Grand Hotel Kronenhof, Pontresina

The Grand Restaurant, decorated in neo-Baroque style, serves traditional Swiss and international dishes with a jacket dress code for dinner. The à-la-carte Kronenstübli gourmet restaurant holds 16 GaultMillau points and requires smart casual attire. Le Pavillon offers light menus and drinks on its wooden terrace, and the hotel was awarded GaultMillau Hotel of the Year in 2008.

The Kronenhof Spa covers over 2,000 m2 and includes a lavish pool, a children's pool, a wellness bath area, a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna, and a stone grotto steam bath. Additional facilities are a saltwater grotto, a relax floating-bath, a Kneipp footpath, and a relaxation room with fireplace. The spa has 13 treatment rooms and a fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment.

The hotel runs its own children's club and a children's restaurant for children older than 3, with professional babysitting services available. During summer, children up to 12 years stay free of charge in an extra bed. The property holds the family hotel hallmark of excellence awarded by the Swiss hotel association.

In winter, guests staying longer than one night receive a complimentary ski pass for CHF 55 per person per day, and the hotel operates a private natural ice rink and a vintage bowling alley. A free shuttle service connects to nearby ski areas and train stations, and ski equipment hire is available on site. In summer, guests staying 2 or more nights get free use of all mountain trains in the Upper Engadine region.

Built in the late 19th century in neo-Baroque style, the hotel dates back to 1848 and is protected as a heritage site. It is a member of Swiss Deluxe Hotels and features panoramic views of the Bernina glaciers and Engadine Mountains. The property also offers an electric vehicle charging station, valet parking, and a barber/beauty shop.

Location: Pontresina, Engadin Valley, with views of Bernina glaciers and Roseg Glacier

Spa: 2,000+ m2 Kronenhof Spa with 13 treatment rooms, Finnish sauna, and saltwater grotto

Dining: 3 restaurants including GaultMillau-rated Kronenstübli and neo-Baroque Grand Restaurant

Family: Children's club, children's restaurant, and family hotel hallmark of excellence

Winter: Private ice rink, vintage bowling alley, and complimentary ski pass for CHF 55/day

Summer: Free mountain trains in Upper Engadine for stays of 2+ nights

History: Heritage-protected neo-Baroque building from 1848, Swiss Deluxe Hotels member