Mont Cervin Palace - Summer
Zermatt, Switzerland
based on 7 nights
Based on 2 people sharing an Alpine Classic Room for 7 nights on a half board basis including return train transfers.
At a Glance
An historic hotel of Zermatt, welcoming guests since 1852
Wonderful variety of rooms and suites, offering every modern comfort
Great choice of dining options, including a 'dine-around' system for half-board guests
Superbly situated in the heart of Zermatt, just a few minutes walk from the Gornergrat railway
Great option for families with generous sized family rooms and children's playroom
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Best time to Visit
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During the summer months, the daytime temperatures are generally warm and can be really quite pleasant, whilst the nights are cooler. The weather can change quickly in the mountains so it's always useful to be prepared with plenty of layers.
Insider's View
The extensive spa has outdoor Jacuzzis and a good size swimming pool
Dine at the Cervo Grill and watch the chefs cook your food on an open fire.
Stay on half board in one of the Seiler hotels and enjoy having the choice of 13 different restaurants.
Call us on 020 8682 5400 to start planning your holiday to Mont Cervin Palace - Summer
Description
Centrally located in the heart of Zermatt, the 5* Mont Cervin Palace has an extensive range of facilities and excellent accommodation options for families, making it an ideal base for experiencing Zermatt in the summer months.
Exuding an air of understated elegance, the Mont Cervin Palace is one of the historic hotels of Zermatt. The excellent facilities and discreet service ensure its place among The Leading Hotels of the World is well deserved. The hotel has a great choice of rooms, suites and apartments within 4 inter-connected sets of accommodation, making it particularly appealing for families. The Mont Cervin Palace hotel and the connected Villa Margherita have rooms with an elegant alpine style, the Residence has roomy family apartments and Le Petit Cervin has cosy, wooden chalet style rooms. Varying in style from rustic to modern, much of the accommodation enjoys stunning views of the Matterhorn.
On arrival in Zermatt, you will be met at the station and transferred in style via horse and carriage or electric taxi as Zermatt is a car-free village.
The fine international cuisine in Le Restaurant is complemented by an impressive choice of wines from the wine cellar (gentlemen are required to wear jackets) or, for a more informal atmosphere, choose market-fresh produce and delicious fish dishes in Le Grill Cervin. The hotel also offers a fabulous 'dine around' system with its sister hotels, allowing guests on half board to dine at 12 different restaurants around the resort.
For relaxation, soothe tired limbs in the stylish spa, with its heated indoor and outdoor pools, two whirlpools, Finnish sauna, steambaths, ice-grotto and relaxation room, or enjoy a muscle-relaxing massage in the beauty salon.
Children are well catered for with the 'Mini Cervin' playroom, children's pool and a children’s dinner menu served at 6pm. Babysitting and baby equipment such as cots, baby monitors and bottle warmers available upon request.
The Mont Cervin is perfectly located in the very heart of Zermatt, just a few minutes walk from the Gornergrat railway. The resort itself lies at an altitude of 1620 meters at the foot of the world-renowned Matterhorn and surrounded by an additional 38 majestic peaks. Due to its southerly location, Zermatt shares part of its border with Italy and thus enjoys a mild climate with extended periods of sunshine. Although a beautiful and internationally renowned spot with numerous hotels, restaurants, bars and elegant shops, Zermatt has never lost any of its village charm and both in summer and winter remains an ideal spot for an active, refreshing or relaxing vacation.
Accommodation
The Mont Cervin Palace offers a variety of accommodation from single (Only Me) rooms to family rooms apartments and large suites. Some rooms have balconies, some are interconnecting and some have magnificent views of the Matterhorn. Many suites boast Jacuzzi baths and fireplaces. All rooms have wireless internet access, a Nespresso coffee machine, Cable TV, mini-bar, hairdryer and safe. Just 50 metres from the main hotel the 'Residence' houses several luxury apartments, which are furnished in a modern style and the Petit Cervin which offers chalet style accommodation.
| Alpine Classic | With 25-28m2 the Alpine Classic is perfect for two to enjoy the Zermatt view. There is a double room with a small lounge, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC. Also includes: satellite TV, DVD player, iPod dock, wifi, coffee machine and kettle, free soft drinks from minibar and personal care products. |
| Alpine Superior | With 34-37m2 the Alpine Superior is perfect for two to enjoy the Zermatt view. There is a spacious double room with a comfortable lounge, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC. Also includes: satellite TV, DVD player, iPod dock, wifi, coffee machine and kettle, free soft drinks from minibar and personal care products. Some rooms also have a balcony. |
| Alpine Junior Suite | The Alpine Junior Suite has room for two or even more with 40-45m2. The morning sun and beautiful Mischabel view can also be enjoyed from a private balcony. There is a spacious double suite with a comfortable lounge, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC. Also includes: satellite TV, DVD player, iPod dock, wifi, coffee machine and kettle, free soft drinks from minibar and personal care products. There is also the option of adding an additional bed to this suite. |
| Alpine Junior Suite Matterhorn | The Alpine Junior Suite has room for two or even more with 40-45m2. The beautiful Matterhorn view can also be enjoyed from a private balcony. There is a spacious double suite with a comfortable lounge, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC. Also includes: satellite TV, DVD player, iPod dock, wifi, coffee machine and kettle, free soft drinks from minibar and personal care products. There is also the option of adding an additional bed to this suite. |
| Residence Chalet Family 2 Bedroom | 74m2. 2-bedroom suite. 1 bedroom with twin or king-size bed, 1 bedroom with full-size bed (140cm). Comfortable living room with fireplace, dining table and kitchenette. Bathroom with whirlpool and shower/WC. Separate WC. Balcony or terrace with view of Zermatt village life in various directions. |
| Residence Chalet Family Duplex Suite 2 Bedroom | 129m2. 2-bedroom suite. 2 double bedrooms with bathroom, whirlpool/WC. Comfortable living room with open fireplace, sofa and dining table. Separate WC. Kitchenette or private Sauna. Balcony with view of Zermatt village life. |
| Residence Chalet Family Duplex Suite 3 Bedroom | 129m2. 3-bedroom suite. 2 double bedrooms with bathroom, 1 twin bedroom, whirlpool/WC. Comfortable living room with open fireplace, sofa and dining table. Separate WC. Kitchenette or private Sauna. Balcony with view of Zermatt village life. |
| Residence Chalet Family Suite 1 Bedroom | 74m2. 1 bedroom with twin or king-size bed, 1 bedroom with full-size bed (140cm). Comfortable living room with fireplace, dining table and kitchenette. Bathroom with whirlpool and shower/WC. Separate WC. Balcony or terrace with view of Zermatt village life in various directions. |
| Alpine Suite Classic | The Alpine Suite has room for two or even more with 54-65m2. The morning sun and beautiful Zermatt view can also be enjoyed from a private balcony. This is a spacious suite with a double or twin beds depending on preference, comfortable living quarters including a lounge and dining or work table, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC. There is also the option of adding two additional beds to this suite. |
| Alpine Suite Matterhorn | The Alpine Suite has room for two or even more with 54-65m2. The morning sun and beautiful Zermatt view can also be enjoyed from a private balcony. This is a spacious suite with a double or twin beds depending on preference, comfortable living quarters including a lounge and dining or work table, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC. There is also the option of adding two additional beds to this suite. |
| Castor Suite | Spacious luxury and a harmonious, stylish interior with Alpine charm make this an inviting place to stay. Master bedroom with bathroom, Jacuzzi, shower and WC. Comfortable living room with dining area and open fireplace. Separate bathroom with shower/WC. South-facing balcony with view of the impressive Matterhorn and across the rooftops of Zermatt. Can be combined with one or two adjacent Alpine Classic double rooms. |
| Matterhorn Suite 2 People | Spacious luxury and a harmonious, stylish interior with Alpine charm make this an inviting place to stay. Master bedroom with bathroom, Jacuzzi, shower and WC upstairs. Well-lit, magnificent living room with open fireplace and separate dining room. Separate WC. Large panaromic window with view of the impressive Matterhorn. South-facing balcony with view across the rooftops of Zermatt. Can be combined with an adjacent Alpine Superior double room. |
| Matterhorn Suite 4 People | Spacious luxury and a harmonious, stylish interior with Alpine charm make this an inviting place to stay. Master bedroom with bathroom, Jacuzzi, shower and WC upstairs. Well-lit, magnificent living room with open fireplace and separate dining room. Separate WC. Large panaromic window with view of the impressive Matterhorn. South-facing balcony with view across the rooftops of Zermatt. Can be combined with an adjacent Alpine Superior double room. |
| Pollux Suite | Spacious luxury and a harmonious, stylish interior with Alpine charm make this an inviting place to stay. Master bedroom with bathroom, Jacuzzi, shower and WC. Comfortable living room with dining area and open fireplace. Separate WC. South-facing balcony with view of the impressive Matterhorn and across the rooftops of Zermatt. Can be combined with an adjacent Alpine Classic double room. |
Childcare
Children are welcome; a children’s dinner menu is served at 6pm. Babysitting and a baby listening service is available. The hotel is equipped with cots, high chairs, a children's pool and the 'Mini Cervin' playroom.
| Baby Sitting | Baby sitting in the evenings is available on a request basis and is approximately 15 Euros per hour until midnight after this time the charge is 20 euros per hour which is payable locally. |
Facilities
There are several brilliant restaurants to choose from, including 'Le Restaurant' for formal dining and Grill Le Cervin for delicious dishes cooked over a wood-fired grill. The 'dine around' system allows guests on half board to dine at 12 different restaurants around the resort, ranging from traditional Swiss cuisine to Japanese delicacies and gourmet affairs. For a pre-dinner drink enjoy a cocktail creation in Joseph's Bar and, if cigars are you thing you can relax with a large selection of cigars in the Salon Davidoff.
The fabulous spa has a large indoor swimming pool, a heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi, two whirlpools, a Finnish sauna, steambaths, an ice-grotto and a relaxation room. The MCP beauty spa offers a range of revitalising massage and beauty treatments.
| Spa | The spa features a large indoor swimming pool, a separate children's pool, two whirlpools and an outdoor pool. A selection of saunas includes a Finnish sauna, and a biosauna as well as steam baths and footbaths. There is also a rest room with heated loungers. You can also book massages and treatments. |
| Fitness Room | With modern cardio and strength equipment, a qualified personal trainer is available upon request. |
| Le Restaurant | This traditional dining room serves international cuisine in an elegant setting. |
| Grill Le Cervin | With a charcoal grill this restaurant serves fresh fish from the market and local specialities and has a friendly, warm atmosphere. |
| Ristorante Capri | Located on the 4th floor of Le Petit Cervin this restaurant gives an impressive view of the Alps along with a taste of the Mediterranean. |
| Joseph's Bar | Serving a selection of cocktails, wines and beers and a choice of light meals and snacks. Evenings are accompanied by piano entertainment. |
| Davidoff Lounge | Great for cigar-smokers, there is a large selection of Cuban and Dominican cigars expertly stored in the humidor along with a selection digestifs. |
Activities
Zermatt has plenty to offer in the way of activities as well as for those who just want to kick back and relax and take in all the views of the Matterhorn, lush green meadows and lakes. Zermatt offers superb hiking, biking and rock climbing for all abilities. Guests can even partake in a spot of summer skiing if they wish as the height of the glacier means skiing is available 365 days a year.
With its 'Families Welcome' award Zermatt is a family friendly place with plenty of things for children to do. There are playgrounds in the mountains, family friendly hiking trails, gondola excursions, snow tubing and the Forest Fun Park with zip wires. Zermatt also has it's own mascot 'Wolli' and children from 6-16 can take part in the supervised Wolli Summer fun programme.
The village itself is a pleasure to explore and exploring the mountain is also straightforward with mountain railways and some wonderful walks, whether on foot, two wheels or in the air. If you would like a really close view of the Matterhorn, a helicopter flight around it is truly breathtaking.
Zermatt is much more of a cultural centre than many other resorts. The Matterhorn Museum is a must-see with fascinating exhibits and there are plenty of art galleries and churches and chapels to see to get more acquainted with the history of Zermatt.
There are also plenty more active possibilities including the fitness centre, indoor tennis and squash and gym.
Reviews
Fiona Bickmore (Staff)
An extremely popular option in Zermatt. The Mont Cervin offers an excellent and friendly service and the food is really good. Being part of the Seiler hotel group you can eat in any of the other seven Seiler hotels for dinner when you are booked on a half board basis. The spa area is great as well with an indoor/outdoor pool. Zermatt is a fantastic resort and works really well for families.
Katherine Gotla (Staff)
This hotel is one of the oldest in Zermatt located in prime location on the main street. They will meet you at the station in a horse drawn carriage and this sets the scene for the remainder of your stay as you will be looked after exceedingly well. There are great room options for both couples and families with views of the Matterhorn if so required. There are plenty of dining options including the Michelin starred Capri restaurant in the Petit Cervin.
Experiences
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Dinner with the stars in Zermatt
A breathtaking view with unrivalled scenery, the sunset dinner in Gornergrat includes an impressive ride on the highest open-air cogwheel train in Europe, followed by dinner on the terrace under the stars.
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FlyRail Baggage
If you are flying into Switzerland and taking the train to your chosen destination, take the hassle of struggling with all those extra bags and FlyRail them all the way to the railway station, where they can be collected at your leisure.
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Glacier Palace
Billed as the highest glacier palace in the world, this ethereal attraction is well worth a visit. Mysterious sounds accompany you as you discover this glacial world, and there's even an ice slide.
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Gourmet Helicopter Tour of the Matterhorn, Zermatt
Enjoy a spectacular helicopter flight around the majestic Matterhorn before landing at Unterrothorn and eating a delicious lunch at a mountain restaurant. Then return by foot along hiking trails or by cable car.
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Helicopter tour of the Matterhorn
Experience views of the Matterhorn from up high in this helicopter tour with spectacular views of the most famous mountain in Switzerland.
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Mountain Biking in Zermatt - Scott Dunn Suggests
Zermatt is paradise for mountain bikers offering a variety of terrains from the easy to the challenging on trails between 1,400 m and 3,100 m at the foot of the Matterhorn
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Snow Tubing in Zermatt - Scott Dunn Suggests
Great fun for all the family, snow tubing in Zermatt, Switzerland consists of whizzing down the slopes from a high summit station at Matterhorn glacier paradise.
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Summer paragliding in Zermatt - Scott Dunn Suggests
To get a different perspective on Zermatt, why not go for an exhilarating paragliding flight for the best view of the Matterhorn? Tandem flights are available throughout with different take off points around the resort.
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Summer Skiing in Zermatt - Scott Dunn Suggests
Skiing isn't just for winter in Zermatt. At 3,883 metres is a summer adventure in a bikini at the highest year-round ski area in Europe.
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Sunrise breakfast, Zermatt - Scott Dunn Suggests
By taking the Gornergrat Railway to the foot of the Matterhorn early in the morning you can experience the indescribable views. As the sun touches the peak and turns it into a golden, fiery red colour it truly looks majestic in all its glory.
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Waterskiing in Schalisee, Zermatt - Scott Dunn Suggests
Experience the thrill of waterskiing in the mountains. Visit Schalisee in Täsch, near Zermatt where you will find a 109 m, electric powered waterskiing lift to take you surfing through the largest lake in the Nikolai Valley.
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Zermatlantis in Zermatt
Try to find time to visit Zermatlantis - an underground museum close to the church which gives you a fascinating historic tour of the village.
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Location & directions
Zermatt, Switzerland
Zermatt is located in the Valais Alps, in the south of Switzerland. The village is at 1600m and the Mont Cervin Palace has a central location just off the main street.
How to get there
The nearest international airports are Geneva and Zurich. Zermatt is best reached by train from each of these airports - with travel times of 3.5 - 4 hours, with one change en route.
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