New Helvetia Historic Hotel

Such a charming hotel in the mountains. I really liked the ambience of the place and the fact that it has its old character. The room we were given it must have been one of the old rooms because it had old furniture in it but the bathroom was fully renovated. The bath is a bit on the small side but it's nice. What they had and I was impressed, is the blue light with the sensor which is really practical for people who get up at night and don't want to fully wake up. The beds I wouldn't say I liked them but they were just okay. I wish the room had air condition or at least a fan for the hotter days. Also a fridge in the room would be nice. The good thing is that they have black out curtains. Also note that there is no elevator so if you have a problem you should mention it so they give you a room that can accommodate you better. The breakfast is nice with all the basics, you can make your own frappe if you like which is a nice touch. I did not like the fact that the scrambled eggs were cold. There is a beautiful veranda to enjoy your breakfast or even your lunch or dinner really calming beautiful place. In conclusion i am not sure if I would stay here again but I would definitely come and have dinner and enjoy the calming atmosphere the hotel offers.

The food was great and the staff were extremely nice and polite. The food was amazing and it wasn't too busy. We did have some trouble finding it, but overall I would recommend!

The New Helvetia is a cozy hotel with a very "chilled", ski lodge vibe in the hills just above Platres. We were given a room with a beautiful view on the 2nd floor and 2 balconies, and the staff were proactive and forthcoming with any requests. As a history teacher, I fell in love with the beautiful decor, much of which is from Austria and dates back to the 1930s. Perfect for a short break in Platres away from the hustle and bustle of the city!