Davos Klosters Ski Resort Review.

Besides the skiing and the annual World Economic Forum attracting politicians and celebrities by the plane load, Davos Klosters in Switzerland is the place to see and be seen. So, make sure you pack your latest designer outfits and handbags alongside your ski pants; which really need to be leopard print!

Accommodation Davos Klosters.

Waldhotel.

Before Davos became a ski resort, the clear mountain air helped convalescing tuberculosis sufferers, who stayed in large sanatoriums. Today the sanatoriums are plush hotels such as the slick four-star Waldhotel.

Located in a peaceful location above Davos on the edge of a forest, it’s slightly remote but offers a free shuttle service. Bedrooms are large with great views, there’s a good-sized wellness area with a swimming pool overlooking the mountains and an excellent restaurant.

Allod Park Apartments, Davos Platz.

Staying in Davos needn’t be expensive – these simple but well-equipped apartments are located near the bars, restaurants and shops and ski bus stop. There’s a restaurant and bar in the apartment block, parking facilities and you can order fresh bread rolls to be delivered to the reception area each morning. These and others are available via Interhome.

Tivoli Lodge, Davos Dorf.

If your pockets are deep, luxury chalet operators provide über-luxurious options in Klosters and Davos. Usually large, yet discreet, ski-in/ski-out chalets which cater for any and every need.

From a chauffeur, to drive you to wherever you want to go, to a chef to cater for whatever it is you want. Facilities include having their own cinema and spa complexes, luxury toiletries, well-stocked cellars and so much more.

Chesa Grischuna.

In the centre of Klosters is this beautifull old chalet whose rooms successfully combine local wood carvings, paintings and antiques with modern amenities. Service is genuinely warm and friendly and a chef who creates consistently excellent food, with an emphasis on locally-sourced game, venison and fish.

The family which owns Chesa Grischuna also runs a separate, cheaper guesthouse (Chalet Grischuna) across the road.

Hotel Vereina.

A Klosters fixture since 1890, the hotel has been revamped, maintaining its traditional feel, and now offers 11 double rooms, 14 suites, a bar and a spacious spa. The restaurant area incorporates the intimate Stübli as well as the bright Winter Garden restaurant.

Expect a winning combination of unpretentious luxury and friendly and attentive staff at the Hotel Vereina.

Apres Ski; Davos Klosters Ski Bars and Clubs.

Apres-ski is generally fairly subdued in Davos, with locals preferring to enjoy coffee and pastries at Café Schneider in Platz or Café Weber in Dorf to wild table-top dancing.

That said, Montana Bar and Paulaner’s Bar (in the Arabella Sheraton Hotel) by the Parsennbahn in Davos Platz attract a civilized après-ski crowd, and Bolgenschanz by the Jakobshorn base station has a lively après-ski scene.

Later on, Davos Platz is the hub of the activity: Cabanna Club, Cava Grischa (Hotel Europe) and Ex-Bar are popular and stay open until late. Chämi Bar, Piano Bar (in the Hotel Europe) and Bar Bistro Angelo are quieter, attracting an older crowd.

There’s lively après-ski on the mountain at the Serneuser Schwendi Hütte on red piste 21 and then at Gaudy’s Graströchni, located at the end of the same run (no visit to Klosters is complete without at least one drink here) and Gotschnabar by the gondola base station.

Later on, the action in Klosters moves to the hotel bars: Steinbock Bar, Chesa Grischuna, Cresta Bar, Rössli Bar and Piano Bar before Casa Antica disco kicks in.

Restaurants in Davos Klosters.

Pick up a restaurant guide from the Tourist Office to negotiate your way around the wide choice and changing array of restaurants.

Hotel Grischa.

Their ‘Dine Around’ programme allows guests to book half-board accommodation in the hotel of choose to eat dinner in any of the participating restaurants each evening.

Flüela-Stübli, Davos Platz.

This art-deco restaurant in the grand Hotel Flüela is known for its excellent selection of cheese and meat fondues and melt-in-the-mouth veal dishes. Children are warmly welcomed and can chose from several special menus.

Pot au Feu, Davos Platz.

This atmospheric restaurant is a great spot to sample genuine Swiss cuisine with a French influence. If you can figure out how to pronounce them, try Chäs-Chüechli (small cheese tarts), Capuns (Swiss chard with bacon, potatoes and cheese) and Geschnetzeltes (sliced veal in a creamy mushroom sauce).

Hubli’s Landhaus, Laret.

Allegedly King Charles’ favourite hotel. The Walserhof might have more Michelin stars than Hubli’s Landhaus, but this delightful Michelin-starred restaurant continues to draw foodies from all over the world to the tiny village of Laret, situated between Davos and Klosters. Come here for exquisitely prepared dishes of local fish and game such as roasted salmon fillets in balsamic vinegar sauce and Wiener Schnitzel.

Bruhin’s Weissfluhgipfel.

Matthias Bruhin’s restaurant is located at 2,864m on the Weissfluhgipfel – the highest point in Davos-Klosters. The contemporary Swiss cuisine incorporates light seafood dishes as well as more typical stews and steaks. There’s an extensive wine list.

Walserhuus Sertig.

This charming family-run restaurant is in the heart of the Sertig valley. It can be reached by a 15-minute scenic bus-ride from Davos or by following off-piste routes from Jackobshorn and Rinerhorn. Popular dishes include Rösti with venison and meat fondues. Reservations essential.

Non Skiing Activities Davos Klosters.

Indoor and Fun Pool at Eau La La.

Visit Eau La La with its 25m Indoor swimming pool…
Diving pool with 1 metre and 3 metre diving boards.
Multi-purpose pool with lifting floor, water depth variable between 40cm and 2m,
Aqua fit classes, swimming courses.
Children’s paddling area.
Heated outdoor pool.
Relaxation zone with stunning view towards the Landwasser valley.
Solaria.
80 metre “Black Hole” water slide.

Indoor Golf, Tennis and Bowling Options.

Check out the Davos Klosters official website for listings of both indoor and outdoor golf, tennis, wellness and many other activities.

Many of the hotels have children’s activity areas and clubs which include bowling, bouncy castles and other entertainment. Check out Bündnerhof Kloster, Chesa Grischuna, Silvretta Parkhotel and Hotel Sport Kloster.

NOTE: Ski Resorts change all the time. This review may now be out of date and some of the information may be inaccurate. Please visit the official ski resort site for Davos Klosters for the latest information.