120 Years of Hospitality: A Timeline of Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz

If you’re drawn to places where heritage is more than a story—it’s a living experience—this timeline of 120 Years of Hospitality at Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz is your guide. Set in the heart of St. Moritz with lake and mountain views, the hotel welcomes guests 365 days a year across 78 rooms and Junior Suites, pairing historic character with modern alpine comfort. Below, discover how art, cuisine, wellness, and effortless access to the Engadin have shaped an enduring tradition—and how to make the most of it on your next stay.

What makes this legacy unique (at a glance)

• Open 365 days a year: A year-round St. Moritz base in every season.
• 78 rooms and Junior Suites: Many with views over Lake St. Moritz and the surrounding peaks.
• 3-minute walk to the Chantarellabahn: Fast access to the Corviglia mountain area.
• Rooftop terrace with webcams: Panoramas of St. Moritz Bad, the lake (famed for its horse-racing events), Piz Mezdi, Muottas Muragl, and the village—also used for Friday-morning yoga.
• Wellness on site: Sauna, steam bath, and a relaxation terrace.
• Signature dining: Restaurant Segantini (à la carte; also welcomes external and non–half-board guests), all-day Acla (from homemade pasta, pizza and pinsa to bratwurst with rösti), Fondetta, and the alpine Clavadatsch hut with open-fire specialties.
• Bars and live music: Pianobar (live piano in the evenings), Le Hall, Stübli, and Muli.
• Mountain-ready amenities: Complimentary e-bikes for guests and an Engadin mountain-bike trail map at the hotel.
• Service essentials: Complimentary shuttle to and from St. Moritz railway station (Samedan Airport on request), best-price guarantee when you book direct, and in-room coffee machines.
• Practicalities: Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00; no after-hours check-in; dogs welcome (CHF 20 per day, without food)—with towel, bowl, and a treat provided; free outdoor parking (subject to availability) and garage parking with valet (CHF 25 per day).

A timeline of Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz

Over 120 years: A St. Moritz original

For more than 120 years, Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz has welcomed travelers in a location that places you steps from the village center and a short walk from mountain transport. The hotel’s year-round opening underscores a simple truth: alpine life here doesn’t pause with the seasons—it evolves with them.

1904 — The Segantini ceiling sets the tone

In 1904, artist Gottardo Segantini completed the ceiling painting that still crowns today’s Restaurant Segantini. The Segantini Breakfast Experience is more than a morning ritual; it’s a dialogue between art, heritage, and curated flavors. Beginning the day beneath this historic work grounds your stay in the hotel’s cultural DNA.

The rooftop perspective: Views that define St. Moritz

The hotel’s rooftop terrace and webcams offer a sweeping vantage point across St. Moritz Bad, the lake, Piz Mezdi, Muottas Muragl, and the village skyline. Used for activities such as Friday-morning yoga, the terrace frames sunrise moments and helps you plan your day at a glance.

Culinary chapters: From open-fire classics to all-day favorites

• Restaurant Segantini: A historic setting with à-la-carte dining, open to in-house, external, and non–half-board guests.
• Acla (all-day): A cheerful, everyday spot for homemade pasta, pizza and pinsa, classics like bratwurst with rösti, and crowd-pleasing dishes that suit any schedule.
• Fondetta: Another on-site option that rounds out the variety.
• Alphütte Clavadatsch: Above St. Moritz with panoramic views, the beloved terrace serves specialties like Zigeunerspiess and half chicken roasted over an open fireplace—a ritual that keeps regulars returning. The team pauses during the shoulder season and reopens on 27 June 2025; by arrangement, the hut remains available for private functions at any time.

Bars and live music: Evenings on the hotel’s "Barstreet"

After dinner, the hotel’s bar lineup brings atmosphere to the fore:

• Pianobar: Relax with drinks and live piano music in the evenings.
• Le Hall: A convivial central lounge to gather and linger.
• Stübli and Muli: Characterful spots for a nightcap, each with its own mood.

Rooms and views: Where the Engadin fills your window

Choose spaces that match how you travel and what you want to see:

• Small Double Room Glüna: Village view; explicitly ideal for solo travelers.
• Double Room Corviglia: Mountain and village views.
• Panorama Double Room Rosatsch: Lake view with balcony.
• Panorama Deluxe Double Room Staz: Extra-spacious, lake view with balcony.
• Panorama Family Room Mezdi: For up to four guests; lake view.
• Junior Suite Corvatsch: Lake view, separate sitting area, balcony.

All rooms include an in-room coffee machine, so easy starts (or late-night pick-me-ups) are always within reach.

Wellness and recovery: Heat, steam, and stillness

Wellness here favors simple, effective rituals: a sauna, steam bath, and a relaxation terrace. These well-maintained spaces are designed to help you soften tight ski legs, unwind after a hike, or reset between meetings.

Mountain access and mobility: From door to slope, or trail

• Just three minutes on foot to the Chantarellabahn for quick access to Corviglia.
• Complimentary e-bikes for guests make exploring easy.
• An Engadin mountain-bike trail map at the hotel helps you plan rides before you set off.

Service traditions, refined for today

• Best-price guarantee when you book through the hotel’s own channels.
• Complimentary transfers to and from St. Moritz railway station; Samedan Airport transfers available on request—just share your arrival time.
• Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 11:00. Please note there is no after-hours check-in.
• Pets: Dogs are welcome (CHF 20 per day, without food). A towel, bowl, and a treat are provided.
• Parking: Free outdoor parking (subject to availability) and garage parking with valet (CHF 25 per day).

FAQs about 120 Years of Hospitality at Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz

How old is Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz?

The hotel has been welcoming guests for more than 120 years.

Where is the hotel located?

At Via dal Bagn 54, CH-7500 St. Moritz, in the heart of the village with lake and mountain views, and a short walk from the Chantarellabahn.

Is the hotel open year-round?

Yes. The hotel is open 365 days a year.

What is the Segantini Breakfast Experience?

A curated breakfast served beneath the 1904 ceiling painting by Gottardo Segantini in Restaurant Segantini—uniting art, heritage, and flavor.

Does booking direct include a best-price guarantee?

Yes. Direct reservations (via the hotel’s booking engine or team) include a best-price guarantee and the most favorable conditions.

How close is the Chantarellabahn?

It’s an approximately three-minute walk from the hotel, providing quick access to Corviglia.

Are e-bikes available?

Yes. Guests can borrow e-bikes free of charge.

Is there live music at the hotel?

Yes. The Pianobar hosts live piano music in the evenings.

What wellness facilities are on site?

A sauna, steam bath, and relaxation terrace.

Are pets welcome?

Yes. Dogs are welcome (CHF 20 per day, without food). The hotel provides a towel, bowl, and a treat.

Does the hotel offer a shuttle?

Yes. Complimentary transfers are offered to and from St. Moritz railway station; Samedan Airport transfers are available on request.

Can I buy gift vouchers?

Yes. You can purchase gift vouchers for accommodation or culinary experiences.

What parking options are available?

Free outdoor parking (subject to availability) and garage parking with valet for CHF 25 per day.

When is the Clavadatsch hut open?

The team pauses during the shoulder season and reopens on 27 June 2025. The hut remains available for private functions at any time by arrangement.

Do rooms have coffee machines?

Yes. All rooms include an in-room coffee machine.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 11:00. Note that after-hours check-in is not available.

Practical tips to plan your heritage stay

1. Book direct to secure the best-price guarantee and favorable conditions.
2. Reserve the Segantini Breakfast Experience to start a day of sightseeing under the historic 1904 ceiling.
3. Time your mountain days: with the Chantarellabahn three minutes away, you can be on Corviglia soon after breakfast.
4. Choose your view: For lake panoramas, consider Panorama Double Room Rosatsch, Panorama Deluxe Double Room Staz, Panorama Family Room Mezdi, or Junior Suite Corvatsch. Solo travelers will find the Small Double Room Glüna ideal.
5. Make dining easy: Keep Acla in mind for flexible, all-day options; plan a special lunch on the Clavadatsch terrace for open-fire classics (check seasonal operations; private events possible by arrangement).
6. Catch live piano: Unwind at the Pianobar after dinner.
7. Use the rooftop webcams: Check weather and light before a hike, bike ride, or ski run; join Friday-morning yoga when available.
8. Explore on two wheels: Borrow e-bikes and pick up the Engadin mountain-bike trail map at the hotel.
9. Arrange your transfer: Share your arrival time to use the complimentary railway-station shuttle (Samedan Airport on request).
10. Traveling with a dog? The hotel welcomes dogs (CHF 20/day, without food) and provides a towel, bowl, and a treat.

Conclusion: Be part of the next chapter

From the 1904 Segantini ceiling to today’s year-round alpine experiences, Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz turns 120 Years of Hospitality into something you can feel—in the art above your table, the mountain air on the rooftop, and the easy rhythm of a stay steps from the slopes.

Ready to plan? Explore Rooms & Junior Suites, book a table at Restaurant Segantini or Acla, preview the day on the rooftop webcams, and book direct for the best-price guarantee.

Questions or special requests? Call +41 81 837 07 07 or email info@schweizerhofstmoritz.ch.