Tradition Julen Hotel, Zermatt

Located a 10- 15-minute walk from the cable cars, Hotel Julen offers a traditional tavern, an elegant restaurant and a 3-story spa area with indoor pool. All rooms have private balconies.

The cozy rooms at Tradition Julen Hotel combine traditional Alpine interiors with modern amenities such as flat-screen cable TVs and free Wi-Fi. The spacious bathrooms have hairdryer, free beauty products and bathrobes.

Guests can relax at the large spa center, which includes an indoor swimming pool, steam baths, solarium, sauna and fitness room. Technogym products are in the fitness room. A wide variety of spa treatments are available at an additional charge.

The restaurant serves a combination of local traditional dishes and international food, while the tavern offers fine wines from local wineries.

For a good cocktail by the open fireplace, guests can visit the stylish bar.

The Zermatt Train Station is a 10-minute walk away.