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For travelers planning mountain outings alongside substantial spa time, the St. Moritz Bad location provides a quieter base than the village center.

What makes it special

Its 1864 building and neo-Baroque towers give guests a tangible connection to St. Moritz's grand-hotel history beyond the mountain setting.

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Check occupancy and living-area layouts before selecting accommodations; the published options differ, which matters when traveling with children or sharing space.

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Allow enough spa time to use the indoor and outdoor pools plus the Kneipp stream; a quick swim misses much of the water circuit.

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Kempinski St. Moritz

Kempinski St. Moritz is the practical grand hotel choice for travellers who want St. Moritz with direct access to the mountain. The hotel sits in St. Moritz Bad, beside the Signalbahn that leads into the Corviglia ski and hiking area.

It has 205 rooms and suites, a large Alpine Spa, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants, a lobby bar, event space, and a history tied to the mineral springs that first made this part of town famous. As a luxury hotel in St. Moritz, it is best for skiers, spa users, families, and guests who value slope access over the most central village address.

Luxury
4.7/5 58 Member Reviews 78% Upgrade Rate

Rooms

  • 184 184

Hotel Style

  • Charming Charming

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa
  • Sauna Sauna

Experiences

  • Wellness Wellness
  • Mountain Mountain

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Gourmet Restaurant Gourmet Restaurant
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at Kempinski St. Moritz

Classic Single Room
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Classic Single Room

215–256 sqft
From 777 USD

A tall window lights the sleeping area, with a wooden cabinet running along the opposite wall. In older layouts, a reddish headboard and warm wood...

Signature Room
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Signature Room

291 sqft
From 921 USD

A cream armchair and a white round table create a sitting corner beside the bed. Gray fabrics, warm wooden panels and oval wall lights shape...

Superior Room
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Superior Room

323–398 sqft
From 939 USD

In older layouts, a red headboard adds colour to the bedroom's warm wooden panels. Patterned carpet runs beneath the bed and a nearby chair, with...

Deluxe Room
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Deluxe Room

355–377 sqft
From 1’059 USD

Some rooms have two curved wooden armchairs facing a round glass table by the windows. Pale chair fabrics contrast with a purple headboard and patterned...

Premier Room
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Premier Room

366–398 sqft
From 1’192 USD

Pale, veined surfaces and a darker vanity wall give some bathrooms a strong contrast. A white basin stands beside a tall wooden cabinet, with a...

Executive Room
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Executive Room

398 sqft
From 1’312 USD

A wooden frame outlines the sleeping area, with a gray headboard and a bench at the foot of the bed. A pale armchair and footstool...

Signature Junior Suite
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Signature Junior Suite

452 sqft
From 1’453 USD

Oval wall lights cast a warm glow beside a gray headboard in one layout. A wooden cabinet runs along the opposite wall, combining a writing...

Classic Junior Suite
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Classic Junior Suite

431–517 sqft
From 1’488 USD

The sitting space adjoins the bedroom, with a wide opening between the two areas. A reddish headboard stands against warm wood panels in one layout....

Premier Junior Suite
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Premier Junior Suite

517 sqft
From 1’634 USD

A broad wooden frame marks the passage from the sleeping area to the lounge. Gray bedroom fabrics give way to pale seating, with warm wood...

Deluxe Junior Suite
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Deluxe Junior Suite

517–624 sqft
From 1’669 USD

A wide wooden frame links the bedroom with the lounge. Some layouts have pale armchairs and a glass table beside tall windows. In the bedroom,...

Deluxe Suite
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Deluxe Suite

667 sqft
From 1’693 USD

A separate living room gives the suite a place to settle away from the bedroom. Its interiors vary, from purple bedroom fabrics and pale seating...

Signature Suite
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Signature Suite

667–775 sqft
From 1’849 USD

A gray sofa faces a pale rectangular table with a dark frame in one living arrangement. A monochrome Alpine print hangs nearby, and a square-shaded...

Grand Deluxe Room
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Grand Deluxe Room

388–420 sqft
From 2’324 USD

Warm wood panels and a red or purple headboard give these rooms a rich, traditional finish. A bench stands at the foot of the bed...

Grand Deluxe Suite
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Grand Deluxe Suite

840 sqft
From 2’865 USD

Living and dining spaces sit apart from the bedrooms, with room to gather around a wooden table. One interior pairs green armchairs with a red-and-cream...

Deluxe Alpine Suite
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Deluxe Alpine Suite

1,076–1,776 sqft
From 2’925 USD

A separate bedroom sits beyond the living and dining areas. These Alpine interiors have different finishes, including a wooden dining table with brown chairs beneath...

2 Bedroom Tower Suite
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2 Bedroom Tower Suite

1,292 sqft
From 4’100 USD

Timber beams and wooden floors give the tower a chalet feel. In one sitting area, the sloping roof frames a round glass table and a...

2 Bedroom Deluxe Alpine Suite
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2 Bedroom Deluxe Alpine Suite

1,184–2,260 sqft
From 4’129 USD

One lounge has brown sofas and armchairs beside the dining area, grouped around a glass-and-wood table. Lamps with shaped frames light the seating, with wooden...

2 Bedroom Premier Alpine Suite
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2 Bedroom Premier Alpine Suite

1,722–2,476 sqft
From 5’333 USD

The main lounge opens toward the dining space, with outdoor areas adjoining the shared rooms. Interiors can range from bright wood and pale fabrics to...

3 Bedroom Deluxe Alpine Suite
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3 Bedroom Deluxe Alpine Suite

1,830–1,938 sqft
From 7’741 USD

A library nook and a place for entertainment sit alongside the main shared rooms. The lounge opens toward the dining area, with a wooden partition...

3 Bedroom Presidential Suite
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3 Bedroom Presidential Suite

3,444 sqft
From 8’615 USD

Tall windows rise beside a grand sitting room, with pale, patterned sofas and chairs gathered around a dark table. A red rug adds color beneath...

3 Bedroom Premier Alpine Suite
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3 Bedroom Premier Alpine Suite

3,444–4,306 sqft
From 8’945 USD

Living and dining spaces open around the shared part of the residence. Brown sofas and chairs face a low table in one interior, with white...

4 Bedroom Premier Alpine Suite
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4 Bedroom Premier Alpine Suite

4,736 sqft
From 10’149 USD

The living and dining rooms sit apart from the bedrooms. In one lounge, gray sofas face each other across a rectangular table, with cream armchairs...

Resort Room
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Resort Room

269–312 sqft
On Request

A bench at the foot of the bed and a writing surface along the wall make use of the main room. Older interiors combine a...

The location sets Kempinski St. Moritz apart. Many classic St. Moritz hotels sit higher in town, closer to shopping, lake views, or the old social circuit. Kempinski is in St. Moritz Bad, directly by the Signalbahn. In winter, that makes the hotel one of the easiest luxury bases for guests who came to ski rather than pose between lifts.

The Signalbahn connects guests to Corviglia, the main ski area above St. Moritz. This matters on cold mornings and after long days. Instead of crossing town with boots and gear, guests can move quickly from hotel to mountain. Summer has a different rhythm, with hiking, biking, lakes, and Engadin walks replacing piste access.

Compared with Badrutt's Palace, Kulm Hotel St. Moritz, Carlton Hotel St. Moritz, and Suvretta House, Kempinski is less about old town glamour and more about ski convenience, spa scale, and a large international hotel structure. That does not make it less luxurious. It makes it more practical for a certain guest.

The hotel has 205 rooms and suites, giving it a much larger scale than many Swiss alpine palaces. Room design varies by category, but the overall mood is classic Alpine comfort rather than sharp modern minimalism. Guests should expect warm tones, generous beds, polished bathrooms, mountain references, and enough space for winter clothing and active days.

Suites are worth considering for families or longer stays. St. Moritz trips often involve ski gear, spa time, changing clothes several times a day, and quiet evenings after early starts. Extra space is not only a luxury detail here. It makes the stay easier. Guests who plan to ski daily should also ask about storage, rental, and access logistics before arrival.

The building itself has historic weight. Grand Hotel des Bains first opened in the 19th century, when St. Moritz Bad was known for its mineral springs and health tourism. That heritage still matters. The hotel does not feel like a small chalet. It feels like a large Belle Epoque alpine house adapted for modern ski and spa travel.

The Alpine Spa is one of the main reasons to stay. Current hotel information points to a large spa with sauna, indoor and outdoor pool areas, and a strong recovery focus. The natural spring heritage gives the wellness story more depth than a standard hotel spa. St. Moritz began as a health destination before it became a winter playground, and Kempinski still carries part of that older identity.

This is especially useful for skiers. A hotel at the base of the lift is convenient in the morning, but the spa matters in the afternoon. Heat, water, massage, sauna, and quiet rooms can change how guests feel on the second or third ski day. Families also benefit because not everyone may want the same amount of time on the slopes.

The indoor and outdoor pool combination gives the hotel all-season appeal. In winter, warm water after skiing feels restorative. In summer, the spa and pool areas give guests a reason to stay in during less active hours. This is not only a ski hotel. It is a mountain resort that works because recovery is built into the day.

Dining has shifted with the hotel's current restaurant structure. Neora is described as the first modern Greek restaurant in the Engadine, adding a fresher note to a region often associated with alpine classics. The Lobby Bar gives the hotel its informal heart, with drinks, wine, and a place to meet before or after dinner.

The dining offer should be judged in context. St. Moritz has many restaurants across town, and guests may dine outside the hotel often. Kempinski needs strong in-house options, but it does not have to hold every meal. Its best use is practical: breakfast before skiing, a relaxed drink after the mountain, and dinner on nights when guests do not want to leave St. Moritz Bad.

Guests looking for the most theatrical St. Moritz dining scene may prefer hotels with stronger central social gravity. Kempinski is calmer in that sense. It suits travellers who want polish, comfort, and ease more than a nightly scene.

Kempinski St. Moritz also works well for meetings, incentives, weddings, and private events. The hotel has the size, service structure, and event facilities to host groups in a way that smaller alpine hotels may not. That gives it a second identity beyond leisure travel.

Families are another natural fit. The room count, suite options, spa, pools, ski access, and practical location make the hotel easier than more delicate palace hotels for active family trips. It is still a luxury hotel, but it can absorb real travel needs: equipment, children, weather changes, rest days, and mixed ski abilities.

The location also suits guests who plan to move through the Engadin. Lake St. Moritz, Silvaplana, Pontresina, Muottas Muragl, Corvatsch, and valley walks are all part of the wider trip. In summer, the hotel becomes a base for hikes, lake days, cycling, and mountain drives rather than only winter sport.

Book Kempinski St. Moritz if you want a 5-star hotel in St. Moritz with direct Signalbahn access, 205 rooms and suites, a serious Alpine Spa, pools, and a practical St. Moritz Bad location. It is ideal for skiers, spa-focused travellers, families, groups, and guests who want the infrastructure of a large international luxury hotel.

It is less ideal for guests who want to be in the most glamorous central part of St. Moritz, or who want a smaller heritage hotel with a stronger social mythology. Badrutt's Palace, Kulm, Carlton, and Suvretta House each offer different versions of St. Moritz theatre. Kempinski is more about access, wellness, and ease.

The main reason to choose the hotel is its balance of mountain convenience and spa scale. It may not be the most romantic address in St. Moritz, but it is one of the most useful for guests who came to ski, recover, eat well enough, and keep the Engadin simple. For many luxury travellers, that practicality is exactly what makes the stay work.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

The dedicated kids' club makes a grand-hotel stay more appealing to families, giving younger guests their own space for play and creativity.

Alpine Suites with one to five bedrooms give couples, families, and larger groups residential space within the hotel’s full-service setting.

Built beside the Mauritius Spring, the hotel connects its Alpine Spa to St. Moritz Bad’s long-established wellness tradition.

Location of Kempinski Hotel Saint Moritz

Via Mezdi 27, 7500 St. Moritz, Switzerland

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What to Know About Kempinski St. Moritz

Is Kempinski St. Moritz worth it?

Yes. Kempinski St. Moritz is worth it for travelers who want a grand Alpine hotel with strong ski access and serious spa facilities. The hotel sits in historic Grand Hotel des Bains style, close to the Signalbahn cable car and the trails of the Engadin.

Where is Kempinski St. Moritz located?

Kempinski St. Moritz is in St. Moritz Bad, at the foot of the Signalbahn cable car. This location is practical for skiing, hiking, lake walks, spa time, and easy movement around the Engadin Valley.

What is the full name of Kempinski St. Moritz?

The hotel's full name is Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski St. Moritz. It is an iconic 19th-century Alpine hotel with a classic resort feel and modern Kempinski service.

Is Kempinski St. Moritz good for skiing?

Yes. Kempinski St. Moritz is a strong choice for skiers because the Signalbahn cable car is close to the hotel. Guests can reach the Corviglia ski area quickly, which makes mornings on the slopes easier.

Is Kempinski St. Moritz good in summer?

Yes. Kempinski St. Moritz also works well in summer for hiking, biking, lake walks, and mountain scenery. The Engadin setting gives the hotel year-round appeal beyond the winter ski season.

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