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Luxury Ski Chalet Rentals in Zermatt
Chalets in a car-free village beneath the Matterhorn, with skiing that crosses the border into Italy
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The Matterhorn, a car-free village and skiing into Italy
Zermatt is the Alpine resort people picture when they close their eyes: a car-free village of old larch chalets and grand hotels, electric taxis and horse-drawn carriages, and above it all the Matterhorn, the most recognisable mountain in the world. It is reached by train, which adds to the sense of arriving somewhere apart.
Our Zermatt collection runs to 50+ chalets and apartments, from traditional chalets in the old village to contemporary chalets with spas, wine cellars and views straight up to the Matterhorn, many with staff.
Here is a guide to Zermatt, its skiing and how to get there.
Zermatt at a glance
- Chalets
- 50+ in Zermatt, sleeping up to 12 guests
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,300 to £2,000 a week, from around £900
- Ski areas
- Sunnegga, Gornergrat and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, linked to Cervinia in Italy
- Highlights
- Glacier skiing all year, the Gornergrat railway and lunch in Italy
- Getting there
- Train from Täsch, Visp or direct from Geneva and Zurich; Zermatt is car-free
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
The Crystal Chalet Zermatt5 bedrooms
Chalet Turquino Zermatt: Spectacular 6-Bedroom Alpine Chalet with Matterhorn Views & Premium Location in Switzerland6 bedrooms
Chalet Mattervispa Zermatt: Modern 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment – Zermatt Switzerland3 bedrooms
Chalet Herbrigg Zermatt: Magnificent 5-Bedroom Alpine Chalet with Matterhorn Views & Premium Amenities5 bedroomsZermatt and its neighbours
The village centre for restaurants and the station, Winkelmatten and the upper slopes for quiet and Matterhorn views, and the Italian side at Cervinia for long sunny runs and lunch.
Car-free, timeless and beneath the Matterhorn
Cars are not allowed in Zermatt, so visitors arrive by train, from Täsch or directly from Visp and the Swiss rail network, and move around by electric taxi or on foot. The old village is a maze of dark larch barns and chalets, and the main street is lined with shops, hotels and restaurants.
Chalets close to the centre put everything within a short walk, while those higher up, around Winkelmatten and the Sunnegga side, offer peace and views of the Matterhorn from the hot tub.
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High, long and international
Zermatt's skiing is spread across Sunnegga, Gornergrat and the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, whose top station is the highest cable car station in Europe. The glacier allows skiing all year, and from the top you can ski across the border to Cervinia in Italy for lunch and back again on the same lift pass, with the international supplement.
The runs are long and high, with superb cruising for intermediates and serious off-piste and heli-skiing for experts with a guide.
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Mountain restaurants worth the trip
Zermatt's mountain restaurants are among the best in the Alps, from rustic huts in tiny hamlets above the village to elegant terraces with long wine lists. In the evening, the village offers everything from fondue to fine dining.
The winter season usually runs from late November to late April, with glacier skiing beyond that. Our concierge can arrange train or helicopter transfers, luggage handling, ski hire, guides and restaurant reservations.
Ask our conciergeFeatured chalets in Zermatt
Chalet Kirchbrucke Zermatt: Modern 2-Bedroom Alpine Apartment in Central Zermatt Near Matterhorn Slopes2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £2,322 a week
Chalet Gemsweg Zermatt: Luxury 4-Bedroom Mountain Chalet with Spectacular Matterhorn Views & Modern Alpine Design in the Heart of the Swiss Alps4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,067 a week
Chalet Apartment Marmote Zermatt: Beautiful 3-Bedroom Alpine Apartment with Mountain Views in Historic Zermatt Switzerland3 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £2,042 a week
Chalet Mattertal Zermatt: Modern 3-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain Views & Central Location Near Matterhorn Ski Area3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,982 a week
Chalet Winkelried Zermatt: Modern 3-Bedroom Alpine Chalet with Matterhorn Views & Ski Access in Zermatt Switzerland3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,922 a week
Chalet Riffelalp Zermatt: Modern 3-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain Views & Ski Access in Switzerland3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,829 a week
Chalet Schonbiel Zermatt: Stunning 3-Bedroom Alpine Apartment with Matterhorn Views & Ski Access in Switzerland3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,754 a week
Chalet Findeln Zermatt: Modern 2-Bedroom Mountain Apartment with Matterhorn Views & Ski Access2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £1,696 a weekWhy book your Zermatt chalet with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right chalet in the right spot
In a car-free village, a chalet's position really matters, and we know which are a short walk from the lifts and which need an electric taxi. With 50+ chalets in Zermatt, we can match the chalet to the group: on the piste for keen skiers, close to ski school for young families, catered or self-catered, and sized correctly down to the number of bunk rooms.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees, and questions about lift access, boot rooms, catering or parking go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the mountain
Airport transfers, ski hire fitted in the chalet, private instructors and guides, lift passes, mountain restaurant tables and childcare: our concierge team arranges it all before you arrive in Zermatt.
Chalets for families and large groups
Our collection includes chalets sleeping up to 12 guests, many with a chef, a spa or pool and a driver, so a group ski holiday runs smoothly from the first morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Zermatt if it is car-free?
Zermatt is reached by train. Most visitors take the shuttle train from Täsch, where cars can be parked, or travel by rail from Geneva or Zurich, changing at Visp. Our concierge can arrange transfers and luggage handling.
Can I ski to Italy from Zermatt?
Yes. From the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise you can ski across the border to Cervinia in Italy and back, using the international lift pass.
Are there chalets in Zermatt for large groups?
Yes. Our Zermatt collection includes chalets sleeping up to 12 guests. Tell us the size of your group and the dates, and we will send a shortlist of chalets that suit it.
How much does a luxury chalet in Zermatt cost?
Across our 50+ chalets in Zermatt, weekly rates typically range from £1,300 to £2,000, with the most affordable from around £900 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with Christmas, New Year and February half term the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
Can I ski in Zermatt in summer?
Yes. The glacier at the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise allows skiing all year round, conditions permitting.
Can you arrange ski hire, lessons and lift passes in Zermatt?
Yes. Our concierge can have skis and boots fitted in the chalet, book private instructors or mountain guides, arrange lift passes and reserve tables at mountain restaurants.
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