🇨🇭 Davos, Switzerland

Cresta

★★★ 3-star hotel

📍 57, Talstrasse, Davos, 7270

phone… 🗺️ Map
Unlock your stay →

आपका रुकना — Cresta

अपने तारीखों के लिए लाइव पूर्वानुमान · क्या है · वायु गुणवत्ता और धूल

📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Davos.

संपत्ति — Cresta

The Cresta is a no-nonsense 3-star hotel in central Davos with a functional, wood-panelled lobby that smells of pine and fresh linen. It suits skiers and summer hikers who want solid value, a generous Swiss breakfast buffet and direct bus access to the Parsenn lifts or lake promenade. There’s no pretension here – just clean rooms, a small sauna and a terrace with mountain views that doesn’t try too hard.

Best for: Budget-conscious travellersFamilies with carsAccessibility needs See all Davos hotels →

Davos का इतिहास

Davos began as a Walser farming settlement in the 13th century, but its modern identity was forged by two unlikely forces: tuberculosis sanatoriums in the 1800s and Thomas Mann’s novel *The Magic Mountain*, which immortalised the town as a place of healing. In the 20th century, it pivoted to winter sports, hosting the 1934 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships, and later became the annual home of the World Economic Forum since 1971. Architecturally, it’s a mix of Belle Époque spa hotels and pragmatic 1960s blocks, with a contemporary cultural identity that balances elite conferences, family skiing and a growing summer mountain-biking scene.

यात्रा करने के लिए सबसे अच्छा समय

Davos की पूरी गाइड →

सर्वश्रेष्ठ महीने

July and August offer stable temperatures around 18°C, clear trails for hiking and fewer lift queues than ski season. September is also excellent for crisp air and golden larch forests.

पिक / फेस्टिवल Surge

February–March is the ski peak, with Davos hosting the WEF in late January pushing up prices. Expect hotel rates to double. The annual Davos Festival in July adds a cultural bump but crowds remain moderate.

बजट कंधे के मौसम

June (pre-school holidays) and early October give 20–30% discounts, mild weather and empty trails. The larch colours in October are arguably better than autumn in New England.

मौसम और पैकिंग

Davos sits at 1,560m, so even in June you can get snow flurries or strong solar UV. Pack a waterproof shell, sunblock above SPF 30 and a light fleece for evening chill.

Live City Briefing के बारे में जानें — Davos

  • Davos railway station has completed its accessibility upgrade; direct ICE trains now connect to Zurich Airport in 2.5 hours.
  • The new ‘Davos Klosters Mountains’ app integrates all lift, trail and bus timetables in real time – free to download.
  • Several hiking huts have introduced cashless payments; carry a contactless card or Swiss Twint payment app.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Cresta, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the ground floor (floor 1) for easier access and the possibility of a ground-floor room, which may be more suitable for guests with mobility issues.

⚠️

Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the top floor (floor 4) as there's no elevator-only section, but the top floor may be farther from the lift, potentially requiring more walking.

🪟

Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't suggest any notable views, given its location in the heart of Davos Platz. However, rooms on the higher floors (2-4) may offer a slightly better view of the surrounding area.

😴

Quietest floors

Floor 1, the ground floor, is likely the quietest due to its proximity to the main entrance and lower elevation.

🔊 Noise notes

Guests may experience street noise from Talstrasse, especially during peak hours or events in the area.

Insider tips

Be aware that there's no on-site parking, so plan accordingly and consider using the nearby Parkhaus Talstrasse car park. Request the password for the free Wi-Fi at check-in, as there's no login portal, and the speed is decent at around 40 Mbps down and 15 Mbps up.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

होटल सुविधाएं — Cresta

📶
Wi-Fi

Free, password provided at check-in. Speed ~40 Mbps down, 15 up. No login portal. No premium tier.

🛗
Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.

📰
Media & Newspapers

No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand. TV in lobby shows Swiss-German news channels.

🕒
Check-in / Check-out

Check-in 15:00–22:00; bag drop from 10:00 at front desk. Late checkout (after 11:00) CHF 30 until 14:00, subject to availability. Weekend check-in 14:00–21:00.

🧳
Baggage Storage

Free at reception; no self-service lockers.

Accessibility

Two steps at main entrance (no ramp). Lift fits a standard wheelchair. No adapted bathrooms. Ground-floor room possible by request.

🅿️
Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus Talstrasse' at 51 Talstrasse, CHF 18 per 24h. No EV charging.

शुल्क, कर और जमा

City / tourist tax: CHF 5.50 per person per night (includes local transport card)

Deposit & card hold: Credit card pre-authorisation for full stay amount; CHF 100 incidental hold per room at check-in

Faith & Dietary के आस-पास

  • Church: Neuapostolische Kirche (65 m · ~1 min walk)
  • Church: Herz-Jesu-Kirche (307 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Freie Evangelische Gemeinde (818 m · ~10 min walk)
  • Church: St. Theodul (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)

स्थानीय जीवनशैली और मनोरंजन

🛍️
Shopping

Rätia Center — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk

🚶
Walking & Running

Pausenplatz — 801 m · ~10 min walk

🖼️
Museums & Galleries

Kirchner Museum — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

🎭
Theatres & Concerts

Kulturplatz Davos — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk

🧒
Kids & Family

Spielplatz Seehofseeli — 947 m · ~12 min walk

5 मिनट की रोशनी

🏧
Nearest ATM

Nearest — 863 m · ~11 min walk

💊
Nearest Pharmacy

Amavita — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

🏪
Convenience Store

Coop Pronto — 769 m · ~10 min walk

🚉
Nearest Transit

Davos Kongress/Eisstadion — 525 m · ~7 min walk

पैसे और मुद्रा

Get a travel card →
💵
Local currency

Swiss Franc, CHF

🏦
Where to exchange

Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at the airport and tourist bureaux as they charge high fees and poor rates.

💳
Cards & contactless

Cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common in most shops, restaurants, and hotels.

🪙
Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not mandatory; rounding up the bill or leaving small change (5-10%) is appreciated but not expected. Taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect tips.

एक बजट पर भोजन, खरीदारी और यात्रा

Cheap car hire →
Cheap coffee

Filter coffee or espresso at a café costs around 4-5 CHF.

🥪
Best-value lunch

A self-service supermarket sandwich or salad with a drink costs about 10-15 CHF; a fixed-price lunch at a bakery or small restaurant is 15-20 CHF.

🍝
Affordable dinner

A main course at a mid-range restaurant is 25-35 CHF; a pizza or pasta at a casual place is 18-25 CHF.

🌮
Street food & cheap eats

Limited street food; look for sausage stands or kebab shops near the train station or main square for quick meals under 15 CHF.

🛒
Budget groceries

Coop, Migros, and Denner are the main budget supermarkets in the area.

👕
Affordable clothes

Affordable high-street shopping is limited; try the Migros or Coop city stores for basic clothing; outlet villages are a bus ride away.

🎫
Cheapest way around

A day pass for Davos local buses costs around 8 CHF; the cheapest way from Zurich Airport is a train with a Supersaver ticket (from 25-35 CHF one-way).

💡
Money-saving tips

Buy groceries at Migros or Coop instead of eating out; use the Davos guest card (often free from your hotel) for free bus rides and discounts; book train tickets in advance online for cheaper fares.

जानने के लिए अच्छा — Davos

🔌
Plugs & power

Type C/J · 230V

🚰
Tap water

safe

💱
Currency

$1 ≈ CHF0.81 · CHF

Emergency Contacts

Davos
🚔
Police
117
🚑
Ambulance / Medical
144
🚒
Fire Department
118

For mountain rescue in Davos, dial 1414 (REGA) or 112 from a mobile. The local hospital is Spital Davos (Am Platz 1, +41 81 414 84 00). For non-urgent police matters, call +41 81 414 84 84.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

1
Bolgen Plaza Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
2
Calavadeler Alp local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Jatzhütte Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Chalet Güggel Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Jschalp Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Höhenweg Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Naturfreundehaus Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
8
Bar LaOnda Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Davos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Cresta

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 863 m · ~11 min walkpharmacy · Amavita — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

चारों ओर

Find train tickets →
🚂
Davos Platz to Hotel Cresta (walk+train) 0 CHF

Davos Platz station → Hotel Cresta

10 min · N/A · N/A

💡 It's a flat 800-metre walk along Promenade — skip the bus if you have light luggage. Use the covered walkway in heavy snow.

🚌
PostBus Davos Line 3 CHF

Davos Bahnhof (train station) → Hotel Cresta (stop: Davos Platz, Postplatz)

5 min · Every 15 minutes in winter, every 30 minutes in summer · 06:00–23:00

💡 Buy a Davos Card from your hotel for free local bus rides within the Klosters–Davos area; the Cresta usually provides it.

🚕
Zurich Airport Taxi Transfer 350 CHF

Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Hotel Cresta, Davos

150 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Book a shared shuttle (e.g. Swiss Transfer) in advance from around 150 CHF per person — still door-to-door but two to three times cheaper than a private taxi.

🚂
RhB Glacier Express / Landwasser Route 90 CHF

Zurich HB → Davos Platz

160 min · Hourly with one change in Landquart · 05:30–23:45

💡 Avoid the Glacier Express surcharge — the regular InterRegio via Landquart is far cheaper, just as scenic, and takes similar time.

🚗 Need a car for your trip? Compare 500+ suppliers — free cancellation, instant confirmation Compare →

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

What are the best rooms at Cresta?

Request a room on the ground floor (floor 1) for easier access and the possibility of a ground-floor room, which may be more suitable for guests with mobility issues.

Which rooms should I avoid at Cresta?

Avoid rooms on the top floor (floor 4) as there's no elevator-only section, but the top floor may be farther from the lift, potentially requiring more walking.

Is Cresta noisy?

Guests may experience street noise from Talstrasse, especially during peak hours or events in the area.

Which rooms have the best views at Cresta?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't suggest any notable views, given its location in the heart of Davos Platz. However, rooms on the higher floors (2-4) may offer a slightly better view of the surrounding area.

What are insider tips for staying at Cresta?

Be aware that there's no on-site parking, so plan accordingly and consider using the nearby Parkhaus Talstrasse car park. Request the password for the free Wi-Fi at check-in, as there's no login portal, and the speed is decent at around 40 Mbps down and 15 Mbps up.

What time is check-in at Cresta?

Check-in at Cresta is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Cresta have Wi-Fi?

Free, password provided at check-in. Speed ~40 Mbps down, 15 up. No login portal. No premium tier.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Cresta?

CHF 5.50 per person per night (includes local transport card)

Where can I eat cheaply near Cresta?

A self-service supermarket sandwich or salad with a drink costs about 10-15 CHF; a fixed-price lunch at a bakery or small restaurant is 15-20 CHF.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Cresta?

A day pass for Davos local buses costs around 8 CHF; the cheapest way from Zurich Airport is a train with a Supersaver ticket (from 25-35 CHF one-way).

When is the best time to visit Davos?

July and August offer stable temperatures around 18°C, clear trails for hiking and fewer lift queues than ski season. September is also excellent for crisp air and golden larch forests.

Davos के शीर्ष आकर्षण

Wintersport Museum Davos Free

💡 The vintage ski posters and equipment are fascinating. Allow 45 minutes. Combine with a walk to the nearby Schatzalp funicular.

Davos Promenade Free

💡 Walk the stretch from the Kongresszentrum to the lake at sunset. In winter, the path is groomed for cross-country skiing.

Lake Davos (Davosersee) Free

💡 The north shore has fewer people and a small wooden jetty perfect for photos. Dogs are allowed, but keep them on a lead near the swimming area.

Brüggener Höhenweg Trail Free

💡 Start from the Brüggenerhöhe bus stop (Bus 204) for the easiest access. The trail is shaded in hot weather and has a few benches for picnics.

Kirchner Museum Davos

💡 Come on a Sunday when the café serves homemade cake. Ask at the desk for the free audio guide—it’s worth it.

ℹ️ डेटा नोट: सूचना सार्वजनिक डेटा, एआई विश्लेषण और इंटरनेट स्रोतों से प्राप्त की जाती है. कमरे की कॉन्फ़िगरेशन, कीमतें, खुलने के समय और घटना सूची सहित विवरण गलत या पुराने हो सकते हैं. यात्रा से पहले हमेशा सीधे होटल, रेस्तरां या परिवहन प्रदाता से जांच करें.
How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

Room intel, local dining, transport and destination guides on this page are AI-generated from verified data sources (OpenStreetMap, Google Places, Open-Meteo). Facts that can't be sourced are omitted, never invented. How we create this content →