Gstaad Palace Hotel

We have been unusually fortunate to now be on our second stay at this unparalleled hotel. The standards in Switzerland are already quite high. That this hotel is in Gstaad - indeed, in some ways it's the face of Gstaad - elevate the standards even higher. But among the excellent hotels in this picture perfect town, the Palace is the top of the top. We have been told by multiple staff members "we would do anything for our guests" and "once you've been a guest here you'll always be one in our eyes". And they mean it. The hotel itself is Swiss perfection, down to every last detail, but it is the staff who define the word hospitality in their professionalism and attitude and who provide the magic. Many/most of these staff work exceedingly hard, certainly those in housekeeping, at the front deck, at the concierge desk, and most of all, in the restaurants. They can be here from early morning till late at night. But despite this hard work they consistently excel in being gracious and positive - perhaps at least partly out of pride, knowing that within the world of hotel hospitality, the "product" they are putting out is as good as anyplace on the planet. Among these staffers, special mention to Ervin and Francesco, who treated us to a memorably wonderful dinner tonight and are warm, fun (!) and supremely professional people who personify the culture of this most special hotel. And of course, Valentine, the front desk manager, who exudes excellence in herself and her superb staff. Thank you to Gstaad Palace for being that place that gives one comfort that this level of excellence in hospitality really does still exist.

Fifth time at the Palace for a Roy Emerson Tennis Week (something that I would highly recommend to any tennis enthusiast). Service continues to be impeccable. The Palace's general manager, who is a pleasure to deal with, should be extremely proud of her staff. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

We recently stayed in the Gstaad Palace and had an exceptional experience. The staff were very attentive, friendly and sharp on our wants and needs. The room was beautiful; the bed super comfortable and the bathroom spacious and luxurious. We brought our young dog with us, and the hotel provided us with a dog bed, bowls and some treats - safe to say he also had a great time. The breakfast is great and varied, and the dinner menu has huge choice as well. The spa is incredible - one of the nicest spas I've ever been in. It was a shame we didn't have great weather to enjoy the surroundings but we will definitely be returning!

We stayed a week at Gstaad palace and overall we had a pleasant stay. What we liked: - very good service whether we were at the different restaurants, lobby bar, ski room or Spa. - Large Spa with sauna, outdoor jacuzzi, relaxation room, we enjoyed a lot after a day of ski - Ski room: great staff helping us to fit our ski equipment - restaurants: quality food at Grand Restaurant or La Fromagerie with great staff as well as at the breakfast with wide choice of food - amazing ambiance in the lobby bar with music bands playing every night What we did not like: We put a 4/5 as at check in we were confirmed a late check out (thanks to LHW membership), day before our check out, reception told us it was not anymore possible. For this level of hotel, Deluxe Palace, it is not acceptable, when you commit, you have to find a solution as we had to change our travel arrangement.

One of the best winter / Christmas celebration we have had! Charming hotel, friendly staff and excellent f&b, especially on Christmas Eve. If we have any regret, it would be the dress code at the restaurant was not observed by some guests. It was a little unpleasant to see guests going in the restaurant with the same T-shirt and shorts in slippers in the morning. I lost my appetite two days in a row.