Hotel Helvetia

Hotels
Independent
7.2 (133 reviews)
Bahnhofstrasse 72, Zermatt, VS, 3920 , Zermatt , CH

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Ski storage
Wheelchair accessible
ATM/banking
Gift shops or newsstand
Shopping on site
Golfing nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Good value for money
Excellent food and beverage
Cons:
Noise from the street
Lack of service assistance
Difficulties with stairs

Categories

Cleanliness
5.45
Multiple reviews mentioned clean rooms, but issues like unusable WiFi and poor lighting detracted from overall impressions.
Service
7.45
Service was generally described as standard, though issues were noted with check-in and assistance with luggage.
Location
7.95
The hotel is well-located near the main street and train station, though this comes with noise from nightlife.
Room Quality
6.95
Rooms were appreciated for their views, but issues such as heavy stairs and outdated amenities were mentioned.
Amenities
6.45
Basic amenities were noted, with significant critiques regarding WiFi and lighting but complemented by breakfast.
Value for Money
7.95
Overall considered good value for the location, though some guests felt amenities were lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Breakfast and dining experiences received positive remarks, with several guests highlighting quality food.
Overall Experience
6.95
Overall stay was positive despite some significant drawbacks related to service and room conditions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 15:30

Property Description

Discover the enchanting Hotel Helvetia, a cozy retreat nestled in the heart of Zermatt, just moments away from the breathtaking Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise.

Unmatched Convenience
Enjoy seamless connectivity with complimentary wireless internet access throughout the hotel. Our convenient ski storage ensures you have everything you need at your fingertips, while our gift shops and newsstands provide little luxuries to enhance your stay.

Delicious Dining
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at Restaurant Helvetia, where you can savor a diverse menu crafted to please your palate. Start your day right with a complimentary buffet breakfast served daily, and unwind at our inviting bar/lounge with your favorite drink.

Comfortable Rooms
Relax in one of our 14 well-appointed guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions, cable programming, and modern amenities such as safes and electric kettles. Our cozy accommodations provide an ideal haven for after a thrilling day on the slopes.

Your unforgettable adventure awaits at Hotel Helvetia. Book now!

Important information:

  • Children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: GVA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 133 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.45
Service: 7.45
Location: 7.95
Room Quality: 6.95
Amenities: 6.45
Value for Money: 7.95
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 6.95
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Simon partner
8
Pros:

Hotel is rustic chalet style. Small but comfortable rooms. No welcoming front desk, just keys hanging on a board. Great location to Zermatt station, many food options, a little noisy when these close for the night.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Monica
6
Pros:

Room was clean. Staff were rude. Shower didn’t drain. Walls are very thin so you can clearly hear your neighbors. It’s a good location but it may be worthwhile to pay a bit more elsewhere.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Brown family
2
Pros:

First, we couldn’t find the entrance to the hotel (I had to ask a very annoyed shop owner at the street…she was complaining about having to do this all the time). No one was there to meet us for checkin, there are no elevators, nor was anyone to help us bring our large heavy luggage up 4 flights of stairs in a very narrow stairwell. The bumping music from the bars kept us up all night, and the majority of the lightbulbs in the unit were out…don’t waist your time!

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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MIKE family_with_children
8
Pros:

Clean, safe and spacious room. Mattresses need replacing and the hotel’s proximity to the local bars made it a bit noisy. However, Overall we had a good stay.

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
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Christine Lou
8
Pros:

The hotel is in the main street of Zermatt, and it’s just a 6-minute walk from the train station. It’s above a restaurant on a busy street, so it’s a bit noisy at night. It was manageable and I did manage to sleep. So it was okay.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Carol partner
10
Pros:

Although the property was older, this just added to the charm for us. We could view the Matterhorn from our bedroom window and this hotel was in the best location of the whole of Zermatt.
There is no lift, so alot of stairs with heavy cases. But we were aware and didnt mind the extra fitness.
Breakfast was included and much appreciated.
Would definately stay again.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
K
Kathryn
8
Pros:

It was perfect for what

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer
6
Pros:

The WiFi was unusable - too slow, no connection, or poor connection. Many stairs to room on top floor with no elevator. Hotel located near church with constant church bells ringing and noise from downtown - being earplugs. Comfortable bed. Clean room. Poor lighting in room. Standard, basic European breakfast.

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
M
Mohammad
10
Pros:

Excellent for 1st timer

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
D
Don
2
HORRIBLE
Pros:

In a place like Zermatt, can’t believe this place exists. The hotel locks the doors all day and puts your key on a ring for anyone like a hostel. When I got into room (which was a journey up 4 flights of stairs with multiple bags, I found a place like a college dorm with no sheets or pillow cases, no refridg, no phone, no one in office and not even a closure on shower.

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
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Adnan family_with_children
10
Pros:

Clean, small hotel and right in the main market. Awesome location and great value

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
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Paul family
10
Pros:

Property was a 5 min walk from the train station. The buffet breakfast was great. Great views from our balc. The stairs up to our room were tight and we struggled with ours suitcases. Otherwise perfect place to stay ony overlooking Zermatt

2025-08-02 via Nuitee
B
Beverly
6
Pros:

Breakfast included was very nice. The attached Italian restaurant was excellent.

2025-07-31 via Nuitee
B
Bijaya family
6
Pros:

I liked the balcony and view of square from there. Problems are it's right next to bust main street, so noise is issue. More that that my problem was the cigarette smoke from the bar downstairs which has outdoor nice seating. This place is in middle of hustle bustle but you have to pay price for it. I liked it. Next time I will choose some quieter place.

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
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kristy l
10
Pros:

We had a room at the front of the building and it was AMAZING!! Yes, we had to lug a suitcase each up the narrow stairs, but once up there and the view is seen, all is forgiven!!
I made my family sleep with the doors open for the fresh air, and so I could hear the music and sounds of town as I drifted off to sleep. Then waking up to the sun rising over the mountains, birds chirping.... It was perfect!!
Breakfast was the cherry on top!! Besides the very easy walk from the station, hehe!
Definitely recommend this place if you have the physical ability to carry suitcases up stairs :)

2025-07-19 via Nuitee
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Tangent family
10
Pros:

Spacious unit. Clean. At the center of the town, but might be too loud especially at night when all restaurants around are busy.

2025-07-06 via Nuitee
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Susan
6
Pros:

Wifi didnt work. The rooms windows all faced cafes or other smoking areas so a non-smoking room was a joke. The included breakfast was a good choice. We felt like we were in a basement. Also the room cist more than a decent room in Paris. Cant recommend.

2025-06-27 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth
2
Pros:

This is the most horrible hotel I stayed in my travel history

2025-06-22 via Nuitee
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Jeysha family
8
Pros:

A 8 min de la estación del tren, de McDonald's, restaurantes y supermercados Migro y Coop. Exactamente lo necesario para dormir y bañarase. Justo en la calle principal. No tiene aire, el balcón se comparte con otras habitaciones y hay que dejar las puertas al balcón abiertas para la ventilación. Baño pequeño. Desayuno sencillo pero funcional. No tiene ascensor, es auto check in. Solo estuve 1 noche. Me volveria a quedar.

2025-06-16 via Nuitee
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Rosemary partner
8
Pros:

The room, bath room, beds and space were all fine-----but they were on the 5th floor with no elevator. Climbing with luggage was a challenge.
Finding the hotel was not straightforward. More signage would be helpful. The neighbor businesses were annoyed that we were asking for help to find the entrance.
Breakfast was good.

2025-06-15 via Nuitee