TRAVEL SERIES || Badrutt's Palace Hotel in St.Moritz, Switzerland
As the world slowly re-opens post-pandemic, the desire to discover new lands and experiences is at an all-time high. Our travel series seeks to inspire you with unique travel options and itineraries worldwide, spanning the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and beyond. Join us as we explore Badrutt’s Palace Hotel perched high on the luxury alpine resort town of St.Moritz, Switzerland.
I fondly recall my train ride through Switzerland and how I was captivated by the jaw-dropping majestic Swiss Alps framed in the train windows. A truly magnificent view I would never forget.
This is why today we have chosen to share with you the Badrutt's Palace Hotel, a stylish and opulent getaway in the luxury alpine resort of St.Moritz in Switzerland. Since its door opened in 1896, it's been the getaway destination for visitors from the world over. Known for its legendary service, with a staff count of 280 during the summer season and a staggering 520 staff during the winter season, and magical atmosphere, you will feel as though you have been whisked away into the scenes of a wondrous fairytale.
Set against a beautiful nature backdrop, Badrutt’s Palace offers a picturesque stay in the summer and winter.
WHERE GENERATIONS HAVE MET SINCE 1896
Whether you decide to visit during the summer or winter season, you can always count on Badrutt's Palace Hotel to deliver a memorable experience. You can discover the Swiss winter at a height of 1830m or discover sun-soaked Engadin in summer. Badrutt's Palace offers an elevated and exclusive stay for guests with 157 guest rooms, 43 of which are suites.
With 9 restaurants and 3 bars, as well as an expansive spa & indoor-outdoor pool in addition to numerous luxurious amenities, you can look forward to an inspiring and revitalizing journey as soon as you step foot in the door.
Relax in the wood-panelled dining rooms with soaring ceilings framed by luxurious velvet draped curtains and take in the breath-taking views of the mountainous landscape beyond.
Le Grand Hall where meals are accompanied by piano music.
A CURATED COLLECTION OF DIVERSE CULINARY EXPERIENCES
For culinary enthusiasts who love to explore new tastes for each of their meals, you can rest assured there is no shortage of options on site at Badrutt's Palace. With curated dining experiences that guarantee a delectable culinary journey from day to night, you will surely recall every lovely meal long after your stay.
In the wood-panelled Le Grand Hall piano music accompanies traditional afternoon tea where delectable creations by a world class pâtisserie indulge the eye and the palate.
3-star chef Andreas Caminada’s (2 Michelin stars & 17 Gault Millau points) presents IGNIV, an innovative fine-dining concept that harmoniously blends with the historic surroundings. The restaurant was honoured with its second Michelin star in 2020.
At IGNIV guests will discover the innovative fine dining menu curated by chef Andreas Caminada.
Le Restaurant serves up a breakfast to remember or a romantic dinner by candlelight.
For a romantic meal — think candlelight, white tablecloths, crystal chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows, head to Le Restaurant for an enchanting evening featuring international and French cuisine. The restaurant also offers a delightful breakfast, where you can gaze out to the snow-covered peaks and unwind with live harp music.
If you are looking for flavours you can't find elsewhere, La Coupole - Matsuhisa helmed by star chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, located in the hotel's former indoor tennis hall (also Europe's first tennis hall), serves up an imaginative fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines. The interior is covered by a stylish glass dome and includes a cocktail and sushi bar as well as a private dining room.
The Renaissance Bar where you can sink back into the leather armchairs and enjoy a fine cigar.
Renaissance Bar offers the perfect spot to withdraw for a fine cigar or to indulge in an after-dinner drink. Whereas, guests who prefer urban dining and exuberant dancing should block out several evenings in the calendar right now for King’s Social House by Jason Atherton – an exciting Dining & Dancing concept that launched in December 2018 and where international DJs such as Joe T Vannelli, Tom Novy and Kenny Carpenter (who has already done a set in the legendary Studio 54 in New York) will get the party started within its newly clad walls by street artists Bane & Pest.
Last but not least, one mustn't miss out on a dining opportunity on the picturesque patio at Chesa Veglia. A short walk over the street and up a few steps leads you to 460-year-old Chesa Veglia (15 Gault Millau points). The former farm house with regional Swiss flair now houses two bars and three restaurants for lovers of authentic Italian pizza, elegant French cuisine and rustic Swiss specialities.
Patio dining at the 460 year-old Chesa Veglia.
REJUVENATE YOUR SOUL AT PALACE WELLNESS
Aside from the diverse culinary options available at Badrutt's Palace, a world of wellness and rejuvenation awaits at the hotel's dedicated spa and expansive pool.
Discover the indoor infinity pool with its grandiose backdrop or go with the flow – out into the heated outdoor pool. The spacious fitness area offers hydrotherapy treatments as well as aroma and salt steam saunas, and every amenities space has the area's scenic views as the backdrop.
The expansive indoor pool offers unforgettable views of the surrounding mountains, and you can swim out to the outdoor heated pool to get ever closer to nature.
Relax and recharge in one of the 157 guest rooms at Badrutt’s Palace.
Badrutt's Palace Hotel is a destination where one can expect one of the best and most unforgettable hospitality experiences. The hotel has recognized with numerous awards over its century of service, with the latest accolades including Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars for excellent service, Wine Spectator Award Best of Award of Excellence, and Reader’s Choice Awards Condé Nast Traveller, where the hotel ranked 5th among the 15 Top Hotels in Europe.
Whether you visit during the summer or winter season, Badrutt’s Palace promises a memorable stay.
Photos courtesy of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel
