Rate from 730€ / night  
Share on:

Switzerland, Verbier

W Verbier

5 stars, Contemporary, Design, Stylish, Glamorous, Unusual, Trendy, Luxury, Mountain, Sports activities, Bar, Night club, Swimming pool, Spa

The W hotel chain, synonymous with very chic, contemporary city hotels, nevertheless decided to open its first mountain hotel, choosing the peaceful Swiss village of Verbier as its venue. Perfectly situated at the foot of the slopes, its exterior is chalet like and therefore blends in perfectly with the atmosphere of the resort. But to discover the off the wall spirit of the W, you have to go inside. Created by the Concrete Architectural design firm, the W associates the tradition of the Swiss Alps with the urban aestheticism of New York. Cozy, contemporary and extremely trendy and arty, the W transports guests beyond the alpine summits to the atmosphere and style of a New York art gallery. Works of art by the famous tape artist, Buff Diss, recalling ski tracks in the snow and rounded irregular lines, exemplify the magic, and especially the daring, surprising nature of the W, a comfortable and laid back five star hotel with a generous dose of humor! A party spirit is present in each of the 123 rooms and suites, the largest and most prestigious being the E-Wow suite, the W’s pride and joy, with ceilings in recycled wood, leather couches, artificial fur and dark tones; a festival of materials and a décor that is a visual delight. The E-Wow suite is nothing short of sensational. Another unique feature of the W is the Mountain Concierge whose role is to enhance the guest’s vacation by proposing a guide or monitor for skiing, paragliding and numerous other activities. He can even organize a day of heli-skiing. Intense athletic activity requires moments of rest and recuperation, and the W’s superb 800 square meter spa fills the bill with its indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hammam, sauna and fitness activities. Nine treatment rooms, two of which are designed for couples, are ideal for the numerous mountain oriented treatments offered. The curves and rounded shapes of the swimming pool are in perfect sync with the hotel’s theme. Whether indoors or outdoors, the pleasure remains intense and unforgettable.

Verbier

Located in the Valais region of Switzerland, on a magnificent sunny 1500 meter high plateau, the Verbier ski resort is famous for its 400 kilometers of skiable property. More discreet than its neighbor, Gstaad, and certainly less glamorous, Verbier is a small peaceful village, a perfect reflection of Swiss serenity. A certain number of celebrities have added to the resort’s renown including Diana Ross and James Blunt, but Verbier nevertheless remains above all, a winter sports destination. Well known for its free ride spot, Verbier is also the setting for several mountain bike competitions, hiking trails and many other intensive mountain sports. The combination of a traditional setting, a strong and very athletic spirit and architecture which respects the alpine surroundings, since all of the constructions are in the chalet style and blend in perfectly with the natural environment, has made Verbier a trendy resort while still remaining family oriented and convivial.

Trendy, fashionable and luxurious

The W hotel chain is best known for its very chic, contemporary city hotels. In December, 2013 however, at Verbier, the chain opened its first mountain hotel. Perfectly situated at the foot of the slopes, its exterior is chalet like and therefore blends in perfectly with the atmosphere of village. But to discover the true spirit of the W, you have to go inside. Created by the Concrete Architectural design firm, the W associates the tradition of the Swiss Alps with the urban aestheticism of New York. As soon as you enter, you are struck by the gray tones which invoke mountain rocks. The cozy, contemporary and very trendy W transports its guests beyond the summits to the chic ambiance of a New York art gallery. The “living room” has warmer colors. It’s a very important room where the hotel proudly exhibits the W’s identity. Works of art by the famous tape artist, Buff Diss, recalling ski tracks in the snow, and rounded irregular lines exemplify the magic, and especially the off the wall, surprising nature of the W, a comfortable and laid back five star hotel with a generous dose of humor! A party spirit is present in each of the 123 rooms and suites, the largest and most prestigious being the E-Wow suite, the W’s pride and joy with ceilings in recycled wood, leather couches, artificial fur and dark tones; a festival of materials and a décor that is a visual delight. The E-Wow suite is nothing short of sensational. Everything has been designed to surprise guests, while at the same time enabling them to relax in total harmony with the environment. Among the numerous remarkable details is the work of Dutch photographer, Marcel Van Der Vlught whose magnificent photos are reinterpretations of the famous Swiss tales that inspired him including Heidi, Saint Bernard and the Snow Queen. Another unique feature of the W is the Mountain Concierge whose role is to enhance the guest’s vacation by proposing a guide or monitor for skiing, paragliding and numerous other activities. He can even organize a day of heli-skiing. Intense athletic activity requires moments of rest and recuperation, and the W’s superb 800 square meter spa fills the bill with its indoor-outdoor swimming pool, hammam, sauna and fitness activities. Nine treatment rooms, two of which are designed for couples, are ideal for the numerous mountain type treatments offered. The curves and rounded shapes of the swimming pool are in perfect sync with the hotel’s theme. Whether indoors or outdoors, the pleasure remains intense and unforgettable.

To keep the hotel’s ambiance flowing, the W employs 3 deejays for the season who entertain every day in different parts of the hotel. Fashion, design and a festive atmosphere are the three elements the W highlights 24-7!

details about this hotel

Description:

Five stars / Luxurious / Contemporary / Modern / Grandiose / Pop / Surprising / Fashionable / Atypical / Colorful / Chic / Party atmosphere / Glamour / View / Slopes / Skiing / Resort / Tapas Bar / Restaurant / Night Club / Lounge bar / Lobby lounge / Spa / Fitness center / Indoor-outdoor pool

Open:

Closed in June

Number of rooms and suites:

130 rooms and suites

Price:

From 370 €

Nearest airport:

Sion International Airport (SIR) - Sion.

Address:

W VERBIER
Rue de Médran 70
1936 Verbier
Switzerland

details about this country

Flight time from Paris:

Approximately 1h10

Time difference from Paris:

No time difference

Climate:

The climate varies from one region to another.

On the plateau (between Lake Leman and the Lake Constance), the weather is very similar to that of Paris.

The climate is much colder in the Alps and in the Jurassic mountain range

The Ticino has an almost Mediterranean climate

Necessary travel documents for French nationals:

National ID card or valid passport

No visa required

No required vaccinations

Currency:

The Swiss franc (CHF)

Languages spoken:

German, French, Italian, Romansh

Reviews about this hotel

0

Reviews posted


Be the first to write a review

write a review

General rate about this hotel: Click to rate

Read more about this hotel

Gstaad Hôtels
2014, November 18

Gstaad Hôtels

Strap on your skis boots and put on your wool hat for a guided tour of all the palaces of Gstaad...

BOOK THIS HOTEL

CHECK AVAILABILITY

Why book with us ?

Please wait while checking availability for

W Verbier

Loading...

Why book with us ?

  • 1- All hotels personally visited
  • 2- Best rates guaranteed
  • 3- Instant booking confirmation

 
DISCOVER THE SPECIAL OFFER
 

Book by phone

+33 1 75 43 70 26 *Our reservation department is always happy to assist you via phone or via email. We are open Monday to Friday 9am to 18pm (GMT +1).

Why book with us ?
  • Best rates guaranteed
  • Upgrade upon availability
  • No booking fees
  • Instant confirmation
 
 

luxurydreamhotels.com is a website which presents the world's most beautiful luxury hotels, as well as being an innovative tool for making reservations on line. It combines unique, rare and exclusive video content, regularly updated ediotorial information and an effective and efficient reservation center.

©Luxurydreamhotels - All Rights Reserved

Using the website - Terms & conditions - Site map

Book by phone

+33 1 75 43 70 26 *Our reservation department is always happy to assist you via phone or via email. We are open Monday to Friday 9am to 18pm (GMT +1).