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About the Hotel

Hofmattstrasse 4, Zermatt, Switzerland, 3920

Rooms with Balconies

All rooms at Backstage Boutique Spa Hotel have a private balcony, CD and DVD player, minibar, and bathrobes. Deluxe rooms feature a free-standing bath at the window with panoramic valley views, using chromium steel, glass, nut wood, and velvet. The 45 m² cube lofts include a glass cube with steel and wood elements, bunk beds, and a shower accessible by ladder. Certain units offer a seating area, fireplace, or kitchen with stovetop and dishwasher.

Dining and Breakfast

The restaurant After Seven by Ivo Adam holds 1 Michelin star and 17 Gault Millau points, serving a four-to-seven course 'Surprise Menu'. Breakfast includes berries, homemade jam, rye bread, and freshly squeezed orange juice. The hotel café serves hot drinks and homemade cakes. A half-board option is available with meals from the awarded chef.

Spa and Entertainment

The spa area offers a hot tub, sauna, steam bath, and massage room. It includes seven sensory cubes: a dark steam room with pulsing light, a sauna projecting Hubble telescope images, and a relaxation room with water beds, classical music, and a representation of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling. The in-house cinema shows Hollywood releases and mountain documentaries. The Vernissage club, accessible from rooms via lift, is a Zermatt institution.

Zermatt Location Access

Backstage Boutique Spa Hotel is 400 metres from Zermatt and within walking distance of Gornergrat railway and Sunnega railway. It is 80 km from Sion. Nearby landmarks include Matterhorn Museum (0.5 km), Obere Matten playground (0.3 km), Walk of Climb (0.3 km), St Peter's English Church (0.3 km), and Hinterdorfstrasse (0.3 km). The hotel offers a ski shuttle, ski passes, and ski rental.

Hotel Services Overview

Guestrooms include free WiFi and safes. The hotel provides ski rental, ski shuttle service, and ski passes. The corridors feature high ceilings and tall black doors, creating a backstage theatre impression. The design concept allows guests to 'retreat from life's stage', with materials including stucco work, white-painted steel beams, gold velvet-upholstered chairs, and chandeliers made from violins, toilet siphons, feathers, and cutlery.

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Deluxe Double Room Matterhorn View

Max:

2 persons

295 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Selection Double Room

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2 persons

295 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Cube-Loft

Max:

2 persons

455 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Zermatt700 ft

Airports

Sion (SIR) 47.8 mi

Agno (LUG) 100.5 mi

Train

Zermatt railway station1000 ft

Train400 ft

Bus

Bus stop 7.3 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Ski storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Ski school
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Ski equipment hire
Laundry
Ski pass vendor
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Night club
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Hofmattstrasse 4, Zermatt, Switzerland, 3920

Map view

Hofmattstrasse 4, Zermatt, Switzerland, 3920

City landmarks

Landmark

The Matterhorn

1.2 mi

Church

Kapelle Winkelmatten "Zur Heiligen Familie"

4000 ft

Landmark

Sunnegga

1.5 mi

Landmark

Gorner Gorge

1.1 mi

Theme Park

Forest Fun-Park Zermatt

4200 ft

Beach

Leisee

1.3 mi

Church

Kapelle Blatten "Maria Rosenkranzkonigin"

1.0 mi

Ski Area

Wolli park for beginners Sunnegga

1.6 mi

Garden

Ricola Herb Garden

1.3 mi

Garden

Dossen Glacier Garden

2.0 mi

Landmark

Zmutt Glacier

1.8 mi

Landmark

Zmutt

1.8 mi

Bridge

Hangebrucke

2.0 mi

Church

Kapelle Riffelberg "Bruder Klaus"

2.1 mi

Beach

Grunsee

2.1 mi

Landmark

Kapelle Mutt

1.8 mi

Nearby

Museum

Matterhorn Museum

1200 ft

Cemetery

Mountaineer's Cemetery

1300 ft

Church

St Peter's English Church

800 ft

Bridge

Photopoint Kirchbrucke bridge

1200 ft

Church

Parish Church of St. Mauritius

1300 ft

Bahnhofstrasse

Walk of Climb

800 ft

Stellisee 3920 Zermatt

Stellisee

400 ft

Hinterdorfstrasse 25

Hinterdorfstrasse

800 ft

Hohbalmen

1000 ft

Castor Mountain

1000 ft

Seilerwiesenstrasse 9

Obere Matten playground no. 1

1100 ft

Murmeli Brunnen

800 ft

Triftbachstrasse 7

Bergfuhrerdenkmal

1000 ft

Denner Partner

1500 ft

Restaurants

Walliserkanne

400 ft

32 Bahnhofstrasse

Pizzeria Ristorante Molino

500 ft

Bahnhofstrasse 52 3920 Zermatt

Manud Cafe/bar

100 ft

Hofmattstrasse 4

Pollux

300 ft

Bahnhofstrasse 28 3920 Zermatt

Ristorante Vieux-Valais da Nico

300 ft

Hofmattstrasse 16

China Garden

300 ft

Bahnhofstrasse 18

Cafe Serac

200 ft

Hofmattstrasse 7

Baeckerei

200 ft

Bahnhofstrasse 28

Derby

300 ft

22 Bahnhofstrasse

Vegistube

300 ft

Bahnhofstrasse 28

Restaurant Pinte

300 ft

Bahnhofstrasse 28 Hotel Pollux

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Sam

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers a unique room experience with handcrafted designs by the owner, a cozy fireplace, and a balcony showcasing a stunning Matterhorn view. However, temperature control can be challenging in the room. The service is welcoming and helpful, while the dining options are varied and delicious. The location is ideal for exploring the village and enjoying the spa, but there were restrictions due to avalanche risks. Overall, a charming hotel with character and excellent amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The room's handcrafted design by the owner is charming, combining classic wood and chalet architecture with a loft-style. The bunk beds and the shower accessible via a ladder add a unique touch.

Service

8.0

The service was welcoming and helpful, making the stay pleasant and convenient for guests.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location in the heart of the village is convenient, with ski rental and shuttles nearby. However, there were restrictions due to avalanche risk during the stay.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience offered various delicious options, and the staff was friendly and accommodating.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides diverse facilities, including laundry services, airport shuttle, and ski equipment hire, enhancing the overall guest experience.

Charming handcrafted room design

Challenging temperature control in the room

Stephen

United States, March 2024

8.8/10

The hotel offers a unique experience with rooms featuring views of the forest and river, including a stunning glass cube with the bath and shower. The absence of a coffee machine was a downside, but the convenience of the boot room added value to the stay.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the view from my room, overlooking the forest and river, especially with the mesmerizing glass cube housing the bath and shower. The absence of a coffee machine was a bit disappointing, but the access to the boot room was really handy.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with helpful assistance provided in the ski room for taxis and storage. The staff had great knowledge of the area for skiing, and their understanding was top-notch.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is ideal, just a short walk from the train station and centered amidst all Zermatt attractions. Having a cinema and bar in the basement was a unique feature, and the convenience of ski rental in the same building and ski shuttle nearby made the stay even better.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very good, offering fresh fruits, bread, cheese, and meat with a fantastic view. Although there were limited choices, the overall quality was excellent.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were impressive, with various amenities offered such as laundry, airport shuttle services, and ski equipment rentals. The presence of a paid airport shuttle and pet amenities added extra convenience.

James

United States, March 2024

8.2/10

I had a great stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic, and the dining experience was enjoyable. However, there were a few setbacks with soundproofing and room temperature management.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but lacked soundproofing and struggled with regulating room temperature.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with very friendly and helpful staff.

Location

8.0

The hotel is superbly located in the heart of the village, close to ski-rental facilities and the ski shuttle. However, some rooms face the opposite side instead of the picturesque Matterhorn view.

Dining

8.0

Dining was delicious with a good selection for breakfast, including fresh fruits, bread, cheese, and meat.

Facilities

9.0

Various facilities available, making the stay enjoyable and convenient.

Friendly staff

Soundproofing issue

Alexander

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.2/10

The hotel offers a unique room experience with a huge bed and exceptional sleeping quality, along with a stylish atmosphere. The central location near the train station is convenient, but some cleanliness issues were noted. The service was friendly and helpful, although there were inconsistencies with towel stocking. Dining options were mixed, with limited selections but high praise for the friendly staff.

Rooms

8.0

The room was like a feather-filled boutique style, with a fusion of glass, steel, and wood, creating a unique atmosphere.

Service

7.0

The staff was quite young but friendly, offering recommendations and assistance when needed.

Location

6.0

The central location near the train station and village street offers convenience, with a supermarket in close proximity. However, cleanliness issues were noted.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had both positives and negatives, with friendly staff but limited selections at times.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides useful facilities like laundry services, airport shuttle, and options for ski equipment hire.

unique room design

cleanliness issues

Edward

United States, June 2023

9.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with clean and spacious rooms offering a refreshing view of the mountains from the balcony. The service was excellent, especially with accommodating our young children. The central location made it convenient to access various attractions in Zermatt. The dining experience was enjoyable with a good variety of options. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very clean and spacious with high ceilings and a direct view of the mountains from the balcony. It was a super refreshing experience in the morning.

Service

9.0

The staff, from reception to the spa, were great with our very young children and made us feel welcome. They were knowledgeable and incredibly helpful with any requests we had.

Location

10.0

The hotel is very central in Zermatt, less than a 5-minute walk from Gornergrat and the main station, allowing easy access to the train and ski slopes. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere added to the charm of the location.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely with plenty of options to choose from. The breakfast delivered every morning was quite good and enjoyed with a nice view.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were impressive, with a new concept and nice staff available for laundry, airport shuttle, ski pass vendor, and ski equipment hire.