Hotel Caprice, Wengen

Switzerland

Hotel Caprice

Switzerland

Excellent central location, ski-in possible, comfortable furnishings

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Hotel
Half Board
Lounge with open fireplace
Sauna
Wonderful views
Wi-Fi Available

Overview

This small boutique hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and a favourite of those looking for modern and comfortable accommodation with a relaxed atmosphere and excellent cuisine. The terrace as well as many rooms boast fabulous south-facing views of the Jungfrau and Lauterbrunnen Valley. Guests may ski back to the hotel, weather permitting

Description

Location

Central location, close to resort amenities
Just 2 minutes’ walk (200m) from the little mountain train, which provides access to the ‘Männlichen - Kleine Scheidegg’ ski area
Alternatively, the Männlichen cable-car is just 5 minutes’ walk away (500m)

Rooms

Bedrooms have bath, balcony, cable TV, DVD player, telephone, radio, minibar and hairdryer
Most are south-facing with wonderful views of the mountains and valley
A west-facing twin with restricted side view is also available
North-facing small double rooms for sole occupancy have shower instead of bath
South-facing 3-room suites (2 bedrooms, lounge and balcony) are ideal for families and are also available on request

Bedroom facilities

Cable or satellite programmes
Hairdryer
Minibar or fridge
Radio
Telephone
Video

Facilities

Smart dining room with beautifully-furnished lounge with log fire and bar
Bar billiards
Sauna (free)
Massage (pay locally)
Attractive sun terrace with stunning views
Wi-Fi throughout (free)
Lift

Lounge area
Sauna
WiFi
Views
Bar

Meals

Good hot and cold buffet breakfast
3 course gourmet evening meal
Christmas and New Year Gala dinners included (jacket and tie requested)
Free after dinner tea/coffee

Dress code for restaurants:
Smart casual
Breakfast service:
Buffet
Lunch service:
Not included
Dinner service:
Waiter

Ski back to the hotel, conditions permitting

Accommodation Attributes

All Ensuite

Fireplace

Terrace Balcony

Accommodation Facilities

Sauna

About Wengen

Wengen, which shares the Jungfrau pass with Grindelwald and Murren, is most famous for its dramatic downhill course, the 'Lauberhorn'. It's also known as one of those classic Swiss ski resorts that is relaxed and has stunning scenery. Don't come here solely to bash as many pistes as possible. Wengen is traffic free and only accessible only by train from Lauterbrunnen. Many skiers will then take the train on up to Kleine Scheidegg, so a good knowledge of the timetable is vital to avoid queues although the newly renovated cable-car to Mannlichen provides a quicker alternative into the main area. As with Grindelwald, the views of the Eiger and the surrounding mountains are awesome. Both resorts share the problem of unreliable snow, as the pistes don't go much higher than 2000m. The skiing is very good for intermediates and beginners and the ski schools are excellent. Advanced skiers and boarders don't have too many pistes to try, but off-piste is adequate.

Many people go to Wengen simply for the atmosphere. It's sedate, stress- and traffic-free and 'old-school'. The village has excellent hotels that provide most of the dining, with some superb mountain eateries to boot. Nightlife is fairly restrained but non-skiers have plenty to occupy themselves with. In particular there is the option of the train, providing access to the valley below, to Murren, and to Interlaken. When the weather is fine, many people are happy just to sit out, enjoy the scenery and soak up the ambience of the place. It isn't just skiing in Wengen, you know.

Resort Attributes

Alpine Charm

Family Friendly

Good For Non-Skiers

Great Off-Piste

Mountain Restaurants

Short Transfer

Resort Facilities

Bowling Alley

Child Care

Gym

Hang Gliding