Season Opening Preview: First Snow, First Events & What Schweizerhof Guests Can Expect

The Season Opening in St. Moritz brings that unmistakable spark: early runs on Corviglia, long blue-hour evenings, and the return of signature in-house moments. At Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz, Season Opening means seamless ski access just a three-minute walk from the Chantarella funicular, refined dining and bar culture, and winter-ready amenities designed to make your first snow weekend effortless. Here’s your preview—and how to secure the best opening-week stay.

What Season Opening Means at Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz

Season Opening marks the hotel’s full winter rhythm across mountain access, dining, wellness, and evening venues. The property blends Belle Époque character with modern comforts in the heart of St. Moritz Dorf, putting shops, cafés, and the lake promenade within easy strolls.

• Breakfast is included with every stay, so you can head for first lifts well-fueled.
• The Chantarellabahn funicular is a three-minute walk, giving you fast access to Corviglia when the mountain opens.
• In winter, the wellness area (sauna, steam bath, relaxation terrace) operates daily from 14:00 to 22:00.
• A nightly turndown service complements daily housekeeping for a consistently fresh room.
• Complimentary PressReader access offers more than 7,000 digital newspapers and magazines—ideal for relaxing after the slopes.

Tip for planners: Book direct to benefit from the hotel’s best-price guarantee and the most favourable conditions.

First Snow & First Runs: How to Get on the Mountain Fast

Three-minute access to Corviglia

Reaching the slopes early is simple. Walk three minutes to the Chantarellabahn and connect to Corviglia for panoramic pistes and classic Engadin views.

Sleep + Ski made simple

• A Sleep + Ski package is available for stays of at least two nights.
• The discounted ski pass must be purchased for the entire duration of your stay rather than individual days.

This approach streamlines your first-snow getaway: one booking, one pass, no daily queueing.

Lessons with certified instructors

If you’re dialing in technique on the first snow, the team can arrange ski or snowboard lessons with certified instructors. Pricing varies by level, duration, and season—simply outline your goals and preferred timing when you book.

Shuttle and private transfers

• The hotel operates an electric bus (E-Bus) for low-emission transfers to and from St. Moritz railway station and, on request, Samedan Airport.
• Private transfers to Zurich or Milan airports can be arranged at CHF 850 per one-way journey.

Store your ski gear between stays

Make repeat early-season weekends effortless. The hotel offers a dedicated bag-deposit service for heavy ski equipment, stored securely and prepped for your next visit.

Opening Week Dining & Evening Venues

Expect a refined yet relaxed culinary rhythm during Season Opening. Whether you’re après-hungry or dinner-dressed, there’s a venue for every pace.

Restaurants

• Restaurant Segantini
  • Breakfast: 07:00–10:30 (winter)
  • Dinner: 19:00–21:30 (winter)
  • À la carte evenings welcome non-half-board guests.
• Acla
  • Daily service: 11:30–22:00 (continuous)
  • Casual, all-day plates when you’re back from the mountain.
• Alphütte Clavadatsch
  • Opening hours: 11:00–16:00 in winter (and summer); closes in the low season.
  • A sought-after terrace above St. Moritz with panoramic views and dishes like Zigeunerspiess and half chicken roasted over an open fireplace.

Cuisine across venues ranges from homemade pasta and pinsa to grilled specialties over an open fire. A half-board plan is available at CHF 70.00 per adult, per day.

Bars and late evenings

• Pianobar: 20:00–02:00/03:00 (winter), with live piano music in the evenings.
• Stübli: 20:00–03:00/04:00 (winter).
• Muli: 22:00–03:00/04:00 (winter).
• Le Hall: 15:00–23:00.

External guests are welcome at Restaurant Acla and the bars—reservations are recommended in high season.

Wellness & Wind-Down After the First Snow

After your first turns, unwind with winter-ready wellness and rooftop perspectives of the Engadin.

• Winter hours: Sauna, steam bath, and relaxation terrace are open daily from 14:00 to 22:00.
• Rooftop yoga: Every Friday from 07:30–08:30; hotel guests and local residents are welcome (call +41 81 837 07 07 to register).
• Webcams on the rooftop terrace: Check real-time weather and panorama before you head out. From the terrace—and on the webcam feed—you’ll look over St. Moritz Bad, Lake St. Moritz (famed for horse-racing events), Piz Mezdi, Muottas Muragl, and the surrounding mountains and village.

Rooms for Opening Week: Space, Views, and Flexibility

Choose the room type that matches your Season Opening priorities—lake panoramas, added living space, or family-friendly setups.

• Panorama Deluxe Double Room Staz: The most spacious double room category, with a private balcony and panoramic views of Lake St. Moritz.
• Junior Suite Corvatsch: A separate sitting area complements the bedroom and balcony—ideal for unhurried morning routines.
• Interconnecting/adjoining rooms: Available for larger families or groups.
• Families with young children: A baby cot can be supplied free of charge on request; an extra bed is available free for children up to 5 years old (subject to availability).
• In-room safes are available in every guest room for valuables.

Practicalities That Matter in Winter

• Valet and parking: Outdoor spaces are complimentary when available; garage spaces with valet service cost CHF 25 per day and include windshield de-icing each winter morning.
• Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are welcome at CHF 20 per day (food not included). Dogs are allowed in all restaurants, bars, and common areas except Restaurant Segantini.
• Early arrival and late departure: Early check-in can be arranged free of charge, subject to availability. Late check-out is subject to availability and billed at 50% of the room rate.
• Luggage storage: Available before check-in and after check-out.
• Breakfast-to-go: Ask reception to prepare a packed breakfast if you’re heading out early.
• Hair salon: A hairdresser is located within the hotel.
• Car hire: The hotel can arrange rentals via Europcar, approximately a five-minute walk away.

How to Secure Your Season Opening Reservation

1. Book direct for the best-price guarantee and most favourable conditions.
2. Consider the Sleep + Ski option if staying two or more nights; remember the pass applies to the full stay duration.
3. Enter special requests (e.g., specific room location or early arrival) when booking; the team will do their best to accommodate these, subject to availability.
4. Arrange transfers early: reserve the E-Bus station pick-up and, if needed, Zurich or Milan airport transfers (CHF 850 one-way).
5. Reserve your restaurant tables in advance. Use the online request form with your preferred venue, date, time, and party size; written confirmation follows within 24 hours.
6. Pre-book ski lessons if you have a target start time for opening weekend.
7. Traveling as a group? For more than six rooms, different conditions and supplements may apply—contact reservations for tailored terms.
8. Subscribe to the newsletter for updates and special offers as opening week approaches.

Opening Week at a Glance (Winter)

• Ski access: 3-minute walk to the Chantarellabahn for Corviglia.
• Wellness hours: 14:00–22:00 daily.
• Breakfast: Included with every stay.
• Dining highlights:
  • Restaurant Segantini breakfast 07:00–10:30; dinner 19:00–21:30.
  • Acla 11:30–22:00 continuous service.
  • Clavadatsch 11:00–16:00 (winter; closed in low season).
• Bars:
  • Le Hall 15:00–23:00; Pianobar 20:00–02:00/03:00 with live piano; Stübli 20:00–03:00/04:00; Muli 22:00–03:00/04:00.
• Friday rooftop yoga: 07:30–08:30 (registration required).
• Valet parking: CHF 25 per day (garage), with winter windshield de-icing; outdoor parking complimentary when available.
• Dogs: CHF 20 per day; welcome in all venues except Restaurant Segantini.

Quick Answers for First-Timers

• Is breakfast included? Yes, a complimentary breakfast buffet is included with all stays.
• Do you offer half-board? Yes, at CHF 70.00 per adult per day; à la carte dining remains available.
• How close is the hotel to the ski area? It’s a three-minute walk to the Chantarellabahn for Corviglia.
• Can you arrange ski or snowboard lessons? Yes, with certified instructors; pricing varies by level, duration, and season.
• What are the winter wellness hours? 14:00–22:00 daily (sauna, steam bath, relaxation terrace).
• Is there a shuttle? Yes, an electric bus operates to/from St. Moritz station and, on request, Samedan Airport.
• Are dogs allowed in restaurants and bars? Yes, in all except Restaurant Segantini.
• Do rooms have safes? Yes, there is a personal safe in every room.
• Is there evening entertainment? Yes, the Pianobar hosts live piano music in the evenings.

Related Guides and Pages to Explore

• St. Moritz in Winter: plan mountain days and off-slope activities.
• Packages and Special Offers: see current deals, including Sleep + Ski.
• Restaurants and Bars: explore menus and opening hours for Segantini, Acla, Clavadatsch, Pianobar, Stübli, Muli, and Le Hall.
• Panorama Deluxe Room Staz and Junior Suite Corvatsch: compare space and views for your opening-week stay.
• Meetings & Banquet: planning a winter kickoff for your team? Explore Segantini Saal, Salon Flugi, Lions Saal, and the Clavadatsch hut.

Conclusion: Make the Most of Season Opening

Season Opening at Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz brings together everything you want from the first snow: rapid access to Corviglia, a winter-ready wellness routine, convivial dining and bars, and thoughtful services that smooth every step. Book direct for the best conditions, line up Sleep + Ski for two nights or more, and lock in transfers, lessons, and dining before you arrive.

Ready to experience the first turns and first events of the season? Reserve your Season Opening stay at Hotel Schweizerhof St. Moritz today or call +41 81 837 07 07 to personalise your plans.