Ski Accommodation in Switzerland
Switzerland and the Swiss Alps have some of the most famous ski holiday
destinations in the world. Resorts such as Davos, Zermatt, St Moritz and
Wengen, to mention only a few, offer spectacular mountain scenery, glaciers
ensuring snow-sure skiing and picture-postcard ski holiday resorts - all
held together by an unequalled transport system. Find out what makes ski
accommodation in Switzerland unique.
Travel
The approximate flight time from London to Basle, Bern, Geneva or Zürich
is about two hours. Ski
transfer services are readily available. There is also the option
of travelling from the UK by rail, the quickest way being the Eurostar
through the Channel Tunnel to Paris (2 h 40 min) and, from there, to Switzerland.
With car/coach the journey from UK to Switzerland (Calais-Geneva) takes
approximately 12 to 13 hours.
Ski Accommodation in Switzerland
Unlike the purpose-built resorts of France, Swiss ski resorts have been
built around mountain villages, hence offering a traditional atmosphere.
Most often you will have to take a short walk or get on a ski bus in order
to get to lifts and slopes. No matter what Swiss ski destination you choose,
these immaculate ski resort villages will offer you a variety of accommodation.
Hotels are of high quality as well as of high demand with standards ranging
from luxury to more simple pensions. Recent trends show B&B's as becoming
more and more popular. There is also the option of renting self-catered
chalets, houses, flats and furnished apartments.
Skiing
Located at the heart of the magnificent, towering Alps, Switzerland is
skiing writ large. Whether you are an experienced skier looking for big,
tough, challenging terrain or an intermediate still finding your feet,
Swiss slopes cater for your specific needs. Moreover, should you prefer
to schuss down a mountainside in relative isolation rather than accompanied
by other skiers, Switzerland also holds a world of backcountry terrain
just waiting to be discovered.
Ski Accommodation Cost
After decades of being affordable only by the wealthy, competitive forces
and exchange rates have made Switzerland a ski destination price-comparable
with other countries. For low-cost accommodation, opt for one of the many
traditional private B&Bs and Pensions offering half-board deals or
rent one of the self-catered chalets, houses, flats and furnished apartments
on offer. For dining out, expect to pay £25 for dinner, £4
for a pint and £2 for a soft drink, more is some of the more exclusive
resorts.
Use Ski Accommodation Finder to find your ski accommodation in Switzerland. You complete on single, short request form, Your requirement is shared with all relevant and registered ski accommodation providers. Individual ski apartment and chalet owners can submit a quote and you can pick the one that does suit you. Even if it is not ski accommodation in Switzerland.
Please also try our sister site Ski Transfer Finder. Helps you find Cheap
Ski Transfers and get Ski Transfer Enquiries in the same way Ski Accommodation
Finder does.
Ski Accommodation Finder is the only site that allows you share
your ski accommodation requirements with all registered owners and ski
accommodation providers. There are no middlemen and there is no commission
to pay. This should enable you to get the cheapest ski accommodation possible.
