Gstaad

Travel Guide
Photo provided by Christof Sonderegger/Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus
Famous as a celebrity retreat, this village in the Bernese Oberland has superb skiing and summer sports, magnificent mountain landscapes, fine dining and shopping.

Set in the shadow of towering mountains, the Swiss village of Gstaad has long been associated with the rich and famous. Gstaad counts Elton John, Grace Kelly and Roger Moore as previous visitors. Walk the calm streets, spot celebrities and shop at upscale retail outlets. Explore miles of ski runs, hiking trails and biking routes.

Cutting through the heart of this traditional Alpine village is the pedestrian-only Promenade. Browse high-end boutiques, jewelry stores and chocolatiers. Watch for renowned movie stars, musicians and royalty. Admire regional art exhibitions at Galerie Bel-Air Fine Art and Galerie Buchs. Investigate architectural masterpieces, including the early 20th-century Gstaad Palace.

Throughout the year Gstaad’s mountains are great for family-friendly adventures. From the center of Gstaad, walk or take the ski bus to the stations that service the local mountains of Eggli and Wispile. They form part of Gstaad Ski Resort (aka Gstaad Mountain Rides).

Snow-based sports take place from late October to May. Ski and snowboard on 136 miles (220 kilometers) of well-groomed slopes. Freestyle at snow parks such as Snowpark Glacier 3000, which provides views of Mont Blanc. Try night skiing, snowshoeing, tobogganing and winter hiking.

Hike and bike along marked and themed trails in Gstaad in the summer. Walk to spectacular Lake Lauenen and swim in its deep blue water. Learn about Alpine cheese-making traditions on the Wispile Cheese Trail. Take a paragliding flight, go rafting on the River Saane or play golf at nearby Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club.

Gstaad draws food lovers to both the village and the mountains. Consult the Saveurs Gstaad website for a calendar of events that celebrate not only food but music and sport. If you’re visiting in summer, try to catch the annual Gstaad Menuhin Festival, a classical concert series founded in 1957 by the great violinist Yehudi Menuhin.

Reach Gstaad in Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland by rented car or public train. Enjoy a ride on the Golden Pass panoramic railway, which links the village with Montreux, which is located on Lake Geneva. During your stay, visit Rougemont and Saanen, picturesque villages in the Gstaad-Saanenland Holiday Region.

Gstaaderhof – Active & Relax Hotel
Gstaaderhof – Active & Relax Hotel
4 out of 5
Lauenenstrasse 19, Gstaad, Saanen, BE
The price is ¥33,509 per night from May 23 to May 24
¥33,509
per night
May 23 - May 24
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gstaad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eggli Ski Resort and Gstaad Eggli Ski Lift ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (157 reviews)
"Fantastic property with very charming and professional staff. Great walking location. Highly reccomended."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

Gstaaderhof – Active & Relax Hotel
Arc-en-Ciel Gstaad
Arc-en-Ciel Gstaad
4 out of 5
Egglistrasse 24, Gstaad, Saanen, BE
The price is ¥37,513 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
¥37,513
per night
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Gstaad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Eggli Ski Resort and Gstaad Eggli Ski Lift ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Quiet, rooms are large, staff are accommodating, fantastic breakfast, great restaurant. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

Arc-en-Ciel Gstaad
The Alpina Gstaad
The Alpina Gstaad
5 out of 5
Alpinastrasse 23, Gstaad, Saanen, BE
The price is ¥197,013 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
¥197,013
per night
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gstaad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eggli Ski Resort and Gstaad Ski Resort ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"A 10/10 Top Location"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2023

The Alpina Gstaad
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Alpenchalet Weidhaus
Alpenchalet Weidhaus
3 out of 5
Gmüntestrasse 15, Saanen, Bern
Stay at this 3-star ski apartment in Gstaad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Rutti Ski Lift and Gstaad Ski Resort are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Amazing!"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

Alpenchalet Weidhaus
Apart Hotel Adelboden am Dorfplatz
Apart Hotel Adelboden am Dorfplatz
4 out of 5
26 Dorfstrasse, Adelboden, BE
Stay at this apartment in Adelboden. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Adelboden - Tschentenalp ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Close to restaurant and bars. very clean. Nice little Swiss town not to commercialized."

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2024

Apart Hotel Adelboden am Dorfplatz
Los Lorentes Residences - Bulle
Los Lorentes Residences - Bulle
18 Rue de Gruyères, Bulle
Stay at this aparthotel in Bulle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Alpine Panorama Path and Maison Cailler ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Lovely apartment with everything you need! Very comfortable- even had a service during our stay which was a nice surprise. Check in was easy and staff very helpful. The area is beautiful with options for sightseeing and shopping. Highly recommend this accommodation."

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023

Los Lorentes Residences - Bulle
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Jan 9, 2020

Beautiful town. Excellent skiing beautiful gondola rides great restaurants extremely expensive

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Feb 24, 2019

La Grande Chalet Terraza Restaurant.

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Nov 16, 2018

The area is beautiful. Picture perfect.

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