🇨🇭 Zermatt, Switzerland
View Hause
📍 134, Oberdorfstrasse, Zermatt, 3920
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La propiedad — View Hause
View Hause is a no-fuss 3-star in central Zermatt, with clean rooms and a small balcony facing the Matterhorn. The lobby is wood-panelled and quiet, with a receptionist who hands you a map and tells you where to hire skis in winter or which trail to hike in summer. It suits independent travellers who want a bed in a decent location without paying for spa facilities. The main draw is that south-facing view from the upper floors, which you actually get without the 5-star price tag.
Crónicas de Zermatt
Zermatt began as an alpine farming village and was put on the map in 1865 after the first ascent of the Matterhorn ended in tragedy — four of the seven climbers died on the descent. The railway arrived in 1891, turning it into a mountaineering and winter sports resort. The village core is largely car-free (only electric taxis and horse-drawn carts allowed), and the historic chalets have been preserved under strict building codes. Today Zermatt is as much about high-end dining and luxury boutiques as it is about glaciers and cable cars, but the workaday guide culture still runs deep.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Zermatt →Los mejores meses
July, August and September — reliable weather for hiking, with long daylight hours and most mountain railways and trails open.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is the busiest month; the school holidays across Europe push hotel rates to their highest, and the Zermatt Unplugged music festival in April also spikes spring pricing. Expect View Hause to be full and booking well ahead.
La temporada del hombro
Mid-June and early October offer milder prices, quieter trails and still decent weather — October can be crisp but clear, and accommodation often 20-30% cheaper than high summer.
Tiempo y embalaje
Even in July, the temperature drops sharply after sunset and sudden thunderstorms roll in from the west. Pack a waterproof jacket and warm mid-layer even if the forecast says 25°C.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Zermatt
- The new Matterhorn Glacier Ride cable car (replacing the old Klein Matterhorn lift) is now fully operational, offering a faster, smoother journey to 3,883m with a rotating cabin.
- Zermatt's car-free policy remains strictly enforced; you must park in Täsch (5km away) and take the shuttle train — no exceptions for hotel guests.
- Several high-altitude hiking trails above 2,500m are still partially snow-covered in early July due to the heavy winter of 2025/26, so check local trail reports before setting out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to View Hause, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (facing away from Oberdorfstrasse). These upper floors get more light and are quieter, with views of the surrounding hills rather than the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those facing Oberdorfstrasse (134, Oberdorfstrasse is a main pedestrian/vehicle route). Lower-floor street-facing rooms will have noise from foot traffic, luggage wheels, and occasional delivery vehicles.
Best views
Rooms at the rear or side of the building face the Matter Valley or lower Alps, giving a pleasant mountain backdrop. Street-facing rooms show the Oberdorfstrasse pedestrianised street and shop fronts, which is lively but not scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-4 are the quietest (assuming 3-storey building with attic or top floor). The upper floors lift the room away from street-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Oberdorfstrasse is a main pedestrianised lane in Zermatt's centre, so there's foot traffic from morning to late evening. Electric taxis and service vehicles pass occasionally, but no car traffic. The hotel entrance is directly on the street, so doors opening/closing can be heard on ground floor. In summer, open windows let in bar chatter from nearby cafés.
Insider tips
1. Check in early to request a room away from the street – the back side is worth asking for at booking. 2. Zermatt is car-free; park at Tasch and take the train to the station, then walk 10 minutes or take an electric taxi to the hotel. No parking at the property.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalaciones hoteleras — View Hause
free Wi-Fi across property; download ~25 Mbps, upload ~10 Mbps; no login required, password on keycard sleeve
one lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
no complimentary newspapers; free Swisscom TV with 30+ channels in rooms; no press reader
check-in 15:00–20:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 (free), late check-out until 12:00 for CHF 30 (subject to availability)
free luggage storage in ground-floor lobby room; no lockers, attended during reception hours
no step-free entry — two small steps at front door; lift fits a narrow wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parkhaus Ried at Riedstrasse (CHF 20/night); no EV charging on site
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: CHF 4.50 per person per night; includes Zermatt guest card
Deposit & card hold: one night room charge as deposit at booking; CHF 100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Kapelle der Heiligen Familie (529 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Kirche St. Mauritius (532 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Kapelle Zum See, Heilige Barbara (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Viktoria Center — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Matterhorn Museum — 562 m · ~7 min walk
Sportanlage obere Matten — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 236 m · ~3 min walk
Testa Grigia — 868 m · ~11 min walk
Puralpina — 504 m · ~6 min walk
Zermatt — 258 m · ~3 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Use ATMs at the train station for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist offices which charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work almost everywhere.
Tipping is not compulsory but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated for good service in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff do not expect a tip.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or supermarket cafe costs around CHF 4-5.
A slice of pizza, a sandwich from a bakery, or a bowl of soup from a self-service cafeteria costs about CHF 12-15.
A main course at a budget-friendly restaurant (pasta, rösti) is around CHF 20-25.
The main street (Bahnhofstrasse) has a few stands selling sausages and baked potatoes; the Coop supermarket also has a hot-food counter with affordable options.
Coop and Migros are the two main budget supermarket chains in this area.
Zermatt is a resort town with few high-street chains; for budget clothing you'd need to shop in larger towns like Visp or online.
The Zermatt village bus is free with any hotel card; otherwise a single ticket costs CHF 3-5. For getting to/from the airport, the cheapest way is a train from Geneva or Zurich (around CHF 100-130 one-way, 3-4 hours).
Buy groceries from Coop or Migros for picnic lunches; skip the cable car if the weather is bad (cloudy peaks aren't worth it); stay in a self-catering apartment to save on restaurant costs.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Zermatt, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at View Hause
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 236 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Testa Grigia — 868 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Find train tickets →Zermatt Station (Bahnhofplatz) → Hotel Viscaria (Riedstrasse stop)
💡 Buy a 24h ZermattBus ticket (5 CHF) or use the ZermattMobil app for real-time stops. Get off at 'Riedstrasse' — walk 50m east.
Zermatt Station → Hotel Viscaria (Riedstrasse 40)
💡 The hotel is 800m from the station — walk if light luggage. Taxi is electric since no combustion engines allowed. Book 10 mins ahead in winter.
Zurich Airport → Zermatt (via Visp)
💡 Change at Visp to the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn narrow-gauge train. Sit on the left for the best mountain views approaching Zermatt.
Täsch → Zermatt
💡 Cars are banned in Zermatt — park at Täsch (12 CHF/day) then take this shuttle. Buy a round-trip; it's cheaper than single tickets.
Sobre Zermatt
Wikipedia ↗
Zermatt (German: [tsɛʁˈmat] , Swiss Standard German: [tsɛrˈmat]; Highest Alemannic: Zärmatt) is a municipality in the district of Visp in the German-speaking section of the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It has a year-round population of about 5,800 and is classified as a town by the Swiss Federal...
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at View Hause?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (facing away from Oberdorfstrasse). These upper floors get more light and are quieter, with views of the surrounding hills rather than the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at View Hause?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those facing Oberdorfstrasse (134, Oberdorfstrasse is a main pedestrian/vehicle route). Lower-floor street-facing rooms will have noise from foot traffic, luggage wheels, and occasional delivery vehicles.
Is View Hause noisy?
Oberdorfstrasse is a main pedestrianised lane in Zermatt's centre, so there's foot traffic from morning to late evening. Electric taxis and service vehicles pass occasionally, but no car traffic. The hotel entrance is directly on the street, so doors opening/closing can be heard on ground floor. In summer, open windows let in bar chatter from nearby cafés.
Which rooms have the best views at View Hause?
Rooms at the rear or side of the building face the Matter Valley or lower Alps, giving a pleasant mountain backdrop. Street-facing rooms show the Oberdorfstrasse pedestrianised street and shop fronts, which is lively but not scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at View Hause?
1. Check in early to request a room away from the street – the back side is worth asking for at booking. 2. Zermatt is car-free; park at Tasch and take the train to the station, then walk 10 minutes or take an electric taxi to the hotel. No parking at the property.
What time is check-in at View Hause?
Check-in at View Hause is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does View Hause have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi across property; download ~25 Mbps, upload ~10 Mbps; no login required, password on keycard sleeve
Is there a city or tourist tax at View Hause?
CHF 4.50 per person per night; includes Zermatt guest card
Where can I eat cheaply near View Hause?
A slice of pizza, a sandwich from a bakery, or a bowl of soup from a self-service cafeteria costs about CHF 12-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from View Hause?
The Zermatt village bus is free with any hotel card; otherwise a single ticket costs CHF 3-5. For getting to/from the airport, the cheapest way is a train from Geneva or Zurich (around CHF 100-130 one-way, 3-4 hours).
When is the best time to visit Zermatt?
July, August and September — reliable weather for hiking, with long daylight hours and most mountain railways and trails open.
Principales atracciones en Zermatt
💡 Look for the grave of guides from the 1865 disaster—names are etched in stone. Best light for photos is 3–4pm in summer.
💡 Best in late afternoon for golden light on the wood. Check the blackened beams inside—soot from open fires preserved them for 400+ years.
💡 Skip Grünsee if short on time—it's the least scenic. Pack a picnic and swim in Leisee (water is cold but clear in July–August). Allow 3–4 hours.
💡 Go early morning before 9am to catch still water and avoid crowds. The trail is well-marked and takes about 20 minutes from the station.
💡 The free audio guide in English is worth it—focus on the 'Crystal of Bort' section with historical climbing gear and diaries.