St. Moritz

Travel Guide

Lake St. Moritz
Lake St. Moritz
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St. Moritz
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This chic mountain resort has miles of superb skiing and hiking trails, golf, thermal spas and luxury shopping encompassed by a backdrop of majestic Alpine scenery.

St. Moritz is famous for being one of the birthplaces of Alpine tourism in Switzerland. Its stunning lakeside setting and snow-capped mountains have been attracting the rich and famous since the 1860s. Ski, hike, bike, swim and play golf amid the area’s unspoiled nature. Dine at award-winning restaurants, visit stimulating museums and shop at luxury retail outlets.

St. Moritz’s town sits on the northern shores of the glistening Lake St. Moritz. Spot a mix of traditional Alpine-style houses and contemporary architecture such as the Chesa Futura. Browse the boutiques and high-end retailers on Via Serlas. Visit galleries and museums, including the Berry Museum, Engandiner Museum and Segantini Museum.

Walk around crystalline Lake St. Moritz and admire the town’s striking scenery. Go boating in summer and ice-skating in winter. Take a short hike through pine forests to Lake Staz, a great place to swim during warmer months.

Ride the cable cars and funiculars to mountain peaks, where endless miles of hiking and skiing trails await. Ski, snowboard, snowshoe and toboggan on the perfectly groomed pistes of Corviglia Ski Resort and Diavolezza Ski Resort. Feel on top of the world as you explore the panoramic trails around Muottas Muragl and Corvatsch Peak.

Golf enthusiasts have the chance to play at five courses in the Engadin Valley. Among these are Golf Engadin St. Moritz and the 9-hole Kulmpark St. Moritz. Rejuvenate the body at the therapeutic pools of St. Moritz Bäder.

Discover St. Moritz’s culinary scene. Try local dishes, including capuns (meat and dumplings wrapped in chard leaves) and Engadin nusstorte (nut cake), at restaurants featured in the Gault Millau guide. Sample whiskies from a collection of 2,500 varieties at Devil’s Place. Hike the Via Gastronomica, which combines food with unparalleled views.

St. Moritz is about a 3-hour drive from Zurich and getting here is a memorable experience. Catch the Bernina Express or the Glacier Express, two scenic train journeys that include traveling high on the mountainsides. Upon arrival, reach the town center via The St. Moritz Design Gallery, a pedestrianized exhibition space.

Hotel Reine Victoria

Hotel Reine Victoria

4 out of 5
Via Rosatsch 18, St. Moritz, GR
The price is ¥37,273 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
¥37,273
¥39,974 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in St. Moritz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Lake St. Moritz and Ovaverva Pool and Spa are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (502 reviews)
"We were out in a nice sized room when we checked in. The staff was very knowledgeable about the area and the transportation needed to get to all activities. The breakfast was quite nice and the restaurant was beautiful. Overall a fantastic 2 night stay as we made our way around the southern alps ..."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Hotel Reine Victoria
Crystal Hotel

Crystal Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Via Traunter Plazzas 1, St. Moritz, GR
The price is ¥42,721 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
¥42,721
¥45,629 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in St. Moritz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (562 reviews)
"Fairly basic but comfortable hotel with friendly and super-helpful staff. One downside - we were shocked to find there are still places where smoking is freely allowed in the bar."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Crystal Hotel
Hotel Steffani

Hotel Steffani

4 out of 5
Via Traunter plazzas 6, St. Moritz
The price is ¥42,036 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
¥42,036
¥44,918 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in St. Moritz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
"Outstanding will stay again no question about it."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Hotel Steffani
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.
Townhouse N.26

Townhouse N.26

3 out of 5
26 Via Surpunt, St. Moritz, GR
Stay at this 3-star apartment in St. Moritz. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Lake St. Moritz and San Karl St. Moritz-Bad Church are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (12 reviews)
"The townhouse was nice, just picking up the key from another location, which was about a 10 min walk with cases in the rain wasn’t ideal. No soap or shampoo either, which they were very apologetic for. No coffee. The views from the balcony were gorgeous."

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Townhouse N.26
Beautiful luxury apartment in the center of St. Moritz with private parking

Beautiful luxury apartment in the center of St. Moritz with private parking

St. Moritz
Stay at this apartment in St. Moritz. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lake St. Moritz and ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
Great location in St Moritz
"My wife and daughter stayed with me for a nice ski trip to St Moritz. The condo is very nice, new and modern. The only negatives were the property manager speaks very little English, so communication was tough and slow to respond. As in an earlier review we couldn't get the TV to work and the check ..."

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2025

Beautiful luxury apartment in the center of St. Moritz with private parking
Chalet 3bedr with parking in St Moritz

Chalet 3bedr with parking in St Moritz

Saint Moritz
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in St. Moritz. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Lake St. Moritz and Ovaverva ...
Chalet 3bedr with parking in St Moritz
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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Reviews of St. Moritz

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 67%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

nancyj

take the trip up to the panoramic restaurant .... you wont be disappointed! easy to get to by bus, then funicular.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 days in St. Moritz and enjoyed every things about it. However, Taxi fare is very expensive.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Would highly recommend to others.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Place where you would love to come back

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is one of Earths Heavenly creations. Thank you Mother Nature!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The hike is amazing! Went to the Heidi Hutt and the Heidi trail and you can really get a feel of what Switzerland is like by walking around the area.

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