The Rex Hotel Zermatt

Zermatt, Switzerland View on map
9.3 Superb Based on 457 reviews
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"Sourdough bread bakes daily in the in-house bakery, filling the space with warm scents. Balconies frame views of the Matterhorn, while the extensive spa features saunas, a large pool, and a whirlpool. Made for mountain-bound couples, and less so for anyone requiring silent nights."

From US$ 407 US$ 362 per night
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Check-in
12 Sept 2026
Check-out
13 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose The Rex

  • Spa & pool
    Pool, saunas, whirlpool
  • In-house bakery
    Daily sourdough bread
  • Foraged & organic
    Locally sourced cuisine
  • Natural wine bar
    80+ low-intervention wines
  • Matterhorn views
    Balconies with iconic peak
  • Complimentary shuttle
    From Zermatt station

Overview

The family-owned The Rex Hotel Zermatt lies in a ski area of Zermatt a 19-minute stroll from The Matterhorn Mountain, featuring a sundeck, a summer terrace, and a shared lounge. Featuring 35 rooms with views of the mountains, this hotel is a short way from St Peter's English Church.

Located 0.4 miles from Zermatt railroad station, the 4-star hotel stands 900 feet from Parish Church of St. Mauritius. Located near the cultural-natural Matterhorn Museum, the Rex is in the immediate vicinity of Photopoint Kirchbrucke bridge. The area also includes natural sites like the scenic Gorner Gorge, which are a 20-minute walk from this accommodation. A local bus stop Kirchbruecke is 500 feet away.

The allergy-friendly rooms are equipped with an individual safe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini bar fridge. The Rex Hotel also offers an electric kettle and glassware in its rooms. This Zermatt hotel also features private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

The accommodation serves a free buffet breakfast from 7:30 to 11:00. Guests can dine at Restaurant Schaferstube only steps away from the hotel.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    from 06:00 until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
The Rex
Our tips

Should you book The Rex?

Perfect if you
  • Need a short walk to the cable cars - the hotel is a 10-minute walk from the cable cars in Zermatt.
  • Want bathrobes and slippers in the room - the rooms provide bathrobes and slippers.
  • Value an excellent location score - the hotel has a location score of 9.4 in Zermatt's best-rated area.
Maybe skip if you
  • Are traveling with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
Best for
  • The new Liftji bar, where hot wine and baked cheese are served
  • The Matterhorn views from private balconies

Facilities of The Rex

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
The Rex Guest Services
  • Free shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Policies

The Rex applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out
from 06:00 until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Frequently asked questions

Rex lies in the center of the city, around a 19-minute stroll to The Matterhorn.
A room in Rex costs approximately $674.
It will take you a 5-minute walk to get from Rex Zermatt to the city centre.
The closest airport is Sion and it is placed within 50 miles from Rex.
Popular spots near Rex Zermatt include Matterhorn glacier paradise, The Matterhorn, Forest Fun-Park Zermatt, among others.
Restaurants near Rex include Pizzeria Roma and Restaurant Julen.
Payment methods available in Rex Zermatt include American Express, Visa and Mastercard.
Rex has such facilities as a sun terrace, a sauna and an indoor swimming pool.
Some rooms of Rex welcome guests with wireless Internet and television.
At Rex Zermatt check-in is open after 3 PM, and check-out is until 11 AM.
Yes, Rex offers baggage storage before check-in or after check-out.
Yes, smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas of Rex Zermatt.

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