Secret spots
Dreamed of spending the night in a tepee, a yurt or under the stars?
In Valais, imaginative destinations compete with each other in offering unusual accommodation combining authenticity and comfort in the heart of the Alps. Get up high, watch the sunset, or enjoy a fondue by the fire before going to bed and falling into the arms of Morpheus.
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Cube 365 - La Loutze
Spend the night in a unique setting at CUBE 365. Furnished with all the modern features of a high-end hotel room, this modular unit moves to a new location every year. In 2023, you can stay at the heart of the Loutze alpine pasture.
Village Sioux - Bonatchiesse
A campfire in the forest, barbecue, saloon and overnight stay in tepees await you in the heart of the Sioux village located near Verbier. Enjoy an extraordinary camping experience in an unusual and comfortable setting, surrounded by birdsong and lapping water.
Saas Fee – Bubble Suite
In Saas Fee, stay in the Bubble Suite at the edge of a forest under a star-filled sky. Enjoy the stunning view of the Mittaghorn and Egginer peaks while lying in bed or lounging on the terrace.
Arbocamp – Val de Bagnes
You’re unlikely to forget your experience at ArboCamp any time soon. Spend the night under the stars snugly installed in a tent suspended a metre above the ground after an evening around the fire, and wake up to the first rays of the sun.
Le gîte de Mandelon – Hérémence
Wild nature lovers will particularly appreciate this haven of peace, created from old barns that have been converted into a gîte. Spend the night in a 19th century setting offering inimitable comfort, nestled in an unspoilt natural environment in the heart of the Val des Dix.
Anakolodge – La Forclaz
Several completely renovated barns combining tradition and modernity offer an opportunity to spend an exceptional night in the mountains with all necessary comforts provided. Each mayen has a fully equipped kitchen, while local merchants offer products from the surrounding area to enhance all your meals.
Yurt at Corbyre pasture – Crans-Montana
It’s as if you were in Mongolia itself! Sleep in a yurt nestled in the heart of a mountain pasture, surrounding by grazing Hérens cows, and join their owners in taking care of them. When dinner-time comes, choose between a picnic, a barbecue, a fondue in the pastures or a meal in a restaurant.
Hameau de Colombire – Crans-Montana
Enjoy the unforgettable experience of a night in one of these converted chalets in the heart of the most beautiful mountains in Switzerland. Foodies will appreciate being able to choose between a gourmet basket delivered directly to your door or other succulent dishes on the seasonal menu.
Whitepod – Monthey
Ecology, nature and luxury accommodation combine to create a unique and quality experience in an unspoilt natural environment. Enjoy the comfort of a traditional hotel room and sleep in an energy-efficient heated pod nestled in a breathtaking setting.
Hôtel Arkanum - Salgesch (Salquenen)
Located in the heart of the small wine-growing village of Salgesch, this hotel both classic rooms as well as six themed rooms for an unusual overnight stay. Choose to sleep in a barrel, a wine press, a guardhouse, a cradle, or opt for the world of knights or a hospice.
Les Mazots de la Source – Vercorin
Spend an authentic stay in one of the chalets forming an exclusive hamlet in the heart of unspoilt nature. Symbols of the transhumance of yesteryear, these constructions are made of wood with high-quality materials and local craftsmen’s ancestral know-how.
Les raccards de Montagne Alternative - Commeire
Treat yourself to a dream stay in lovingly renovated authentic barns made of wood and stone offering a breathtaking view of the Mont-Blanc range and the Valaisan Alps. Comfort, peace, a modern approach and a stunning panorama will captivate your heart time and time again.
Gd-St-Bernard Hospice
Located at almost 2,500 metres above sea level, Grand-St-Bernard hospice welcomes hikers, pilgrims and guests passing through. Located on the eponymous pass on the border between Switzerland and Italy, the hospice offers 30 comfortable rooms and potluck in the heart of the mountains.
Sportarena & Camping – Leukerbad (Loèche-les-Bains)
Head for the foot of the Gemmi, not far from the Leukerbad spa complex, for an unforgettable night in unprecedented fully furnished concrete tubes offered by the 3-star Sportarena campsite.
Into the Van - Sion
You get to choose where you want to spend the night. Into the Van rents out fully converted vehicles with the option of adding introductory climbing sessions and gourmet packages, such as aperitifs, wine or meat fondue. Since wild camping is not permitted, Into the Van provides a list of winegrowers, producers, cheese dairies and tourist attractions offering free parking spaces.
Glamping Naturlodge Gadestatt – Obergesteln
Open from the end of May to the end of September, this open-air bed is located in the heart of the Conches valley, in an unspoiled, peaceful natural environment. And if you’re looking for a winter experience, two domes built from a former helicopter repair hangar are a guarantee of an out of the ordinary experience.
Thurelle Bertschen – Turtmann
Spend the night in an old tower built in 1662 in which the historical materials have been carefully renovated to offer visitors an exceptional stay equipped with all modern conveniences in an environment with a unique atmosphere steeped in history.
Alpentipi – Turtmanntal
If you’re looking for a truly different experience, opt for a night at 2,338 meters above sea level in the heart of the Turtmann Valley. An Indian tipi complete with fireplace as well as private tents will ensure a night such as you have never had.
Projacks – Unterbäch
Leave technology aside for a stay in Unterbäch and treat yourself to a tranquil break in the heart of nature offering a choice between a comfortable log cabin, two sleeping barrels, a yoga and mediation hut and a sauna to recharge your batteries in peace and quiet.
Monte-Rosa Hut - Zermatt
Spending a night at the Monte-Rosa hut, surrounded by numerous 4,000 metre peaks, is a must during a stay in Zermatt. Located at 2,883 meters above sea level, this ultra-modern 120-bed complex offers a breathtaking view of the Matterhorn and the Gorger glacier.
TCS Surf Camp – Sion
In addition to its standard facilities, the campsite offers accommodation in a surfers' village, where a number of fully equipped safari-style tents for two to eight people, a barbecue area and a volleyball court await you. Their booking is mainly linked to the Alaïa Bay wave pool, which is just a few minutes’ walk from the campsite.
La Yourte – Trient
Looking for an original idea for a romantic evening or a family holiday? Just a few minutes from the village of Trient, succumb to the temptation of spending a night in a converted yurt. Located in the middle of nature, it offers a breathtaking view of the Trient glacier and the surrounding peaks.
La Cahute du Bouquetin – Salanfe
This small wooden hut, equipped with electricity and heating, offers a magnificent view of the Salanfe mountain circus. Enjoy your evening meal at the nearby inn before spending an unforgettable night in the heart of nature.
Alp Safari – Nax
Try the cosy comfort of Alp Safari for a night out of the ordinary in an unspoilt setting at an altitude of nearly 1,000 metres, in the heart of the Valaisan Alps. This service provider offers fully equipped family tents and structures on stilts as well as great camp sites for those traveling with their own equipment.
