Nestled in the Swiss Alps, the Jungfraujoch region is known as the "Top of Europe." The Jungfraubahn, a world-famous train, traverses mountain terrain, glacier and water to a stunning elevation of 11,715 feet on the north face of Eiger mountain.The mountaintop restaurant Piz Gloria is housed in a round, revolving building that offers stunning views of some of Europe's tallest peaks.
Hotel Alpenruh is four miles from Jungfraujoch. Large windows in the guest rooms allow for stunning views of Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. The rooms are bright and airy with private bathroom facilities, cable TV, mini-bar and stereo. A private chalet is available for rental in addition to the hotel. A la Carte, the hotel restaurant, serves a daily breakfast buffet, while the hotel bar serves drinks, wines and appetizers. Hotel Alpenruh can also arrange for breakfast atop Jungfraujoch at the revolving restaurant Piz Gloria.
Hotel Alpenruh
Schilthorn
3825 Murren
Switzerland
+41 33 856 88 00
www.alpenruh-muerren.ch
Four miles from Jungfraujoch, Hotel Eiger Murren upholds Matthias Horx's principles of wellness called "Selfness" with a spa, sauna, fitness center, whirlpool and salon. Accommodations include guest rooms, suites, chalet and apartments, all with private bathroom, some with mountain views and balconies, with guest option on decor theme. Hotel Eiger Murren has five hotel restaurants and bars to choose from, with selections ranging from home-cooked Swiss specialties to full-course meals. Three guided mountain biking trips embark from the hotel each week.
Hotel Eiger Murren
Aegerten
3825 Murren
Switzerland
+41 033 856 54 54
www.eiger-grindelwald.ch
Hotel Oberland is six miles from Jungfraujoch. Most of the rooms have balconies with mountain views and some overlook Staubbach waterfall, which is lit up at night. The contemporary guest rooms are individually decorated with bathroom and cable TV in the suites. Apartments that accommodate up to six with full kitchen are available. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Swiss fare, including local specialties.
Hotel Oberland
Zentrum
3822 Lauterbrunnen
Switzerland
+41 033 855 12 41
www.hoteloberland.ch
Six miles from Jungfraujoch, Hotel Staubbach offers retreat accommodations without the distraction of telephone, TV and radio. The guest rooms have a simple decor, and they feature private bathroom and private balconies. Family suites are available, as well as a kids corner in the lobby with suitable activities. Guests of the Hotel Staubbach enjoy a continental breakfast in a room with stunning mountain views. Wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel. A small shop in the lobby offers beer, wine and snacks.
Hotel Staubbach
Beim Alten Schulhaus
3822 Lauterbrunnen
Switzerland
+41 033 855 54 54
www.staubbach.com
Hotel Bernerhof Grindelwald is eight miles from Jungfraujoch facing Eiger mountain. Guests at the hotel enjoy a breakfast buffet on a large outdoor terrace or in a viewing room. Guest rooms are modern with private bathroom, Wi-Fi, cable TV and balcony. Grindelwald's only movie theater, Bernerhof Cinema, is adjacent to the hotel. Hotel Bernerhof Grindelwald has an on-site bar and lounge.
Hotel Bernerhof Grindelwald
Beim Bahnhof, Postfach 64
3818 Grindelwald
Switzerland
+41 033 853 10 21
www.bernerhofhotel.ch
