Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus
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Why people book this hotel
“Location, style of property, atmosphere”
“Location, ski-in ski-out, friendly staff and common areas”
“Thé hôtel, staff very very nice”
“Staff were very friendly and helpful”
“Breakfast, surroundings”
“Simple, but very good breakfast”
“The hotel has an amazing garden, good restaurant and some activity as pool”
Overview
Surrounded by a forest at 2,100 metres above sea level, the Grand Hotel offers panoramic views over Arolla and the Valais Alps. The ski lifts and slopes are right outside. The en-suite rooms are decorated in a traditional Alpine style with wooden furniture. The restaurant serves Swiss cuisine and traditional Valais specialities. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire Grand Hotel & Kurhaus. Guests can play table tennis and relax in the library and the TV room. Massage treatments are also offered. Free private parking is available on site. The hotel can only be reached through a private road. The centre of Arolla is a 10-minute walk away.
Traveller reviews
Zaira
couple
June 7, 2026
“A lovely stay in the mountains with our dogs, recommend a room with a balcony”
Location, style of property, atmosphere
EMILIE
couple
May 3, 2026
“Fantastic”
Thé hôtel, staff very very nice. The place, the ambiance
Caroline
couple
February 27, 2026
“Step back in time and relax.”
Old world and calm, wonderful area. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Dinner was excellent, lovely menu and top class presentation.
PAOLO
family_with_children
February 21, 2026
“Amazing holiday spent with the whole family, our kids loved it! Will definitely go back”
Location, ski-in ski-out, friendly staff and common areas
Beatriz
couple
September 16, 2025
Beautiful hotel surrounded by nature and excellent views. The staff is super nice.
Mark
extended_group
August 26, 2025
“Affordable old style alpine grandeur in a fabulous location - don't tell anyone !”
Lovely and atmospheric, old hotel in a simply fabulous location. Great food, lovely staff, couldn't fault it
Peter
couple
August 13, 2025
Location is unique and the place breathes mountain adventures. Staff very friendly!
Umberto
couple
August 13, 2025
The place is amazing! One of the most beatiful place we stayed during our haute route trek.
Mark
couple
August 11, 2025
“Wonderful stay at the hotel during our hike.”
Location and grounds
Lucas
extended_group
August 11, 2025
“Great stop after a long hike”
Amazing establishment, great location for hiking and discovering mountains. The hotel has an amazing garden, good restaurant and some activity as pool
lasse
couple
August 9, 2025
“A sanctuary retreat place”
Spectacular location
Brigitte
extended_group
July 31, 2025
Breakfast, surroundings
Jakub
couple
July 4, 2025
Simple, but very good breakfast.
Armelle
solo_traveller
June 30, 2025
“Amazing location in the forest with a great view, a memorable stay!”
location and building style, authenticity.
Stavros
extended_group
June 13, 2025
Amazing historic hotel, amazing location
David
solo_traveller
March 10, 2025
“Delightful piece of old Switzerland, good food delightful staff, beautiful location”
The overall hotel is great
Judy
couple
February 14, 2025
“Very nice hotel, in a lovely position and the ski area, while small is amazing.”
Very good location, ski in, ski out (with a little bit of up hill walking). Hotel was very rustic, but charming. Staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was very good, and beautiful views of the mountains.
Martin
extended_group
January 25, 2025
“Lovely staff, they made our stay memorable”
Old but charming
Owen
family_with_children
January 20, 2025
“The ski in / ski out location is unbeatable - and the hotel is great, even with its eccentricities!”
Excellent breakfast - best to get there early (0730) to make the most of it
azaria
family_with_children
January 12, 2025
“Amazing”
Hi we are all the way from New Zealand, I love this hotel so much. Very cosy. I love that they have a larger space where children can hangout . Breakfast is very good with many options. Reception staff are very kind and accommodating, the outside views are also outstanding! . I would love to come back to Switzerland and stay here again!
Facilities
Activities
Skiing, Games room, Solarium, Massage, Children's playground, Billiards, Table tennis, Darts, Hiking, Cycling, Kids' club, Badminton equipment, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Temporary art galleries, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Coffee house on site, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Lift, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Pet bowls, Shuttle service, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (free), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, Meeting/banquet facilities, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Ski
Ski storage, Ski school, Ski-to-door access
Transport
Public transport tickets
Standard Family Room
Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 4 beds.
Superior Family Room
Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 5 beds.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
This room category offers a balcony or a bathtub. Some of these rooms have mountain view.
Double or Twin Room with Balcony
The twin/double room offers a wardrobe, heating, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower.
Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
Featuring free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room features a wardrobe, heating and garden views.
Double or Twin Room with View
Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift.
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