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Zoo des Marécottes Boutique Hôtel

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Rated 8.8 in 52 reviews

Nestled in the picturesque alpine village of Les Marécottes, Switzerland, the Zoo des Marécottes Boutique Hôtel offers a unique blend of charm and natural beauty. This boutique hotel is situated adjacent to the renowned Zoo des Marécottes, providing guests with unparalleled access to one of Europe's most elevated zoological gardens. The hotel embraces its natural surroundings, offering stunning views of both the mountains and the meticulously curated enclosures of the zoo, home to a variety of alpine wildlife.

The accommodations at Zoo des Marécottes Boutique Hôtel are designed with an emphasis on comfort and style, offering a cozy and intimate atmosphere. Each room is thoughtfully furnished, featuring warm interiors that complement the serene outdoor landscape. Emphasizing personalized service, the staff ensures a welcoming experience that aligns with the tranquil setting.

Guests can indulge in a range of local and seasonal cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, where dishes are crafted to highlight the flavors of the region. The dining experience is enhanced by the breathtaking views, creating a connection with the surrounding environment. During the winter months, after a day on the slopes or exploring nearby trails, guests can relax in the hotel's inviting communal spaces, highlighted by a warm and welcoming ambiance.

The Zoo des Marécottes Boutique Hôtel is ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Swiss Alps, offering a unique blend of nature, comfort, and exceptional service. Its location and close relationship with the zoo make it a distinctive destination for nature enthusiasts and those looking to explore the region's rich biodiversity.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
 2°
 -7°
 1°
 3
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
 4°
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 4
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
March
 7°
 -2°
 2°
 5
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
April
 10°
 0°
 4°
 6
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
May
 14°
 4°
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 7
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
June
 18°
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 8
Sun hours / day
 18
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July
 21°
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Sun hours / day
 20
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August
 20°
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 20
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September
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Sun hours / day
 21
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October
 11°
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 20
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November
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 18
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December
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 18
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Michelin Restaurants in Les Marécottes and near Zoo des Marécottes Boutique Hôtel

Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Church of the Ravoire village in Valais, Switzerland
3.1km / 1.9mi
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Archaeological site in Martigny-Ville in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
5.2km / 3.2mi
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
Castle ruine in the canton of Valais in Switzerland
4.6km / 2.9mi
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Museum in Martigny (Switzerland)
5.2km / 3.2mi
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church building in Martigny in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
5km / 3.1mi
Église Saint-Michel
Church building in Martigny, Switzerland
4.4km / 2.8mi
Assumption of Mary church
Assumption of Mary church
Church building in Finhaut in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
4.1km / 2.6mi
Le Minotaure
Le Minotaure
Sculpture by Hans Erni
5.2km / 3.2mi
Saint-Jean chapel
Saint-Jean chapel
Chapel building in Martigny-Combe in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
4.5km / 2.8mi
Gorges du Durnand
Gorges du Durnand
Valley in Canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.5km / 4.1mi
Notre-Dame-des-neiges
Swiss chapel
7.2km / 4.5mi
Fort Finhaut
7.2km / 4.5mi
Notre Dame des Neiges
Notre Dame des Neiges
Chapel building in Chemin-Dessus in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.1km / 4.4mi
Chapelle St-Ours
Church building in Fully, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.1mi
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church building in Bovernier, Switzerland
6.8km / 4.2mi
Saint-Bernard Church
Saint-Bernard Church
Church building in Trient in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.1km / 3.8mi
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Vallorcine
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Vallorcine
Church located in Haute-Savoie, in France
9.7km / 6mi
La Maison de Barberine
8.5km / 5.3mi
Fort de Dailly
Fort de Dailly
Fortification in Switzerland
10.9km / 6.8mi
Fort du Scex
Fort du Scex
Military museum
11.6km / 7.2mi
Croix de Loriaz
Croix de Loriaz
Summit cross located in Haute-Savoie, in France
11km / 6.8mi
Monument aux morts de la guerre 1939 - 1945
Monument aux morts de la guerre 1939 - 1945
War memorial of Haute-Savoie department, France
10.4km / 6.5mi
Saint-Étienne church
Saint-Étienne church
Church building in Sembrancher in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
11.4km / 7.1mi
Saint Sigismond church and rectory
Saint Sigismond church and rectory
Church buildings in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
11.9km / 7.4mi
Territorial Abbey of Saint-Maurice
Territorial Abbey of Saint-Maurice
6th century territorial abbey immediately subject to the Holy See in Switzerland
12.1km / 7.5mi
Portes du Soleil
Portes du Soleil
French-Swiss ski area
12.7km / 7.9mi
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
12.6km / 7.8mi
Artillery Fort of Champex
Artillery Fort of Champex
Museum in Switzerland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Tour Dufour
12.6km / 7.8mi
Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Church building in Saxon in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.8km / 8.6mi
Batterie de l'Arzillier
Batterie de l'Arzillier
Dufour fortifications at Bex, Switzerland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Dufour fortifications
Dufour fortifications
Group of fortifications located between the Vaud municipality of Bex and the Valais municipalities of Saint-Maurice and Vérossaz in Switzerland.
12.7km / 7.9mi
Saint Nicholas of Myra bell tower and church
Saint Nicholas of Myra bell tower and church
Church building in Orsières in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.7km / 8.5mi
Eglise catholique
Church building in Orsières, Switzerland
12.5km / 7.8mi
Capuchin convent and church
Capuchin convent and church
Church buildings in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
12.2km / 7.6mi
Saint-Maurice church and  clock tower
Saint-Maurice church and clock tower
Church building with tower in Val-d'Illiez in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.9km / 8.6mi
Protestant Chapel
Church building in Champéry in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.2km / 8.2mi
Galerie Défago
Galerie Défago
12.5km / 7.8mi
Eglise catholique de Champéry
Church building in Champéry, Switzerland
13.2km / 8.2mi
Grotte à Farinet
Grotte à Farinet
12.5km / 7.8mi
Grands Montets
Grands Montets
Ski resort in France
15.5km / 9.7mi
Plus petite vigne cadastrée au monde (3 ceps).
Plus petite vigne cadastrée au monde (3 ceps).
14.9km / 9.2mi
Château Feuillet
Château Feuillet
15.6km / 9.7mi
Roman mosaic (in the Café du Caveau Romain)
Roman mosaic (in the Café du Caveau Romain)
Mosaic in Massongex in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
14.8km / 9.2mi
Saint-Maurice church with ossuary and former rectory
Saint-Maurice church with ossuary and former rectory
Church buildings in Le Châble in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
15.7km / 9.8mi

What to do in Les Marécottes and near Zoo des Marécottes Boutique Hôtel

Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Church of the Ravoire village in Valais, Switzerland
3.1km / 1.9mi
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Archaeological site in Martigny-Ville in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
5.2km / 3.2mi
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
Castle ruine in the canton of Valais in Switzerland
4.6km / 2.9mi
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Museum in Martigny (Switzerland)
5.2km / 3.2mi
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church building in Martigny in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
5km / 3.1mi
Église Saint-Michel
Church building in Martigny, Switzerland
4.4km / 2.8mi
Assumption of Mary church
Assumption of Mary church
Church building in Finhaut in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
4.1km / 2.6mi
Le Minotaure
Le Minotaure
Sculpture by Hans Erni
5.2km / 3.2mi
Saint-Jean chapel
Saint-Jean chapel
Chapel building in Martigny-Combe in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
4.5km / 2.8mi
Gorges du Durnand
Gorges du Durnand
Valley in Canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.5km / 4.1mi
Notre-Dame-des-neiges
Swiss chapel
7.2km / 4.5mi
Fort Finhaut
7.2km / 4.5mi
Notre Dame des Neiges
Notre Dame des Neiges
Chapel building in Chemin-Dessus in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.1km / 4.4mi
Chapelle St-Ours
Church building in Fully, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.1mi
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church building in Bovernier, Switzerland
6.8km / 4.2mi
Saint-Bernard Church
Saint-Bernard Church
Church building in Trient in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.1km / 3.8mi
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Vallorcine
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Vallorcine
Church located in Haute-Savoie, in France
9.7km / 6mi
La Maison de Barberine
8.5km / 5.3mi
Fort de Dailly
Fort de Dailly
Fortification in Switzerland
10.9km / 6.8mi
Fort du Scex
Fort du Scex
Military museum
11.6km / 7.2mi
Croix de Loriaz
Croix de Loriaz
Summit cross located in Haute-Savoie, in France
11km / 6.8mi
Monument aux morts de la guerre 1939 - 1945
Monument aux morts de la guerre 1939 - 1945
War memorial of Haute-Savoie department, France
10.4km / 6.5mi
Saint-Étienne church
Saint-Étienne church
Church building in Sembrancher in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
11.4km / 7.1mi
Saint Sigismond church and rectory
Saint Sigismond church and rectory
Church buildings in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
11.9km / 7.4mi
Territorial Abbey of Saint-Maurice
Territorial Abbey of Saint-Maurice
6th century territorial abbey immediately subject to the Holy See in Switzerland
12.1km / 7.5mi
Portes du Soleil
Portes du Soleil
French-Swiss ski area
12.7km / 7.9mi
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
12.6km / 7.8mi
Artillery Fort of Champex
Artillery Fort of Champex
Museum in Switzerland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Tour Dufour
12.6km / 7.8mi
Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Church building in Saxon in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.8km / 8.6mi

About Les Marécottes

Les Marécottes, a charming village nestled in the Swiss Alps, offers a variety of activities that cater to nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. One of the highlights is the Les Marécottes Zoo, which is the highest zoo in Europe, home to a variety of Alpine wildlife such as marmots, wolves, and lynxes. This provides a unique opportunity to see these animals in a natural setting surrounded by stunning mountain scenery.

Another attraction in the area is the Trient Valley, where visitors can explore breathtaking hiking trails. These trails offer panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and forests, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. During the winter months, skiing and snowboarding are popular activities in the nearby ski areas, which cater to different skill levels and provide opportunities for both family-friendly outings and more challenging endeavors.

For those interested in swimming and relaxation, the natural swimming pool carved out of granite offers a refreshing experience during the summer. The crystal-clear waters and tranquil environment make it a perfect spot to unwind. Another notable feature in Les Marécottes is the historic architecture of the village itself. Walking through the village gives visitors insight into traditional Swiss Alpine architecture, with charming chalets and scenic views keeping photographers and history enthusiasts engaged.

When visiting Les Marécottes, the combination of wildlife, outdoor adventures, and the serene village ambiance presents a varied and fulfilling experience.




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