Best for
Choose the Hermitage for a ski trip spanning Italy and Switzerland, with Cervinia's links to Zermatt available when mountain conditions allow.
Best for
Choose the Hermitage for a ski trip spanning Italy and Switzerland, with Cervinia's links to Zermatt available when mountain conditions allow.
What makes it special
Walk the Les Bayettes trail in suitable conditions, using its information panels to understand the Matterhorn's geology and the valley's pastoral history.
Room to consider
Request a Matterhorn-facing Master Suite if that peak is your priority, as other suites in this category look toward the Grandes Murailles.
Insider tip
Compare flights into Turin before choosing Geneva: the hotel lists Turin at 110 kilometers away, versus 205 kilometers from Geneva.
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Hotel Hermitage & Spa is a mountain house with rare poise. Among the larches of Breuil-Cervinia, on the Italian side of the Matterhorn, its stone and wood chalet stands at about 2,050 meters above sea level. The Neyroz family's hotel has welcomed guests since 1975. Inside, dark wood, embroidered fabrics and antique furniture give the rooms a lived-in character, while paintings of the Matterhorn bring the surrounding landscape into the house.
The scale remains intimate, with 38 rooms and suites and membership in Relais & Châteaux. A large fireplace anchors the lounge, where sofas gather around the hearth and the family's collection of paintings and sculptures fills the interiors. The original mountain-house spirit survives in these shared rooms: a place for hot chocolate after skiing, an aperitif before dinner or a book between outings. The decor owes much to local craftsmanship, with woodwork and older furnishings carrying more weight than grand gestures.
The Classic Room is a study in comfort and ease. It feels warm from the first step inside. A double bed sits at the center,...
The Deluxe Room offers a calm space for up to 3 guests. A king-size bed stands at the center, inviting you to relax and unwind....
The Junior Suite represents the confluence of contemporary design and timeless charm. Expansive windows fill the room with warm golden light. Sunlight moves across surfaces...
The Prestige Suite at our establishment is the epitome of luxury and comfort, ideal for couples or families of up to 4. Inside, a warm...
The Master Suite unfolds as a quiet tribute to fine craftsmanship and gentle comfort. Local artists shape the atmosphere with wooden paintings and carefully placed...
Classic Rooms measure 25 to 30 square meters and accommodate two people in a king bed. A sofa or armchair provides a place to sit, and bathrooms have a bathtub or shower. Their balconies face the mountains. Deluxe Rooms increase the space to 35 to 40 square meters, with a king bed and sofa bed for up to three guests. A balcony, armchair and coffee table extend the room beyond the sleeping area without creating a separate bedroom.
Junior Suites offer 40 to 45 square meters, a king bed and sofa bed, also for up to three people. Each has a balcony on the sunny side of the hotel. Bathroom layouts vary, and some Junior Suites have accessible features and air conditioning. Across the rooms, the practical details include Nespresso machines, minibars, robes and slippers, with evening turndown and laundry on request. The fabrics and furnishings keep their alpine character around these everyday comforts.
For families who want a living room as well as a bedroom, the three Prestige Suites measure about 50 square meters. A sofa bed in the lounge accommodates children, while the double bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe. The marble bathroom adds a whirlpool bath and separate shower, and there is a balcony or terrace with mountain views. These suites accommodate up to four people, with more separation between sleeping and sitting areas than the smaller categories.
Master Suites are larger, at 70 to 80 square meters, but are intended for two guests. Their open-plan layout includes sofas, armchairs and a desk, plus a walk-in wardrobe and a marble bathroom with double basins and a separate shower. A terrace or balcony looks toward the Matterhorn or the Grandes Murailles. Fireplaces, where present, are decorative and cannot be lit. The extra space here is devoted to a couple's living area rather than additional bedrooms.
The Caterina di Challant apartment combines a Prestige Suite with a Classic Room on the first floor, creating accommodation for up to six. Other combinations include two connecting Classic Rooms for a family of three or four, or two Deluxe Rooms or two Junior Suites for four to six. These are specific connecting arrangements, so the hotel needs to confirm the combination. Family services include babysitting, highchairs and children's menus; a cot can be arranged at an additional charge.
La Chandelle looks through large windows toward the Matterhorn and the larch woods. Linen tablecloths and antique silverware give dinner a formal setting, while the cooking stays close to the Aosta Valley and Piedmont. Regional dishes sit alongside more contemporary preparations, with both an à la carte menu and a menu of the day. The open grill brings part of the cooking into the dining room, and vegetarian dishes feature alongside meat and fish.
The cellar holds around 1,000 wine labels, with particular depth in the Aosta Valley, Piedmont and other Italian regions. Local cheeses and the dessert selection extend the meal beyond the main course. The restaurant's regional focus is clear in both food and wine, without limiting the kitchen to traditional recipes alone. Dinner can follow a tasting menu or a selection of individual dishes.
Bistrot L'Hermitage serves lunch in the dining room or, in summer, at tables on the terrace and lawn. Flowers and the vegetable garden surround the outdoor seating, with mountain views beyond. The menu includes alpine dishes and international choices, as well as snacks for a shorter lunch. Deck chairs and sun loungers make the garden part of the hotel day, not simply an outdoor dining area.
Breakfast combines a buffet with dishes prepared to order. Homemade pastries, local yogurt, alpine butter, valley honey and cheeses from nearby farms bring the region to the table early in the day. Eggs and omelets come from the kitchen. Later, the bar serves cocktails and champagne with small savory bites, and live music accompanies some evenings. Room service is available for breakfast and dinner.
The spa has an indoor heated pool with whirlpool jets, supplied with water from Cervinia springs. A sauna, Turkish bath, sensory shower and relaxation area complete the bathing facilities. Mountain views continue into the Technogym fitness area. Face and body treatments are arranged with the spa team, and the treatment menu includes Bellefontaine skincare. The setting brings water and warm interiors into a hotel whose outdoor life is shaped by snow, stone and high-altitude weather.
The ski area is about 300 meters from the hotel. Cervinia links with Valtournenche and, when lifts and conditions allow, Zermatt on the Swiss side of the Matterhorn. Snowboarding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing add other ways to spend winter days outside. In summer, mountain biking and walking routes lead into the surrounding landscape, while the nearby Golf Club del Cervino has an 18-hole course. These mountain activities take place beyond the hotel grounds and depend on seasonal operation and weather.
Road access climbs the valley from Châtillon along the SR46 to Breuil-Cervinia. Turin Airport is approximately 110 kilometers away, and Milan Malpensa is about 180 kilometers away. The hotel can arrange quoted taxi transfers from Turin, Milan's airports or Geneva. Travel times vary with traffic and mountain conditions. The final approach brings guests into Cervinia's high valley, where the chalet sits among trees beneath the surrounding peaks.
Early dinner is available for children, helping families keep younger guests' usual mealtime instead of waiting for a later restaurant evening.
La Chandelle serves homemade grappa, an Italian grape spirit, giving you a house specialty to try at the end of dinner.
At least one accessible room and an accessible main restaurant support a stay where both sleeping and dining arrangements can accommodate mobility needs.
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Yes. Hotel Hermitage and Spa is a strong choice for travelers who want a refined alpine stay in Breuil-Cervinia. It suits guests who want Matterhorn views, skiing, spa time, mountain dining, chalet atmosphere, and warm Italian hospitality.
Hotel Hermitage and Spa is in Breuil-Cervinia, in the Aosta Valley of northern Italy. The hotel sits below the Matterhorn, known locally as Cervino, with access to skiing, hiking, and mountain scenery.
The hotel feels like a classic mountain chalet, with wood, stone, fireplaces, fine fabrics, and a personal atmosphere. It has welcomed guests since 1975 and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2025.
Hotel Hermitage and Spa has 38 rooms and suites. The room collection includes classic rooms, deluxe rooms, junior suites, prestige suites, master suites, apartments, and connecting options.
Rooms and suites are furnished with natural wood, warm fabrics, and a calm alpine feeling. Many categories are chosen for mountain views, extra space, family layouts, or a more private chalet-style stay.
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