FAQ Schweizerhof, Sils Maria

Last updated: 02-10-2026

Who Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is for

Who is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria suited to?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria suits families, ski holidays, cross-country skiing, hiking and biking holidays, and guests travelling with a dog. The 3-star hotel stands at 1,800 m in the Upper Engadin and has 122 rooms, including 16 family rooms of 35 to 50 m², two restaurants and a bar. In winter the ski bus stops on the Dorfplatz directly in front of the hotel and reaches the Furtschellas valley station in 2 to 3 minutes, and from the second night buses and trains in the Upper Engadin are included. The wellness area has been closed for renovation since 07-04-2026 and reopens for the summer season in June 2027; until then hotel guests have free entry to OVAVERVA in St. Moritz.

Is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria suitable for families?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has 16 family rooms: 4 Duplex Family Rooms and 10 Panorama Duplex Family Rooms of 35 m² each for up to 4 people, and 2 two-bedroom family rooms of 50 m² with a balcony for up to 5 people. The basement has a games room with billiards, table tennis, air hockey, pinball, darts, table football and two PlayStations, plus a small cinema. From the second night, children under 6 travel on buses and trains in the Upper Engadin without their own ticket, older children receive their own guest ticket, and half board for children costs CHF 20 per day. All family rooms are on the rooms page.

Is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria suitable for a ski holiday?

Yes, at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria the ski bus stops on the Dorfplatz directly in front of the hotel and reaches the Furtschellas valley station in 2 to 3 minutes. The Corvatsch-Furtschellas ski area has 120 km of pistes reaching 3,303 m, and with the Sleep+Ski pass at CHF 55 per person per day you ski in every area of Engadin St. Moritz. Skis stay in the ski room in the basement, and ski boots dry in the boot room. The winter season runs from 04-12-2026 to 04-04-2027. More on the alpine skiing in Sils Maria page.

Is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria suitable for a biking, hiking or trail running holiday?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is a Swiss Bike Hotel and holds the Swiss Running Hotel label. Bikes are parked in the hotel garage, where e-bikes charge for free, and the hotel rents out e-bikes, SUP boards and walking poles. In summer, buses, trains and the mountain railways in the Upper Engadin are included from the second night; bike transport needs a separate ticket. The Fex valley is 4 to 15 minutes on foot from the hotel and Lake Sils 15 to 20 minutes. More on the Swiss Bike Hotel page.

Wellness and renovation

Is the wellness area at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria open?

No, the wellness area at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has been closed since 07-04-2026 for a CHF 5 million renovation and reopens for the summer season in June 2027. This also applies to day entry for guests not staying at the hotel. The hotel stays open during the renovation, and in this period hotel guests have free entry to OVAVERVA in St. Moritz; the entry wristbands are available at reception. More on the wellness and spa page.

When does the new wellness area at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria open, and what will it include?

The new wellness area at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria reopens for the summer season in June 2027 and covers 750 m² with saunas, an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Until then the area is under renovation, which began on 07-04-2026 and costs CHF 5 million. The hotel stays open to guests throughout.

Which spa can I use during the renovation at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

During the renovation, guests of Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have free entry to OVAVERVA in St. Moritz, a pool, spa and sports centre at Via Mezdi 17 with 5 pools, a sauna, a spa and a gym. The entry wristbands are available at reception. From the second night the bus to St. Moritz is included.

Winter and skiing

How close is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria to the slopes, and is it a ski-in, ski-out hotel?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is not a ski-in, ski-out hotel. In winter the ski bus stops on the Dorfplatz directly in front of the hotel and takes 2 to 3 minutes to the Furtschellas valley station, about 900 m away in a straight line. From there you reach the Corvatsch-Furtschellas ski area with 120 km of pistes between 1,797 and 3,303 m. From the second night the ski bus is included with the guest ticket, and skis and boots stay overnight in the ski room in the basement.

Which ski areas can I reach from Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

From Schweizerhof, Sils Maria you reach every ski area of Engadin St. Moritz, a region with 350 km of pistes, and the Sleep+Ski pass is valid on 58 lifts and railways. The home area, Corvatsch-Furtschellas, has 120 km of pistes and 14 lifts, plus Corviglia with 155 km, Diavolezza-Lagalb with 35 km and Zuoz with 15 km. The pass also covers evening skiing on Muottas Muragl.

Can I buy ski passes at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria, and what does Sleep+Ski cost?

Yes, reception at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria issues the Sleep+Ski pass at CHF 55 per person per day. It is valid in every ski area of Engadin St. Moritz on 58 lifts and railways and is booked for every night of your stay. As an alternative, the hotel sells Engadin St. Moritz Snow Deal tickets at the online price. For the rate for children and teenagers, contact the hotel on +41 81 838 58 58.

Are buses and mountain railways included in winter for guests of Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

From the second consecutive night, buses and trains in the Upper Engadin are included in winter for guests of Schweizerhof, Sils Maria, in 2nd class from Maloja to Cinuos-chel, with the ski bus and the night buses. Mountain railways and ski lifts need a ski pass, for example Sleep+Ski at CHF 55 per person per day. Children under 6 travel without their own ticket, and all other guests receive a personal ticket by email before arrival.

Are there cross-country trails near Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, the nearest cross-country trail is about 10 minutes on foot from Schweizerhof, Sils Maria. Sils Maria lies on the route of the Engadin Skimarathon, which passes Sils on 14-03-2027. Cross-country skis go in the ski room in the basement, and boots dry in the boot room. More on the cross-country skiing in Sils Maria page.

What can I do near Schweizerhof, Sils Maria in winter apart from skiing?

Around Schweizerhof, Sils Maria you can go winter hiking, snowshoeing, sledging and ice skating, and the Fex valley is 4 to 15 minutes on foot. The valley is closed to general traffic, and horse-drawn carriages run into it from the village. Snowshoes and sledges can be rented at reception, and the nearest cross-country trail is about 10 minutes on foot from the hotel. More on the winter hiking, snowshoe hiking and sledging pages.

Does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have a ski room?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has its own ski room in the basement, reached through the garage and opened with your room key. In the separate boot room, ski boots and shoes dry in winter, and a shoe-cleaning machine is free to use. Ski passes are sold at reception, where you can also rent snowshoes and sledges.

Restaurants and bars

What restaurants and bars are there at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has two restaurants and a bar:

• Restaurant Vuolp d'Or: breakfast buffet from 07:00 to 10:00 and the 4-course half-board dinner from 18:15 to 20:30, 250 seats.
• Restaurant Arvenstube: à la carte restaurant with Engadin specialities and a terrace, open daily from 11:00 to 23:00, hot food from 11:30 to 14:00 and from 18:15 to 20:30, 70 seats; the Pavilion with 40 seats is part of it.
• Lounge Bar: lounge and sports bar with billiards in the basement, for up to 70 people, open in winter from 17:45 and in summer from 20:00, until 23:00.

More on the restaurants and bars page.

Is the Restaurant Arvenstube at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria open to non-residents?

Yes, the Restaurant Arvenstube at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is open to guests not staying at the hotel, daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Hot dishes are served from 11:30 to 14:00 and from 18:15 to 20:30, with cakes, ice cream and small snacks from 14:00. The Arvenstube has 70 seats plus the Pavilion with 40 seats, and dogs are welcome.

Is breakfast included at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria breakfast is included in every rate. The breakfast buffet is served daily from 07:00 to 10:00 in the Restaurant Vuolp d'Or.

Does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria offer half board, and what does it cost?

Yes, half board at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria costs CHF 50 per adult and CHF 20 per child, per day. In addition to the breakfast buffet it includes a 4-course dinner with a choice of main course, served from 18:15 to 20:30 in the Restaurant Vuolp d'Or; drinks are not included. On request, reception reserves a fixed table in the Pavilion for your whole stay at CHF 5 per person per day.

Can the restaurants at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria cater for special dietary needs?

Yes, let Schweizerhof, Sils Maria know about allergies and special dietary needs before arrival, most simply in the "Add comment" field when you book or by phone on +41 81 838 58 58. The hotel meets your requests as far as possible.

Location and arrival

Where exactly is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is at Via da Fex 1, 7514 Sils im Engadin/Segl, at 1,800 m in the Upper Engadin, Graubünden. The hotel stands on the Dorfplatz of Sils Maria, where the ski bus stops directly in front of the building in winter. The Nietzsche-Haus is 4 minutes on foot, the Fex valley 4 to 15 minutes and Lake Sils 15 to 20 minutes. Directions and contact details are on the contact and access page.

How do I get to Schweizerhof, Sils Maria by train or car?

By train, the journey from Zurich HB to Schweizerhof, Sils Maria takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, via Chur on the Rhaetian Railway to St. Moritz and on by Engadin Bus or PostAuto to Sils Maria. In summer the walk from the stop in the village centre (bus depot) to the hotel takes about 4 minutes, and in winter the ski bus stops on the Dorfplatz directly in front of the hotel. By car you drive over the Julier Pass or take the Vereina car transport train. From the second night, buses and trains in the Upper Engadin are included, also for arrival and departure within the zone. More on the contact and access page.

What is the nearest airport to Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

The nearest major airport for Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is Zurich, and from Zurich HB the train to Sils Maria takes about 3 hours 50 minutes. Milan Malpensa and Bergamo are further airports for the journey.

How does my luggage get to Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

You can send your luggage to Schweizerhof, Sils Maria with the SBB luggage service; it is delivered to the hotel's luggage room with a code lock, where you collect it. Once there, you travel by bus and train, included from the second night.

Is there parking at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria, and how tall can my vehicle be?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has a hotel garage, and a space costs CHF 25 per night; parking is not included in the room rate. Because of the renovation, only the basement level is open until summer 2027, with a maximum clearance of 2.05 m. Drive into the garage on arrival, and you receive the parking ticket at check-in. For taller vehicles, call reception on +41 81 838 58 58 before arrival and they will tell you where to park.

Families and children

What games rooms are there for children at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

The basement of Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has a games room with billiards, table tennis, air hockey, pinball, darts, table football and two PlayStations, plus a small cinema and a TV room. For families the hotel has 16 family rooms of 35 to 50 m².

Do children travel free on buses and mountain railways in the Upper Engadin?

Yes, from the second consecutive night, children under 6 travelling with guests of Schweizerhof, Sils Maria ride buses and trains in the Upper Engadin without their own ticket, and in summer the mountain railways too. From age 6 every child receives a personal guest ticket, also included: in summer for buses, trains and mountain railways, in winter for buses and trains. The hotel emails the tickets before arrival.

Summer and activities

What do the Engadin summer guest benefits at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria include?

From the second consecutive night, guests of Schweizerhof, Sils Maria travel free in summer on buses and trains in the Upper Engadin and on the mountain railways, including Furtschellas, Corvatsch, Diavolezza, Corviglia-Piz Nair and the Muottas Muragl funicular. The PostAuto into the Bregaglia valley as far as Chiavenna and to Soglio is also included, valid in 2nd class. Children under 6 travel without their own ticket, and all other guests receive a personal ticket by email before arrival, to show at inspections. Bike transport needs a separate ticket. More on the public transport and mountain railways included page.

What summer activities are there near Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

From Schweizerhof, Sils Maria you can hike into the Fex valley, 4 to 15 minutes on foot, and reach Lake Sils with the Chastè peninsula in 15 to 20 minutes. The Engadin St. Moritz region has 580 km of hiking trails and 400 km of mountain bike routes, and in summer the scheduled boat runs on Lake Sils. The hotel rents out e-bikes, SUP boards and walking poles, and the Furtschellas and Corvatsch railways are included from the second night. More on the Val Fex and Lake Sils boat pages.

Sils Maria and surroundings

How high is Sils Maria?

Sils Maria lies at 1,800 m in the Upper Engadin, between Lake Sils and Lake Silvaplana at the entrance to the Fex valley. Schweizerhof, Sils Maria stands on the Dorfplatz, about 15 to 20 minutes on foot from Lake Sils.

How far is the Nietzsche-Haus from Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

The Nietzsche-Haus in Sils Maria is 4 minutes on foot from Schweizerhof, Sils Maria. The Segantini Museum is in St. Moritz and can be reached by bus, included from the second night. More in the article Nietzsche's Sils Maria.

How do I get from Schweizerhof, Sils Maria to the Fex valley?

The Fex valley begins close to Schweizerhof, Sils Maria, and you reach it in 4 to 15 minutes on foot. The valley is closed to general traffic; you walk in or take the horse-drawn carriage that runs from the village into the valley. More on the Val Fex page.

How far is Lake Sils from Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

From Schweizerhof, Sils Maria it takes about 15 to 20 minutes on foot to reach Lake Sils. On the lake lies the Chastè peninsula, about 800 m from the hotel in a straight line, and in summer the scheduled boat runs on Lake Sils. More on the Lake Sils boat page.

Pets

Are dogs allowed at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria at CHF 25 per dog per night; certified assistance dogs stay free. One dog is allowed per room and at most 4 dogs stay in the hotel at the same time, so please register your dog when you book. Dogs may come into the restaurants, and in the Upper Engadin dogs up to 30 cm shoulder height travel free on buses and trains. On the Muottas Muragl and Corviglia mountain railways, dogs up to 30 cm also travel free and larger dogs need their own ticket. More on the holiday with your dog page.

Can dogs come into the restaurants at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria dogs may come into the restaurants, the Restaurant Arvenstube as well as the Restaurant Vuolp d'Or. One dog is allowed per room, at CHF 25 per night.

Rooms

What room types does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has 122 rooms in nine categories and one holiday apartment:

• Alpine Single Room: 8 rooms, 16 m², 1 person, no balcony.
• Panorama Alpine Single Room: 10 rooms, 16 m², 1 person, with balcony.
• Alpine Double Room: 28 rooms, 17 m², 2 people, no balcony.
• Panorama Alpine Double Room: 32 rooms, 18 m², 2 people, with balcony.
• Panorama Corner Room: 8 rooms, 22 m², 2 people, with balcony.
• Panorama Triple Room: 20 rooms, 20 m², 3 people, with balcony.
• Duplex Family Room: 4 rooms, 35 m², 4 people, no balcony.
• Panorama Duplex Family Room: 10 rooms, 35 m², 4 people, with balcony.
• Two-bedroom Family Room: 2 rooms, 50 m², 5 people, with balcony.

The holiday apartment can also be booked on the website. All categories are on the rooms page.

Which rooms at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have a balcony?

At Schweizerhof, Sils Maria 82 rooms have a balcony: all Panorama categories, that is the Panorama Alpine Single, Panorama Alpine Double, Panorama Corner Room, Panorama Triple Room and Panorama Duplex Family Room, plus the two-bedroom family rooms. The Alpine Single, Alpine Double and Duplex Family Room categories have no balcony.

Does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have family rooms?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has 16 family rooms of three types: 4 Duplex Family Rooms of 35 m² for up to 4 people, 10 Panorama Duplex Family Rooms of 35 m² with a balcony for up to 4 people, and 2 two-bedroom family rooms of 50 m² with a balcony for up to 5 people.

What is in the rooms at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

All 122 rooms at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have a private bathroom with WC, a flat-screen TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer, safe, coffee machine and free Wi-Fi without a password, plus windows that open. The whole building is non-smoking.

Are there rooms with a bathtub at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

At Schweizerhof, Sils Maria 2 rooms have a bathtub: rooms 701 and 702 on the 7th floor, both in the Alpine Double category. The 7th floor is not served by the lift, and all other rooms have a shower.

Is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is wheelchair accessible, with a lift up to the 6th floor; the 7th floor is not served by the lift. Rooms 107, 207, 307 and 407 are Panorama Alpine Double Rooms with a bathroom adapted for guests with reduced mobility. Please let the hotel know about any special requirements before arrival on +41 81 838 58 58.

Booking and your stay

What is included in the room rate at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria, and what costs extra?

At Schweizerhof, Sils Maria breakfast is included in every rate, and from the second consecutive night you travel free on buses and trains in the Upper Engadin, in summer also on the mountain railways. Until the wellness area reopens for the summer season in June 2027 you also have free entry to OVAVERVA in St. Moritz. On top come the visitor's tax of CHF 6 per person per night from age 12 and, if you choose them, half board at CHF 50 per adult and CHF 20 per child per day, a garage space at CHF 25 per night and CHF 25 per night for a dog.

What payment methods does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria accept?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Twint, the PostFinance Card, the REKA Card and REKA cheques; REKA cheques cover up to 50% of the bill. Payment is in Swiss francs, and the visitor's tax of CHF 6 per person per night from age 12 is paid on site.

Is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria open over Christmas and New Year?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is open for the winter season from 04-12-2026 to 04-04-2027, which includes Christmas and New Year. For the stay from 21-12-2026 to 26-12-2026 there is the Christmas package Stay 5 pay for 4: 5 nights for the price of 4, from CHF 890 per person in an Alpine Double Room without a balcony. More on the Christmas package page.

Can Schweizerhof, Sils Maria host groups, meetings or celebrations?

Yes, for meetings and smaller events Schweizerhof, Sils Maria uses the Arvenstube's Pavilion with 40 seats, set up as a restaurant with tables, and the library in the basement. The Lounge Bar holds up to 70 people. Group rates apply from 10 rooms; write to info@schweizerhof-silsmaria.ch.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

At Schweizerhof, Sils Maria check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00 and check-out is by 10:00, and reception is staffed from 07:00 to 22:00. If your room is ready before 15:00 you can check in earlier; otherwise the hotel stores your luggage. Arrange a late check-out directly with the hotel.

What do I do if I arrive at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria after 22:00?

Reception at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is staffed until 22:00. If you arrive later, please contact the hotel in advance on +41 81 838 58 58 or at info@schweizerhof-silsmaria.ch, and the hotel will arrange with you how to get to your room.

How do I book a room at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

You can book a room at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria directly on faernresorts.com/sils-maria, by email to info@schweizerhof-silsmaria.ch, by phone on +41 81 838 58 58 or at reception.

Can I cancel or change my reservation at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, you can cancel or change a reservation at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria under the cancellation policy shown when you book and listed in your confirmation email. If you do not cancel, at least one night is charged to the credit card provided.

Can I book more than one room at a time at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, online you can book up to 9 rooms at a time at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria. Group rates and conditions apply from 10 rooms; write to info@schweizerhof-silsmaria.ch.

About the hotel

What is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is a 3-star hotel with 122 rooms in the village of Sils Maria at 1,800 m in the Upper Engadin, between the lakes and the Fex valley, and belongs to the Faern Hotels and Resorts Collection. It has the half-board Restaurant Vuolp d'Or, the Restaurant Arvenstube with the Pavilion and the Lounge Bar. The wellness area has been under renovation since 07-04-2026 and reopens for the summer season in June 2027 with 750 m², saunas, an indoor and an outdoor pool. The hotel is a Swiss Bike Hotel, and in winter the ski bus stops directly in front of the building.

How many stars does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is a 3-star hotel. It has 122 rooms on 7 floors, two restaurants and a bar.

Does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria belong to a hotel group?

Yes, since 2024 Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has belonged to the Faern Hotels and Resorts Collection, together with Altein, Arosa and Victoria Lauberhorn, Wengen. The Collection has 3 hotels in the Swiss Alps, in Graubünden and the Bernese Oberland.

Did Schweizerhof, Sils Maria have a different name before?

Yes, until 2024 Schweizerhof, Sils Maria traded as Arenas Resort Schweizerhof. Since 2024 the hotel has belonged to the Faern Hotels and Resorts Collection, and the name Schweizerhof has stayed.

When is Schweizerhof, Sils Maria open?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria is a seasonal hotel: the 2026 summer season runs until 25-10-2026, and the winter season from 04-12-2026 to 04-04-2027. The hotel is closed between seasons.

What languages does the team at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria speak?

The team at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria speaks German, English, French and Italian.

Is there Wi-Fi at Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

Yes, Schweizerhof, Sils Maria has free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, without a password.

What labels and certifications does Schweizerhof, Sils Maria hold?

Schweizerhof, Sils Maria holds Swisstainable Level I, the sustainability label of Switzerland Tourism. The hotel is also a Swiss Bike Hotel and holds the Swiss Running Hotel label.

How do I contact Schweizerhof, Sils Maria?

You can reach Schweizerhof, Sils Maria at Via da Fex 1, 7514 Sils im Engadin/Segl, by phone on +41 81 838 58 58 and by email to info@schweizerhof-silsmaria.ch. Reception is staffed from 07:00 to 22:00, and directions and contact details are on the contact and access page