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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free private parking available at the hotel

Ski-to-door


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
2 bunk beds
3 single beds
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Emily
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Lovely old building, really nice restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Will definitely try to stay here again.
  • Noboru
    Belgium Belgium
    In Arolla, this is the only place you can ski out ski in really. Old atmosphere is good to get the feeling of being out of the noisy, crowded urban life. Since my earlier visits some years ago, they did selective modernisation.
  • Matthias
    Belgium Belgium
    Location, location, location. Wonderful spot in the middle of the mountains in Arolla, with views on the Pigne & Mont Collon. Rooms are tiny and creaky, the shower is not really fit for tall (or large) people, but the surroundings and the...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
3 restaurants on site

  • Le Jardin des Arolles
    • Cuisine
      French • Local • European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Le Carnotzet
    • Cuisine
      French • Local • European
    • Open for
      Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • L'Honorine
    • Cuisine
      French • Local • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus

Most popular facilities
  • 3 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski-to-door access
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Badminton equipment
  • Kids' club
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Skiing
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Solarium
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus

  • Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus is 250 yards from the centre of Arolla. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus has 3 restaurants:

    • Le Jardin des Arolles
    • Le Carnotzet
    • L'Honorine

  • Check-in at Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family

  • Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Skiing
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Darts
    • Kids' club
    • Solarium
    • Full body massage
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights
    • Badminton equipment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Yoga classes
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live music/performance
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Walking tours

  • Yes, Grand Hôtel & Kurhaus is popular with guests booking family stays.