km / 11.2mi

About Grimsel Hospiz

Grimsel Hospiz, nestled in the Swiss Alps, offers a serene environment for those seeking both relaxation and outdoor activities. The natural surroundings are a significant draw, with stunning mountain vistas and the nearby Grimsel Pass providing numerous opportunities for photography and contemplation. Hiking trails are abundant in the area, ranging from easy walks to more challenging treks, allowing visitors to explore the beautiful alpine landscape at their own pace.

For those interested in historical aspects, the Grimsel Hospiz itself has a rich history dating back to the 12th century, initially serving as a refuge for travelers. The architecture reflects its historical significance, and guided tours can provide insights into its past and the region's development.

The Grimsel Lake offers various water activities, including kayaking and fishing, providing a different perspective of the picturesque scenery. In winter, the area transforms into a destination for skiing and snowboarding, with slopes catering to various skill levels.

For relaxation, visitors can enjoy the amenities at the hospiz, including wellness options that promote tranquility and rejuvenation. The on-site restaurant typically serves local cuisine, allowing guests to savor the flavors of the region in a cozy atmosphere.

Overall, Grimsel Hospiz serves as a base for both adventure and relaxation, making it a versatile destination for travelers looking to experience the beauty and history of the Swiss Alps.




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