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As dusk falls over the Ursern Valley, the first snow settles on timbered roofs and mountain trails. In the heart of this winter stillness stands The Chedi Andermatt. A five-star sanctuary glowing softly beneath the peaks, inviting guests into a world where luxury is defined by atmosphere, craftsmanship, and stillness.
Designed by Jean-Michel Gathy, The Chedi Andermatt merges the timeless warmth of Swiss chalets with the elegance of Asian minimalism. Warm woods, natural stone, and low-slung furnishings create interiors that soothe and impress in equal measure. From the soaring lobby and its mirror-polished chandeliers to quiet corners with 200 fireplaces, every detail feels intentional, crafted to evoke serenity and intimacy.
The property’s 119 rooms and suites continue this dialogue of design. Alpine pine and timber beams meet Japanese-style paneling and chabudai tables. Each suite feels like a cocoon: a private retreat with panoramic windows, fireplaces, and soft fur throws that blur the line between rustic and refined.
Culinary experiences are central to The Chedi’s identity. Now boasting two Michelin stars, The Japanese Restaurant offers seasonal omakase menus crafted by chefs Dominik Sato and Fabio Toffolon. Here, artistry meets precision: sushi, wagyu, and miso-infused creations are presented with almost meditative care in an open kitchen setting.
For an even more elevated experience, The Japanese at Gütsch sits high above Andermatt at 2,344 meters. Reached by gondola, it’s Switzerland’s highest Japanese restaurant and a destination in its own right. There, Alpine views meet Tokyo-style perfection. A sublime blend for gourmets in search of the extraordinary.
The more casual Restaurant serves both Alpine classics and Asian signatures from open kitchens. Its centerpiece is a five-meter-high glass Cheese Cellar, a cathedral of over 50 regional and national delicacies, each lovingly curated and presented like fine art.
During the snowy months, the hotel’s courtyard transforms into a Winter Village of glowing fir trees, snow-dusted walkways, and fire-lit cabins. At its heart stands The Chalet, a rustic wooden restaurant open only in winter. Inside, traditional Swiss dishes, fondue, raclette, and mulled wine, are served in a festive, candlelit setting that captures the spirit of the season.
Those seeking privacy can reserve The Kota, a Nordic-inspired grill cabin designed for small groups. Its secluded ambiance and open-fire cooking evoke winter’s simpler pleasures, refined through The Chedi’s lens of quiet luxury.
The Chedi’s Spa and Health Club spans 2,400 square meters, offering Alpine wellness at its most luxurious. Here, heat and snow coexist: Finnish saunas, steam rooms, and an ice grotto are complemented by a 35-meter indoor pool and an outdoor heated pool where snowflakes melt on warm shoulders.
Treatments draw on both Asian and local traditions, herbal compresses, chakra-balancing rituals, and Swiss mountain wraps. Whether reclining by the fire post-massage or practicing yoga as snow falls outside, the experience is as restorative as it is indulgent.
Since its debut in 2013, The Chedi Andermatt has helped redefine winter luxury in Switzerland. It embodies a new chapter of high-altitude hospitality. Rooted in local character yet open to global sensibilities. Its curated elegance, cultural fluency, and devotion to craft make it more than just a hotel: it is a living poem of winter.
For the discerning traveler, this is not simply a place to stay. It is a destination to dwell, reflect, and savor. In The Chedi’s world, every snowflake becomes part of a greater composition, of warmth, silence, and style.
© All imagery courtesy of The Chedi Andermatt
