Switzerland
Gstaad
A resort steeped in history, Gstaad has been at the centre of skiing for the elite for over 100 years. Gstaad is as upmarket as they come with an elegance and charm that others find hard to replicate. There are many luxury shops, boutiques, restaurants and spas. As you would imagine with a luxury resort such as Gstaad, there are a number of simply world class luxury ski chalets and hotels to choose from.
Chalets in Gstaad
Hotels in Gstaad
The destination
Long a popular destination for the upper echelons of Swiss society, the village of Gstaad, in south-western Switzerland, is a major ski resort situated at an altitude of 1,050 metres. With old-world wealth and refinement in magical quantities, Gstaad is the perfect destination for an affluent, discerning international clientele who feels as well at home in well-appointed, elegant surroundings as they do hurtling down the slopes.
This is a traditional Swiss village of unrivalled elegance and sophistication, one to which the rich and famous retreat to for its clear alpine air, striking mountain scenery, the glamourous bars, cafés, and upmarket restaurants that line its picturesque streets, and of course, the village’s many casinos where old and new wealth mingle and try their luck at the tables.
With 250km of fantastic pistes that would best suit skiers of an intermediate level, a number of beautiful hotels and a wide range of luxury chalets, traditionally Swiss in architectural style yet boasting the very latest in modern amenities, Gstaad truly is a wonderful place to take a short or long ski break as a family, a couple, or as a group of friends.
Expect an affluent and distinguished international clientele frequenting Gstaad’s upmarket and pedestrianised promenade that’s home to an extensive selection of elegant boutiques, fine jewellery and international flagship stores. Here you will find culinary delights that will amaze even the most seasoned of gastronomes, trendy clubs and a stylish nightlife scene, and dazzling views of the region’s trademark Swiss alpine scenery.
Oxford Ski Company’s Gstaad Holidays
As a leading specialist luxury travel agency with over seventeen years experience behind us, it’s our job to know ski resorts like Gstaad inside out. We not only know which properties offer the best locations, the best service, and the best amenities, but can also make recommendations based on your personal preferences to create a tailor-made Gstaad holiday that we believe will far surpass your expectations.
An authority in luxury travel since 1998, our knowledge of Gstaad is unrivalled and our team of dedicated luxury travel specialists have done all the hard work for you, handpicking the finest Gstaad luxury chalets and hotels for you to select from. Along with offering you a selection of the best lodgings available in Gstaad, we can custom-make every aspect of your luxury holiday, from transportation and childcare, to concierge services and ski schools. Your complete satisfaction is our priority.
Our Luxury Ski Hotels and Ski Chalets in Gstaad
Please view our handpicked selection of luxury chalets and five star hotels in Gstaad . Each has been selected objectively, impartially and honestly, according to our strict selection criteria, and based on our many years’ experience selecting the finest lodgings that offer ‘holiday of a lifetime’ experiences.
Whether you’re looking for a luxury 5-star boutique hotel in the village with a unique personality, or a well-appointed luxury chalet nestled among wooded farmland in an exclusive hamlet like Lauenen, let Oxford Ski Company arrange for you an impeccable luxury ski break where your every desire is seamlessly catered for.
We Recommend
- Our favourite run: Blue 3 Parwengesattel
- Best off-piste: Col du Pillon
- Mountain Lunch: Berghaus Eggli
- Après Ski: Lobby at the Hotel Palace
- Dinner: La Bagatelle at Hotel Le Grand Chalet
- Non-skiers: Horse Riding & Ballooning
The Essentials
- Ski School: Gstaad Ski School / Alpinzentrum
- Private Guides: Private Snowsports Team
- Childcare: Private through the tourist office
- Massage: Hotel Bellevue
- Transfers: Elite Rent or Alpine Express
Key facts
- Domaine: Gstaad
- Resort Height: 1050m
- Skiing Elevation: 950-3000m
- Pistes: 220km
- Blue: 44%
- Red: 40%
- Black: 16%
Luxury Ski Chalets & Hotels in Gstaad Piste Map
View piste map ›Getting There
Saanen (LSGK)
10mins / 4km
Geneva (GVA)
1h 45m / 150km
What makes us different?
Experience
We have been designing and delivering luxury ski holidays for 25 years. Our experience in the industry is unparalleled. You can trust us to create the perfect trip for you and your family.
Expertise
Our team live and breathe skiing and are passionate about the destinations we sell. We work with only the best chalet and hotel providers. All are regularly inspected to ensure our exacting standards are met.
Service
Each Oxford Ski Company booking includes our complimentary pre-arrival concierge service. Your specialist will help arrange the all-important finer details that are part of planning the perfect ski holiday.