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while the view is gorgeous, this is not the stop you want to get off on... the ultimate destination is zermatt!!! happy snowboarding . skiing . snowball fighting guys!^^ read more
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Yelp Review 2026 #152:…read more Zermatt station is small. It has trains going/ coming from St. Moritz, Chur, Tasch, Visp, and Fiesch. It only has 4-5 platforms so, it's quite impossible to get lost. From Bern, we took a train to Visp. from Visp we took Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn to Zermatt. The seats are a bit narrower even in first class with a 2-1 configuration vs 2-2 configuration in second class. There are power outlets in first class and there was nobody else in our carriage so, it was very quiet and peaceful. It was a comfortable 1.25hour ride.
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We took the glacier express from Zermatt to St Moritz and it was a great experience. We got lunch…read morearound 11:30-12 when they started lunch service and were able to relax the rest of the time. Warning that it gets very hot in the train on sunny days so bring sunglasses and layers. Also online it says that you are not allowed to take skis onboard but we were able to take both of our ski bags with no issue, there was even a rack to put them in. Just make sure to be one of the first onboard to ensure space. To note on the above too we actually tried to ship our skis to St Moritz via SBB but the reps for SBB refused to mail them once they found out we were only doing that because the glacier express website said not to bring them and they told us they've never seen skis get denied boarding from Zermatt.
The scenery that this train passes through is very spectacular and there are certain portions where…read morethe train is climbing up or down some pretty steep grades and it can feel like a roller coaster ride, especially with the sharp turns. The entire route goes from Zermatt to St Moritz though I only rode the Brig to Chur portion which includes the highest point of the entire line. However, the train requires a reservation which means you can't decide to get on on a spur of the moment and it's pretty reasonable that they require a reservation: it was packed when I got on and it was only a Wednesday in May which is the off season for travel in Switzerland. The reservation was pretty pricy as well and that doesn't include the overpriced (but still decent) food they serve on board. Keep in mind that most if not all of the length of the line is covered by other trains which you can ride for no extra charge with a Swiss Travel Pass though you may need to change trains many times. The crowded and somewhat loud setting of the train does take away from the experience a little; if you don't mind appearing antisocial, definitely consider bringing noise canceling headphones. Honestly, I would only recommend booking this if you happen to be going in this direction anyways (or in the other way from east to west along Southern Switzerland); I don't think it's worth the time and money to go out of your way to take this train if, say, you're going back to the same hotel to spend the night after finishing your journey on the Glacier Express.
Glacier express.
Enjoyed our visit at Grindelwald of Jungfrau Region last April…read more Took Berner Oberland - Bahn train from Interlaken OST to Grindelwald Terminal for about 30 mins. It wasn't the perfect weather (clouds covering mountains) during our visit but enjoyed every bit of it. Amazing and memorable views no matter where you look. Highly recommended and one of the must visit places while in Switzerland!
This village is another great starting point when traveling through Bernese Oberland. There are so…read moremany attractions in and around Grindelwald. The experiences can vary from day to day (and season to season) since there are so many different activities and sights to see in the area. You could really spend a whole week here. We started our journey to Jungfraujoch from the Grindelwald Terminal via the Eiger Express. It's the fastest way to get to Eiger Glacier station. There are some amazing views of Grindelwald and the Eiger during this 15 minute ride. After that, we walked through the main part of town to take in the Alpine scenery all around us. There are many shops, restaurants, and hotels decorated with flowering plants. They could all be that beautiful postcard picture with the Swiss chalet and mountain backdrop. It's no wonder why this has become a very popular resort village. Even the views between the houses and shops were amazing. It was a dream come true. A place that we always wanted to visit together. A very happy place!
Eiger mountain somewhere back there
Yelp Review 2026 #114:…read more When you stay in Interlaken, you have two options: stay close to Interlaken Ost or stay close to Interlaken West. Both have pros and cons depending on what you value. If you want a quiet area and plan to go to Harder Kulm, Grindelwald, Jungfrau, and Lauterbrunnen - stay close to Interlaken Ost. If you like shopping, lots of restaurant options, nightlife and plan to take a cruise to Lake Thun a stay close to Interlaken West. If you're taking a train to Lauterbrunnen or Grindelwald - be sure to pay attention to the labels on the floor. Everyone good on. The same train number but you don't want to hop on the wrong carriage. The train splits in Zweilütschinen. If you have 1st class ticket, you might want to slum it out in 2nd class on the right carriage or keep walking til you see a 1st class carriage and risk getting left behind! It's just one train ride, you'll live! On the way back to Interlaken Ost, there will be 1st vs 2nd class carriages. If you only paid for 2nd class tickets, do not hop on the 1st class carriage. Yes, there's a lot of people in 2nd class and you'll end up standing because there's no seat available but that doesn't give you the right to go to 1st class. There's always somebody checking your ticket. It made for good entertainment for me guessing who didn't have 1st class tickets but were in the 1st class carriage - I got 3/3 correct! It's always the ones who watch videos on speaker. This is where 1st class tickets become more obviously better. There's always seats in 1st class. It's quieter. There's no store, cafe, restaurant at the station per se. However, you'll find plenty around the station.
Great panoramic view....the scenery is superb. I would recommend anyone experiencing the follicular…read moreto reach the high peak
A view from Interlaken Ost
The Gornergrat Bahn was one of those rare experiences that genuinely stayed with me long after it…read moreended. As the train climbed higher, I found myself quietly taking it all in, the steady ascent, the widening views, and the growing sense that I was heading somewhere extraordinary. When the Matterhorn finally came into full view, it felt less like sightseeing and more like a moment to pause and appreciate where I was. Reaching the summit was unforgettable. Standing there, surrounded by glaciers and endless peaks, I did not feel the need to say much at all. The scenery spoke for itself. A picture says a thousand words, and up at Gornergrat, even that feels like an understatement. This was not just a train ride for me; it was a reminder of how powerful and humbling nature can be. The Gornergrat GGB is an experience I would revisit without hesitation and recommend to anyone looking for something truly special.
Great ride up. Wonderful views. However the mountains can disappear within momentsread more
7/12/2024 - Very clean and simple train station. You arrive and exit and are in the center of…read moreInterlaken West. The signs and directions are simple to read. They do check tickets on board for even the short rides. Do not get fined without having a ticket on the trains or get caught in first class when you pay for second class. We saw 6 persons taking out their cards to pay.
This is quite the train station. Trains are efficient and on time…read more Minus one star because there aren't that many benches, and the keyboard on the ticket kiosk is not QWERTY, which is kind of confusing, when you are looking for a Z and it is where the T should be.
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love this place! it's so pretty on the way down from the train! Definitely one of my trip…read morehighlights in Switzerland. I'd totally go back there again just for the view! You can take the cable car around it to go up all the way to the top of the mountain as well. Super nice on a beautiful day (see the picture!)
Hello lauterbrunnen from california:) The station is Pretty good for travellers. Easily accessible…read moreluggage drop off facility and small lockers at platform 1 at the rail travel office. We had dropped off our luggage here on our way to jungfrau from montreux. Very cheap. 3 chf per bag. They are open at 6 am to 7:30pm everyday. And the representatives in the travel office provide all the information u need. They were very helpful and friendly. On top of everything the other reason to get off at this station is to explore the beautiful village town.
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This is my second time visiting and it never gets old. The views from the top are amazing but the…read moreride along the way is just as great. From the top viewing platform, it can either be calm and relaxed or extremely cold and windy. I've been in both so just come prepared clothing wise as in general, it's much colder than in the town of Zermatt. There's a great gift shop and restaurant just down the elevator as well. Reasonably priced and great portions. All in all, definitely a must-see if you're in town, even if you're not skiing or snowboarding.
It's the MATTERHORN. For those who grew up going to Disneyland in California, this word was only…read moreassociated with some awesome roller coaster ride. Sure, we knew it was based on something real, but that something real wasn't a place you'd actively try to go or dream about going to one day. The Matterhorn was just an awesome ride at Disneyland (with a Yeti) and that's that. Well, The Matterhorn is uber amazing and if you're at the point of your life you can afford to come to Zermatt, Switzerland, then by all means it's worth the time/money. The views are the best in the Swiss Alps. Getting to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise was a very nice ride up and the top obviously will have stunning views. Hopefully when you go, it's not cloudy. Of course, it'll be cold up there so dress appropriately. Pro-tip: Go to the top (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise), then ski/snowboard down to save money. I know some people may just want to go to the top and go down (without doing any snow sports) like I did with my family. However, if possible, go skiing/snowboarding down after you get to the top. The ticket will be cheaper since it's sort of like a one-way ride and then you get to use all the lifts to go all over the mountain whereas if you're just site-seeing on foot, it can be more expensive.
The Zermatt tourism office is right next to the train station on the right hand side as you exit…read morethe station. Definitely stop by to get advice on what to do in town. We came during shoulder season in November so many shops, restaurants and hotels were closed. They can recommend activities and food choices based on what is available. The ski resort was not fully open yet when we came but they recommended a great short hike to see outside of the town. Pro tip: check them out as soon as you arrive, they are on the right as you exit the train station.
Please stay away from Beausite Park Hotel in Zermatt. My daughter and her fiancé were planning to…read morevisit Zermatt for the first time from California. They booked this hotel prior to all the closers due to Omicron Virus. Thousands and thousands of flights have been cancelled and they PLEADED with the hotel management to change the dates for any fee. Beausite refused to help in anyway. My daughter is a 6th grade school teacher and saved up for this very special occasion. They paid $1,700 to 3 nights in this hotel. The hotels is Paris and the Netherlands happily changed their reservations to 2023. Beausite said "we can not help you." They offed to buy extra nights to visit when travel was safe in 2023. Beausite could have kept even half the money but kept ALL of the $1,700. They are criminal. STAY AWAY AND DO NOT SUPPORT THIS HOTEL.
This is a must do! It's absolutely the most beautiful scenery all along the 30 minute ride to the…read moresummit. Even better view of the Matterhorn and Swiss Alps in every direction.
Yelp Review 2026 #144:…read more My sister bought tickets online while having breakfast. She got us tickets and priority boarding. When we got to the station, her credit card was charged for 2 tickets and 2 priority boarding but when she was checking our tickets and priority boarding, only 1 was showing up. So, we went to the ticketing office to get clarification but the man was just plain rude and not helpful. He was not there to listen or help. Before you could even get a word out, he's already dismissing you and wants you to buy another ticket. This experience would have been an easy 5 stars if it wasn't for this terrible man. We missed our train because of all this nonsense so we had to wait to catch the next train. The people in front of us at priority boarding was also having issues with their ticket and they had theirs printed. So obviously, it's the ticketing system that's the issue. When all the drama got sorted, we were the first ones to board and got first dibs on seats next to the window so we get a good view of Matterhorn on the way up. The return trip doesn't have a separate line for priority boarding so, it was a bit more chaotic but we managed to get window seats again. The train is a bit cramped especially if you're sitting with taller/ wider people - there's no first class carriages.
Pricey lift to the Matterhorn 112 CHF each gets you roundtrip all the way to the top and back.read more
Yelp Review 2026 #140:…read more Out of all the hotels I've ever stayed at in Switzerland, this is one of my favorites. First, it's so close to the Zermatt station. There's a nice bakery next door. It's quiet. The ladies at the front desk were absolute rockstars. We just wanted to leave our backpacks and come back in the afternoon to check in but they let us check in when we got to the hotel at 8:30am without hesitation! They were super nice and friendly. There's a restaurant in front of the lobby. Our stay included breakfast but we left before breakfast hours. Our room was huge. Lots of cabinets and storage space. Our balcony had a nice view of Matterhorn and has two chairs. There's a separate living room with a TV, couch and seats, and a dining table. The bathroom was a good size with a separate shower and a tub. There are robes and slippers in the cabinet in the bedroom. A few steps outside the hotel, there are restaurants, cafes, chocolate shops, shopping, museum, a church and it's just picturesque. It's a beautiful place to be. They have little e-trucks that look like tuk tuks that can take guests/ luggage around/ to/from the train station. But we didn't need it since we didn't have luggage and the train station is like a 2-minute walk.
It's the prices hotel accommodation during our recent Italy/Switzerland travel but it's worth it…read more We got lucky on our first day, since we booked with Matterhorn view, we witnessed its beauty from our balcony. Had issues with the TV but staff came and fix the issue within 3 mins. They also offer free pickup/drop off from the train station. We choose this hotel due to its close proximity to the train station. No issues with notices from trains. Walking distance to city center. Front desk clerks all courteous and professionals! Satisfied with the breakfast spread. Enjoyed their assorted fruits, breads, cold cuts meats, hot items i.e. eggs/bacon. Hana did an amazing job/service during our two breakfast visits. Highly recommended when visiting Zermatt!
Lovely mountain good in a stylish restaurant with friendly staff…read more Best goulash soup in Zermatt in my opinion and I have tried a lot !
Fantastic staff, great situation & food excellent. Negative point avoid room on 1st Level, very…read morenoisy, unpleasant for such a mountain retreat !!!
They must have done some renovations since the last review or pictures because it looks very…read moredifferent. We are back in Zermatt and extremely grateful that the Rex had availability in such a last minute switch. Things I like: 1. Clean 2. Friendly people 3. The lobby and the bar 4. The spa down stairs 5. Complimentary breakfast 6. The bakery 7. Complimentary arrival and departure pick up from the train station Highly recommended!
What a lovely hotel. It's expensive and the rooms were small, but the service and amenities were…read moreamazing. Loved the restaurants inside (didn't try the grill but Capri and Le Restaurant were AMAZING). The breakfast was also great (buffet with a few a la carte options). The pool and spa area were also incredible, especially the heated outdoor pool, which we spent hours in. Service was top notch - every time we called the front desk, they were immediately responsive and able to help get us whatever we needed. It's expensive but if you're willing to splurge, highly recommend!
The best hotel in Zermatt in my opinion! Horse drawn carriage ride to the train station…read more.. beautiful hotel, amazing room with a view of the Matterhorn, great gym, spa... and the location is unbeatable!!!