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Mirabeau Resort & Spa Zermatt
Welcome to the magical place
Centrally located yet peaceful, the Mirabeau has been lovingly cared for by the same family for three generations — a family that is as welcoming as they are professional, driven by the desire to constantly improve their offering, which is already excellent.
Just a few minutes from the train station (and even less if you take the free hotel shuttle), the Mirabeau Resort & Spa has traded its summer flowers and lounge chairs for the delicate snow cushions of winter. It’s a true delight to enter their doors and take refuge beneath these roofs. On a clear morning, from the southern-facing balconies, the western face of the Matterhorn awaits, resplendent in the bright orange glow of daybreak, high above the village of Zermatt that still sleeps in the shadow of the valley.
The Mirabeau resort is made up of four buildings. The original building and its Alpine neighbour, which opened in 2004, feature light, varnished wood that echoes the lavender and forget-me-not colours of the large armchairs and padded headboards. The Alpine Junior Suites unfold in oak parquet flooring and touches of aged larch wood, felt and linen — while the XXL Loft boasts exposed beams, a living room, fireplace and island bathtub. Every room has cosy beds, complete with a delicately placed Lindt chocolate that awaits on the pillow.
The nearby Chalet Antoine includes seven studios and apartments that range from 35 to 100 m2 (1-3 bedrooms, for up to 10 people). They have been entirely renovated and all include a kitchen, private balcony and hotel services — the best of both worlds.
Breaking new ground
Never one to rest on their laurels, the Reichenbach-Julen family began construction on a new building in 2023 after five years of meticulous planning. Baptised étoile, it is enveloped in a beautiful wood façade that takes its inspiration from the great chalets of Bernese Oberland — which are near and dear to Director Francis Reichenbach (a Gstaad native) and his wife Marie Reichenbach-Julen (the Mirabeau founder’s granddaughter), who run the establishment today.
This new building encompasses some 20 partially modular rooms (designed for a younger demographic), two studios and two luxury duplex penthouse apartments, along with a public fitness centre and a luxurious ski storage room. Marie herself oversaw the design, bringing in Alpine touches that harmonize perfectly with the French-inspired “art de vivre” furnishings, which have always been an essential part of the Mirabeau’s interior design: light hardwood floors, soft greys, headboards covered in light beige Toile de Jouy, discreetly curved Louis XV console tables and armchairs, thick curtains, and vintage-inspired fittings and faucets. Clients love the natural luminosity of the bathrooms’ large windows, and the stone slab floors made from Vals quartzite — not to mention the family Junior Suites that include a gas fireplace. In the other spaces, the warm character of the resort comes to life through crystal chandeliers, soft cushions, faux fur and velvet blankets, amid tones of taupe and café au lait.
Wellness and gastronomy
In the comfort of this resort, the Alpine Hideaway Spa — which extends over 600 m2 — is far from an afterthought. For one, it doesn’t only open once the slopes have closed, but also in the mornings for warming up (9:00-11:00, 14:00-21:00). The centrepiece is the long pool, tucked beneath a vaulted, futuristic metallic roof. Here, peace reigns, set before a beautiful Alpine backdrop, between the Valaisan wood sauna, mountain herb baths, crystal steam baths, a jacuzzi, treatment rooms (one reserved for couples) and a revitalizing glacier shower reminiscent of the Matter Valley’s waterfalls.
As your night begins, enjoy an apéritif at the bar in one of the large, club-style armchairs upholstered in vintage rose and mauve Scottish tweed, in front of the crackling fireplace. The hammered tin ceiling and fringed lampshades set the tone of a speakeasy.
When it’s time to dine, you’ll be faced with a choice. The establishment’s primary restaurant L’Épicure was entirely revisited in 2022, and the name says it all. Here, Chef Géraldine Géroué offers authentic gourmet French dining, tinted with Alpine influences, every evening, including foie gras, meat dishes (like the signature porterhouse steak) or the legendary lobster linguine. Patrons who opted for the half-board package will be served an evening tasting menu inside the winter garden at Restaurant Veranda, with stunning views of the Matterhorn. The menu is an Alpine culinary journey with fresh regional produce, accented once a week by a Valais-themed evening with raclette, dried meats and yodelling.
For a more casual dining experience, Marie’s Deli offers everything you need. In a setting that’s reminiscent of a small grocer and butcher shop, featuring a sepia portrait of Marie’s great aunt, this delicatessen offers delights that suit every hour of the day. In winter, there’s a daily brunch with strong Swiss accents. Come in the afternoon for a sweet treat and a luxurious hot chocolate to warm up your hands or come for happy hour for the platters of oysters and caviar. The hearty main dishes, which can be enjoyed on site — from one of the high-top tables or a comfortable bench seat — or as take-away, are sure to soothe your soul. Whatever you fancy, you are sure to find it at the Mirabeau!
