Flims

Flims, when partnered with neighbours Laax and Falera, forms the Weisse Arena ski area, which has around 220kms worth of fairly high-altitude slopes and runs and something to offer everyone, from those learning to ski to world class snowboarders. A few years ago our Guru’s list of the best places to stay in Films would have included mostly traditional alpine hotels and lodges, however today’s list of the best places to stay in Flims also includes some new modern design hotels and wellness centres, reflecting the changing use, but continued popularity of this relatively snow-sure resort.

Flims still has a village-y feel - most of the traditional chalets are on the main street helping to create this impression, or in their own expansive grounds, while the more modern hotels are just out of town further up the slopes. At the moment there are no package tour operators using Flims, and the main guests are from nearby Zurich or from Germany. It’s a fairly small town and most of the restaurants are hotels are within walking distance of the lift hub, but there’s also a relatively good free ski-bus service.

Most of the runs are red and blue, but there are some pretty spectacular glacial runs, including a 17kms run which starts at the top of the Vorab glacier and ends in Flims. There’s also plenty of off-piste skiing in the forests above Laax.

In summer Flims is a great destination for hikers, bikers and climbers. You can also swim in the glacial lakes.

Use our guide to the best places to stay in Flims and start to plan your visit.

For Skiiers

• The 50 room HoteL Cresta is a luxurious lodge overlooking Flims from the slopes. The decor is very pine-clad and chintz, and there’s an excellent contemporary restaurant inspired by regional dishes. And a wonderful terrace with amazing views.
• The Hotel Chesa is a comfortable, traditional hotel with wonderful views of the Glarus Thrust. There are just eight rooms, with large windows and parquet flooring, plus a cosy restaurant specialising in regional cuisine.

The Most Romantic Places to Stay in Flims

• The Hotel Schweizerhof is a grand Belle Époque affair with spectacular alpine views and stylish, elegant rooms which have been thoughtfully furnished. There are 48 rooms, and the best are those with balconies overlooking the mountains. There’s also an indoor pool, a spa, and a fantastic restaurant.

For luxury

• Fidazerhof is an Ayurvedic wellness hotel set on the peaceful slopes above Flims. The contemporary decor is elegant and there are 12 rooms with balconies and lovely mountain views. There’s also a fantastic restaurant and of course a fun range of treatments in the spa and steam baths.

For a restaurant with rooms

• A few kms out of town in the little village of Trin, you'll find Casa Alva, a charming restaurant with six rooms. The accommodation is alpine in style with larch panelled walls and wooden furnishings. But the real star of the show is the fabulous gourmet restauant and the wine list is pretty good too!

Still not sure which is the best place to stay in Films for you?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Newfoundland,
• expand your search to include the best places to stay in Laax,
• or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

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