Situated a 10-minute walk from the cable cars in Zermatt, the family-run Hotel Rex offers an exclusive spa area including an indoor pool, a hot tub, 2 saunas, a steam bath and a solarium. All shops and restaurants can be reached within a short walk. The rooms and large suites of the Hotel Rex are equipped with cable TV, bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms offer views of the Matterhorn Mountain. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The Hotel Bar with an open fireplace is ideal for a drink after a day of skiing in the mountains. A breakfast buffet is available daily between 7:30 and 11:00. On arrival and departure, the Rex hotel offers a free pick-up from the Zermatt Train Station or the village entrance.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Nearby ski lifts:
  • Zermatt-Sunnegga - 550 yards
  • Zermatt - Furi Ski Lift - 700 yards
  • Matterhorn Express Gondola - 700 yards
  • Matterhorn Express 1 - 750 yards
  • Eisfluh - 1,250 yards

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zermatt, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katarzyna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Never mind the exceptional location and room, I loved the stylish decor and the best ever hand-made, unlimited breakfast you can possibly imagine; I would stay in this place in the future for sure!
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a beautiful, relaxed, comfortable hotel with a magnificent view of the Matterhorn
  • Stephen
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful hotel with great decor that was natural and well designed for the premises. A really nice vibe. The outdoor garden/bar was relaxing and the breakfast superb. Great location - close to everything but also quiet. Good size room and...

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of the rex
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Skiing
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hammam
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Solarium
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
6 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 60 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 80 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Zermatt is a car-free resort. You need to park your car in Täsch and proceed by train for the last 4 kilometres.

Please note that the free transfer from and to the train station is available from 07:00 to 19:00, one way on the day of arrival and departure. Please inform the property about your expected arrival time to arrange it.

FAQs about the rex

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at the rex is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • the rex offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Hammam
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Solarium
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Swimming Pool
    • Foot bath

  • Guests staying at the rex can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Room options at the rex include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Apartment

  • the rex is 500 yards from the centre of Zermatt. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at the rex may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at the rex on this page.